4-9--2026 | City Council Meeting | City of Roswell, NM

The City Council of Roswell, New Mexico, held a meeting on April 9, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed. Key topics included updates on airport infrastructure projects such as demolition of old buildings, electrical vault construction funded by federal grants, taxiway rehabilitation, and terminal emergency generator procurement. The council also addressed a five-year water rights lease agreement with Leprino Foods, including an amendment to set the water price at $50 per acre foot with future rate negotiations. Additionally, the council reviewed and approved the fiscal year 2024 audit and corrective action plan, receiving an unmodified opinion with some findings related to internal controls and payroll. A proposed ordinance to amend the city's purchasing procedures was discussed and referred back to the finance committee for further review due to ongoing updates to policies and procedures. Public concerns were raised about transparency and potential impacts of large-scale industrial projects, including AI data centers, on local resources. The meeting included motions and votes on agenda approvals, liquor license floor plan changes, and other administrative items.