Special BCC Meeting - May 14 2026

The Santa Fe County Board of County Commissioners held a special budget session on May 14, 2026, focused on the proposed fiscal year 2027 interim operating budget. County management presented detailed budget overviews for various departments including finance, human resources, risk management, information technology, emergency management, and the county manager's office. Key procurement-related discussions included funding for five new deputy sheriff positions, nine firefighter/EMT positions, and one program manager for youth behavioral health. The board also discussed a proposed $30 million revenue bond to support expansion and renovation of the adult detention facility. Significant investments were planned for the enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, with a $10 million budget and ongoing implementation costs tracked across finance, IT, and HR. The IT department proposed upgrading to Microsoft 365 G5 licenses to enhance cybersecurity and operational efficiency. Budget contingencies were maintained for unexpected expenses, and a new fund was proposed to accumulate investment income for fixed asset renewal and replacement. Commissioners requested clearer presentations of total revenue streams and expenditures to better understand available resources. The meeting concluded with a focus on maintaining fiscal responsibility while investing in workforce growth and infrastructure needs.