Board of County Commissioners of Santa Fe County and Governing Body of the City of Santa Fe Joint Sp

The joint meeting of the Santa Fe County Board of County Commissioners and the City of Santa Fe Governing Body on July 31, 2026, focused primarily on enhancing collaboration between the two jurisdictions on regional issues. Key procurement-related discussions centered on affordable housing programs, homelessness, land use and annexation, and senior services. Presentations by county and city officials outlined existing programs and funding sources, including a $3 million annual city affordable housing trust fund and various county housing initiatives. The governing bodies discussed forming three working groups to address housing and homelessness, land use and annexation (notably the Area 1B annexation settlement expiring in 2028), and senior services including age-friendly initiatives. They agreed to establish these groups with clear deliverables and timelines, aiming for progress reports by October and December 2026. The meeting included motions to formalize these working groups, with considerations for open meeting requirements and membership composition. The collaborative approach aims to leverage resources, avoid duplication, and produce actionable outcomes on shared regional priorities.