06 09 2026 Eddy County Commission Meeting Part 1

The Eddy County Commission meeting held on June 9, 2026, included several procurement-related discussions and contract awards. The commission approved multiple RFPs and IFBs, including IFB 2601 for fire after testing awarded to High Plains Fire Services LLC, RFP 2603 for on-call architecture services awarded to several firms including Studio Southwest Architects and Desert Peak Architects, RFP 2604 for general legal services, and RFP 2607 for an electronic payment processing system awarded to Forte Payments Inc. Notably, the electronic payment system will be provided at no cost to the county and available for use by multiple departments. The meeting also covered budget approvals, revenue reports, and several donations from Chevron and KO Philips to support Eddie County Fire and Rescue and emergency management. Additionally, the commission approved resolutions related to incentive pay adjustments and support for the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant. Updates on capital improvements at the Eddy County Fairgrounds were provided, including safety and electrical upgrades. The commission also discussed a behavioral health regional plan involving a $9.5 million funding application for multi-county programs. Motions related to these procurement and budget items were unanimously approved by the commission members present.