Regular Board of County Commissioners Meeting - Sep 08 2026

The Santa Fe County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting on September 8, 2026, addressing a variety of community and administrative issues. Key procurement-related actions included the approval of a $3.19 million contract with Apple Mountain Constructors LLC for the Agua Fria Wastewater Infrastructure Project Phase 3, and the authorization of a four-year agreement with Firestick Studios for a countywide DWI prevention and public awareness campaign, totaling up to $620,000 inclusive of gross receipts tax. The board also approved appointments to the Water Policy Advisory Committee and discussed the formation of a working group for the Labahada Ranch comprehensive work plan. Additionally, the board authorized the publication of an ordinance amendment aligning affordable housing rules with the New Mexico Mortgage Finance Authority's current standards. Public hearings were held on nuisance abatements and a liquor license application for Santa Fe Brewing Company, which was approved. The meeting included presentations on the domestic well-use metering program implementation and the Arts, Culture, and Creative Economy Council's five-year strategic plan. Several proclamations were adopted, including Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and declaring Santa Fe County a county for citizenship. The board also considered an ordinance limiting the use of county resources for civil immigration enforcement, moving forward with publishing notice of intent to adopt. Overall, the meeting involved multiple contract approvals, budget considerations, and policy discussions impacting future procurement and community services.