Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners: Administrative Meeting- September 9, 2026

The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners held an administrative meeting on September 9, 2026, which included significant procurement and budget-related discussions. Key agenda items included approval of property tax mill rates for 2026, with the board adopting the administrative resolution acknowledging the state Department of Finance and Administration's orders. The board also approved amendments to the county's capital improvement program ordinance to enhance project prioritization, community engagement, and alignment with state requirements, including replacing an external advisory committee with the county planning commission for project review. Additionally, the board approved a good neighbor policy to guide county projects and discussed funding and tax abatements for affordable housing developments, including the Seabler Loop Apartments. A notable procurement action was the approval of an $800,000 emergency reserve appropriation for constructing an alternate access road (Abrams Road, County Road 36) to serve residents affected by access issues due to land trust changes. The meeting featured motions passed on these items, reflecting the county's focus on capital projects, affordable housing, and infrastructure improvements. Community engagement and nonprofit funding administrative fees were also discussed, with considerations for legislative priorities to support nonprofit administrative costs.