Governing Body Committee Meeting 06-24-2026

The City of Santa Fe governing body held a committee meeting on June 24, 2026, addressing several procurement and budget-related matters. Key procurement discussions included approval of a professional services contract with FBTN Louise Vidal Architects for a new terminal expansion at the airport, and a budget adjustment of $400,000 to support ongoing and future ERP initiatives. The governing body also approved a resolution adopting the city's 2028-2032 Infrastructure Capital Improvements Plan (ICIP) with several amendments, including deferred maintenance projects for community centers and pools. A significant discussion focused on the potential termination and restructuring of the outreach contract with Urban Alchemy, with a motion passed to suspend procedural rules to discuss the contract despite prior committee rejection. The meeting included a budget adjustment transferring over $7.6 million from the community development fund to the affordable housing trust fund, establishing a segregated fund for affordable housing. Public comments and council deliberations highlighted concerns about homelessness services, contract performance, and community impact. Additionally, the council considered and passed amendments to traffic ordinances increasing penalties for reckless and aggressive driving. The meeting concluded with appointments to the Santa Fe River Commission and other routine matters.