Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners: Administrative Meeting- September 22, 2026

The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners held a hybrid administrative meeting on September 22, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed. Key procurement topics included approval of project revenue bonds totaling up to $23.8 million for the Uptown Connect Transit Apartments, a multifamily affordable housing development with 176 income-restricted units. Additionally, the board considered non-project revenue bonds for workforce housing projects such as Parkside Apartments and Casa Marabella, supporting 66 and 90 units respectively, with tax abatements and construction budgets exceeding $16 million and $23 million. The board also approved acceptance of approximately $2.2 million in state and local grants for emergency generator system upgrades at the Metropolitan Detention Center. Budget adjustments were presented, involving carryover of $90.8 million in general funds and $188 million in non-general funds from fiscal year 2026 to 2027, primarily for ongoing projects and encumbered funds. The commissioners discussed challenges related to nuisance abatement and property access issues on Paharito Mesa, highlighting the complexity of permitting and infrastructure development in that area. The meeting included motions and votes approving these financial and procurement actions, as well as discussions on capital improvement priorities and concerns about technology investments for public safety. Overall, the meeting focused heavily on housing development financing, infrastructure upgrades, and budget management for ongoing county projects.