On the agenda: Carlsbadnm City Council Meeting — flock camera (Aug 25)

LINKED MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF CARLSBAD, NEW MEXICO, HELD IN THE JANELL WHITLOCK
MUNICIPAL COMPLEX BUILDING ON AUGUST 25, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M.

Present:

Richard D. Lopez
Lisa A. Anaya Flores
Edward T. Rodriguez
Karla Niemeier
Anthony Foreman
Mark C. Walterscheid
Jeff Forrest
Jason O. Chavez
Mary Garwood

Mayor
Councilor
Councilor
Councilor
Councilor
Councilor
Councilor
Councilor
Councilor

Wendy Austin
K.C. Cass
Barbara Hodgson
Nadine Mireles
Stephan Brown
Dina Navarrette
Angie Barrios-Testa
Mike Abell
Patrick Cass
Melissa Salcido
Tony Souza
Kyla Gonzales
Wayne Hatfield
Stormy Valenzuela
Jeff Patterson
Jessie Rodriguez
Patrick Brownfield
Sarah Jones
Dale Balzano
Jimmy Westfall
Clayton Bradley
Denise Madrid-Boyea
Chris Johnson

City Manager
Chief of Operations
City Attorney
City Clerk
Compliance Clerk
Community Services Director
Director of Grant Programs
Director of Utilities
Director of Public Works
Finance Director
Fire Chief
HR Director
IT Director
IT Technician
Planning Director
Police Chief
Police Officer
Library Manager
Citizen
Citizen
Bradley Law Office
ELEA
Citizen

Absent:
Also Present:

Time Stamps and headings below correspond to recording of meeting and the recording
is hereby made a part of the official record.

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0:00:00

Call Meeting to Order

0:01:56

Invocation – Pledge of Allegiance

Mayor Lopez stated item 1 would be removed from the agenda and all other agenda
items will retain their original number.
0:02:40
DRIVER

1.

CITY EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION - ASHLEY MEDINA, ARC

0:02:41
2.
CITY OF CARLSBAD FINANCIALS – JULY 2026
Ms. Salcido reviewed the revenues and expenditures as of July 2026, the first
accounting period for Fiscal Year 2027.
0:04:08
3.
ROUTINE AND REGULAR BUSINESS
A.
Minutes of the City Council Meeting held on August 11, 2026
B.
City Personnel Report
C.
Purchasing
1) Consider Approval for Invitation to Solicit Bids for One (1) 2026 Polaris
Ranger Crew UTV for the Carlsbad Fire Department
D.
Agreements and Contracts
1) Consider Approval of Agreement between the City of Carlsbad and the
Department of Cultural Affairs, New Mexico State Library Division for the 2024
General Obligation (GO) Bond Grant Agreement
2) Consider Approval of Agreement between the City of Carlsbad and the State
of New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department for a New Mexico
Capital Outlay Emergency Grant Agreement for Kitchen Equipment at the
Cascades Recreation and Wellness Center
E.
Monthly Reports
1) Building Department — July 2026
2) Community Development Department — July 2026
3) Planning & Regulation Department and Condemnation Report - July 2026
4) Public Works Department — July 2026
F.
Board Appointments
1) Parks and Recreation and Tree Advisory Board Appoint: Lisbeth Quinn
Kimbell - 4 Year Term
G.
Set the Date: October 27, 2026
1) Ordinance rezoning part of "PUD" Planned Unit Development District to "RR" Rural Residential District for approximately 2.79 acres, located at 401 Rio
Hondo Avenue
2) Ordinance rezoning part of "R-1" Residential 1 District to "C-2" Commercial 2
District for approximately 2.01 acres, located at 102 East Hamilton Street

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0:04:23
Mayor Lopez asked Sarah Jones to discuss item D-1, Consider
Approval of Agreement between the City of Carlsbad and the Department of
Cultural Affairs, New Mexico State Library Division for the 2024 General Obligation
(GO) Bond Grant Agreement
Ms. Jones stated this is a grant request under the 2024 General Obligation (GO) Bond
Grant Agreement. She said a maximum of $118,898.65 is available for qualifying
purchases from July 1, 2026, through April 1, 2029. She stated the funds will be used for
online resources, furniture, and delivery of services.
0:05:19
Mayor Lopez asked Angie Barrios-Testa to discuss item D-2,
Consider Approval of Agreement between the City of Carlsbad and the State of New
Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department for a New Mexico Capital Outlay
Emergency Grant Agreement for Kitchen Equipment at the Cascades Recreation and
Wellness Center
Mrs. Barrios-Testa stated this request is for a grant agreement with the New Mexico
Aging and Long-Term Services Department for Emergency Senior Funding. She said
the funding is available to address urgent needs arising at qualifying senior centers. She
stated the temporary relocation of the Alejandro Ruiz Senior Center (ARSC) to the
Cascades Recreation and Wellness Center (CRWC) identified a need for additional
equipment to support the Senior Meals Program. She said the requested emergency
funding will be used to purchase a permanent outdoor walk-in freezer and cooler at
CRWC, to provide adequate food storage capacity and safe and efficient service.
0:06:49
MOTION
The motion was made by Councilor Forrest and seconded by Councilor Garwood to
approve Routine and Regular Business
0:06:53
VOTE
The vote was as follows: Yes - Walterscheid, Anaya-Flores, Chavez, Garwood, Foreman,
Rodriguez, Forrest, Niemeier; No - None; Absent - None; the motion carried.
0:07:16
4.
CONSIDER APPROVAL OF REQUEST FROM TRINITY HOTEL
& SUITES FOR A RESTAURANT "A" (BEER AND WINE) LICENSE WITH ONPREMISE CONSUMPTION
Mr. Patterson stated this request is for a liquor license located at 201 S. Canal St.
Councilor Forrest asked if this request is to renew their liquor license since the Trinity
Hotel already has one. Councilor Walterscheid asked if everyone that has a liquor
license will have to do the same. Mr. Patterson stated only when changes to the license
occur including name changes.
0:09:55

A. Public Hearing

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Councilor Rodriguez asked Dale Balzano why this request was being made if the liquor
license is staying the same. Mr. Balzano stated this request is due to a name change on
the license.
0:11:33

B. Consider Approval of Liquor License

0:11:37
MOTION
The motion was made by Councilor Niemeier and seconded by Councilor Anaya-Flores
to approve a request from Trinity Hotel & Suites for a Restaurant "A" (Beer and Wine)
License with on-premise consumption
0:11:47
VOTE
The vote was as follows: Yes - Walterscheid, Anaya-Flores, Chavez, Garwood, Foreman,
Rodriguez, Forrest, Niemeier; No - None; Absent - None; the motion carried.
0:11:59
5.
CONSIDER APPROVAL OF REQUEST BY CAVERN CITY
EVENTS, LLC, TO HOST A RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL ON CITY PROPERTY AND
SERVE ALCOHOL (BEER, WINE & MEAD) ON CITY PROPERTY
Mr. Patterson stated this is a request to hold a Renaissance Festival on Friday,
September 25, and Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the Carlsbad Beach Park. He said
the event will take place from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Friday, September 25, and from
10:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Saturday, September 26. He stated event setup will begin on
Thursday, September 24, and event teardown will be completed on Sunday, September
27. He said the event will include food trucks, vendors, a variety of entertainment, an
Armored Combat Professional Knight's Tournament, and eight alcohol vendors. Mr.
Patterson stated the event will be a paid-ticket entry event, and the entire event area
will be fenced off. He said within the fenced-off area, open alcohol carry will be
permitted throughout the event area. He stated the event will have one entrance for
attendees, and security will be provided. He said all attendees 21 years of age or older
may obtain a bracelet, which will be required to purchase alcohol. Mr. Patterson stated
all designated drivers entering the event will receive a separate bracelet for
identification. He said staff recommends approval.
Councilor Walterscheid asked if there have been any problems in the past with
attendees under the influence of alcohol. Mr. Patterson stated to his knowledge there
has not been.
Councilor Garwood stated Carlsbad Mainstreet is in full support of this event and this
event has been certified by the New Mexico True making it the first New Mexico True
certified event in Carlsbad this year.
Councilor Walterscheid asked Chief Rodriguez if there have been any issues resulting
from the Renaissance Festival. Chief Rodriguez said no.

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0:17:56
MOTION
The motion was made by Councilor Niemeier and seconded by Councilor Garwood to
approve a request by Cavern City Events, LLC, to host a Renaissance Festival on City
property and serve alcohol (beer, wine & mead) on City property
0:18:03
VOTE
The vote was as follows: Yes - Walterscheid, Anaya-Flores, Chavez, Garwood, Foreman,
Rodriguez, Forrest, Niemeier; No - None; Absent - None; the motion carried.
0:18:19
6.
CONSIDER APPROVAL OF REQUEST FOR A TEMPORARY
USE BUSINESS LICENSE FROM UNIVERSAL FIGHT PROMOTIONS FOR A
MIXED MARTIAL ARTS EVENT AT THE CARLSBAD BEACH PARK
Mr. Patterson stated this request is for a special event business license for a mixed
martial arts event on City property. He said the event is scheduled for September 4 and
5, 2026, at the Carlsbad Beach Park Bandshell. He stated the applicant is currently
working with HUB International to obtain a warranty bond for the event. He said
approval of the business license application would not include approval for alcohol
service or a beer garden on City property. Mr. Patterson stated approval of the license
would be based on the following conditions: a warranty bond must be provided prior
to the event; the applicant shall ensure the Beach Park is left in a litter-free condition;
and approval of the business license application does not include approval for alcohol
service or a beer garden on City property.
Councilor Forrest asked if security will be required. Mr. Patterson said yes.
Councilor Garwood asked what a warranty bond is. Mr. Patterson explained it is used
as a level of protection for the city in case any accidents or injuries occur.
Jimmy Westfall stated this event is not a mixed martial arts event, but rather a martial
arts exhibition. He said several different martial artists will participate and provide
demonstrations. He stated there will also be a wrestling tournament and a grappling
tournament in the evening. He said they were asked if a beer garden could be included
at the event, and the beer garden would be located separately from most of the
activities. Mr. Westfall stated a liquor license application has not been submitted. He
said, as far as the beer garden is concerned, the event will proceed with or without it.
0:26:28
MOTION
The motion was made by Councilor Rodriguez and seconded by Councilor AnayaFlores to approve a request for a Temporary Use Business License from Universal Fight
Promotions for a mixed martial arts event at the Carlsbad Beach Park without the sale
of alcohol

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0:26:43
VOTE
The vote was as follows: Yes - Walterscheid, Anaya-Flores, Chavez, Garwood, Foreman,
Rodriguez, Forrest, Niemeier; No - None; Absent - None; the motion carried.
0:27:10
7.
CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A PERMIT APPLICATION FROM
SELECT WATER SOLUTIONS TO CONSTRUCT AND OPERATE A PRODUCED
WATER PIPELINE WITHIN CITY LIMITS
Mr. Patterson stated on February 24, 2026, the City Council voted to approve a permit
application from Select Water Solutions to construct and operate a 20-inch produced
water pipeline. He said Select Water Solutions has submitted a second application to
construct and operate another pipeline. He stated the alignment and pipeline
specifications are the same as those in the first application. He said the pipeline will be
20 inches in diameter and constructed of High-Density Polyethylene material. Mr.
Patterson stated the pipeline will be approximately 15.2 miles in length, with less than
three-quarters of a mile constructed within City limits. He said approximately 3.5 miles
will run within the Significant Impact Zone of the City's Wellhead Protection Area. He
said the pipeline will be buried at a minimum depth of 36 inches and will operate at a
pressure not exceeding 200 pounds per square inch. He stated after review by Mr.
Clayton Bradley of the Bradley Law Office, Mr. Bradley recommends approval of the
permit application with certain express conditions. He stated the conditions include
filing and City receipt of approved Eddy County bore permits for Hidalgo Road and
Rubble Lane; verification of contractors' business registrations with the City prior to
mobilization; the applicant maintaining contact with the City's appointed inspector
throughout construction; and submission of as-built GPS coordinates upon completion
of the installation.
Councilor Rodriguez asked if there is a trespass fee being assessed for the 3/4 mile
being constructed within the city. Mr. Patterson said no. He said it is within city limits
but not on city owned property.
0:31:17
MOTION
The motion was made by Councilor Niemeier and seconded by Councilor Foreman to
approve a permit application from Select Water Solutions to construct and operate
produced water pipeline within City Limits
0:31:28
VOTE
The vote was as follows: Yes - Walterscheid, Anaya-Flores, Chavez, Garwood, Foreman,
Rodriguez, Forrest, Niemeier; No - None; Absent - None; the motion carried.
0:31:49
8.
CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A PERMIT APPLICATION FROM
NGL WATER SOLUTIONS PERMIAN, LLC TO CONSTRUCT AND OPERATE A
PRODUCED WATER PIPELINE WITHIN CITY LIMITS AND ACROSS CITY
OWNED PROPERTY

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Mr. Patterson stated this permit application is to construct and operate a produced
water pipeline within City limits. He said the total length of the pipeline will be
approximately 3.18 miles, with 0.43 miles crossing through the Significant Impact Zone
of the Wellhead Protection Area and 0.65 miles located within the County. He stated
2.53 miles will be located inside City limits, with certain portions of the pipeline
constructed on City-owned property. He said NGL Water Solutions Permian, LLC, is
seeking an easement from the City to construct approximately 5,998.75 linear feet, or
363.56 rods, of pipeline along the north/northeast edges of the airport property. Mr.
Patterson stated they are also requesting an easement from the City to construct a
section of the pipeline measuring approximately 903.11 linear feet, or 54.73 rods, across
City-owned property located on the west side of National Parks Highway, just
northeast of the airport entrance. He said the easements will be 15 feet wide, with an
additional 20 feet of temporary workspace during construction. He stated the total
length of the easements will be 6,901.86 feet, covering a total area of 2.38 acres. He said
NGL Water Solutions Permian, LLC, has agreed to pay the City $2,000 per rod for the
easements, resulting in a total payment of $836,580.00 to the City. Mr. Patterson stated
the proposed pipeline will be 18 inches in diameter, with a pressure rating of 250
pounds per square inch. He said after review by Clayton Bradley of the Clayton Bradley
Law Firm, Mr. Bradley recommends approval of the permit application with conditions.
He stated the conditions require final approval by the “Notification Form for Municipal
and Double Eagle Water Systems Pipeline Crossing” and the City of Carlsbad Water
Department; the applicant maintaining contact with the City’s appointed inspector
throughout construction and installation; and submission of as-built GPS coordinates
upon completion of the installation.
0:35:41
MOTION
The motion was made by Councilor Niemeier and seconded by Councilor Foreman to
approve a permit application from NGL Water Solutions Permian, LLC to construct and
operate a produced water pipeline within City limits and across City owned property
0:35:53
VOTE
The vote was as follows: Yes - Walterscheid, Anaya-Flores, Chavez, Foreman,
Rodriguez, Forrest, Niemeier; No - Garwood; Absent - None; the motion carried.
0:36:14
9.
CONSIDER APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 2026-50, A
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE SUBMISSION OF
COMPLETED APPLICATIONS FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO THE NEW
MEXICO FINANCE AUTHORITY - NEW MEXICO WATER TRUST BOARD FOR
THE FISCAL YEAR 2027 DESIGN CYCLE
Mr. Abell stated approval of this Resolution will authorize staff to submit completed
applications to the New Mexico Finance Authority (NMFA) for grants under the Water
Project Act. He said there are nine projects staff would like to apply for. He stated
NMFA has allowed the City to apply for design-only grants, which are fully funded
and will not require a City match.
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Mrs. Austin stated there are two phases this first round is for projects that need design
and engineering and in January the shovel ready projects are due.
Councilor Walterscheid asked how many wells in the Tatum Wellfield are operational.
Mr. Abell stated three wells are drilled for production two wells drilled for monitoring,
and currently those wells are not connected to the double eagle or city water system.
0:40:27
MOTION
The motion was made by Councilor Niemeier and seconded by Councilor Garwood to
approve Resolution 2026-50, a Resolution authorizing and approving the submission of
completed applications for Financial Assistance to the New Mexico Finance Authority New Mexico Water Trust Board for the Fiscal Year 2027 Design Cycle
0:40:36
VOTE
The vote was as follows: Yes - Walterscheid, Anaya-Flores, Chavez, Garwood, Foreman,
Rodriguez, Forrest, Niemeier; No - None; Absent - None; the motion carried.
0:40:50
10.
CONSIDER APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 2026-51, A
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE EDDY-LEA ENERGY ALLIANCE'S PROPOSED
EASEMENT RIGHT-OF-WAY AGREEMENT WITH DOUBLE E PIPELINE,
SUBJECT TO REQUIRED STATE APPROVALS
Ms. Hodgson stated this Resolution concerns a proposed pipeline easement across the
Eddy-Lea Energy Alliance (ELEA) property. She said Double E Pipeline has requested
an easement to place pipelines across the ELEA property. She stated the ELEA Board
has already approved the proposed easement through a Resolution.
Councilor Chavez asked if the easement would affect any future projects. Denise
Madrid-Boyea with ELEA stated the pipeline will be located along the very edge of the
property and will not affect future development. Councilor Chavez asked if the
pipelines will be high-pressure or low-pressure lines. Ms. Madrid-Boyea stated the
pipeline pressure will comply with applicable federal pipeline regulations.

0:46:27
MOTION
The motion was made by Councilor Forrest and seconded by Councilor Niemeier to
approve Resolution 2026-51, a Resolution approving the Eddy-Lea Energy Alliance's
Proposed Easement Right-of-Way Agreement with Double E Pipeline, Subject to
Required State Approvals
0:46:40
VOTE
The vote was as follows: Yes - Walterscheid, Anaya-Flores, Chavez, Garwood, Foreman,
Rodriguez, Forrest, Niemeier; No - None; Absent - None; the motion carried.

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0:46:56
11.
CONSIDER APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 2026-52, A
RESOLUTION REQUIRING THE REMOVAL OF THE RUINS, RUBBISH,
WRECKAGE, DEBRIS, AND/OR WEEDS AT 408 W SHAW STREET OWNER:
NANCY L GALLOWAY
Ms. Hodgson stated the subject property at 408 W. Shaw Street is located in a
residential neighborhood. She stated the property was inspected by Code Enforcement,
the Building Inspector, and the Fire Marshal at various times in 2026. She said a final
notice was mailed to the owner’s address on February 23, 2026, and no one contacted
the Code Enforcement Office. Ms. Hodgson stated another inspection was conducted
on June 16, 2026, and revealed the code violations had not been corrected. She said the
Fire Marshal conducted an inspection on May 11, 2026, and determined the property
presents an extreme fire hazard. She stated a certified letter was sent to the owner on
July 24, 2026, notifying the owner of the opportunity to address the City Council
regarding the property.
0:50:45
Mayor Lopez asked if anyone in the audience would like to
address the Council. No one appeared.
0:50:54
MOTION
The motion was made by Councilor Rodriguez and seconded by Councilor Chavez to
approve Resolution 2026-52, a Resolution requiring the removal of the ruins, rubbish,
wreckage, debris, and/or weeds at 408 W Shaw Street Owner: Nancy L Galloway
0:51:06
VOTE
The vote was as follows: Yes - Walterscheid, Anaya-Flores, Chavez, Garwood, Foreman,
Rodriguez, Forrest, Niemeier; No - None; Absent - None; the motion carried.
0:51:21
12.
PUBLIC COMMENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS. ALL
COMMENTS MUST BE RESPECTFUL AND COURTEOUS (THREE-MINUTE TIME
LIMIT PER PERSON)
Chris Johnson asked Pat Cass to read his statement since he is disabled. Mr. Cass read
the concerns for the City of Carlsbad including or regarding flock cameras and taxes.
He said he would like rumbles sticks or balls placed in or around the curb located at
3006 Standpipe Road.
Mr. Johnson addressed the City Council directly. He stated there have been many
different accidents located on Standpipe that have damaged his personal property.
0:54:25
13.
None at this time.

COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS

0:54:32
14.
CONSIDER APPROVAL TO CONVENE INTO CLOSED
SESSION PURSUANT TO N.M.S.A. 1978 SECTION 10-15-2(H)(7), DISCUSSION OF
THREATENED OR PENDING LITIGATION
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0:54:41
MOTION
The motion was made by Councilor Chavez and seconded by Councilor Anaya-Flores
to approve and convene into closed session pursuant to N.M.S.A. 1978 Section 10-152(H)(7), discussion of Threatened or Pending Litigation
0:54:52
VOTE
The vote was as follows: Yes - Walterscheid, Anaya-Flores, Chavez, Garwood, Foreman,
Rodriguez, Forrest, Niemeier; No - None; Absent - None; the motion carried.
0:55:11
SESSION

15.

CONSIDER APPROVAL TO RECONVENE INTO OPEN

0:55:12
MOTION
The motion was made by Councilor Foreman and seconded by Councilor Chavez to
approve and reconvene into open session
0:55:13
VOTE
The vote was as follows: Yes - Walterscheid, Anaya-Flores, Chavez, Garwood, Foreman,
Rodriguez, Forrest, Niemeier; No - None; Absent - None; the motion carried.
0:55:15
16.
CONSIDER APPROVAL OF STATEMENT REGARDING
CLOSED SESSION. PURSUANT TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE OPEN
MEETINGS ACT. THE CLOSED SESSION WAS HELD TO DISCUSS MATTERS
PURSUANT TO N.M.S.A. 1978 SECTION 10-15-1(H)(7), DISCUSSION OF
THREATENED OR PENDING LITIGATION. THIS WAS THE ONLY MATTER
DISCUSSED DURING THE CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Lopez stated pursuant to the requirements of the Open Meetings Act. The closed
session was held to discuss matters pursuant to N.M.S.A. 1978 Section 10-15-1(H)(7),
discussion of Threatened or Pending Litigation. This was the only matter discussed
during the closed session.
0:55:36
MOTION
The motion was made by Councilor Niemeier and seconded by Councilor Foreman to
approve the statement regarding closed session. Pursuant to the requirements of the
Open Meetings Act. The closed session was held to discuss matters pursuant to
N.M.S.A. 1978 Section 10-15-1(H)(7), discussion of Threatened or Pending Litigation.
This was the only matter discussed during the closed session
0:55:46
VOTE
The vote was as follows: Yes - Walterscheid, Anaya-Flores, Chavez, Garwood, Foreman,
Rodriguez, Forrest, Niemeier; No - None; Absent - None; the motion carried.

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0:56:06
Adjourned
With no further business to discuss, the Mayor declared the meeting adjourned at 8:01
PM.

__________________________________
Richard D. Lopez, Mayor
ATTEST:

_________________________________
Nadine Mireles, City Clerk

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