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City Commission Meeting - Media
Published: Jul 20, 2026
City to Apply for $2 Million Community Development Block Grant for Street and Sidewalk Improvements
The City Commission authorized the submission of a grant application for the 2026 Street and Drainage ADA Sidewalk Improvements Project, requesting $2 million from the New Mexico Community Development Block Grant Program. The project, which will focus on either the Skelly or Roxana area, involves street and drainage improvements, including pavement rehabilitation, new sidewalks with ADA-compliant ramps, and curb and gutter work. The application requires a 10% local match of $200,000 from the city's general fund. The total project estimate, including administration and engineering, is $2.2 million. Previous CDBG funds have largely concentrated on Southeast Hobbs due to infrastructure needs. A public hearing for general information is scheduled for July 21st. The commission selected the Skelly project for the application.
Resident Urges Traffic Safety Improvements on Marlin Boulevard Following Severe Accident
Glenn Anthony Lauren Biswell, a business owner at 502 Mr. B't trailers and RVs, raised concerns about traffic safety on Marlin Boulevard, specifically near school zones on Selman, Houston, McKinley, and Fowler. He described frequent high-speed drag racing and numerous accidents, including his business being hit multiple times. Biswell's mother was recently injured in a vehicle-pedestrian accident on Marlin Boulevard, sustaining severe injuries. He requested safety improvements, including changing crosswalk intersection colors, using asphalt to signal green, and adding triangle signs on sidewalks to enhance safety for children and pedestrians on Marlin Boulevard.
Liquor License Transfer Approved for Drylands Brewing Company at North Lovington Highway Location
The Commission held a public hearing and approved the transfer of a dispenser liquor license (DIS 001213) from Tiajuana's Mexican Grill and Cantina, Inc. at 3510 North Lovington Highway to Drylands Brewing Company, LLC. The application received preliminary approval from the state of New Mexico Alcohol Beverage Control Division. The proposed location is within 300 feet of a church and a school. No correspondence of opposition was received, and the applicant is unaware of any facts affecting public health, safety, or morals. The business will operate as Tiajuana's Mexican Grill and Cantina, DBA Dry Lands Brewing. The motion to approve was made by Commissioner Mills and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Calderon.
Condemnation Enforcement for 521 East Marlin Property Approved Amidst Cleanup Efforts
The Commission voted to enforce the condemnation of the property at 521 East Marlin, which had been previously approved on June 15, 2026. This action follows an objection or appeal filed by the property owner's agent. A representative for the asset management company stated they would complete exterior trash removal by the end of the week, followed by interior cleanup. The Commission acknowledged this plan and the need to maintain pressure through the condemnation to ensure remediation. The goal is to have the property fixed, sold, and occupied. The motion to enforce the condemnation was moved by Commissioner Mills and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Calderon, passing six to zero. The Commission expressed hope for the property to be remediated and welcomed the owner's engagement.
City Rescinds Condemnations on Five Properties After Successful Remediation and Compliance
The Commission voted to rescind condemnations on five properties that have come into compliance. These properties were previously determined to be ruined, damaged, dilapidated, or a menace to public comfort, health, and safety. The properties to have their condemnations rescinded are: 115 South Avenue A (clean lot), 2100 East Bond (dilapidated building removed), 904 East Roxana (building removed), 618 1/2 East Snyder (structure removed), and 103 East Vega (wooden structures removed, property remediated). All remediation efforts were permitted and done properly. The motion to approve rescinding the condemnations was moved by Commissioner Fields and seconded by Commissioner Pinnock, passing six to zero.
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