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Regular Council Meeting 7/15/26
Published: Jul 15, 2026
City Renews Partnership with Main Street Program for Downtown Revitalization
The council approved the renewal of a bi-annual Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the New Mexico Main Street program, the City of Las Vegas, and Main Street de Las Vegas. This MOU formalizes the city's financial commitment to the Main Street program's services. A separate, more comprehensive contract with Main Street de Las Vegas, outlining the scope of work, is expected next month. The renewal was met with positive remarks from both city officials and Mayor Trujillo, highlighting the improved working relationship and the program's impact on revitalizing the Main Street area.
Council Ratifies Mayor's Emergency Drought and Fire Risk Directive
The council discussed and ratified Mayor David Romero's emergency drought and fire risk directive. While the Mayor had the authority to issue the directive, he sought council ratification for transparency and awareness. The directive was developed in consultation with legal counsel and aims to address the current drought and fire risks, potentially implementing measures beyond existing restrictions. The Mayor thanked the fire department, police department, and code enforcement for their efforts in managing these risks and issuing citations.
City to Negotiate Purchase of Property at South Pacific and Moreno Street
The council moved to approve the negotiation and execution of a purchase contract for a property located at the corner of South Pacific and Moreno Street, owned by Ray and John Herrera. The motion was amended to be subject to approval by the Department of Finance Authority (DFA) or the Board of Finance. City officials expressed excitement about the purchase, indicating plans are already in place for the property. The Herreras, who were present, have been in discussions with the city for some time regarding this property.
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez and Councilor Casey Appointed as Municipal League Conference Delegates
The council approved the appointment of Mayor Pro Tem Martinez as the voting delegate and Councilor Casey as the alternate delegate for the 2026 Municipal League Annual Conference in Las Cruces, New Mexico. The conference is where the city is entitled to one delegate vote for electing officers and deciding municipal policy. There was brief discussion regarding whether the Mayor Pro Tem could serve as a delegate while already on the Municipal League board, with the consensus being that appointing an alternate would provide broader representation.
City Officials to Travel to Indiana for Water System Inspection; Water Storage Projects Progressing
The council discussed and approved out-of-state travel for city officials to inspect a Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) system in Kendallville, Indiana, from July 20th-22nd, 2026. The trip aims to provide a deeper understanding of the system's complexity and functionality as the city approaches a significant phase in its water system upgrade project. The council also addressed ongoing water restrictions and the progress of water storage tank projects, including the airport and Luna tanks, designed to enhance water security and distribution through gravity feeding.
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