Village of Los Lunas Council Agendas\Minutes
Regular MeetingLos Lunas, NM · July 20, 2023
Minutes
MINUTES
VILLAGE OF LOS LUNAS
THURSDAY, JULY 20, 2023
The Board of Trustees of the Village of Los Lunas, County of Valencia, and State of New Mexico met Thursday, July 20, 2023,
in regular session at 6:00 PM. Roll call was taken and the following were present: Mayor Charles Griego, Councilman Christopher Ortiz,
Councilman Gino Romero, James Runyon, Councilman, and Councilman Cruz Munoz were present. Meeting was conducted in person and
recorded through TEAMS.
Mayor: Charles Griego
Mayor Pro Tem: James Runyon
Council: Gino Romero
Christopher Ortiz
Cruz Munoz
Also present were Gregory D. Martin, Luis Brown, and Craig Donahoe. In accordance with Ordinance 114A, the following agenda was
prepared and circulated as required:
1. APPOINTMENT OF PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSIONER FOR DISTRICT 1.
2. 2025-2029 INFRASTRUCTURE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN (ICIP).
3. ORDINANCE 276-2023-01 – AN ORDINANCE PERMITTING A ZONE CHANGE OF DESIGNATED AREA WITHIN THE MUNICIPALITY
OF LOS LUNAS, COUNTY OF VALENCIA, STATE OF NEW MEXICO.
4. DEISGNATED USE PERMIT FOR 7 ROBERTS CIRCLE.
5. ORDINANCE 276-2023-03 – AN ORDINANCE PERMITTING A ZONE CHANGE OF A DESIGNATED AREA WITHIN THE
MUNICIPALITY OF LOS LUNAS, COUNTY OF VALENCIA, STATE OF NEW MEXICO.
6. DESIGNATED USE PERMIT FOR 3479 MAIN ST. SE AND 3401 MAIN ST. SE.
7. ORDINANCE 276-2023-04 – AN ORDINANCE PERMITTING A ZONE CHANGE OF A DESIGNATED AREA WITHIN THE
MUNICIPALITY OF LOS LUNAS, COUNTY OF VALENCIA, STATE OF NEW MEXICO.
8. RESOLUTION 23-13 – A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE FY 2024 REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE (FINAL) BUDGET FOR THE
VILLAGE OF LOS LUNAS.
9. RESOLUTION 23-14 – FY 2023 FINAL BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS.
10. RESOLUTION 23-15 – FY 2023 FOURTH QUARTER FINANCIAL REPORT FOR PERIOD ENDING JUNE 30, 2023.
11. EXECUTIVE SESSION.
a) Hire FT Streets Laborer - Streets Division / Public Works Department.
b) Hire FT Senior Economic Developer – Community Development Department.
c) Hire FT Code Enforcement Officer – Code Enforcement Division / Community Development Department.
d) Hire FT Recreation Coordinator – Parks and Recreation Department.
12. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
a) Minutes from July 6, 2023, 2023, Council Meeting.
13. ADJOURMENT.
• CALL MEETING TO ORDER.
At 6:00 PM, Mayor Griego brought the meeting to order and welcomed the audience.
• PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
Mayor Griego asked Jim Rickey to lead the Council and TEAMS participants in the Pledge of Allegiance.
• APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
Mayor Griego asked for a motion from Council. Motion to approve.
APPROVAL: Motion to approve agenda as presented.
MOVED: Councilman Ortiz
SECONDED: Councilman Romero
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
• PUBLIC INPUT FORUM.
None.
1. APPOINTMENT OF PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSIONER FOR DISTRICT 1.
Ms. Erin Callahan presented item one. There is a vacancy in District 1 of the Planning and Zoning Commission. We have a resident from
District 1, Mike Doyle, who has expressed interest on serving on the commission. We recommend his appointment. Mayor Griego asked
Council if they had any questions – there were none. Mayor Griego asked for a motion from council.
APPROVAL: motion to approve Mayor Griego’s appointment of Mike Doyle as Planning and Zoning Commissioner for District 1.
MOVED: Councilman Ortiz
SECONDED: Councilman Runyon
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
2. 2025-2029 INFRASTRUCTURE CAPTIAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN (ICIP).
Mr. Michael Jaramillo presented item two. This is the first meeting presentation of the ICIP. Some of the items have been removed from the
ICIP because they are completed. Seeking direction from the governing body for deleting and adding to the ICIP. Mayor Griego commented
on the purpose of the ICIP is to present a list to the State of New Mexico legislature to consider funding - it’s a five-year list of projects which
may or may not happen. Councilman Runyon asked if the ranking was in order of importance. Michael replied, no, but the order will be
ranked at the next meeting in order of importance. Michael commented if you think you have a preference to make your top priority we will
try and rank it in the top five. Councilman Romero asked that the Aquatic Center be ranked as high as it possibly can – the County was
adding it to their ICIP. Michael mentioned that he spoke with Danny Zamora – he was asking for support of two initiatives that they were
supporting (Social Economic Plan Flooding and Valencia County Flood Prevention, ranked #16 for 2026). Mayor Griego commented that
they need to consider Village of Los Lunas priorities first. We have done a good job on our ponding and water control, but he would like to
see a plan from them regarding the flooding on the river and on the levy. Councilman Romero asked Greg Martin if Danny send any
documentation with the plan or introduce item and ask for support. Greg responded, he sent a request for us to consider putting that
project, flood in general, on our ICIP without any supporting documents. Michael went on to mention that we have our top projects: I-25
Interchange, Central Rail Park, Southern Ranch NM 6 Intersection Improvement Projects. Once this is approved, we will give to our
consultant, and they will prepare a packet to submit to the legislature in January. Councilman Ortiz would like to see the Carson Park
Infrastructure Improvements. Mayor Griego asked if there was any public input – Mr. Danny Salas approached the podium. About a year
ago, he went to talk with Jason Duran about a park in Rancho Valencia. He then went to Michael Jaramillo and asked how projects were
funded. He was told the funding for parks comes from impact fees. He also asked how much they have paid in impact fees from the
development. He was informed over $600,000.00 (2015 to present). He was also informed that the fees were used for other parks around
the community. Mr. Salas also commented about the relationship between Rancho Valencia and the Village of Los Lunas – it is outstanding!
He further commented on the outstanding service from the Public Works Department and Parks and Recreation. Mayor Griego thanked Mr.
Salas for his comment. Mayor Griego commented that was just a hearing and it would be tabled until the next meeting. Mayor Griego asked
or a motion from Council.
APPROVAL: motion to table until the next meeting (August 10, 2023)
MOVED: Councilman Romero
SECONDED: Councilman Runyon
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
3. Ordinance 276-2023-01 – AN ORDINANCE PERMITTING A ZONE CHANGE OF DESIGNATED AREA WITHIN THE MUNICIPALITY OF LOS
LUNAS, COUNTY OF VALENCIA, STATE OF NEW MEXICO
Mayor Griego asked for a motion to remove item from tabled status.
APPROVAL: motion to approve
MOVED: Councilman Ortiz
SECONDED: Councilman Runyon
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
Mayor Griego asked for a motion from Council to recess and go into a public hearing and to take sworn testimony on this item.
APPROVAL: motion to approve
MOVED: Councilman Ortiz
SECONDED: Councilman Romero
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST. 6:26PM / Debra sworn in participants for items two and three.
Items three and four will be presented together.
Mayor Griego asked for a recommendation from Council.
APPROVAL: motion to approve zone change
MOVED: Councilman Romero
SECONDED: Councilman Ortiz
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
Councilman Runyon asked, if down the road, DOT finds there’s a problem, will it come back. Erin replied, there always a chance – this is still
the development stage. There is a risk with any development. DOT could ask for some offsite improvements.
4. DEISGNATED USE PERMIT FOR 7 ROBERTS CIRCLE.
Mayor Griego asked for a motion to remove item from tabled status.
APPROVAL: motion to approve
MOVED: Councilman Runyon
SECONDED: Councilman Munoz
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
Mayor Griego asked for a motion from council.
APPROVAL: motion to approve designated use permit.
MOVED: Councilman Romero
SECONDED: Councilman Ortiz
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
5. ORDINANCE 276-2023-03 – AN ORDINANCE PERMITTING A ZONE CHANGE OF A DESIGNATED AREA WITHIN THE MUNICIPALITY OF
LOS LUNAS, COUNTY OF VALENCIA, STATE OF NEW MEXICO.
Mayor Griego asked for a motion to recess as a council and reconvene in a public hearing.
APPROVAL: motion to approve
MOVED: Councilman Runyon
SECONDED: Councilman Munoz
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST. 6:46PM – Debra Sanchez swore in participants.
Items five and six will be presented together.
Mayor Griego asked for a recommendation from Council regarding ordinance 276-2023-03.
APPROVAL: motion to approve
MOVED: Councilman Runyon
SECONDED: Councilman Munoz
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
6. DESIGNATED USE PERMIT FOR 3479 MAIN ST. SE AND 3481 MAIN ST. SE.
Mayor Griego asked for a recommendation from Council regarding the designated use.
APPROVAL: motion to approve
MOVED: Councilman Ortiz
SECONDED: Councilman Runyon
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
7. ORDINANCE 276-2023-04 – AN ORDIANCE PERMITTING A ZONE CHANGE OF A DESIGNATRED AREA WITHIN THE MUNICIPALITY OF
LOS LUNAS, COUNTY OF VALENCIA, STATE OF NEW MEXIC.
Mayor Griego asked for a motion to recess as a council and reconvene in a public hearing.
APPROVAL: motion to approve
MOVED: Councilman Ortiz
SECONDED: Councilman Runyon
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST. 6:59PM – Debra Sanchez swore in participants.
Mayor Griego asked for a recommendation from Council for ordinance 276-2023-04.
APPROVAL: motion to approve
MOVED: Councilman Runyon
SECONDED: Councilman Munoz
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
8. RESOLUTION 23-13 – A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE FY 2024 REVENUE AND EXPENDITURES (FINAL) BUDGET FOR THE VILLAGE OF
LOS LUNAS.
Mr. Gregory D. Martin presented item eight. Presenting the proposed FY 2024 Final Budget as required by state law. The budget was in the
Council’s packet, but Greg gave a summarization of some of the changes that have been proposed and made to the interim budget that was
approved this past May. Changes were summarized in Council’s packet. Greg went over the memo that was included in Council’s packet – the
total budget is $211,545,107.00 and expenditures are $227,330,593.00. Staff has reserved $25,000,000.00 – approximately six months in
reserves. Greg continued with the budget. Mayor Griego asked if there were any questions from Council – there were none. Mayor Griego
asked for a motion from Council.
APPROVAL: motion to approve resolution 23-13.
MOVED: Councilman Runyon
SECONDED: Councilman Munoz
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
9. RESOLUTION 23-14 – FY 2023 FINAL BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS.
Ms. Cheryl Cates presented item nine. This resolution gives a summary of the budget adjustments that will need to be made before the final
filing of our budget. Cheryl went over the adjustments with Council. Mayor Griego asked if there were any questions – there were none. He
then asked if there were any questions – there were none.
APPROVAL: motion to approve resolution 23-14.
MOVED: Councilman Romero
SECONDED: Councilman Ortiz
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
10. RESOLUTION 23-15 – FY 2023 FOURTH QUARTER FINANCIAL REPORT FOR PERIOD ENDING JUNE 30, 2023.
Ms. Cheryl Cates presented item ten. Resolution 23-15 requests permission for the fourth quarter financial report for the period ending June
30, 2023. Mayor Griego asked Council if there were any questions – there were none. . Mayor Griego asked for a motion from Council.
APPROVAL: motion to approve resolution 23-15.
MOVED: Councilman Romero
SECONDED: Councilman Ortiz
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
11. EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mayor Griego announced that the Council would be going into executive session pursuant to NMSA 1978 Section 10-15-1(H), the following
matter may be discussed in closed session: hiring of a FT Streets Laborer, Senior Economic Developer, Code Enforcement Officer, and
Recreation Coordinator.
APPROVAL: Motion to adjourn into executive session
MOVED: Councilman Runyon
SECONDED: Councilman Munoz
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST. 7:27PM
At 7:56PM, Mayor Griego asked for a motion reconvene from Council indicating that they discussed the hiring of a FT Streets Laborer, Senior
Economic Developer, Code Enforcement Officer, and Recreation Coordinator.
APPROVAL: Motion to approve
MOVED: Councilman Runyon
SECONDED: Councilman Munoz
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
Regarding FT Streets Laborer position – Mayor Griego put up the name of Ruben Gabaldon.
APPROVAL: Motion to approve
MOVED: Councilman Ortiz
SECONDED: Councilman Runyon
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
Regarding FT Senior Economic Developer – Mayor Griego put up the name of Victoria Archuleta.
APPROVAL: Motion to approve
MOVED: Councilman Runyon
SECONDED: Councilman Cruz
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
Regarding FT Code Enforcement Officer – Mayor Griego put up the name of Silvia Ramirez-Medina.
APPROVAL: Motion to approve
MOVED: Councilman Ortiz
SECONDED: Councilman Runyon
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
Regarding FT Recreation Coordinator – Mayor Griego put up the name of Issac Sanchez.
APPROVAL: Motion to approve
MOVED: Councilman Ortiz
SECONDED: Councilman Cruz
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
12. MINUTES.
Mayor Griego asked if there were corrections to the council minutes of the July 6, 2023, Council Meeting – there were none.
APPROVAL: Motion to approve
MOVED: Councilman Runyon
SECONDED: Councilman Ortioz
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST.
13. ADJOURNMENT.
Council meeting adjourned at 7:56PM.
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Marcos Castillo, Human Resources Manager Charles Griego, Mayor
MINUTES
VILLAGE OF LOS LUNAS
THURSDAY, JULY 20, 2023
3. ORDINANCE 276-2023-01 – AN ORDINANCE PERMITTING A ZONE CHANGE OF A DESIGNATED AREA WITHIN THE MUNICIPALITY OF
LOS LUNAS, COUNTY OF VALENCIA, STATE OF NEW MEXICO.
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4. DESIGNATED USE PERMIT FOR 7 ROBERTS CIRCLE NE.
Ms. Erin Callahan recommended that items three and four were related and asked that she present them together. There are two items
before us one is for a zone change and a designated use request. These are for 7 Roberts Circle – the request is to seek both the zone change
and the designated use permit in order to change the zoning on this property from R1 to C1 to allow for the development of a eight unit
apartment complex. Property owners are representing themselves, Angel and Bernice Caberera. Erin announced that she was not going to
go through the whole extended presentation, she has only an update. The request before us if both items are approved then the request
before us would be compliant with the Municipal Code and the Comprehensive Plan. In order to request a zone change to a C1 zone, then a
site plan does need to be submitted that shows the intended use will be for that zone. The intended use in this case is an item that requires
an additional designated use permit. So, in order for this request to go through, the items would need to be approved concurrently
otherwise neither can stand along on its own merit. When this item was heard for the first time – the Planning & Zoning had recommended
denial for this item based on concerns that were expressed by neighboring property owners related to traffic that might generated from the
site and how that would interact with other traffic concerns. At that meeting, the applicants presented a trip analysis by an engineer that
showed that would contribute a limited amount of traffic. The item was tabled so that our Village engineer, Molzen-Corbin, would have time
to review that trip analysis. They reviewed and said that the methodology for this analysis is consistent with the Institute of Transportation
Engineers Trip Generation Manual – they believe this development will have a significant impact on traffic counts on Roberts Circle and note
that Dion’s is contributing significant amount of traffic. They are only responding to the trip counts related to this proposed development.
Since this was zoning item, there isn’t typically a traffic requirement, so this is a limited analysis that was presented to us. Mayor Griego
asked if there was anyone who wanted to testimony either for or against. Councilman Romero asked about access to Ralliere Road on
backside of property. It looks like it’s fenced or gated off – is that something that they would consider opening up. Erin replied that they do
not have the information at this time – there hasn’t been any revisions to the site plan since they first submitted. They are showing a site
plan that could allow for a secondary emergency only means of egress on Ralliere Road. This is a public road maintained by Valencia County.
These are concerns that would typically come up at time of development. Mr. Cabrera approached the podium – at the beginning of the
planning he wanted to have more control over where traffic did go. The original plan was to have that back as an emergency, but as he
learns more and more it seem like a good idea for the community to have that open not just for the development but for the street. He’s in
favor of leaving that gate open. Ms. Carolyn Smith approached the podium – she believes Ralliere Road is a single lane. She thinks there will
be a problem with emergency vehicles. She is not in favor of this change – this is a business area, and it would not be conducive to
apartments. He also commented that she does not believe there was a true reading of the traffic that goes on there. Councilman Romero
commented that she mentioned that it is a business area – he wanted to know if there were any residential properties on that road. Ms.
Smith replied, yes around on the back side. Mayor Griego asked if there were any other comments either for or against this item – there
were none. Mayor Griego asked for a motion to close the public hearing and reconvene back into Council.
APPROVAL: Motion to close public hearing and make a decision on item 276-2023-01
MOVED: Councilman Romero
SECONDED: Councilman Ortiz
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST. 6:43PM closed
5. ORDINANCE 276-2023-03 – AN ORDINANCE PERMITTING A ZONE CHANGE OF A DESIGNATED AREA WITHIN THE MUNICIPALITY OF
LOS LUNAS, COUNTY OF VALENCIA, STATE OF NEW MEXICO.
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6. DESIGNATED USE PERMIT FOR 2378 MAIN ST. SE AND 3481 MAIN ST. SE.
Ms. Erin Callahan presented item five. The project name is 23-06-R / Zone Change and 23-04-G / Designated Use Permit. Property owner is
Lucille M. Aragon and property owner is La luz del Mundo Church with a property address of 3479 Main St. SE and 3481 Main St. SE. these
are two addresses at one property. This item was her by Planning & Zoning Commission on July 5, 2023 – both items were recommended for
approval. There is an additional item that accompanies this request which is a zoning variance. This was heard by the Planning & Zoning
Commission and was approved. The applicant is seeking the approval of the above stated application in order to list the property as a
residence with an accessory apartment and complete the sale of the property. The proposed use is for a single-family detached housing with
an accessory apartment. This is in Council District 4, Councilman James Runyon. The current zoning is S-U for a church and Sunday school.
The current land use is being marketed as single family residential. Notice of publication was in the Valencia County News Bulletin on June
15, 2023 and certified mail went out to surrounding residents. The Community Development Department has received 9 calls or letters in
favor or in opposition of the requests. This item is not compliant with our Municipal Code or Comprehensive Plan. The Planning and Zoning
commission has approved a zoning variance that would create setback compliance with the requested R-1 zone. The Village annexed this
whole area back in the 1990’s. Mayor Griego commented that at the time of annexation, the buildings were already there. Mayor Griego asked
Council if they had any questions - there were none. He then asked the audience if there was anyone who wanted to speak in favor or against.
Mayor Griego was talking with the owners – they were all in agreement with the presentation. He then asked that one of them come up and
comment. Ms. Samantha Trudal commented that they were all in agreement. Councilman Ortiz asked if they want to sell it and someone wants
to build on it, then they will have to bring t to code. Erin replied, yes, they would have to be in compliance with the setbacks. Mayor Griego
asked for motion to close the public hearing.
APPROVAL: motion to approve
MOVED: Councilman Runyon
SECONDED: Councilman Munoz
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST. 6:58PM
7. ORDINANCE 276-2023-04 – AN ORDIANCE PERMITTING A ZONE CHANGE OF A DESIGNATRED AREA WITHIN THE MUNICIPALITY OF
LOS LUNAS, COUNTY OF VALENCIA, STATE OF NEW MEXICO.
Ms. Erin Callahan presented item seven. This is case 23-07-R and the applicant/owner is Henry L. Perea. Property address is 1604 Juan
Perea Rd. SE. This is a request for a zone change and no other permits. The Planning and Zoning Commission heard this on July 5, 2023.
The applicant is seeking a zone change from M-H to A-R in order to establish zone conformity on the property. Proposed use is single family
agricultural. This is Council District 4/Councilman Runyon. The current land use is vacant. The notice of publication was put in the Valencia
County News Bulletin on June 15, 2023 and certified mail went to residents residing within 100 ft. The Community Development
Department has received 0 calls or letter in favor or in opposition of the request. This is compliant with both the municipal code and
comprehensive plan. Erin asked if there were any questions – there were none from Council. Mayor Griego asked the audience if anyone
wanted to speak in favor or against. Mr. Derrick Archuleta approached the podium – he is agent for the zone request. This is a rezone which
would allow for the property owner to proceed with a subdivision to eliminate a potential dual zone parcel. Mayor Griego asked if there
was anyone else who wanted to speak – there was none. Mayor Griego asked for a motion to close the public hearing process.
APPROVAL: motion to approve
MOVED: Councilman Ortiz
SECONDED: Councilman Runyon
CARRIED: Motion passed on a vote of 4 (Councilman Romero- yes; Councilman Ortiz – yes; Councilman Munoz – yes;
Councilman Runyon - yes) FOR AND 0 AGAINST. 7:03PM
Agenda
VILLAGE OF LOS LUNAS
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
THURSDAY, JULY 20, 2023 – 6:00PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS – 660 MAIN STREET
LOS LUNAS, NM 87031
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♦ CALL MEETING TO ORDER.
♦ PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
♦ APPROVAL OF AGENDA.
♦ PUBLIC INPUT FORUM.
ERIN CALLAHAN 1. APPOINTMENT OF PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSIONER FOR DISTRICT 1.
TAB 1.
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL:
Approve or disapprove.
BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE:
The Planning and Zoning Commission has a vacancy for District 1, due to redistricting. Michael Doyle, a resident
of District 1, has expressed interest in serving on the Commission.
MICHAEL JARAMILLO 2. 2025-2029 INFRASTRUCTURE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN (ICIP).
TAB 2.
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL:
Approve or disapprove.
BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE:
The State of New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration requires a Resolution of Approval from the
Governing Body to be submitted with the final 2025-2029 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP). The
Governing Body will review and discuss potential projects within the ICIP plan. In addition, discuss the top five
(5) projects.
ERIN CALLAHAN 3. ORDINANCE 276-2023-01 – AN ORDINANCE PERMITTING A ZONE CHANGE OF A DESIGNATED AREA
WITHIN THE MUNICIPALITY OF LOS LUNAS, COUNTY OF VALENCIA, STATE OF NEW MEXICO.
TAB 3.
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL:
PUBLIC HEARING. Remove from tabled status (tabled 7/6/23). Approve or disapprove.
BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE:
Angel and Berenice Cabrera have applied for a zone change from R-1 to C-1 for the property described as Subd:
Roberts Sub Div Lot: 8 0.44 Acre, with a street address of 7 Roberts Cir NE, for the purpose of allowing multi-
family apartments within the requested zone, C-1.
ERIN CALLAHAN 4. DESIGNATED USE PERMIT FOR 7 ROBERTS CIRCLE NE.
TAB 4.
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL:
PUBLIC HEARING. Remove from tabled status (tabled 7/6/23). Approve or disapprove.
BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE:
Angel and Berenice Cabrera have applied for a Designated Use Permit for the property described as Subd:
Roberts Sub Div Lot: 8 0.44 Acre, with a street address of 7 Roberts Cir NE, for the purpose of allowing multi-
family apartments.
ERIN CALLAHAN 5. ORDINANCE 276-2023-03 – AN ORDINANCE PERMITTING A ZONE CHANGE OF A DESIGNATED AREA
WITHIN THE MUNICIPALITY OF LOS LUNAS, COUNTY OF VALENCIA, STATE OF NEW MEXICO.
TAB 5.
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL:
PUBLIC HEARING. Approve or disapprove.
BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE:
Lucille M. Aragon, representing La Luz del Mundo Church, has applied for a zone change from S-U to R-1 for the
property described as Subd: Land of Samuel & Lucille Aragon Jr Tract: A Map 70 .26 AC 2009 Rev B-5-23, with
street addresses of 3479 Main St SE and 3481 Main St SE, for the purpose of allowing residential uses within the
requested zone, R-1.
ERIN CALLAHAN 6. DESIGNATED USE PERMIT FOR 3479 MAIN ST. SE AND 3481 MAIN ST. SE.
TAB 6.
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL:
PUBLIC HEARING. Approve or disapprove.
BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE:
Lucillle M. Aragon, representing La Luz del Mundo Church, has applied for a Designated Use Permit for the
property described as Subd: Land of Samuel & Lucille Aragon Jr Tract: A Map 70 .26 AC 2009 Rev B-5-23, with
street addresses of 3479 Main St SE and 3481 Main St SE, for the purpose of allowing an accessory apartment in
a requested R-1 zone.
ERIN CALLAHAN 7. ORDINANCE 276-2023-04 – AN ORDINANCE PERMITTING A ZONE CHANGE OF A DESIGNATED AREA
WITHIN THE MUNICIPALITY OF LOS LUNAS, COUNTY OF VALENCIA, STATE OF NEW MEXICO.
TAB 7.
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL:
PUBLIC HEARING. Approve or disapprove.
BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE:
Henry L. Perea has applied for a zone change from M-H to A-R for the property described as Tract: 19E S: 33 T:
7N R: 2E, for the purpose of establishing consistent zoning for the property. The property is located south of
1604 Juan Perea Rd SE.
GREGORY D. MARTIN 8. RESOLUTION 23-13 – A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE FY 2024 REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE (FINAL)
BUDGET FOR THE VILLAGE OF LOS LUNAS.
TAB 8.
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL:
Approve or disapprove.
BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE:
The presentation of the FY 2024 final budget accompanies this resolution. The FY 2024 final budget was
developed through the coordination of all user departments, elected officials, and the budget staff. The FY 2024
budget has been developed in accordance with all state statutes and guidelines developed and administered by
the State of New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration (DFA). State law requires that budgets,
approved by DFA be made part of the minutes of the Governing Body. The FY 2024 final budget is presented
before the Council for their approval and submission to DFA by the deadline of July 31, 2023.
CHERYL CATES 9. RESOLUTION 23-14 –FY 2023 FINAL BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS.
TAB 9.
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL:
Approve or disapprove.
BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE:
A final budget review of expenditure and revenue accounts for FY 2023 requires department budget increases
due to changes in revenue estimates and expenditures.
CHERYL CATES 10. RESOLUTION 23-15 – FY 2023 FOURTH QUARTER FINANCIAL REPORT FOR PERIOD ENDING JUNE 30,
2023.
TAB 10.
ACTION REQUESTED OF COUNCIL:
Approve or disapprove.
BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE:
DFA requires approval of the fourth quarter financial report for FY 2022, from the governing body of the Village.
The FY 2023 fourth quarter financial summarizes all revenue and expenditures, budget adjustment requests,
investments and roll forward cash balances for FY 2023.
11. EXECUTIVE SESSION – pursuant to NMSA 1978 Section §10-15-1(H), the following matters may be
discussed in closed session:
TAB 11.
a) Hire FT Streets Laborer – Streets Division / Public Works Department.
b) Hire FT Senior Economic Developer – Community Development Department.
c) Hire FT Code Enforcement Officer – Code Enforcement Division / Community Development
Department.
d) Hire FT Recreation Coordinator – Parks and Recreation Department.
12. APPROVAL OF MINUTES.
TAB 12.
a) Minutes from July 6, 2023, Council Meeting.
13. ADJOURNMENT.
If you are an individual with a disability who needs a reader, ampli�ier, quali�ied sign language interpreter, or any other form of auxiliary aid or
service to attend or participate in the hearing or meeting, please contact the Deputy Clerk �ive (5) days prior to council meeting at 839-3840.
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