Public Works and Utilities Committee

Agenda Regular Meeting of the Public Works and Utilities Committee May 18, 2026 at 5:00 PM Council Chambers, City Hall 200 Lincoln Avenue Procedures for Public Works and Utilities Committee Meeting Viewing: If the relevant technology is available to record the meeting in City Hall, members of the public may stream the meeting live on the City of Santa Fe’s YouTube channel. The YouTube live stream can be accessed from most smartphones, tablets, or computers. The video recording, if created, of this and all past meetings of the Public Works and Utilities Committee will also remain available for viewing at any time on the City’s YouTube channel. Staff is available to help members of the public access pre-recorded Governing Body meetings online at any time during normal business hours. Please call 955-6521 for assistance. If relevant technology is available and functioning for City use, the following options may be available: Virtual Public Comment: To provide public comment virtually, you must join the Zoom meeting by internet or phone, using the following link: • Internet: Join the Zoom meeting on the internet using a computer, laptop, smartphone, or tablet. Attendees should use the “Raise Hand” function to be recognized by the Mayor to speak at the appropriate time. • Phone: To join the Zoom meeting using a phone, use the following phone numbers and Webinar ID: US: - Webinar ID: Phone attendees should press *9 to use the “Raise Hand” function to be recognized by the Chair to speak at the appropriate time. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of Agenda 4. Approval of Consent Agenda 5. Public Comment 6. Presentations Public Works and Utilities Committee May 18, 2026 Page 1 of 5  a. Public Works Department Employee of the Month for April 2026: Steven Ojinaga, Senior Maintenance Worker, Parks and Open Space Division. (Melissa McDonald, Parks and Open Space Division Director; mamcdonald@santafenm.gov) 7. Action Items: Consent Agenda a. Request for Approval of the May 4, 2026, Public Works and Utilities Committee Minutes. (Elsa Ornelas-Segura, Administrative Manager; egornelassegura@santafenm.gov) Committee Review: Public Works and Utilities Committee: 05/18/2026 b. Request for Approval of a Grant Agreement with New Mexico Office of the State Engineer in the Total Amount of $1,354,479 for Planning and Design for the Rehabilitation of McClure Dam Award No. MG26-91655 with a Reversion Date of September 24, 2027. (Taylor Jurgens, Engineer; tyjurgens@santafenm.gov) Committee Review: Public Works and Utilities: 05/18/2026 Finance Committee: 05/26/2026 Governing Body: 05/27/2026 c. Request for Ratification of a Grant Agreement with the Federal Highway Administration Section 112 via the New Mexico Department of Transportation in the Total Amount of $380,368, Including a Local Match of $54,194.36, for Operating Assistance for the Metropolitan Planning Organization. (Erick Aune, Santa Fe MPO Director; ejaune@santafenm.gov) Committee Review: Public Works and Utilities Committee: 05/18/2026 Finance Committee: 05/26/2026 Governing Body: 05/27/2026 d. Request for Ratification of a Grant Agreement with the Federal Transit Administration Section 5303 via the New Mexico Department of Transportation in the Total Amount of $110,393, Including a Local Match of $22,079, for Operating Assistance for the Metropolitan Planning Organization. (Erick Aune, Santa Fe MPO Director; ejaune@santafenm.gov) Committee Review: Public Works and Utilities Committee: 05/18/2026 Finance Committee: 05/26/2026 Public Works and Utilities Committee May 18, 2026 Page 2 of 5  Governing Body: 05/27/2026 e. Request for Approval of Grant Agreement FTA G-34 with the U.S. Department of Transportation, via the Section 5307 Operating Assistance Formula Grant Program in the Total Amount of $2,167,799 through December 31, 2027. (Gabrielle Chavez, Transit Director of Administration; gnchavez@santafenm.gov) 1. Request for Approval of a Budget Adjustment Request (BAR) in the Total Amount of $2,167,799 from the FTA Grant to Transit Revenue. Committee Review: Public Works and Utilities Committee: 05/18/2026 Finance Committee: 05/26/2026 Governing Body: 05/27/2026 f. Request for Approval of a Budget Adjustment Request (BAR) to Reduce Grant Revenue from the New Mexico Local Match Grant from the New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration in the Total Amount of $2,558,970 for FY26. (Gabrielle Chavez, Transit Director of Administration; gnchavez@santafenm.gov) Committee Review: Public Works and Utilities Committee: 05/18/2026 Finance Committee: 05/26/2026 Governing Body: 05/27/2026 g. Request for Approval of a Special Appropriation Grant Agreement with the New Mexico Office of the State Engineer to Reimburse Fiscal Year 2026 Costs Associated with Critical Maintenance and Improvements at Nichols Dam in the Total Amount of $2,000,000 through June 30, 2026. (Jesse Roach, Interim Public Utilities Department Director; jdroach@santafenm.gov) Committee Review: Public Works and Utilities Committee: 05/18/2026 Finance Committee: 05/26/2026 Governing Body: 05/27/2026 h. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 2026-____. (Councilor Paul Bustamante, Councilor Pilar Faulkner, Councilor Alma Castro, Councilor Alma Castro) A Resolution Ensuring the Availability of Narcan for City of Santa Fe Transit, Library, and Recreation Staff; Requiring Training for Appropriate Employees to Recognize Opioid Overdoses and Administer Narcan; and Directing the City Manager to Identify and Allocate Funding to Maintain the Supply of Narcan Nasal Spray and Training of Narcan. (Mario Risso, Assistant Fire Chief; Public Works and Utilities Committee May 18, 2026 Page 3 of 5  mdrisso@santafenm.gov) Committee Review: Governing Body (Introduced): 05/13/2026 Public Works and Utilities Committee: 05/18/2026 Quality of Life Committee: 05/20/2026 Governing Body: 05/27/2026 i. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 2026-____. (Councilor Jamie Cassutt, Councilor Amanda Chavez, Mayor Michael Garcia) A Resolution Approving the Adoption of the Santa Fe Midtown Metropolitan Redevelopment Area Plan. (Carly Venditti, Midtown Redevelopment Agency Department Deputy Director; cavenditti@santafenm.gov) Committee Review: Governing Body (Introduced): 05/13/2026 Public Works and Utilities Committee: 05/18/2026 Quality of Life Committee: 05/20/2026 Finance Committee: 05/26/2026 Metropolitan Development Commission: 06/03/2026 Economic Development Advisory Committee: 06/03/2026 Governing Body (Public Hearing): 06/10/2026 j. CONSIDERATION OF BILL NO. 2026-6. ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2026-____. (Mayor Michael Garica, Councilor Pilar Faulkner, and Councilor Jamie Cassutt). A Bill Approving the Ground Lease and Development Agreement of a City-Owned Building, the Midtown Visual Arts Center, with Midtown Arts and Design Alliance, LLC. (Carly Venditti, Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency Deputy Director; cavenditti@santafenm.gov) Committee Review: Governing Body (Introduction): 04/29/2026 Metropolitan Redevelopment Commission: 05/06/2026 Economic Development Advisory Committee: 05/06/2026 Governing Body (Public Comment): 05/13/2026 Public Works and Utilities Committee: 05/18/2026 Quality of Life Committee: 05/20/2026 Governing Body (Public Hearing): 06/10/2026 8. Action Items: Discussion Agenda 9. Executive Session 10. Matters from Staff 11. Matters from the Committee 12. Matters from the Chair Public Works and Utilities Committee May 18, 2026 Page 4 of 5 13. Next Meeting: Monday, June 1, 2026 14. Adjourn Persons with disabilities in need of accommodations, contact the City Clerk's office at 955-6521, five (5) working days prior to meeting date. Public Works and Utilities Committee May 18, 2026 Page 5 of 5