VILLAGE OF CORONA
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Special Meeting
July 29, 2008
5:30 PM
A Special Meeting of the Corona Village Council was held on July 29, 2008 at 5:30 P.M.
at Corona Village Hall, Corona, New Mexico.
PRESENT:
Mayor Hignight
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Sherrill Bradford
Terri Racher
Samuel Seely
Kimberlee Smith
EMPLOYEES:
Janet Verna
Turner Wilson
VISITORS:
See attached list.
ABSENT:
None
The Mayor called the meeting to order.
Pledge of Allegiance
FIRST ON THE AGENDA
Approval of Purchase Requisitions and Purchase Vouchers
There were no Purchase Requisitions to approve.
The Mayor asked if there were any questions regarding the Purchase
Vouchers.
Councilor Bradford asked what had been purchased from Mr. Suds.
The Mayor stated Mr. Suds had completed the decal work on the new fire truck.
Councilor Seely asked about the Water Conservation Fee.
The Clerk stated the Water Conservation Fee was a monthly tax on the amount of water
produced from the wells. She stated the amount fluctuated monthly depending on the
number of gallons produced.
NEXT ON THE AGENDA
Approval of Minutes
Councilor Seely moved to approve the Minutes for May 23, 2008 and June 4, 2008.
Councilor Racher seconded the motion.
The Mayor called the vote.
The Clerk called the roll.
Councilor Smith: For
Councilor Racher: For
Councilor Bradford: For
Councilor Seely: For
None Opposed
Motion Passed
NEXT ON THE AGENDA
Approval of Contractor for New Red Cloud Water Tank
The Mayor stated the Bid Opening for the Water Storage Tank Project had been held
early the same day at 2:00 pm. There had been only two bid proposals.
The Mayor explained the lowest bid came in at $184,924.48 from Lone Mountain
Contracting.
The Mayor explained the Bid Proposal had requested a new 50,000 gallon water storage
tank with the option to be either bolted or welded and rehabilitation of the existing
water storage tank at Red Cloud.
The Mayor stated that a decision would need to be made regarding the scope of work for
the project. He went on to explain that if the Village constructed a bolted tank and
postponed the tank rehabilitation on all three tanks, there probably would be enough
funding left over to purchase the filtration equipment to solve the heavy iron problem.
Discussion following regarding the project scope of work.
Councilor Bradford moved to approve the contractor, Lone Mountain Contracting, for a
new 50,000 Gallon Water Storage Tank at the Red Cloud Wells.
Councilor Smith seconded the motion.
The Mayor called the vote.
The Clerk called the roll.
Councilor Smith: For
Councilor Racher: For
Councilor Bradford: For
Councilor Seely: For
None Opposed
Motion Passed
NEXT ON THE AGENDA
Approval of Ordinance #08-05 regarding natural Gas Rates
Councilor Bradford made a motion to approve Ordinance #08-05.
Councilor Racher seconded the motion.
Councilor Bradford noted the corrections.
The Mayor asked if there were any new issues regarding the Gas Rate Ordinance.
The Mayor called the vote.
The Clerk called the roll.
Councilor Smith: For
Councilor Racher: For
Councilor Bradford: For
Councilor Seely: For
None Opposed
Motion Passed
NEXT ON THE AGENDA
Approval of Ordinance #08-06 regarding Personnel Policy
Councilor Smith moved to approve Ordinance #08-06.
Councilor Bradford seconded the motion.
The Mayor asked if there were any new issues regarding the Personnel Ordinance.
The Mayor called the vote.
The Clerk called the roll.
Councilor Smith: For
Councilor Racher: For
Councilor Bradford: For
Councilor Seely: For
None Opposed
Motion Passed
NEXT ON THE AGENDA
Approval of Resolution #08-09 regarding Membership in the SNMEDD/COG
Councilor Racher moved to approve Ordinance #08-09.
Councilor Bradford seconded the motion.
The Mayor explained what SNMEDD/COG did for the Village on a yearly basis.
The Mayor called the vote.
The Clerk called the roll.
Councilor Smith: For
Councilor Racher: For
Councilor Bradford: For
Councilor Seely: For
None Opposed
Motion Passed
NEXT ON THE AGENDA
Approval of Resolution #08-10 regarding Procurement Code
Councilor Racher moved to approve Resolution #08-10.
Councilor Seely seconded the motion.
The Mayor explained the Village had always followed the state procurement code, but
they need to formally adopt a policy to meet the CDBG Funding “Procurement”
requirement.
The Mayor called the vote.
The Clerk called the roll.
Councilor Smith: For
Councilor Racher: For
Councilor Bradford: For
Councilor Seely: For
None Opposed
Motion Passed
NEXT ON THE AGENDA
Approval of Resolution #08-11 regarding CDBG Policies
Councilor Seely moved to approve Resolution #08-11 regarding a Citizen Participation
Plan, Residential Anti-displacement and Relocation Assistance Plan & Certification and a
Section 3 Plan.
Councilor Bradford seconded the motion.
The Mayor explained the Village had to update the previous resolution adopted the prior
year to meet the CDBG Funding “Policy” requirement.
The Mayor called the vote.
The Clerk called the roll.
Councilor Smith: For
Councilor Racher: For
Councilor Bradford: For
Councilor Seely: For
None Opposed
Motion Passed
NEXT ON THE AGENDA
Approval of Fire Truck Trade for Radio Equipment with Guadalupe County
Councilor Bradford moved to approve the Fire Truck trade for Radio Equipment with
Guadalupe County.
Councilor Smith seconded the motion.
The Fire Chief, Brad Gage, presented the trade opportunity to the Council.
The Mayor explained to the Council how the trade process worked.
The Mayor called the vote.
The Clerk called the roll.
Councilor Seely: For
Councilor Bradford: For
Councilor Racher: For
Councilor Smith: For
None Opposed
Motion Passed
NEXT ON THE AGENDA
Discussion of Ordinance #08-07 regarding Fair Housing
The Mayor explained the Village had to update the previous ordinance adopted the prior
year to meet the CDBG Funding “Fair Housing” requirement.
The Clerk was given direction to post the ordinance.
NEXT ON THE AGENDA
Rodeo Arena
Councilor Racher moved to approve having the Mayor pursue the acquisition of the
Hondo Rodeo Arena for the Village of Corona.
Councilor Bradford seconded the motion.
Discussion followed regarding the acquisition of the Hondo Rodeo Arena.
The Mayor called the vote.
The Clerk called the roll.
Councilor Seely: For
Councilor Racher: For
Councilor Smith: For
Councilor Bradford: For
None Opposed
Motion Passed
NEXT ON THE AGENDA
Public Works Update- Turner Wilson
Water: Mr. Wilson reported that Williams Well Service had been very busy but was
planning to be back in Corona in the next few weeks to put well #8 back together.
Power Failures: Mr. Wilson reported there had been numerous power failures, but he had
been able to keep the water system running without interrupting service to the customers.
Trash: Mr. Wilson reported he had met with two Carrizozo citizens regarding the
recycling program. He stated that Carrizozo community members were interested in
improving recycling. The meeting had gone well and focused on how Corona had
developed a successful program. He stated the Village had again received recognition for
their recycling efforts.
Wastewater: Mr. Wilson reported that he had recently attended a wastewater school. He
stated the Village eventually would need to purchase the appropriate tools in order to run
the wastewater management system. He estimated the costs would be around $6000.00.
Discussion followed regarding the options for hauling the sludge once the system was up
and running.
Councilor Bradford stated she had received some questions regarding the wastewater
system, and asked if it was an appropriate time to have a community meeting.
The Mayor stated they would plan to have a community meeting soon.
The Clerk stated the Ground Breaking Ceremony for the Wastewater Management
System had been planned for August 12th.
NEXT ON THE AGENDA
Discussion items from the Mayor
Wastewater Construction: The Mayor reported Cone had started construction on the
main line.
Corona Festival: The Mayor reported the 2008 festival had been very successful. The
Friday night library activity had reported a head count of 200 visitors. He also reported
the Class of 1958 had donated $592.00 to the Village for a new “Coming Home to
Corona Fund”.
Winchester Case – The Mayor updated the Council on the Winchester Case.
McCall Development - The Mayor stated he intended to contact Mr. McCall to ask him
about the status of his project.
GRIP Project: The Mayor reported a legislative session had been called for August and
the Governor’s GRIP projects were on the agenda.
Rod Adair: The Mayor reported that he had eaten lunch with Senator Adair during
Corona Days. He also reported the Senator had spoken with George Ranney Jr. regarding
the Wind Power Companies, and it had been a very positive discussion. The Mayor felt
the Senator had better understanding of Corona regarding the importance of infrastructure
development for future growth.
The Mayor asked if there were any other questions.
Councilor Bradford suggested a meeting to critique the festival activities.
NEXT ON THE AGENDA
Adjournment
Councilor Seely moved to adjourn the meeting.
Councilor Racher seconded the motion.
The Mayor called the vote.
The Clerk called the roll.
Councilor Smith: For
Councilor Racher: For
Councilor Seely: For
Councilor Bradford: For
None Opposed
Motion Passed
Approved
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William E. Hignight, Mayor
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Janet L. Verna, Clerk/Treasurer
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