During a recent city council meeting, Mayor NoDo and city officials provided updates on various community projects and initiatives, highlighting significant developments and ongoing challenges.

Mayor NoDo emphasized the importance of regular communication with residents through his \"Mayor's Monday Update,\" which summarizes weekly city activities. He also mentioned a recent address to the Santa Fe Chamber of Commerce, with plans to publish the transcript on the city’s website.

City Manager Alan reported on several key projects, including the potential amendment to the Megatel development agreement and the acquisition of Runge Park, a long-term goal of previous administrations. He introduced Josh Dearing, the new Economic Development Coordinator, who expressed enthusiasm for contributing to the city’s growth.

Updates on infrastructure projects included progress on the Avenue P drainage project, which faced initial challenges but is now moving forward. The Community Development Block Grant Mitigation (CDBG MIT) program is also advancing, focusing on street reconstruction in Alta Loma.

In public safety, the police department reported responding to 1,790 calls for service in May, with notable successes including the apprehension of an escaped prisoner using drone technology. Chief of Police highlighted the importance of community engagement, urging residents to participate in the Citizens Police Academy, which has seen low attendance.

The meeting also addressed ongoing hurricane preparedness efforts, with a recent meeting involving local stakeholders to discuss readiness as the season approaches. The Chief reminded residents to register for the special needs list for emergency services, noting inaccuracies in the current list that need to be addressed.

Overall, the meeting underscored the city’s commitment to transparency, community engagement, and proactive management of infrastructure and safety initiatives.