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The commission reauthorized use of an additional $4.8 million of previously approved project revenue bonds for Encino Senior Gardens, a senior affordable housing project at Alvarado and Zuni, citing higher construction costs and unforeseen conditions that increased the project’s capital needs. County staff said the action permits use of $4.8 million of the $24 million volume cap already allocated to the project; the motion passed on a 5‑0 roll call vote.

The board adopted a project revenue bond ordinance for West Mesa Ridge, a new low‑income housing tax credit project planned at Coors and Fortuna. County staff said West Mesa Ridge will be a mixed‑income development serving households at 30%–80% of area median income and that construction is expected to begin in July 2025 pending financing.

The commission also approved an industrial revenue bond (IRB) of $34 million for the planned Highway Hotel at Central and Bryn Mawr in the Nob Hill area. County staff described the project as a 12‑room boutique hotel with local New Mexico artisans featured in its design, plus restaurant and retail space, and said neighborhood engagement had been positive. The IRB will provide a real‑property and personal‑property tax exemption for a 25‑year term.

In a separate action, the board approved transfer of project revenue bond leaseholds for two existing affordable properties — Silver Moon (Park and Central) and La Quintetta (Old Airport Road) — to a new owner, Guardian Real Estate. County staff said the properties will remain affordable and that reporting requirements and covenants tied to the original bond transactions will remain in force.

Housing staff also introduced and secured approval of fair market rent updates for RAD‑converted units (Saybolt Village), reflecting a HUD‑issued 5.3% increase for operating cost adjustments; staff said those rents will remain well below market rates and ensure long‑term affordability for the project‑based vouchers that serve seniors and persons with disabilities.

Commissioners framed the actions as a mix of preserving and expanding affordable housing while allowing neighborhood revitalization and economic activity. All housing and development items on the agenda passed on 5‑0 votes.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Bernalillo County Commission: Administrative Meeting 5-27-2025","oneSentenceSummary","Bernalillo County on May 27 approved several financing and lease‑transfer measures intended to preserve affordable housing and support neighborhood development, including additional bond authority for Encino Senior Gardens and a $34 million industrial revenue bond for a Nob Hill hotel.","taxTitle","Bernalillo County, New Mexico","taxId",2692,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6223591,"Commission introduces resolution to prioritize PB&J early‑childhood center construction",527,6826000,7353000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3572194-7919abae1090c51460a5455796318234&start=6826&end=7353","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3572194-7919abae1090c51460a5455796318234/thumbnail_6826000.jpg","/articles/6223591/Bernalillo-County/New-Mexico/Commission-introduces-resolution-to-prioritize-PBJ-earlychildhood-center-construction","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6223591-3e4f506c98a8d11062012206ebf40974/orig.mp4?Expires=1770445662&Signature=gPE5-oeSmcHu5jPP5R8ZHTVHHVadtT~gWpWjduszKJq8ImX~OyNvygaC-a9SoQH9VCfCb1V2jHRhmuNLEPgu5VpzoWrr6lg0ox40BUfZJVyI71TehxeKUROUHt6CUxxKrWjwh1an9BaNsxxhV7eqWDNkHfCvzInW6vG85On12jHdU5bFjGQ1uUQSHBsxtsYPJbwuoufc58tTRSEiCyNB43igVX15mcr~ph~fdvCI0-FnzcPtv9bxjsEg-EVfFoxI5V2jQbDM8u~R8m9Epr1XEmlrq-PRDLj-WoO-URS6NohyYZM2isWGu~Popovj0hrGfqdA51~sonAvqNttruU3cA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Bernalillo County commissioners on May 27 introduced a resolution to place priority on completing the PB&J Early Childhood Education Center in the South Valley and to identify the Behavioral Health Authority Division as the source of county behavioral‑health funds for the project.

Commissioners Frank Baca and Barbara Baca sponsored the measure after several community speakers urged county support for PB&J, a 53‑year‑old nonprofit serving high‑risk children and families. The resolution was introduced with a floor amendment changing the resolution’s signature language to read that funds would be utilized from the Behavioral Health Authority Division; the commission adopted that amendment and approved introduction by vote.

Former Commissioner Maggie Hartstevens and other public commenters described PB&J’s work with children affected by adverse childhood experiences, including abuse, neglect and parental incarceration, and urged completion of a new, permanent facility near the organization’s current South Valley location. Community members said the nonprofit’s work builds resiliency, supports families and contributes to long‑term cost savings for county services.

Commissioner Frank Baca recalled using PB&J as a referral resource when he represented parents and children in court cases and described the center as a long‑standing community partner that offers therapeutic and family‑support services. Vice Chair Barboa and others emphasized PB&J’s role in supporting reunification efforts and services for families affected by the criminal‑legal system.

The resolution is an introduction; state and federal capital funding for PB&J has historically come through multiple small capital outlays and grants. Sponsors said the resolution aims to prioritize the project so the county can assemble a focused funding plan rather than rely on ad hoc, incremental funding cycles. The item will return for a second hearing before final adoption.","After public testimony from former commissioners and community advocates, Bernalillo County commissioners introduced a resolution to prioritize completion of the PB&J Early Childhood Education Center and amended the signature line to identify the Behavioral Health Authority Division as the funding source.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6223596,"Bernalillo County approves $250,000 pilot to train young adults for natural‑resource jobs",603,4380000,4983000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3572194-7919abae1090c51460a5455796318234&start=4380&end=4983","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3572194-7919abae1090c51460a5455796318234/thumbnail_4380000.jpg","/articles/6223596/Bernalillo-County/New-Mexico/Bernalillo-County-approves-250000-pilot-to-train-young-adults-for-naturalresource-jobs","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6223596-a9f12789035c76ecec3cf30ad4de880a/orig.mp4?Expires=1770445662&Signature=YydZg9WZ7yPm6Alnrcn~juZWuManykByGHSe8A8~S1wY~fq-8Aqov6IqdQypCNy1k~x~gBrLAdF4ZJ2p7c-jWjFygmh9oRPFxgrebBCYK27bhu-kjr2K6cgw1g6Or6YcJCcBnXwHovrn6L155gfW8zkhZwvHmNn7THxLkmf41XN1K5eONkuHOx7l1ljZUShxbfjGNbAgaj7dNegHM0J9iZIDxOllzKU~dMjcTQoDC8i0UYjOKs0UcWleyLVaBp5eb2MJvM7ApgibyJmPKCGTBhzQJDb1QC9hRhqIkOmeu2YcNYvjtYYPQ68ksmTiaUAWaPernMUrHJWCLVfl1idBVQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Bernalillo County on May 27 approved a one‑year, $250,000 pilot program to create workforce pre‑apprenticeship and internship pathways for young adults from historically underserved communities seeking careers in outdoor education and natural‑resource management.

Deputy County Manager Saidiya White told commissioners the initiative is aimed at “providing access and career readiness to sustain sustainable careers in outdoor education and natural resource management while enhancing local ecosystems.” The commission approved the administrative resolution on a 5‑0 roll call vote.

The county’s Human Resources Department will lead the pilot in partnership with Parks, Recreation and Open Space, Technical Services and local community partners. White and commissioners said goals include paid training, hands‑on job experience, and a local talent pipeline to support wildfire mitigation, tree restoration, urban forestry and other resilience work.

Commissioners and staff noted the program responds to both community needs and county workforce shortages. Chair Olivas said the effort aligns with a similar program the City of Albuquerque approved last week with $400,000 in funding, and he urged coordination so both governments can share talent and resources.

Public commenters from community groups and youth workforce organizations supported the measure at the meeting. Speakers representing Samia (Samir/Semilla) project affiliates, the CEMEA Project, NextGen proponents and local organizers urged commissioners to approve funding and highlighted the program’s potential to create local career pathways and keep youth in Bernalillo County.

Vice Chair Barboa called the program “transformational,” comparing it to service‑corps opportunities that build both skills and networks for young people. Several commenters described programs that would teach urban forestry, land stewardship, green infrastructure and outdoor education and connect participants with mentors and local employers.

County staff said the $250,000 is for the pilot year only and that additional county positions and internship slots are being made available by the county manager’s office beyond the cash appropriation. Commissioners indicated some district‑directed funds will also be used to support the initiative going forward.

The resolution now moves to implementation steps overseen by Human Resources and participating departments, which staff said will include partner selection, recruitment and performance measures focused on workforce placement and ecosystem benefits.","The county voted 5-0 to establish a one‑year, $250,000 pilot pre‑apprenticeship and internship program to connect historically underserved young adults with careers in outdoor education, urban forestry and natural‑resource management; the program will be run by Human Resources with Parks, Recreation and Open Space and technical services.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6223581,"Commission votes to increase jail medical and MAT funding amid rising population and costs",293,4762000,5055000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3572194-7919abae1090c51460a5455796318234&start=4762&end=5055","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3572194-7919abae1090c51460a5455796318234/thumbnail_4762000.jpg","/articles/6223581/Bernalillo-County/New-Mexico/Commission-votes-to-increase-jail-medical-and-MAT-funding-amid-rising-population-and-costs","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6223581-5802967b3773615e6fa2a871c56013b4/orig.mp4?Expires=1770445662&Signature=jM7jE4d-unqlpFHY~hmzDikWxbVJX4I2ndNlcZ7Eq90DG6sIxlvAamlXdvbxYhqMDI~gvjTPL8Jy59NLPTkuhP9kIczid-KnOVtYf1nvzKAMSLRFQxfQzrnGEZ9CnlXloPj3Gr8xfxUQT8xMWnpSn7sms5vYxE4eTUUPl9NT7~3lXHZ4vpOgf4kB8Nzs45kess1b-xwIuPBki6hR6cQjeP6Gl-u0yRFT7fnuoMBsS89K-kK1hFJzvzeDahwdnBb~P7YEhtXs87-UrgQ~l25Wa-jeflhHHH8U43YN6dr4Pr8tD5hi~5hyYk1dWN6keQzWlVMJ~d2oTmk1YMgC0xWVmg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Bernalillo County commissioners on May 27 approved a financial resolution to increase the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) medical contract budget and to fund a medication‑assisted treatment (MAT) program, citing rising inmate population and higher service costs.

The commission voted to increase the MDC medical contract by $1,551,191.99 and to allocate $1,865,807.02 to the Medical Health Care Authority fund for MAT services. Warden and county staff said population growth and higher‑cost staffing — including significant use of traveling nurses — drove the need for additional funding.

County staff said the original contract assumed an average daily population of about 1,550 inmates; the facility’s population was higher in late May and has ranged around 1,850–1,934, creating higher utilization of medical services. The county manager said officials are working with the University of New Mexico Hospital (UNMH) to “true up” costs each quarter and to identify steps to stabilize spending while maintaining services.

Commissioners said they supported the funding to ensure continuity of on‑site medical care and to expand MAT services for people in custody. Vice Chair Barboa and others praised staff for coordination with UNMH and noted the MAT expansion aligns with public‑health goals to treat opioid and substance‑use disorders while people are in custody.

The county manager and warden said they will continue efforts to control costs, including hiring and retention strategies to reduce reliance on travel nurses and examining Medicaid and other revenue options where appropriate. The commission approved the funding by roll call vote.","The board approved budget increases to cover medical services and a medication‑assisted treatment program at the Metropolitan Detention Center after county and UNMH staff said inmate population growth and reliance on travel staffing raised contract costs; the measures passed 5‑0.","actionData","errors"]

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