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Questa council unanimously backs green hydrogen support, approves DOT extension and accepts NMFA water loan
Summary
At a Nov. 4 special meeting, the Village of Questa council unanimously approved an amended resolution supporting a green hydrogen project, an extension request for DOT contract L500492 (Lower Embargo), and acceptance of an NMFA water project loan/grant for Water Trust Board funding. All votes were recorded as unanimous.
The Village of Questa council met in a special session on Nov. 4 and unanimously approved three resolutions: an amended resolution supporting a green hydrogen project; an extension request for New Mexico Department of Transportation contract L500492 (Lower Embargo); and acceptance of an NMFA water project loan/grant through Water Trust Board funding.
Councilwoman Louise Gallegos moved to approve "Amended Resolution 2024-23 Village of Questa Support of Green Hydrogen Project," and Councilwoman Katrina Gonzales seconded. The roll call recorded Councilors Jason Gonzalez, Louise Gallegos, Katrina Gonzales and Brent Jaramillo voting YES; the motion carried unanimously.
The council then approved "Resolution 2024-25 Extension Request for Department of Transportation Contract L500492 Lower Embargo." Councilor Jason Gonzalez moved the resolution; Councilwoman Katrina Gonzales seconded. The recorded roll-call vote was unanimous in favor.
Finally, the council approved "Resolution 2024-26 Acceptance of NMFA Water Project Loan/Grant to the Village of Questa for Water Trust Board Funding." Councilwoman Louise Gallegos moved the motion and Councilor Jason Gonzalez seconded; the vote was unanimous.
The meeting included a public-comment window that opened at 5:31 p.m. and closed at 5:32 p.m.; the minutes record no public speakers or remarks during that period. The special session opened at 5:30 p.m. and was adjourned at 5:39 p.m.
Votes at a glance
- Amended Resolution 2024-23 — "Village of Questa Support of Green Hydrogen Project." Mover: Councilwoman Louise Gallegos. Second: Councilwoman Katrina Gonzales. Outcome: Approved; roll-call: Jason Gonzalez YES; Louise Gallegos YES; Katrina Gonzales YES; Brent Jaramillo YES.
- Resolution 2024-25 — "Extension Request for Department of Transportation Contract L500492 Lower Embargo." Mover: Councilor Jason Gonzalez. Second: Councilwoman Katrina Gonzales. Outcome: Approved; roll-call unanimous.
- Resolution 2024-26 — "Acceptance of NMFA Water Project Loan/Grant to the Village of Questa for Water Trust Board Funding." Mover: Councilwoman Louise Gallegos. Second: Councilor Jason Gonzalez. Outcome: Approved; roll-call unanimous.
The minutes do not specify dollar amounts, project timelines, or substantive debate on the measures; details such as loan/grant amounts and any conditions attached to the NMFA funding were not provided in the meeting record. The council adjourned with no further business.
