Board approves Bonanza Creek zoning map amendment and conceptual plan with conditions; industrial acreage split and visibility rules imposed The Board approved a zoning map amendment and conceptual plan to create mixed commercial, industrial (split light/general), and residential areas on the 298‑acre Bonanza Creek site, adding conditions: prohibited heavy industrial uses, 50,000‑sq‑ft cap on industrial buildings, dark‑sky measures, parking behind highway‑fronting buildings, truck routing restrictions and a study of a future connectivity link to Valle Vista.

Santa Fe County has just greenlit a transformative zoning plan for the Bonanza Creek Ranch, balancing commercial and industrial growth with strict conditions to protect the scenic landscape.

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Santa Fe County funds $3 million for developer assistance, backs Lamplighter redevelopment and advances supportive‑housing planning The Board approved $3 million for the county's 2026 developer assistance program, approved $1 million toward the Lamplighter Inn redevelopment and received a feasibility briefing on a 40‑unit trauma‑informed permanent supportive housing pilot. Commissioners urged matching funds and long‑term services commitments.

Santa Fe County is taking a bold step towards affordable housing by investing $3 million to support developers and revitalize the Lamplighter Inn, aiming to create hundreds of subsidized rental units for those in need.

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County expands Food Depot contract, renews parking lease and backs DWI grant submission The commission approved a $125,000 amendment to the Food Depot contract (new total not to exceed $275,000), renewed an in-kind parking lease to support their fleet, and authorized staff to submit the FY27 Local DWI grant application; commissioners praised the Food Depot's expanded food-mobile program and emergency response.

Santa Fe County is boosting support for local food assistance with a $125,000 funding increase for the Food Depot, ensuring vital services continue for those in need.

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Commissioners authorize publication for Bonanza Creek zoning change; conceptual plan tabled after traffic and scenic-byway concerns The board authorized publication of title and general summary for a proposed zoning map amendment to rezone a 297.9-acre Bonanza Creek parcel (split into commercial, industrial, residential and mixed-use zones) but tabled the developer's conceptual plan after extensive public concerns about traffic, Highway 14 access and impacts on the Turquoise Trail Scenic Byway.

Santa Fe County commissioners have taken a bold step toward a major zoning change, but public outcry over traffic and safety has left the developer's ambitious plan in limbo.

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Santa Fe commissioners approve Ascencia public improvement district formation with governance guardrails The board approved a formation resolution for the Ascencia Public Improvement District after hearing developer presentations and extended Q&A about levies, homeowner protections and governance; commissioners added language retaining board authority to require corrective action if district conditions materially deviate from formation assumptions.

Santa Fe County has just approved the formation of the Ascencia Public Improvement District, promising $2 million for infrastructure and stronger homeowner protections amidst concerns about tax levies.

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Board adopts intent resolution to consider Asensia Public Improvement District; levies, bond plan outlined Santa Fe County adopted an intent resolution to consider formation of the Asensia Public Improvement District (approx. 240 acres). Staff described the PID structure, two levies (A for infrastructure with affordable‑unit exemption; B for enhanced services assessed to all properties), an anticipated 2027 bond series of about $22.4 million, and the county's role as bond conduit without obligation to repay defaults.

Santa Fe County is moving forward with plans for the Asensia Public Improvement District, which could reshape 240 acres with new infrastructure and services—will it benefit homebuyers or taxpayers?

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Planning Commission approves rezoning for Bonanza Creek Ranch, with conditions on conceptual plan The Planning Commission approved a zoning map amendment for the 297.853‑acre Bonanza Creek Ranch to a mix of commercial, industrial, residential and mixed‑use districts, subject to staff conditions; commissioners pressed the applicant on water sourcing, traffic impacts and conditional uses tied to industrial general zoning.

Big changes are coming to Bonanza Creek Ranch as the Planning Commission approves a major rezoning proposal that could reshape Santa Fe County's landscape!

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Planning Commission recommends 2025 La Cienega/La Cieneguilla communities plan to county commissioners The Santa Fe County Planning Commission voted Nov. 20 to recommend the 2025 La Cienega and La Cieneguilla communities plan to the Board of County Commissioners, advancing a package that emphasizes extending water lines, PFAS remediation planning and an implementation matrix identifying partners and timeframes.

The Santa Fe County Planning Commission has made a bold move to enhance local communities by recommending a comprehensive 2025 plan that prioritizes clean water and sustainable development.

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Commissioners push for SLDC fixes, TDR reforms and permanent supportive housing feasibility Commissioners prioritized housing affordability: growth management will present SLDC chapter revisions in ~6 months, staff will present a TDR market analysis and PSH feasibility report by year-end or January, and commissioners discussed conservation easements, TDR banking and city–county code alignment.

Santa Fe County commissioners are taking decisive action on housing affordability, pressing for timely reforms and innovative solutions to protect both residents and agricultural land.

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County frames behavioral-health reform, reentry support and alternative response as strategic priorities Commissioners pushed behavioral-health prevention, expanded reentry supports, and alternative response units in a regionally coordinated approach; staff described HRSA-funded peer supports in the detention facility, planned regional behavioral-health leadership councils, and next steps for an inclusive reentry plan due in December.

Santa Fe County is paving the way for transformative behavioral-health reform and reentry support, aiming to connect individuals leaving custody with vital community resources.

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Santa Fe County commissioners push customer service, housing and broadband to top of strategic plan At a strategic-planning session staff and commissioners emphasized customer service and accountability, a focus on housing affordability and coordinated growth-management code updates, and efforts to capture broadband and sustainability funding; staff will synthesize a proposed plan for the December meeting.

Santa Fe County is taking bold steps to tackle housing shortages, enhance customer service, and secure essential broadband funding—find out how these initiatives could reshape the community!

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WPAC data review shows thousands of domestic wells; county eyeing reclaimed‑water plan and better measurement A Water Policy Advisory Committee member presented preliminary county well mapping and water‑use analysis showing about 12,572 active domestic wells and 416 wells completed since 2020; county staff said bulk‑fill station usage appears in public utility data and a reclaimed water master plan will be brought to the commission in 2026.

Santa Fe County is uncovering a wealth of water data, revealing over 12,000 active domestic wells and a bold plan for reclaimed water by 2026!

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Santa Fe County frames water policy around growth and housing needs as SGMP revision begins County growth‑management staff told commissioners that housing demand and land‑use plans, not a simple supply question, should drive water policy. Staff cited county growth data, a 17,000‑unit affordable housing gap and plans to revise the Sustainable Growth Management Plan and SLDC with public outreach over the coming year.

Santa Fe County is reshaping its water policy to address a critical housing shortage, with plans for 17,000 new units by 2025 amid a sustainable growth vision.

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Santa Fe County canvassing board approves 2025 local election canvass after clerk cites strong turnout and postal delays The Santa Fe County canvassing board approved the canvass of the 2025 regular local election after County Clerk Clark reported higher turnout, operational innovations (vote‑by‑appointment, ADA polling maps, outreach) and concerns about late or missing ballots tied to postal delivery; board approved canvass on an aye voice vote and will proceed to certification.

Santa Fe County's canvassing board just approved the 2025 election results, highlighting record turnout and addressing serious postal delivery issues that affected absentee ballots.

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Santa Fe County names chair, sets rapid timeline to recommend elected-official pay The newly formed Santa Fe County Compensation Commission elected leadership, adopted rules of order and directed staff to compile Class A county salary comparisons, setting multiple public meetings in November to meet a Dec. 1 recommendation deadline to the Board of County Commissioners.

The Santa Fe County Compensation Commission is racing against the clock to redefine pay for local officials, potentially transforming the landscape of who can run for office.

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Santa Fe County adopts ordinance to recognize historical and cultural events after controversy over Fiesta access Following testimony from community leaders and criticism from residents about denied access for Fiesta organizers, the Board passed an ordinance requiring recognition of cultural and historical events at BCC meetings and clarifying paths for proclamations and agenda recognitions.

Santa Fe County has just passed a groundbreaking ordinance to ensure cultural and historical events are recognized at official meetings, aiming to heal past wounds and celebrate community traditions like Fiesta de Santa Fe!

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Santa Fe County orders phased study on creating a public electric utility after extended debate After hours of public comment and debate, the Santa Fe County Board of County Commissioners voted 4–1 to direct the county manager to commission a phased feasibility study into options for a publicly owned electric utility, including an initial 90‑day pre‑feasibility scan and a later full feasibility phase.

Santa Fe County is taking a bold step towards exploring a publicly owned electric utility, but what does this mean for the community and existing service providers?

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County reviews MS4 stormwater obligations and plans green‑infrastructure incentives Santa Fe County staff outlined obligations under its MS4 permit (six minimum control measures), its coordination with the City of Santa Fe and NMDOT, and plans to evaluate a green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) incentivization program and maintenance guidance for new GSI installations.

Santa Fe County is taking bold steps to enhance stormwater management and promote green infrastructure—could this be the solution to our urban flooding woes?

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County planning staff describe watershed‑level collaboration with WPAC, Pueblos and acequias Santa Fe County’s water planning staff described efforts to pursue whole‑watershed planning and community‑level projects with the Water Policy Advisory Committee (WPAC), the Pueblos, regional acequias and mutual domestic water associations; staff highlighted watershed restoration planning tied to a Bureau of Reclamation grant and outreach to mutual

Santa Fe County is redefining water management through innovative collaborations with local Pueblos, acequias, and community associations to ensure sustainable water solutions for the future.

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County proposes domestic well metering program after La Cienega pilot; PFAS and well‑flooding concerns raised Santa Fe County Public Works presented a domestic well metering program and pilot work in La Cienega/La Cieneguilla designed to collect usage data, build a database and make it easier for residents to report meter reads. Officials said the county will pursue an online reporting portal, regular meter testing, and outreach; public commenters cited PF

Santa Fe County is rolling out an innovative domestic well metering program that could transform how residents manage water usage and respond to environmental challenges.

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County utilities director outlines local water portfolio, conjunctive management and how developers secure supply Santa Fe County Utilities Director Travis Soderquist briefed commissioners on the county utility’s water‑rights holdings (native rights, developer‑acquired rights, San Juan‑Chama allotment and the shared Buckman pool), described a conjunctive management approach that treats groundwater as a limited backup, and explained the county’s process for new

Santa Fe County is revolutionizing water management by balancing surface and groundwater rights for sustainable development, but what challenges lie ahead?

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City official outlines how San Juan‑Chama return‑flow project could stretch local water supplies City of Santa Fe water staff told the Santa Fe County Board of County Commissioners that the city’s diversified supply — river reservoirs, city wells, Buckman wells and the Buckman Direct Diversion — plus a proposed San Juan‑Chama Return Flow Project could provide breathing room for local supplies while long‑range planning incorporates climate risk

Santa Fe's water utility is pioneering a game-changing return-flow project that could dramatically enhance local water supplies while addressing climate risks for the future.

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Commission Approves Final Order for Tierra Pintada Entitlement After Debate Over Withdrawn Developer The Santa Fe County Board of Commissioners voted 4–1 to adopt a final order closing out a previously approved Tierra Pintada subdivision entitlement after staff said the code required the board to memorialize the earlier approval. Commissioner Justin Green pressed for written confirmation from the original applicant before approval but the majority

The Santa Fe County Commissioners have pushed through a final order for the Tierra Pintada development despite concerns from one member about the original developer's withdrawal—what does this mean for future projects?

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Santa Fe County launches public participation plan to revise Sustainable Growth Management Plan County planning staff and consultants presented a public participation plan and early framework for revising the Sustainable Growth Management Plan (SGMP), aiming to better link long-range policy to land-development regulations and to map community types and sustainable development areas.

Santa Fe County is revamping its Sustainable Growth Management Plan to ensure that community voices shape the future of land development.

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Santa Fe County schedules Oct. 27 public meeting on water supply, stormwater and nature-based solutions Santa Fe County officials will host "Santa Fe Water Today and Tomorrow" on Oct. 27 at Santa Fe County Chambers to explain local water sources, allocation decisions amid growth, stormwater management under the MS4 program, and nature-based climate solutions.

Santa Fe County is hosting a crucial meeting on Oct. 27 to tackle pressing questions about our water supply and sustainable solutions for the future.

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Santa Fe County proclaims October Indigenous Peoples’ Day; Tewa Women United representatives honored The Board of County Commissioners adopted a proclamation recognizing Indigenous Peoples’ Day in October and hosted members of Tewa Women United, who spoke on cultural stewardship, intergenerational healing and community leadership.

Santa Fe County has officially declared October Indigenous Peoples’ Day, honoring the vital contributions of Tewa Women United and emphasizing the importance of cultural healing and environmental stewardship.

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Santa Fe County presents draft broadband strategic plan; staff to pursue funding and partnerships County staff and consultant Motiva presented a draft broadband plan that identifies unserved areas, recommends middle- and last-mile projects, digital equity hubs and coordination with state and regional broadband programs. Commissioners asked for more granular community outreach and for the plan to clarify implementation steps and funding sources.

Santa Fe County is taking bold steps to bridge the digital divide with a comprehensive broadband strategic plan that targets unserved areas and promotes digital equity.

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