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Regular Governing Body Meeting - Last Wednesday — Wed, Jul 29, 2026 · 9.b Request for Approval of the July 8, 2026, Regular Governing Body Meeting Minutes. (Geralyn Cardenas, City Clerk; gfcardenas@santafenm.gov) Committee Review: Governing Body: 07/29/2026

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Governing Body
July 8, 2026
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Agenda Regular Meeting of the
Governing Body
July 8, 2026 at 5:00 PM
City Council Chambers, City
Hall
200 Lincoln Avenue
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1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
a. Councilor Faulkner
3. Salute to the New Mexico Flag

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a. Councilor Cassutt
4. Invocation and Rememberances
a. Councilor Feghali
5. Roll Call
6. Approval of Agenda
7. Approval of Consent Agenda
8. Presentations
9. Action Items: Consent Agenda
a. Request for Approval of the June 10, 2026, Regular Governing Body Meeting
Minutes. (Geralyn Cardenas, City Clerk; gfcardenas@santafenm.gov)
Committee Review:
Governing Body: 07/08/2026
b. Request for Approval of the June 24, 2026, Regular Governing Body Meeting
Minutes. (Geralyn Cardenas, City Clerk: gfcardenas@santafenm.gov)
Committee Review:
Governing Body: 07/08/2026
c. Request for Approval of the June 25, 2026 Special Governing Body Meeting
Minutes. (Geralyn Cardenas, City Clerk; gfcardenas@santafenm.gov)
Committee Review:
Governing Body: 07/08/2026
d. Request for Approval of Amendment No. 4 to Solutions Agreement Item #22-
0176 with Mainline Information Systems to Increase Compensation by
$441,580.88 for a New Total Amount of $1,480,454.36 Including NMGRT and
Extend the Term to August 31, 2027, for Managed Detection and Response
Solution, Managed Risk Solution, and Managed Security Awareness. (Eric
Candelaria, ITT Department Director; edcandelaria@santafenm.gov)
Committee Review:
Public Works and Utilities Committee: 06/29/2026
Finance Committee: 07/06/2026
Governing Body: 07/08/2026
e. Request for Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with Langan LLC
for Software Consulting Services to Integrate OpenGov Enterprise Asset

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Management and Geographic Information Services Systems in the Total
Amount of $600,000 through June 30, 2030. (Sam Burnett, Public Works
Department Director; jsburnett@santafenm.gov)
Committee Review:
Public Works and Utilities Committee: 06/29/2026
Finance Committee: 07/06/2026
Governing Body: 07/08/2026
f. Request for Approval of a Budget Adjustment Request (BAR) in the Total
Amount of $689,675 from the General Fund to the Community Development
Fund to Fund an Existing Contract with Urban Alchemy for Street Outreach
and Community-Based Public Safety Services. (Sandra Emory, Community
Services Department Director; exemory@santafenm.gov)
Committee Review:
Quality of Life Committee: 07/01/2026
FInance Committee: 07/06/2026
Governing Body: 07/08/2026
g. Request for Approval of Amendment No. 2 to Item #24-0368 with FII National dba
UPTOGETHER to Increase Compensation by $750,000 for a New Total Amount of
$3,250,000 and Extend the Term to End June 30, 2027, for Homelessness Prevention
Cash Assistance. (Kristen Woods, Youth and Family Services Program Manager;
krwoods@santafenm.gov)
Committee Review:
Quality of Life Committee: 07/01/2026
Finance Committee: 07/06/2026
Governing Body: 07/08/2026
h. Request for Approval of a Grant Agreement from the New Mexico Department
of Health in the Amount of $350,000 for a Coordinated Community Response
to Community Violence through June 30, 2027. (Sandra Emory, Community
Services Department Director; sxemory@santafenm.gov)
Committee Review:
Quality of Life Committee: 07/01/2026
Finance Committee: 07/06/2026
Governing Body: 07/08/2026
i. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 2026-____. (Councilor Patricia
Feghali and Councilor Alma Castro)
A Resolution Amending Resolution Nos. 2014-49 and 2016-80 to Close the
Streets Surrounding Plaza Park Annually from Memorial Day to October 31st
or Later and to Close Lincoln Avenue and Palace Avenue, Next to Plaza Park
Permanently. (Sam Burnett, Public Works Director; jsburnett@santafenm.gov)

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Committee Review:
Governing Body (Introduced): 06/24/2026
Public Works and Utilities Committee: 06/29/2026
Quality of Life Committee: 07/01/2026
Finance Committee: 07/06/2026
Governing Body: 07/08/2026
j. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 2026-____. (Mayor Michael Garcia)
A Resolution Approving Budget Amendments and Requesting that the New
Mexico Department of Finance and Administration Approve the City of Santa
Fe’s Third Quarter Budget Amendments for Fiscal Year 2026. (Christina
Martinez, Senior Budget Analyst; cfmartinez@santafenm.gov, Andrew
Hopkins, Budget Officer; ajhopkins@santafenm.gov)
Committee Review:
Governing Body (Introduced): 06/24/2026
Finance Committee: 07/06/2026
Governing Body: 07/08/2026
10. Action Items: Discussion Agenda
a. Request for Approval of Amendment No. 1 to General Services Contract Item
#23-0689 with Vector Airport Systems to Extend the Term to December 19,
2026 for the Collection of Aircraft Landing Fees and Parking Fees at the Santa
Fe Regional Airport. (Jimmy Gunn, Interim Airport Director;
jdgunn@santafenm.gov)
Committee Review:
Finance Committee: 07/06/2026
Governing Body: 07/08/2026
11. Matters from the City Manager
12. Matters from the City Attorney
a. EXECUTIVE SESSION
In Accordance with the Open Meetings Act, NMSA 1978, Section 10-15-1,
Subpart (H)(7), Meetings Subject to the Attorney-Client Privilege Pertaining to
Threatened or Pending Litigation in which the City Is or May Become a
Participant Including but Not Limited to NMED v. City of Santa Fe, WQCC 24-
35, and Subpart (H)(8), Meetings for the Discussion of the Purchase,
Acquisition or Disposal of Real Property or Water Rights by the City. (Marcos
Martinez, City Attorney; mdmartinez@santafenm.gov)
13. Executive Session Action Items

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14. Matters from the City Clerk
15. Communications from the Governing Body
16. Introduction of Legislation
a. CONSIDERATION OF BILL NO. 2026-14. ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2026-___.
(Councilor Jamie Cassutt and Councilor Patricia Feghali)
A Bill Amending Section 14-7.9, SFCC 1987, to Clarify a Park Impact Fee Exemption as it
Relates to Certain Construction Permits. (Janice Biletnikoff, Long-Range Strategic
Planner; jibiletnikoff@santafenm.gov)
Committee Review:
Governing Body (Introduction): 07/08/2026
Governing Body (Public Comment): 07/29/2026
Public Works and Utilities Committee: 08/03/2026
Finance Committee: 08/10/2026
Governing Body (Public Hearing): 08/26/2026
b. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 2026-_____. (Councilor Paul Bustamante and
Councilor Patricia Feghali)
A Resolution Approving the Updated Santa Fe Trails Title IV Program and Directing the
City Manager to Authorize its Submission to the Federal Transit Administration. (Gabrielle
Chavez, Transit Director of Administration; gnchavez@santafenm.gov)
Committee Review:
Governing Body (Introduced): 07/08/2026
Public Works and Utilities Committee: 07/20/2026
Quality of Life Committee: 07/22/2026
Governing Body: 07/29/2026
17. Petitions from the Floor
18. Public Comment on Bills (First Public Comment, No Action)
19. Final Action on Legislation (Public Hearing)
20. Public Hearings (Land Use Cases, Appeals and Other Items Required to Have a
Public Hearing)
21. Appointments
a. Bicycle and Pedestrians Advisory Committee
Chandler Moore - Appointment to District 1 - Term Ending 06/2028
Andrew Johns - Appointment to District 2 - Term Ending 06/2028
Robin Garrison - Appointment to District 2 - Term Ending 06/2028
Dexter Wayne - Filling an Unexpired Term for Santa Fe County - Term

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Ending 06/2027
22. Adjourn
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additional accommodations, contact the City Clerk’s office at 505-955-6521, five (5)
working days prior to meeting date.

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SUMMARY OF ACTION
REGULAR MEETING OF THE GOVERNING BODY
WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 2026, 5:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
200 LINCOLN AVENUE, SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO
1. Call To Order Convened at 5:00 pm 3
2. Pledge of Allegiance Councilor Faulkner 3
3. Salute to the NM Flag Councilor Cassutt 3
4. Invocation and Remembrances Councilor Feghali 3
5. Roll Call Quorum 3-4
6. Approval of Agenda Approved 4
7. Approval of Consent Agenda Approved 4
8. Presentations None 4
9. Action Items: Consent Agenda Approved 4-6
10. Action Items: Discussion Agenda
a. Amendment Approved 6
11. Matters from the City Manager Heard 6
12. Matters from the City Attorney Heard 7
a. Executive Session Held 7
13. Executive Session Action Items None 7
14. Matters from the City Clerk Heard 8
15. Communications from the Gov. Body Heard 8

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16. Introduction of Legislation
a. Bill No. 2026-14 Introduced 8
b. Resolution No. 2026-_____ Introduced 8
21. Appointments
a. Bicycle and Ped. Adv. Comm. Approved 8-9
17. Petitions From the Floor Heard 9-10
18. Public Comment on Bills None 10
19. Final Action on Legislation None 10
20. Public Hearings None 10-11
22. Adjourn Adjourned at 7:09 pm 11

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REGULAR MEETING OF THE GOVERNING BODY
WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 2026, 4:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, CITY HALL
200 LINCOLN AVENUE, SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting of the Governing Body was called to order by Mayor Garcia, at 5:00
pm, on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 200 Lincoln
Avenue, Santa Fe, New Mexico.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A. COUNCILOR FAULKNER
Recited.
3. SALUTE TO THE NEW MEXICO FLAG
A. COUNCILOR CASSUTT
Recited.
4. INVOCATION AND REMEMBRANCES
A. COUNCILOR FEGHALI
Given.
5. ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT
Councilor Alma Castro
Councilor Amanda Chavez
Councilor Jamie Cassutt
Councilor Lee Garcia
Councilor Pilar Faulkner
Councilor Patricia Feghali
Councilor Paul Bustamante
Mayor Michael Garcia
MEMBERS ABSENT

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Councilor Elizabeth Barrett, excused
OTHERS PRESENT
Brian Moya, Interim City Manager
Marcos Martinez, City Attorney
Geralyn Cardenas, City Clerk
6. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Ms. Cardenas stated that item 9I had been postponed.
MOTION A motion was made by Councilor Faulkner, seconded by Councilor
Chavez, to approve the agenda as amended.
VOTE The motion passed on a roll call vote as follows
Councilor Bustamante, yes; Councilor Castro, yes; Councilor Chavez, yes;
Councilor Feghali, yes; Councilor Cassutt, yes; Councilor Faulkner, yes; Councilor
Garcia, yes.
7. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
MOTION A motion was made by Councilor Bustamante, seconded by Councilor
Faulkner, to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
VOTE The motion passed on a roll call vote as follows
Councilor Bustamante, yes; Councilor Castro, yes; Councilor Chavez, yes;
Councilor Feghali, yes; Councilor Cassutt, yes; Councilor Faulkner, yes; Councilor
Garcia, yes.
8. PRESENTATIONS
None.
9. ACTION ITEMS: CONSENT AGENDA
A. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE JUNE 10, 2026, REGULAR
GOVERNING BODY MEETING MINUTES.
Approved on consent.
B. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE JUNE 24, 2026, REGULAR

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GOVERNING BODY MEETING MINUTES.
Approved on consent.
C. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE JUNE 25, 2026, SPECIAL
GOVERNING BODY MEETING MINUTES.
Approved on consent.
D. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO SOLUTIONS
AGREEMENT ITEM #22-0176 WITH MAINLINE INFORMATION
SYSTEMS TO INCREASE COMPENSATION BY $441.580 FOR A NEW
TOTAL AMOUNT OF $1,480,454.36 INCLUDING NMGRT AND EXTEND
THE TERM TO AUGUST 31, 2027, FOR MANAGED DETECTION AND
RESPONSE SOLUTION, AND MANAGED SECURITY AWARENESS.
Approved on consent.
E. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT WITH LANGAN LLC FOR SOFTWARE CONSULTING
SERVICES TO INTEGRATE OPENGOV ENTERPRISE ASSET
MANAGEMENT AND GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SERVICES
SYSTEMS IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $600,000 THROUGH JUNE 30,
2030.
Approved on consent.
F. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF A BUDGET ADJUSTMENT REQUEST
(BAR) IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $689,675 FROM THE GENERAL
FUND TO THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FUND TO FUND AN
EXISTING CONTRACT WITH URBAN ALCHEMY FOR STREET
OUTREACH AND COMMUNITY-BASED PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES.
Approved on consent.
G. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO ITEM #24-
0368 WITH FII NATIONAL DBA UPTOGETHER TO INCREASE
COMPENSATION BY $750,000 FOR A NEW TOTAL AMOUNT OF
$3,250,000 AND EXTEND THE TERM TO END JUNE 30, 2027, FOR
HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION CASH ASSISTANCE.
Approved on consent.

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H. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF A GRANT AGREEMENT FROM THE
NEW MEXICO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN THE AMOUNT OF
$250,000 FOR A COORDINATED COMMUNITY RESPONSE TO
COMMUNITY VIOLENCE THROUGH JUNE 30, 2027.
Approved on consent.
I. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 2026-_____. A
RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NOS 2024-49 AND 2016-80
TO CLOSE THE STREETS SURROUNDING PLAZA PARK ANNUALLY
FROM MEMORIAL DAY TO OCTOBER 31ST OR LATER AND TO
CLOSE LINCOLN AVENUE AND PALACE AVENUE, NEXT TO PLAZA
PARK PERMANENTLY.
Postponed.
J. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 2026-_____. A
RESOLUTION APPROVING BUDGET AMENDMENTS AND
REQUESTING THAT THE NEW MEXICO DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE
AND ADMINISTRATION APPROVE THE CITY OF SANTA FE’S THIRD
QUARTER BUDGET AMENDMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026.
Approved on consent.
10. ACTION ITEMS: DISCUSSION AGENDA
A. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO GENERAL
SERVICES CONTRACT ITEM #23-0689 WITH VECTOR AIRPORT
SYSTEMS TO EXTEND THE TERM TO DECEMBER 19, 2026 FOR THE
COLLECTION OF AIRCRAFT LANDING FEES AND PARKING FEES
AT THE SANTA FE REGIONAL AIRPORT.
MOTION A motion was made by Councilor Feghali, seconded by Councilor
Faulkner, to approve the amendment.
VOTE The motion passed on a roll call vote as follows
Councilor Bustamante, yes; Councilor Castro, yes; Councilor Chavez, yes;
Councilor Feghali, yes; Councilor Cassutt, yes; Councilor Faulkner, yes; Councilor
Garcia, yes.
11. MATTERS FROM THE CITY MANAGER

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Heard.
12. MATTERS FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY
Mr. Martinez recommended that the Governing Body enter into Executive
Session for the matters listed on the agenda.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
A. IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS ACT, NMSA 1978,
SECTION 10-15-1, SUBPART (H)(7), MEETINGS SUBJECT TO THE
ATTORNEY-CLIENT PRIVILEGE PERTAINING TO THREATENED OR
PENDING LITIGATION IN WHICH THE CITY IS OR MAY BECOME A
PARTICIPANT INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO NMED V. CITY OF
SANTA FE, WQCC 24-35, AND SUBPART (H)(8), MEETINGS FOR THE
DISCUSSION OF THE PURCHASE, ACQUISITION OR DISPOSAL OF
REAL PROPERTY OR WATER RIGHTS BY THE CITY.
MOTION A motion was made by Councilor Castro, seconded by Councilor
Faulkner, to enter into Executive Session pursuant to the Open Meetings
Act, NMSA 1978, Section 10-15-1, subpart (H)(7), and Subpart (H)(8).
VOTE The motion passed on a roll call vote as follows
Councilor Bustamante, yes; Councilor Castro, yes; Councilor Chavez, yes;
Councilor Feghali, yes; Councilor Cassutt, yes; Councilor Faulkner, yes; Councilor
Garcia, yes.
The Governing Body entered into Executive Session at 5:10 pm.
MOTION A motion was made by Councilor Castro, seconded by Councilor
Faulkner, to reconvene in open session and that the only matters
discussed in Executive Session were the items listed on the agenda.
VOTE The motion passed on a roll call vote as follows
Councilor Bustamante, yes; Councilor Castro, yes; Councilor Chavez, yes;
Councilor Feghali, yes; Councilor Cassutt, yes; Councilor Faulkner, yes; Councilor
Garcia, yes.
The Governing Body reconvened in open session at 5:51 pm.
13. EXECUTIVE SESSION ACTION ITEMS

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None.
14. MATTERS FROM THE CITY CLERK
Heard.
15. COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE GOVERNING BODY
Heard.
16. INTRODUCTION OF LEGISLATION
A. CONSIDERATION OF BILL NO. 2026-14. ADOPTION OF
ORDINANCE NO. 2026-_____. A BILL AMENDING SECTION 14-7.9,
SFCC 1987, TO CLARIFY A PARK IMPACT FEE EXEMPTION AS IT
RELATES TO CERTAIN CONSTRUCTION PERMITS.
Introduced.
B. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION NO. 2026-_____. A
RESOLUTION APPROVING THE UPDATED SANTA FE TRAILS TITLE
IV PROGRAM AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO AUTHORIZE
ITS SUBMISSION TO THE FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION.
Introduced.
MOTION A motion was made by Councilor Castro, seconded by Councilor
Faulkner, to move to appointments and then come back to item 17,
Petitions From the Floor.
VOTE The motion passed on a roll call vote as follows
Councilor Bustamante, yes; Councilor Castro, yes; Councilor Chavez, yes;
Councilor Feghali, yes; Councilor Cassutt, yes; Councilor Faulkner, yes; Councilor
Garcia, yes.
21. APPOINTMENTS
A. BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIANS ADVISORY COMMITTEE
- CHANDLER MOORE - APPOINTMENT TO DISTRICT 1 - TERM
ENDING 06/2028

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- ANDREW JOHNS - APPOINTMENT TO DISTRICT 2 - TERM
ENDING 06/2028
- ROBIN GARRISON - APPOINTMENT TO DISTRICT 2 - TERM
ENDING 06/2028
- DEXTER WAYNE - FILLING AND UNEXPIRED TERM FOR
SANTA FE COUNTY - TERM ENDING 06/2027
Councilor Faulkner recused herself from the vote on this item.
MOTION A motion was made by Councilor Castro, seconded by Councilor
Bustamante, to approve the appointments.
VOTE The motion passed on a roll call vote as follows
Councilor Bustamante, yes; Councilor Castro, yes; Councilor Chavez, yes;
Councilor Feghali, yes; Councilor Cassutt, yes; Councilor Garcia, yes.
MOTION A motion was made by Councilor Cassutt, seconded by Councilor Chavez,
to suspend the rules and move to Petitions From the Floor and come back
at 7:00 pm if there is a gap.
VOTE The motion passed on a roll call vote as follows
Councilor Bustamante, yes; Councilor Castro, yes; Councilor Chavez, yes;
Councilor Feghali, yes; Councilor Cassutt, yes; Councilor Faulkner, yes; Councilor
Garcia, yes.
17. PETITIONS FROM THE FLOOR
Marshal - Marshal spoke in support of the emergency funding for the homeless.
Suzanne Romero, District 1. Ms. Romero spoke about cleaning up the
vandalism of the mural at the Railyard, dissolving the CDC and QOL Committees,
against the Marriott Hotel development, returning constituent calls and reporting on the
status of the obelisk.
Kathy Garcia, District 2. Ms. Garcia spoke in support of the homeless
prevention fund and making the funding recurring.
Jaylen DeVargas, District 2. Ms. DeVargas spoke in support of the homeless
prevention fund.
Kananra. Kananra spoke in support of the homeless prevention f und and more

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support for the public schools and disabled students.
Aurora Martinez. Ms. Martinez spoke against the street closure Resolution
being permanent.
Nico. Nico spoke about doing more public education on issues and making this
a better place.
Stephanie Beninato. Ms. Beninato spoke against the Marriott development and
about security cameras at Perez.
Sean Noonan. Mr. Noonan spoke in opposition to closing the streets around the
Plaza.
No Name Given. He spoke about constituents not trusting Councilors.
Kathy Rivera, District 1. Ms. Rivera spoke against closing the streets and the
lack of proof that San Francisco St. is not safe.
Elise Gutierrez, District 1. Ms. Gutierrez spoke against closing down the roads
around the Plaza.
Ronald Gallegos, District 4. Mr. Gallegos spoke against closing the roads
around the Plaza.
Lauren Lieb, District 1. Ms. Lieb spoke in support of closing down the streets
around the Plaza.
Mayor Garcia recessed the meeting at 6:46pm until 7:00 pm where they will
again hear public comments.
Mayor Garcia resumed the meeting at 7:03.
Virgil Vigil. Mr. Vigil said we are at a 6 month point of the new administration. It
is time for decisions regarding the Soldiers Monument and other issues. He is also
against closing the streets around the Plaza.
Maya Martinez. Ms. Martinez spoke against closing the roads around the Plaza.
18. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON BILLS
None.

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19. FINAL ACTION ON LEGISLATION
None.
20. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
22. ADJOURN
There being no further business before the Governing Body, the meeting
adjourned at 7:09 pm.
________________________
Mayor Michael Garcia
Attested To By:
___________________________________
Geralyn F. Cardenas, Interim City Clerk
Respectfully Submitted By:
__________________________________
Elizabeth Martin, Stenographer

GOVERNING BODY MEETING
EXECUTIVE SESSION
July 8, 2026
The Governing Body of the City of Santa Fe met in an executive session duly called on July 8,
2026, beginning at 5:12 p.m.
The following was discussed:
In Accordance with the Open Meetings Act, NMSA 1978, Section 10-15-1, Subpart (H)(7),
Meetings Subject to the Attorney-Client Privilege Pertaining to Threatened or Pending Litigation
in which the City Is or May Become a Participant Including but Not Limited to NMED v. City of
Santa Fe, WQCC 24-35, and Subpart (H)(8), Meetings for the Discussion of the Purchase,
Acquisition or Disposal of Real Property or Water Rights by the City. (Marcos Martinez, City
Attorney; mdmartinez@santafenm.gov)
PRESENT
Mayor Garcia
Councilor Bustamante
Councilor Cassutt
Councilor Castro
Councilor Chavez
Councilor Faulkner
Councilor Feghali
Councilor Garcia
NOT PRESENT
Councilor Barrett
STAFF PRESENT
Brian Moya, Interim City Manager
Andrea Philips, Deputy City Manager
Marcos Martinez, City Attorney
Geralyn Cardenas, City Clerk
Sam Burnett, Public Works Department Director (Left at 5:33 p.m.)
Jesse Roach, Public Utilities Department Director (In at 5:33 p.m. Left at 5:46 p.m.)
There being no further business to discuss, the executive session was adjourned at 5:46 p.m.
________________________________________________
Geralyn F. Cardenas, City Clerk/Director of Community Engagement