Regular Governing Body Meeting - Last Wednesday — Wed, Aug 26, 2026 · 21.c Planning Commission: Katherine Rivera - Appointment to District 1 - Term Ending 6/2028Peter Smith - Reappointment to District 2 - Term Ending 6/2028Sasha McGee - Reappointment District 3 - Term Ending 6/2028Sean Noonen - Reappointment to District 4 - Term Ending 6/2028Brian Gutierrez - Appointment to At-Large-Term Ending 6/2028
Brian Patrick Gutierrez Objective To serve on the City of Santa Fe Planning Commission and contribute prior Commission experience, leadership as a former Chair, Charter Review Commission service, practical judgment, and a local small business perspective. Summary Local Santa Fe small business owner, former member and Chair of the City of Santa Fe Planning Commission, and former member of the City of Santa Fe Charter Review Commission. Experienced in land- use review, development plans, subdivisions, variances, appeals, rezonings, public hearings, staff reports, public testimony, Chapter 14 matters, and record-based decision-making. Public Service Experience City of Santa Fe Planning Commission Former Member and Chair Member: 2014–2023 Chair: 2021–2022 Served approximately nine years on the Planning Commission. Served as Chair of the Commission. Reviewed development plans, subdivisions, variances, appeals, rezonings, master plans, staff reports, findings, conditions of approval, public comments, and Chapter 14 matters. Participated in public hearings involving land use, neighborhood impacts, infrastructure, transportation, access, parking, public safety, and City planning issues. Helped conduct meetings in a fair, orderly, and respectful manner. Evaluated matters based on the record, applicable rules, public input, and the best interests of Santa Fe. City of Santa Fe Charter Review Commission Former Member Service: 2012–2013 Participated in review of proposed amendments to the Santa Fe Municipal Charter. • • • • • • • 1 Reviewed public input, governance issues, policy proposals, and possible charter amendments. Gained experience with City government structure, public accountability, transparency, and long- term civic decision-making. Professional Experience Mr. G’s Pro Tow, LLC — Santa Fe, New Mexico Owner / Local Small Business Owner Own and operate a Santa Fe-based small business serving local residents, businesses, and the public. Manage daily operations, customer service, compliance, equipment, scheduling, and regulatory responsibilities. Bring practical experience with transportation, access, parking, public safety, and regulated business operations. Santa Fe Recycles — Santa Fe, New Mexico Owner / Local Small Business Owner Own and operate a local small business in a regulated recycled-metals environment. Maintain reporting, compliance, recordkeeping, and coordination with state requirements. Bring a practical perspective on recycling, environmental responsibility, and local business operations. Community Leadership St. Michael’s High School Parents’ Association President Support parent involvement, communication, meetings, events, and school community efforts. Work with officers, committee chairs, parents, and school representatives. Qualifications Former Chair of the City of Santa Fe Planning Commission Former Planning Commissioner with approximately nine years of service Former City Charter Review Commission member Local small business owner Familiar with Chapter 14, land-use hearings, public testimony, staff reports, findings, and conditions of approval Practical understanding of neighborhood impacts, transportation, infrastructure, public safety, housing, water, and responsible growth • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2 References Available upon request. 3