Alamogordo City Commission Regular Meeting - November 3, 2026

The Alamogordo City Commission held a regular meeting on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 6:30 PM in the Donald E. Carroll City Commission Chambers at City Hall. Mayor Sharon McDonald called the meeting to order with a quorum present. Commissioner Warren Robinson offered the invocation and Commissioner Baxter Pattillo led the Pledge of Allegiance. The agenda was approved by a 7-0 vote.

Presentations

• The BASE Otero Community Youth Center (formerly the Boys and Girls Club of Otero County): CEO Angel Chapman-McDavid presented an update. The organization withdrew from Boys and Girls Club of America in November 2025 to become a freestanding community youth center, focusing on local needs. They serve children ages 5–17 (most ages 5–13) with before/after school care, summer programming, field trips, and transportation. Their annual budget is approximately $900,000. Recent accomplishments include a new website, 501(c)(3) status, two new vans, building repairs, and successful fundraisers. A major fundraiser, Winter Wonderland (Christmas tree auction in partnership with First American Bank), will be held December 3 at 5:30 PM at First American Bank. Future plans include the Base Scholars reading/math enrichment program and a renovation of back offices to add a multi-purpose room and staff training area, expected by end of year.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Alexander H. Wilson (retired veteran, resident of the 800 block) requested installation of a speed bump on his street. He reported that children in the neighborhood are now older (ages 11–12) and more active, jumping behind cars, and a near-accident has occurred. He acknowledged previous city assistance with signs and lights but stated a speed bump is urgently needed due to speeding cars and the presence of a daycare center on the same street. He provided his contact information.

City Manager’s Report

• City Manager Robert Stockwell reported:
  • On North Scenic, the Utilities Department completed a loop system installing 750 feet of six-inch water pipe to improve circulation and eliminate dead-end lines. The department now completes full asphalt and concrete restoration on site, reducing the street department’s backlog.
  • The aquatic center project: Five general contractors are reviewing the bid; 79 questions have been submitted by contractors. Bid opening remains scheduled for December 15.
  • Proposed adjusting the December commission meeting schedule to a single meeting on the second Tuesday, with special meetings if needed. This change will be brought to the commission for adoption at the November 17 meeting.

Remarks & Inquiries by the City Commission

• An unnamed commissioner recognized November as Epilepsy Awareness Month and noted a foundation taking a family from Texas to California for an epilepsy convention at Disney.
• Commissioner Baxter Pattillo:
  • Complimented the golf course condition and incoming contractor change.
  • Asked about lodgers tax implementation: City Manager replied the golf course contract is being finalized for either December 1 or January 1; the lodgers tax financial analysis is underway and a complete package is expected by the December meeting.
  • Asked about the We Grow Alamo survey: Staff reported the survey is still open with about 250 responses so far; Bohan (consultant) presented housing survey data; another meeting is scheduled for late November.
• An unnamed commissioner clarified that a recent water leak at public housing on First Street is not a city issue as that property is now privately owned.

New Business

• Resolution 2026-36 – Emergency Declaration for Bonito Lake Watershed: Utilities Director David Nunnelley presented the resolution declaring an emergency due to continued flooding, runoff, sedimentation, debris, and erosion in the Bonito Lake watershed and at Bonito Lake Reservoir. He explained that five rain events this year have repeatedly filled sedimentation ponds in Rottermaker Canyon, requiring ongoing excavation by a contractor. Local funds are being exhausted. Lincoln County has already made a similar declaration. The declaration opens eligibility for federal funding (e.g., Department of Homeland Security) and allows pursuit of permanent restoration solutions instead of reactive local spending. Commissioner questions focused on necessity and future activities.

Key Outcomes

• Approved the agenda (7-0).
• Adopted Resolution 2026-36 declaring an emergency at Bonito Lake Reservoir (7-0).
• Adjourned the meeting (7-0).

Note: No items were on the consent agenda.