Clovis City Commission Regular Meeting – June 5, 2025
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Clovis City Commission Regular Meeting – June 5, 2025
The Clovis City Commission held its regular meeting on June 5, 2025, at the North Annex of the Clovis-Carver Library. Mayor Pro Tem Chris Bryant presided in the absence of Mayor Morris, with all eight commissioners present. The meeting opened with a prayer and pledge of allegiance, followed by approval of the agenda and minutes from May 15 and May 22, 2025. The commission adopted several proclamations, heard a detailed update from Plains Regional Medical Center, accepted public comment from the police chief, approved a consent agenda containing eight routine items, passed four resolutions authorizing demolition of unsafe buildings, and selected a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project for sewer line repairs on Second Street.
Proclamations and Presentations
- Flag Day Proclamation: The commission proclaimed June 14, 2025 as Flag Day, presented by Nancy Anne Streseman of the El Portal Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution.
- Dragon Main Week Proclamation: The commission declared June 8–14, 2025 as Dragon Main Week. Event organizer Brian Boone expressed the city has been "100% supportive" of the event since its founding in 2014.
- Juneteenth Proclamation: The commission proclaimed June 19, 2025 as Juneteenth Freedom Day, recognizing the 160th anniversary. A representative from Clovis United Ministerial Alliance accepted the proclamation and thanked the city for allowing the community to continue Juneteenth celebrations.
- PRMC Update: Bill Priest, CEO of Plains Regional Medical Center, reported on the hospital’s growth, including expansion of providers from 24 to nearly 50 over 18 months. Key statistics: approximately 10,700 patient days annually, 28,000–29,000 ER visits, 733 births in 2024 (projected 800 in 2025), and 154,000 clinic visits. New services include interventional cardiology (cath lab, 56 cases completed), behavioral health (two psychiatrists, a psychologist), dermatology, bariatric surgery, and cardiac/pulmonary rehab. Capital investments include a $4 million MRI suite and a $5 million OB/GYN expansion (from 9 to 24 exam rooms), both opening September 2025. Commissioner questions focused on OB appointment availability and ER volumes; Priest stated OB appointments are now timely and the ER usage reflects broader trends in primary care access.
- Introduction of Grant Coordinator: Assistant City Manager Claire Burroughes introduced Logan O’Brien as the city’s new Grants Coordinator. O’Brien holds degrees in chemistry, criminal justice, and communications, and will handle CDBG and other grants.
Public Comments & Testimony
- Chief Thorne (Clovis Police Department): Reported that the department is undergoing its four-cycle reaccreditation on-site visit (over 260 standards). He expressed confidence in passing. He also introduced Jenny Stacy as the new Community Relations Coordinator, who will focus on recruiting, social media, citizens police academy, National Night Out, and youth programs. He thanked the commission for support.
Consent Calendar
The commission approved the following items by unanimous consent (motion by Jones, second by Tarsen; voice vote all aye):
- First Amendment to Special Appropriation Grant Agreement 2024 for Transitional Housing & Shelter Facilities for Victims of Domestic Violence (Hartley House).
- Amendment to Real Estate Purchase Contract between the City and Nancijane Goodwin-Hilling Trust.
- Approval of the City of Clovis Title VI Plan.
- Management Agreement between the City and Oak View Group for Clovis Civic Center management.
- Appointment of Lewis Houston to the Civil Aviation Board.
- Noise Variance from 9:00–10:00 p.m. on July 4, 2025, for Smoke on the Water event.
- Award of Electrical Services (On-Call) RFP to multiple vendors.
- Land Lease Agreement between the City and Flores Rail Yard.
Resolutions – Demolition of Unsafe Structures
The commission adopted four resolutions (3320-2025 through 3323-2025) authorizing demolition of unsafe buildings at:
- 1800 E. 4th Street
- 312 Axtell Street
- 500 Hinkle Street
- 2507 W. 7th Street City Attorney Jared Morris confirmed each building is damaged beyond repair and property owners will be notified; demolition will commence 15 days after notification. Motion by Cassaus, second by Porter; voice vote all aye.
Discussion Items – 2025 CDBG Project Selection
Logan O’Brien presented project options for the Community Development Block Grant application. The state removed the funding cap for certified cost estimates. The city held four public hearings. Potential projects included:
- Sewer line repair on Brady Avenue (old clay pipes, industrial area, LMI qualification uncertain).
- Sewer line repair on Second Street from Hull to Delta (12-inch sewer, 2,500 linear feet at $400/foot = $1 million, in designated LMI area).
- Residential street lighting (45 new lights, may not use full $1 million).
- Potter Park Pool renovation (lazy river, splash features; not shovel-ready).
- Sidewalk improvements near Mesa Theater (under $200,000, alternative grants available).
Commissioner Paula noted Potter Park was not shovel-ready and expressed interest in street lighting but acknowledged the Second Street project’s immediate need and clear LMI qualification. Mayor Pro Tem Bryant recommended the Second Street sewer line. Commissioner Cassaus supported it for safety and beautification. Commissioner Zamora asked about the number of lights relative to existing funds. O’Brien clarified that the Second Street project is shovel-ready and precisely estimated at $1 million. The commission unanimously voted (8-0) to select the Second Street sewer line rehabilitation as the 2025 CDBG application. The required 10% match ($100,000) will come from wastewater funds.
Reports of Boards, Officers, and Committees
- Parks, Recreation & Beautification Committee (Commissioner Paula): The committee met at the zoo, discussed a mobile trailer, and toured the zoo. She also promoted youth camp registrations.
- Public Works Committee (Mayor Pro Tem Bryant): The committee discussed monitoring traffic at the intersection of Llano Estacado and Shady Lane. Updates: MLK project completion by end of June, Purdue Drainage Project completion by August, and reports from Clovis Schools.
Future Agenda Items and Announcements
- Assistant City Clerk Vicki Reyes listed upcoming items: New Mexico Outdoor Recreation Grant for Summer Youth Program, Veterinary Board Spay/Neuter Grant, EIB policies and procedures, and a resolution for participation with EPCOG.
- Claire Burroughes announced the Infrastructure and Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP) meeting on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 1:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. in the North Annex.
- Upcoming meetings: Economic Incentive Board on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 8:30 a.m.; next City Commission meeting on Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 5:15 p.m., both at the North Annex.
Key Outcomes
- Agenda approved with additions.
- Minutes of May 15 and May 22 approved.
- Proclamations for Flag Day, Dragon Main Week, and Juneteenth adopted.
- PRMC update received; Grant Coordinator introduced.
- Consent agenda approved (8 items).
- Four demolition resolutions adopted.
- CDBG project selected: Second Street sewer line rehabilitation (unanimous vote 8-0).
- Reports from Parks and Public Works committees accepted.
- Future meeting dates announced.
- Meeting adjourned.
Meeting Transcript
Welcome everyone. We'll call our meeting to order in just a couple of minutes. If everyone, if everybody's standing, we'll offer a prayer and we'll follow with the pledge of both flags. Heavenly Father, we thank you for this day and the opportunity to serve the citizens of our city. We ask that you watch over each and every citizen of our city and continue to watch over the men and women at Canon that continue to defend our country. Bless our decisions, lead us towards positive outcomes. I ask this in your name. Amen. Call our meeting to order the Clover City Commission. And Ms. Wades, could we have a roll call, please? Commissioner Jones. Here. Commissioner Cassaus? Here. Commissioner Porter? Here. Mayor Pro Tim Bryant. Here. Commissioner Garza. Here. Commissioner Tarsen. Here. Commissioner Paula. Here. Commissioner Zamora. Here. Mayor Morris. Okay, we have a full commission. Thanks, everyone for being here. We have the approval of the agenda. And if there are we do have two additions, both proclamations, one for Dragon Maine and one for June 10th. So we'll add those to the agenda. The agenda is approved, and a yes vote will be recorded for each member of the commission. Move down to the minutes. Seeing none, we'll approve the minutes and record a yes vote for each member of the commission. The next one's approval of the minutes of May 22nd, which was the preliminary budget, which we approved. Are there any questions to those minutes? Seeing none. Those minutes have also been approved, and we'll have recorded a yes vote as well for the commission. We're always glad to see citizens come out and show their support and hear what's going on with the uh with the commission and with city government. So for those that are wanting to make possibly address the commission, we'll give you that opportunity in just a few minutes. This song whose lyrics reflect the experience of a lawyer who witnessed the siege of Fort McHenry from the deck of a ship held under the surveillance of the British Empire. Tells the story of our nation's most powerful symbol, its flag waving proudly over Fort McHenry in the dawn's early light, signifying our nation's victory at a pivotal battle during the War of 1812. In 1949, an act of Congress ensured that flag day would become a national day of observance. Our nation's flag is a symbol of unyielding freedom, justice, and security offered by our country. It is a stark reminder of the lengths of those who ensure our freedom take while heightening highlighting our principles to the rest of the world. Okay. Thank you. Thank you.
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