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Aug 18, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Hobbs Planning Board Regular Meeting
The Hobbs Planning Board addressed several planning and zoning matters, including approval of a side yard setback variance for a residential structure and a front yard setback variance for a carport. A parking variance request for a medical office was denied. The Board approved an easement agreement for Xcel Energy and a development agreement regarding sewer extensions for an RV park. Additionally, a right-of-way encroachment agreement for a property fence and balcony was approved, alongside several administrative subdivision replats.
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The Commission addressed a range of municipal business, primarily focusing on infrastructure and economic development agreements. Key actions included authorizing agreements with Lea County for the Airport Sewer Lift Station Project and a significant infrastructure grant for road, drainage, and utility improvements. The Commission also approved a Professional Services Agreement to administer commercial and charter air services. Further business included the purchase of hardware for the virtual server environment, updates on traffic calming education, and resolutions concerning the condemnation and remediation of dilapidated properties. Additionally, staff recognitions were noted alongside various budgetary and financial resolutions.
Jul 21, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Hobbs Planning Board Regular Meeting Minutes
The board discussed several items, including a side yard variance for a residential structure, a parking variance for a downtown development, a sign variance involving a right-of-way encroachment agreement, and administrative subdivisions. Additionally, the board reviewed a proposed ordinance regarding Planning Board member terms, attendance, and procedures, as well as a new traffic safety campaign. Several future agenda items for a subsequent meeting were also outlined, such as variance requests for a manufactured home placement, a carport setback, a medical office, an electrical easement, and a sewer extension development agreement.
Jul 20, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Hobbs City Commission Regular Meeting
The meeting agenda and minutes cover a wide range of municipal business. Key topics include budgetary adjustments and financial reporting for the city, the adoption of the final budget for the upcoming fiscal year, and the allocation of Lodgers' Tax funds. Resolutions were addressed regarding the transfer of liquor licenses, the submission of Community Development Block Grant applications, and the handling of condemned properties. Additionally, the commission finalized ordinances related to the structure and governance of various city advisory boards and authorized intergovernmental agreements, including a memorandum of agreement with Lea County regarding Small Community Air Service Development Program funds. The commission also reviewed and approved significant infrastructure projects, such as the mill and overlay of Marland Boulevard, and approved grant agreements for trail landscape renovations. Finally, the commission took action to remove uncollectible utility accounts from city records.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
