AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoColorado River Policy: Federal water managers unveiled a 10-year Colorado River plan that resets how releases and cutbacks are negotiated every two years, opening the door to major reductions for Arizona, California and Nevada as reservoirs hit new lows. Local Governance & Housing: Santa Fe is weighing a proposal to triple the “fee in lieu” charge on developers who skip building affordable units, a move supporters say could fund the Affordable Housing Trust Fund while critics warn it may slow construction. Public Safety & Homelessness: Farmington held a meeting after business and residents pushed for help managing homelessness-related crime and disorder in the Animas District, with police describing new strategies tied to a liquor-heavy corridor. Economic Development & Secrecy: Torrance County residents are pressing for answers about “Project Mars,” a proposed development tied to a defense contractor and surrounded by nondisclosure agreements. Energy & Utilities: New Mexico’s regulators ordered steps tied to the Blackstone Infrastructure–TXNM Energy/PNS acquisition process, and the companies say they’re reversing an unlawful stock transaction as required. Healthcare Expansion: Gila Regional Medical Center in Silver City bought two buildings to expand services, including an urgent care clinic and early steps toward a residency program.
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