AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEconomic Development: New Mexico opened applications for two state grant programs that match outside investment for tech and research growth, including at least $1 million through the Capital Leverage grant and a Targeted Federal Match program tied to certain federal commitments. Gaming & Local Jobs: A judge blocked the New Mexico Racing Commission from transferring a “racino” license that would have moved Farmington’s operation to Clovis, a win for San Juan County’s SunRay Park and its roughly 120 employees. Public Safety & Enforcement: Albuquerque Police Department officers were placed on leave amid a DWI scandal tied to an alleged long-running scheme involving a defense attorney and dismissed cases, with the FBI leading a separate investigation. Business & Campus Dining: Chick-fil-A will close its University of New Mexico campus restaurant after the 2026–27 academic year as the company shifts many locations to franchisee/Operator-owned models. Water & Consumer Confidence: Las Vegas residents reported unusual fishy/earthy odors in tap water; city officials say monitoring shows the supply remains within compliance while crews flush parts of the system. Tech & Growth: ARRAY Technologies completed its acquisition of Affordable Wire Management to expand balance-of-system offerings for solar, storage, and datacenter markets. Energy & Infrastructure: Lane closures begin Tuesday at a major Albuquerque intersection for New Mexico Gas Company pipeline repairs, with work expected to finish by Friday.
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