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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Hobbs public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Construction Observation and Inspection Services Contract
The Commission will consider a task order with Square Root Services, LLC, for construction observation and inspection services — the oversight work that keeps city utility construction projects built to spec.
Park lighting hours
A resident asked the city to keep sports complex lights on until midnight so kids, families, and late-working adults can use parks after dark, citing safety benefits and a recent night when a soccer game ended in darkness.
Restaurant Liquor License for Hacienda Doña Mari
A long-standing local restaurant at 205 West Sanger can now serve beer and wine with meals after the Commission approved the license following a public hearing.
Lea County Air Service Funds Agreement
A consent item on a memorandum of agreement with Lea County about how federal Small Community Air Service Development Program funds are distributed.
Uncollectible Utility Accounts Write-Off
The city was set to remove unpaid water, garbage and sewer bills from July 2021 to June 2022 it has determined it cannot collect. Write-offs affect the utility fund's bottom line.
Bus shelter at Nor-Lea Medical Clinic
Lea County is chipping in $150,000 so transit riders waiting for the Hobbs Express after medical appointments get a covered shelter with ADA ramps instead of sitting in the rain.
Cinco de Mayo Festival Noise Variance
The Mayor was slated to be authorized to grant a special noise variance so the Cinco de Mayo festival can run at 300 East Broadway on May 2, 2026 — good news for festivalgoers, something nearby residents may notice.
Ambulance billing write-offs
Resolution 7740 would clear uncollectible ambulance billing accounts off the city's books — routine accounting, but it means those bills won't be collected.
Veterans Path of Freedom Brick Fee
Resolution 7735 would set a fee for engraved bricks purchased by veterans living outside Lea County at the Veterans Path of Freedom memorial in Veterans Memorial Park.
Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament Services
Resolution 7736 would hire Teen Court of Lea County to provide services for the Gus Macker 3-on-3 basketball tournament, a community recreation event.
Animal Care Agreement with City of Eunice
Resolution 7737 would set up an agreement for Hobbs to handle the care, custody and handling of dogs and cats seized by the City of Eunice.
Public Art Project at Hobbs Soccer Complex
Resolution 7739 would approve a public art installation at the Hobbs Soccer Complex and authorize an agreement for it.
Lea County Humane Society Services Agreement
The Commission was scheduled to authorize the Mayor to sign a professional services agreement with the Lea County Humane Society, which likely relates to animal services for the city.