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New Minimal Impact Exploration Permit Application, Bella Group Lode Exploration
The Mining and Minerals Division ("MMD") received a permit application from New Metals Strategies, LLC, for a new minimal impact exploration permit in Sierra County, New Mexico.
Middle Rio Grande Lower San Acacia Reach Improvement Project Public Scoping Meeting EIS
The Bureau of Reclamation (BOR) intends to realign a portion of the Rio Grande to the west of the existing channel between miles 74 and 54.5, all south of Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge and north of Elephant Butte Reservoir. During this scoping phase, the BOR is requesting information on available data for the project area, natural resources known to occur in the project area, current resource uses, and how the proposed project would impact the resource or resource use. New information, different ways to meet the project's purpose, and factual corrections or information on sources of credible research or data are all appreciated. Project goals include increasing water delivered to Elephant Butte Reservoir; enhancing ecosystem health; and increasing benefits of system maintenance activities by working with geomorphic trends of the river.
Environmental Impact Statement, Public Meeting, River/Stream Management, Threatened or Endangered Species, Water Diversions/Irrigation
Environmental Assessment for a Proposed Terminal Replacement Project at the Clovis Regional Airport, Clovis, Curry County, NM
The City of Clovis is announcing its intent to prepare an Environmental Assessment pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 for a proposed terminal replacement project at the Clovis Regional Airport. The project includes constructing a new terminal building and converting the old terminal to airport administrative offices and fixed-base operator space. The new terminal will increase capacity and passenger access, improve ADA compliance and energy efficiency (LEED), and improve airfield safety with sufficient security space for screening. The City of Clovis requests: comments on specific concerns or sensitive areas; identification of available technical information or established research methods; in formation on our role and interest in participating in the NEPA process; and a point of contact.
Aviation, Environmental Assessment, Urban Development
The Town of Tatum will plan, design, and construct water system improvements in Tatum, NM in Lea County Latitude 33.256349 and Longitude -103.308905. Improvements consist of: 68 sy pavement patching (6" base course and 2.5 HMA); 160 sy 6" base course patching; removal of structures and obstructions; 20 lf 24" curb and gutter; 8 fire hydrants; 4240 lf 6" PVC waterline 0-6' depth; 8 tie ins to existing waterline; 20 gate valves 6"; 7 water service lateral ¾" ; SWPPP Management; traffic control management; mobilization; traffic control devices; construction staking by contractor; testing allowance and clearing and grubbing
The City of Ruidoso Downs will plan, design and construct street & drainage improvements and water system improvements to Valley View Lane, located in the City of Ruidoso Downs, NM in Lincoln County (Latitude 33.32800; Longitude -105.59170). Improvements consist of approximately: unclassified excavation; 3,500 sy subgrade preparation, complete in place; 600 cy aggregate base course including placement and compaction complete in place; 2,800 lf curb and gutter, all types; 1,400 lf furnish and install 6" PVC waterlines, including trenching, backfill, fittings complete in place; 5 furnish and install 6" gate valve assembly complete w/valve box and concrete collar; 3 Furnish and install 6"fire hydrant assembly complete in place; 2 connections to existing water line, complete in place; 1,250 lf furnish and install ¾" SDR 7 HDPE Service Line, complete in place; 25 relocate/adjust meter to final grade; 2 adjust manhole to grade; temporary traffic control; mobilization/demobilization; construction staking; general site removal and disposal of structures and obstruction; contractor's quality control construction testing; temporary easement erosion and sediment control.
The Village of Hope will plan, design, construct water system improvements throughout the Village of Hope, NM in Eddy County; Latitude 32.810308 Longitude -104.734168. Water System Improvements consist of approximately: 2 backup generators with concrete pad and shade; 7 fire hydrants; 7 ties to existing waterline; 120 lf 6" PVC water line C-900; 25- 6" water valve and valve box; 7- 2" Radio Read Water Meters; 10 ¾" Radio Read Water Meters; Control Panel - Tank Level Control; mobilization; traffic control management; traffic control devices; contractor staking and testing allowance.
Our client proposes to build a 295-foot self-support communications tower, with an overall height of 315 feet, within a 100-foot by 100-foot (10,000-square-foot) lease area. A 30-foot wide, approximately 50 feet long access/utility easement, will extend South to Curry Road 13. A culvert is proposed at the end of the easement, along Curry Road 13. A fiber handhole and transformer are also proposed. The site is located in a grassy field.
South Central Rural Transit District (SCRTD) is a regional transit district serving incorporated and unincorporated communities in the counties of Dona Ana, Sierra, Otero, and El Paso counties; the cities of Anthony, El Paso, Elephant Butte, Las Cruces, Mesilla, and Sunland Park, and the Villages of Hatch and Williamsburg. The purpose of this proposed project is to replace gas powered buses with electric powered, install solar-powered charging stations, and purchase the current project site which is currently being leased. There is a need to help reduce air emissions as part of the goals laid out within the New Mexico State Management Plan. Additionally, by purchasing the land, the SCRTD would not be subjected to increased lease costs and the funds can be put to use on providing services to these low-income communities.
The SCRTD will be using federal funds to purchase three (3) battery electric replacement buses and electric charging infrastructure at the Sunland Park garage (295 Quinella Road) and staff training on the electric vehicle propulsion systems. The SCRTD will also use the funds to acquire the property that is currently leased.
The project area contains two existing buildings (Administration/Training and Maintenance buildings) and approximately 7.94 acres of disturbed, excess land. In total, the project area is 11.16 acres.
Construction of a 20-foot by 30-foot lease area. Additional support equipment will be located within 10-foot by 20-foot lease area. Access will be gained via a 12-foot wide proposed gravel access drive emanating north from Overlook Road for approximately 400 feet to the proposed facility. Utility route #1 will follow a 6-foot wide easement south to a proposed point-of-connection on Overlook Road. Utility Route #2 will be routed north and then east, for approximately 140 feet, within a 10-foot wide utility easement to a proposed utility pole.
The Client proposes to install antennas on an existing building located at 10 County Road 187, Abiquiu, Rio Arriba County, New Mexico. Antennas are proposed to be enclosed within a faux chimney to match the building. Lease area on the ground adjacent to the building on the west end will include support equipment and cabinets to be placed on an 8 ft. by 9.5 ft. cement pad in a 223 square ft. lease area enclosed by a wood fence to match the fence on an adjacent existing lease area. The lease area consists primarily of gravel and paved roadway, with patches of grass/weed. A proposed utility easement will extend through existing utility routes, and existing road, County Road 187 will be used for access.
D20203 Arroyo Hondo / SAC Wireless / Taos County, NM
SAC Wireless, LLC on behalf of AT&T and Commnet, proposes to remove an existing tower and construct a new 110 ft tall monopole cell west of Arroyo Hondo, in Taos County, NM. The proposed tower will be placed within an existing fenced compound that is graveled and currently contains solar panels and existing equipment for the tower some of which will be removed or relocated, as well as some vegetation to be removed. The project also includes expansion of the existing lease area from 50 ft. by 50 ft. to 80 ft. by 80ft. Existing utility and access easements will be utilized.
The Town of Hagerman will plan, design, construct wastewater system improvements in Hagerman, NM (Latitude - 33.117470; Longitude -104.319486). Improvements consist of: pre-construction and post construction video documentation; mobilization and demobilization; material testing allowance; traffic control; 48 inch Pedestrian Gate; 16' vehicle gate; 239 lf furnish and install 8' high chain link fence; install new sanitary sewer lift station (inclusive of all material, labor, pumps, odor control unit, vaults, associated piping, valves, plumbing connections, control panel, excavation and site restoration. Fittings and all related appurtenances; 10 sy 3" thick gravel around lift station. All construction to include all material, labor, site restoration and related appurtenances.
Chaves County will plan, design, construct, equip, a new Public Health Building to be located at 700 E Buena Vista Street, in Roswell, Chaves County, NM (latitude 33.374232; Longitude -104.513812. The building will be approximately 12,000 sq feet and will consist of approximately: 70,000 sf grading; 34,900 sf paving; utilities; 16,600 sf landscaping and irrigation; 480 lf fencing; standard foundations; 4" reinforced slab on grade; columns and trusses; framing; exterior walls; 32 insulated exterior windows; 8 exterior doors; 12,325 sf roofing; 1,150 sf canopy; partitions; 73 interior wood doors; wall finishes; carpet tile and vinyl composite tile; acoustic ceiling system; plumbing fixtures; domestic water distribution; HVAC; electrical; lighting; communications; security; institutional equipment such as built in cabinets and countertops and those items associated with constructing a new building.
Removal of stands of hazardous fuels, focusing on small diameter ladder fuels which threaten lives or property. Forest thinning to reduce wildfire risk.
NM Forestry Division is assisting the Fort Stanton staff (DCA) in writing a wildfire fuels reduction and management plan. The plan will cover the 240 acres of the Fort, including several historic buildings.
Bull of the Woods shaded fuel break and Defensible Space
Creation of a shaded fuel break on Village of Taos ski valley land and private residences on steep hillside. Main footprint will be only 4.4 acres above Kachina Road in the drainage. Other residences may see defensible space work done as funding allows.
WUI Defensible space work. Hand thinning. Less than 1 acre planned in this project area, but broadened the polygon to include other properties which might see additional defensible space thinning work.
Construction of a telecommunications tower facility that will include an
approximately 199-foot self-support tower and associated ground
equipment within a 60-foot-by-60-foot fenced and gated lease area.
Access to the site will be provided by an access and utility easement that
will meander in a northwesterly direction along an existing dirt pathway
from NM 337
The City of Rio Communities plans to reconstruct 0.4 mile of Goodman Avenue between Damon and Horner Streets. The proposed improvements include one 12-foot driving lane in each direction, a drainage ditch on the north and south sides of the road, and a new 8-foot pedestrian path to the north of the road and drainage ditch. Luminaires would be installed along the corridor. The project would remain within the City right-of-way. It traverses a residential neighborhood. The project is being funded through local funding and a grant from the Transportation Project Fund (TPF).
Modification 23-1 Application to Release All Financial Assurance, Permit, Silver Silica Mine
Oro Blanco Mining Company, LLC (Oro Blanco) submitted an application to the State of New Mexico Mining and Minerals Division (MMD) to release all remaining financial assurance for the Silver Silica Mine, Permit No. SF003ME, in Santa Fe County, New Mexico. This application has been assigned to Modification 23-1.
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