Los Lunas advances library and centennial ideas; workforce housing appraisal holds at $1.3M

Cynthia Shetter presented New Library options and estimated a total cost of about $8.3 million for a two‑story option, noting the village already owns suitable land and that a new facility would meet current and future population needs but could disrupt services during construction. Shetter said staff will pursue a mix of bond and grant funding if council approves moving forward.

On workforce housing, Nancy Jo Gonzales said she reviewed appraisals and that "we're still at about $1.3 million value" for the three lots identified; she cautioned that flood‑zone elevation and utility costs to make land shovel‑ready will materially affect affordability. Staff also reported stalled communication with the School of Dream Academy (SODA) and previewed early ideas for a Centennial celebration in 2028 and a Route 66 visitors center at the old Jesus Gallegos residence.