Summary
DPU is selling water to support firefighting staged at the airport, and a FEMA procurement rejection on the Jemez Mountain fire protection wire has forced a do-over and temporary overhead power feeds so snowmaking pumps can start in November.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Aug 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
FEMA grant work on undergrounding extends into the 2027 construction season.
Firefighters and the Pajarito Mountain snowmaking operation; ultimately the public.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Board of Public Utilities — August 19, 2026
DPU is selling water to support firefighting staged at the airport, and a FEMA procurement rejection on the Jemez Mountain fire protection wire has forced a do-over and temporary overhead power feeds so snowmaking pumps can start in November.
County Council - Regular Session — June 9, 2026
The county accepted $2.63 million in FEMA funds to underground power lines and add electric service on the ski hill, part of a wildfire-protection project.
County Council - Regular Session — May 19, 2026
The final $3.9 million phase of the fire protection waterline to the ski hill was awarded, adding booster stations and converting a tank to potable water. County crews will do the electrical work in hopes of capturing a $2.6 million FEMA grant.
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