City Commission

Addressing the Commission

The City of Hobbs is interested in hearing concerns and suggestions from residents and businesses. Citizen input on community issues is truly valued and appreciated. Individuals may address members of the City Commission at official meetings, public hearings or at any other time via telephone, email or written communication.

Open Meetings Act

A resolution stating the reasonable notice procedures for the City of Hobbs pursuant to the New Mexico Open Meetings Act

City of Hobbs Open Meetings Act - Resolution No. 7290

Meeting Procedures

The Hobbs City Commission has adopted Rules of Procedure by ordinance for the Mayor and City Commission and for the conduct of its governing body meetings. View a full copy of the Rules of Procedure here.

City Commission Meetings

The regular meetings of the Hobbs City Commission are held on the first and third Mondays of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the City Commission Chamber at City Hall. Any regular meeting that falls on an observed holiday is held at the same time and place on the next business day or as approved by the City Commission.

All meeting agendas are available on the City’s website at least 72-hours prior to the meeting. The regular meetings, special meetings and work sessions are broadcast live on KHBX FM 99.3 Radio and available for viewing via Livesteam. [Live Video Stream and Archives]

Public Comment at City Commission Meetings

Public comment is permitted at City Commission Meetings. Each member of the public wishing to provide public comment shall register to do so by signing the Public Comment Registration Form located in the Commission Chamber prior to commencement of the meeting.

Inspection of Public Records

The New Mexico Inspection of Public Records Act allows the public access to records maintain by local government with certain limitations. View the Notice of Right to Inspect Public Records here. Request forms are available on the City’s website and will be handled in the manner provided by law.