HOBBS, NEW MEXICO MUNICIPAL CODE

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A Codification of the General Ordinances of
Hobbs, New Mexico

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Republished by Municipal Code Corporation
June 2009

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PREFACE

The Hobbs, New Mexico Municipal Code, originally published by Matthew Bender & Company, has been kept current by regular supplementation by Municipal Code Corporation, its successor in interest.

During original codification, the ordinances were compiled, edited and indexed by the editorial staff of Matthew Bender & Company under the direction of David Hooten, Emergency Management and Jan Fletcher, City Clerk.

The Code is organized by subject matter under an expandable three-factor decimal numbering system which is designed to facilitate supplementation without disturbing the numbering of existing provisions. Each section number designates, in sequence, the numbers of the Title, chapter, and section. Thus, Section 2.12.040 is Section .040, located in Chapter 2.12 of Title 2. In most instances, sections are numbered by tens (.010, .020, .030, etc.), leaving nine vacant positions between original sections to accommodate future provisions. Similarly, chapters and titles are numbered to provide for internal expansion.

In parentheses following each section is a legislative history identifying the specific sources for the provisions of that section. This legislative history is complemented by an ordinance disposition table, following the text of the Code, listing by number all ordinances, their subjects, and where they appear in the codification; and beginning with the 2009 Republication, legislation can be tracked using the "Code Comparative Table and Disposition List."

A subject-matter index, with complete cross-referencing, locates specific code provisions by individual section numbers.

This supplement brings the Code up to date through Ordinance No. 1120 , adopted December 3, 2018.

Municipal Code Corporation
1700 Capital Circle SW
Tallahassee, FL 32310 800-262-2633

HOW TO USE YOUR CODE

This Code is organized to make the laws of the city as accessible as possible to city officials, city employees and private citizens. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with some of the important elements of this Code.

Numbering System.

The numbering system is the backbone of a Code of Ordinances; Municipal Code Corporation uses a unique and versatile numbering structure that allows for easy expansion and amendment of this Code. It is based on three tiers, beginning with title, then chapter, and ending with section. Each part is represented in the code section number. For example, Section 2.04.010 is Section .010, in Chapter 2.04 of Title 2.

Title.

A title is a broad category under which ordinances on a related subject are compiled. This Code contains about 15 to 20 titles. For example, the first title is Title 1, General Provisions, which may contain ordinances about the general penalty, Code adoption and definitions. The titles in this Code are separated by tabbed divider pages for quick reference. Some titles are reserved for later use.

Chapter.

Chapters deal with more specific subjects, and are often derived from one ordinance. All of the chapters on a related subject are grouped in one title. The chapters are numbered so that new chapters which should logically be placed near certain existing chapters can be added at a later time without renumbering existing material. For example, Chapter 2.06, City Manager, can be added between 2.04, City Council, and Chapter 2.08, City Attorney.

Section.

Each section of the code contains substantive ordinance material. The sections are numbered by "tens" to allow for expansion of the Code without renumbering.

Tables of Contents.

There are many tables of contents in this Code to assist in locating specific information. At the beginning of the Code is the main table of contents listing each title. In addition, each title and chapter has its own table of contents listing the chapters and sections, respectively.

Ordinance History Note.

At the end of each Code section, you will find an "ordinance history note," which lists the underlying ordinances for that section. The ordinances are listed by number, section (if applicable) and year. (Example: (Ord. 272 § 1, 1992).)

Beginning with the 2009 Republication, a secondary ordinance history note will be appended to affected sections. Ordinance history notes will be amended with the most recent ordinance added to the end. These history notes can be cross referenced to the Code Comparative Table and Disposition List appearing at the back of the volume preceding the index.

Statutory References.

The statutory references direct the code user to those portions of the state statutes that are applicable to the laws of the municipality. As the statutes are revised, these references will be updated.

Cross-Reference Table.

When a code is based on an earlier codification, the cross-reference table will help users find older or "prior" code references in the new code. The cross-reference table is located near the end of the code, under the tabbed divider "Tables." This table lists the prior code section in the column labeled "Prior Code Section" and the new code section in the column labeled "Herein."

Beginning with the 2009 Republication, this table will no longer be updated.

Ordinance List and Disposition Table.

To find a specific ordinance in the Code, turn to the section called "Tables" for the Ordinance List and Disposition Table. This very useful table tells you the status of every ordinance reviewed for inclusion in the Code. The table is organized by ordinance number and provides a brief description and the disposition of the ordinance. If the ordinance is codified, the chapter (or chapters) will be indicated. (Example: (2.04, 6.12, 9.04).) If the ordinance is of a temporary nature or deals with subjects not normally codified, such as budgets, taxes, annexations or rezones, the disposition will be "(Special)." If the ordinance is for some reason omitted from the Code, usually at the direction of the municipality, the disposition will be "(Not codified)." Other dispositions sometimes used are "(Tabled)," "(Pending)," "(Number Not Used)" or "(Missing)."

Beginning with the 2009 Republication, this table will be replaced with the "Code Comparative Table and Disposition List."

Code Comparative Table and Disposition List.

Beginning with the 2009 Republication, a Code Comparative Table and Disposition List has been added for use in tracking legislative history. Located in the back of this volume, this table is a chronological listing of each ordinance considered for codification. The Code Comparative Table and Disposition List specifies the ordinance number, adoption date, description of the ordinance and the disposition within the Code of each ordinance. By use of the Code Comparative Table and Disposition List, the reader can locate any section of the Code as supplemented, and any subsequent ordinance included herein.

Index.

If you are not certain where to look for a particular subject in this code, start with the index. This is an alphabetical multi-tier subject index which uses section numbers as the reference, and cross-references where necessary. Look for the main heading of the subject you need, then the appropriate subheadings:

BUSINESS LICENSE

See also BUSINESS TAX
Fee 5.04.030
Required when 5.04.010

The index will be updated as necessary when the code text is amended.

Instruction Sheet.

Each supplement to the new code will be accompanied by an Instruction Sheet. This guide will tell the code user the date of the most recent supplement and the last ordinance contained in that supplement. It will then list the pages that must be pulled from the code and the new pages that must be inserted. Following these instructions carefully will assure that the code is kept accurate and current. Removed pages should be kept for future reference.

Electronic Submission.

In the interests of accuracy and speed, we encourage you to submit your ordinances electronically if at all possible. We can accept most any file format, including Word, WordPerfect or text files. If you have a choice, we prefer Word, any version. You can send files to us as an e-mail attachment, by FTP, on a diskette or CD-ROM. Electronic files enable us not only to get you your code more quickly but also ensure that it is error-free. Our e-mail address is: [e-mail].

For hard copy, send two copies of all ordinances passed to:

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CITY COMMISSIONERS OF THE CITY OF HOBBS

1950

Ned C. Butler*—Mayor
W. R. Hollis
Earl E. Pennington
Ed Laughlin
Walter T. Linam**
J. T. Sayers

*Resigned October 2, 1950
**Appointed Nov. 20, 1950

1951

J. T. Sayers—Mayor
W. R. Hollis
Earl E. Pennington
Ed Laughlin
Walter T. Linam

1952

W. R. Hollis—Mayor
J. T. Sayers
Earl E. Pennington
Ed Laughlin
Walter T. Linam

1953

Earl E. Pennington—Mayor
Ed Laughlin
Walter T. Linam
W. R. Hollis
J. T. Sayers

1954

Walter T. Linam—Mayor
W. R. Hollis
J. T. Sayers
Earl E. Pennington
Ed Laughlin

1955

Ed Laughlin—Mayor
Walter T. Linam
W. R. Hollis
J. T. Sayers
Earl E. Pennington

1956

J. T. Sayers—Mayor
Mrs. A. A. Kemnitz
W. R. Hollis
Ed Laughlin
Walter T. Linam

1957

W. R. Hollis—Mayor
Mrs. A. A. Kemnitz
Ed Laughlin
Walter T. Linam
J. T. Sayers

1958

Mrs. A. A. Kemnitz—Mayor
Walter T. Linam
Ed Laughlin
W. R. Hollis
W. W. Yoakum

1959

Ed Laughlin—Mayor
Walter T. Linam
Mrs. A. A. Kemnitz
W. R. Hollis
W. W. Yoakum

1960

W. W. Yoakum—Mayor
Mrs. A. A. Kemnitz
W. R. Hollis
Walter T. Linam
Ed Laughlin

1961

Walter T. Linam—Mayor
Mrs. A. A. Kemnitz
Ed Laughlin
W. R. Hollis*
W. W. Yoakum
Randall F. Montgomery**

*Resigned May 6, 1961
**Appointed May 24, 1961

1962

Mrs. A. A. Kemnitz—Mayor
Ed Laughlin
Walter T. Linam
O. H. Gibbs
Randall F. Montgomery

1963

Ed Laughlin—Mayor
Walter T. Linam
Mrs. A. A. Kemnitz
O. H. Gibbs
Randall F. Montgomery

1964

Randall F. Montgomery—Mayor
O. H. Gibbs
Mrs. A. A. Kemnitz
Walter T. Linam
Burl Ray

1965

O. H. Gibbs—Mayor
Mrs. A. A. Kemnitz*
Walter T. Linam
Randall F. Montgomery
Burl Ray
Arvin D. Eady**

*Died December 10, 1965
**Appointed January 3, 1966

1966

Walter T. Linam—Mayor
Arvin D. Eady
Eugene F. Motter
Burl Ray
W. Bert Wayt

1967

Burl Ray—Mayor
Eugene F. Motter
W. Bert Wayt
Arvin D. Eady
Walter T. Linam
Leroy Wise**

**Appointed September 7, 1967

1968

Arvin D. Eady—Mayor
Burl Ray
W. Bert Wayt
Charles A. Robinson, Jr.
Jack Moody

1969

W. Bert Wayt—Mayor
Arvin D. Eady
Charles A. Robinson, Jr.
Burl Ray
Jack Moody

1970

Jack Moody—Mayor
William D. Rash
A. D. Eady
Burl Ray
Gary D. Reagan

1971

Jack Moody—Mayor
Gary D. Reagan
Burl Ray
A. D. Eady
William D. Rash

1972

Gary D. Reagan—Mayor
William D. Rash
Nolan H. Brunson
Max A. Clampitt
John J. Fletcher, Jr.

1973

William D. Rash—Mayor
Nolan H. Brunson
Max A. Clampitt
John J. Fletcher, Jr.
Gary D. Reagan

1974

Max A. Clampitt—Mayor
Nolan H. Brunson
John J. Fletcher, Jr.
Gary D. Reagan
Julio Mireles

1974 - 1975

Nolan H. Brunson—Mayor
John J. Fletcher, Jr.
Gary D. Reagan
Julio Mireles
Max A. Clampitt

1975 - 1976

John J. Fletcher, Jr.—Mayor
Gary D. Reagan
Julio Mireles
Max A. Clampitt
Nolan H. Brunson

March 1976 - February 1977

Julio Mireles—Mayor
John J. Fletcher, Jr.
Gary D. Reagan
Max A. Clampitt
Bill Waldrop

February 1977 - November 1977

Gary D. Reagan—Mayor
John J. Fletcher, Jr.
Julio Mireles
Max A. Clampitt
Bill Waldrop

November 1977 - March 1978

Max A. Clampitt—Mayor
Bill Waldrop
John J. Fletcher, Jr.
Gary D. Reagan
Julio Mireles

March 1978 - August 1978

Max A. Clampitt—Mayor
John J. Fletcher, Jr.
V. H. Westbrook
Michael T. Collins
Bill Waldrop

August 1978 - June 1979

Bill Waldrop—Mayor
John J. Fletcher, Jr.
Michael T. Collins
V. H. Westbrook
Max A. Clampitt

June 1979 - March 1980

John J. Fletcher, Jr.—Mayor
Michael T. Collins
V. H. Westbrook
Max A. Clampitt
Bill Waldrop

March 1980 - December 1980

Michael T. Collins—Mayor
V. H. Westbrook
Max A. Clampitt
Bill Waldrop
John J. Fletcher, Jr.

December 1980 - September 1981

V. H. Westbrook—Mayor
Max A. Clampitt
Bill Waldrop
John J. Fletcher, Jr.
Michael T. Collins

September 1981 - June 1982

Max A. Clampitt—Mayor
Bill Waldrop
John J. Fletcher, Jr.
Roy J. Showalter
V. H. Westbrook

June 1982 - March 1983

Bill Waldrop—Mayor
John J. Fletcher, Jr.
Roy J. Showalter
V. H. Westbrook
Max A. Clampitt

March 1983 - December 1983

John J. Fletcher, Jr.—Mayor
V. H. Westbrook
Roy J. Showalter
Max A. Clampitt
Bill Waldrop

December 1983 - March 1984

V. H. Westbrook—Mayor
Roy J. Showalter
John J. Fletcher, Jr.
Max A. Clampitt
Bill Waldrop

March 1984 - August 1984

V. H. Westbrook—Mayor
Roy J. Showalter
John J. Fletcher, Jr.
Max A. Clampitt
JoAnn Martin

September 1984 - June 1985

Roy J. Showalter—Mayor
Max A. Clampitt
John J. Fletcher, Jr.
JoAnn Martin
V. H. Westbrook*

*Resigned December 17, 1984

July 1985 - March 1986

Max A. Clampitt—Mayor
JoAnn Martin
Roy J. Showalter
John J. Fletcher, Jr.
Vernon H. Smith*

*Appointed September 3, 1985

March 1986 - December 1986

JoAnn Martin—Mayor
Vernon H. Smith
Joe P. Loving
Zeak L. Williams, Jr.
Max A. Clampitt

December 1986 - September 1987

Vernon H. Smith—Mayor
Joe P. Loving
Zeak L. Williams, Jr.
Max A. Clampitt
JoAnn Martin

September 1987 - June 1988

Joe P. Loving—Mayor
Zeak L. Williams, Jr.
Max A. Clampitt
JoAnn Martin
Vernon H. Smith

June 1988 - March 1989

Zeak L. Williams, Jr.—Mayor
Max A. Clampitt
JoAnn Martin
Vernon H. Smith
Joe P. Loving

March 1989 - December 1989

Max A. Clampitt—Mayor
JoAnn Martin
Vernon H. Smith
Joe P. Loving
Zeak L. Williams, Jr.

December 1989 - March 1990

JoAnn Martin—Mayor
Vernon H. Smith
Joe P. Loving*
Zeak L. Williams, Jr.
Max A. Clampitt

*Resigned March, 1990

March 1990 - December 1990

Vernon H. Smith—Mayor
Zeak L. Williams, Jr.
Max A. Clampitt
Robert L. Love
Randell L. Owensby*

*Appointed April, 1990

December 1990

Zeak L. Williams, Jr.—Mayor
Max A. Clampitt
Robert L. Love
Randell L. Owensby
Vernon H. Smith

September 1991

Max A. Clampitt—Mayor
Robert L. Love
Randell L. Owensby
Zeak L. Williams, Jr.
Vernon H. Smith

April 1992

Robert L. Love—Mayor
Randell L. Owensby
Zeak L. Williams, Jr.
Vernon H. Smith
Donald E. Bratton

December 1993

Robert L. Love—Mayor
Randell L. Owensby
Zeak L. Williams, Jr.
Vernon H. Smith
Donald E. Bratton

March 1994

Randell L. Owensby—Mayor
Patricia D. Jones

Joseph D. Calderon
Jimmy E. Woodfin
Donald E. Bratton

March 1996

Donald E. Bratton—Mayor
Patricia D. Jones
Joseph D. Calderon
Jimmy E. Woodfin
James E. Murphy

March 1998

Joseph D. Calderón-Mayor
Donald E. Bratton
Joy Knott*
Jimmy E. Woodfin
James E. Murphy
Al Perry**

*Deceased-November 28, 1998
**Appointed-January 7, 1999

March 2000

Jimmy E. Woodfin-Mayor
Gary W. Fonay
Mark E. Bawcum
Hector M. Ramirez
Joseph D. Calderón

Charter Adopted August 1, 2000
Effective April 1, 2001

Robert P. Wallach-Mayor
(elected at large per Charter)

March 2002

Robert P. Wallach-Mayor
Gary W. Fonay
Mark E. Bawcum
Hector M. Ramirez
Joseph D. Calderón
Monty D. Newman
John W. Boyd

March 2004

Monty D. Newman—Mayor
Gary W. Fonay
Ray J. Betzen***
Mark E. Bawcum****
Hector M. Ramirez
Joseph D. Calderon
Monty D. Newman*
Robert R. Wallach**
John W. Boyd

*Resigned as Commissioner - March 4, 2004
**Appointed - April 3, 2004
***Resigned - October 17, 2005
****Appointed - November 3, 2005

March 2006

Monty D. Newman—Mayor
Gary W. Fonay
Albert Hernandez
Hector M. Ramirez
Joseph D. Calderon
Robert R. Wallach
John W. Boyd

March 2008

Gary Don Reagan—Mayor;eol

Hal Brunson
Jonathan Sena
Carl A. Mackey
Joseph D. Calderon
Robert R. Wallach
John W. Boyd

March 2010

Gary Don Reagan—Mayor
Hal Brunson
Jonathan Sena
Carl A. Mackey*
Crystal Mullins**
Joseph D. Calderon
Garry A. Buie
John W. Boyd

*Deceased - December 27, 2010
**Appointed - January 5, 2011

March 2012

Sam D. Cobb—Mayor
Marshall Newman
Jonathan Sena
Crystal Mullins
Joseph D. Calderon
Garry A. Buie
John W. Boyd

March 2013

Sam D. Cobb—Mayor
Marshall Newman
Jonathan Sena
Crystal Mullins
Joseph D. Calderon
Garry A. Buie
John W. Boyd

March 2014

Sam D. Cobb—Mayor
Marshall Newman
Jonathan Sena
Crystal Mullins
Joseph D. Calderon
Garry A. Buie
John W. Boyd

March 2015

Sam D. Cobb—Mayor
Marshall Newman
Jonathan Sena
Crystal Mullins*
Patricia Taylor**
Joseph D. Calderon
Garry A. Buie
John W. Boyd

*Resigned as Commissioner - September 8, 2015
**Appointed - October 1, 2015

March 2016

Sam D. Cobb—Mayor
Marshall Newman

Jonathan Sena***
Cynthia Calderon****
Patricia Taylor
Joseph D. Calderon
Garry A. Buie
John W. Boyd*
Don Gerth**

*Resigned as Commissioner - February 16, 2016
**Appointed March 10, 2016
***Resigned - December 31, 2016
****Appointed - January 4, 2017

CITY MANAGERS

Leslie R. King Acting City Manager January, 1950 to August 10, 1950

John H. Bender City Manager August, 1950 to December, 1952

Neal Harr City Manager March, 1953 to October, 1965

Fred Baker City Manager October, 1965 to October, 1969

Heston Gildon City Manager October, 1969 to May, 1971

Joseph K. Harvey City Manager May, 1971 to July, 1983

Kenneth E. Martin City Manager July, 1983 to December, 1986

Robert M. Gallagher City Manager January, 1987 to March, 1994

Everett (Bo) Thomas, III City Manager March, 1994 to June, 2002

Debi Lee Acting City Manager June, 2002 to February, 2003

Daniel R. Dible City Manager February, 2003 to October, 2007

Eric L. Honeyfield City Manager October, 2007 to June, 2012

Manuel Gomez Acting City Manager July, 2012, to September, 2012

J.J. Murphy City Manager September, 2012 to August, 2017

Manuel Gomez Acting City Manager August, 2017