Regional Planning Workshops and Training

Water Workshop Image2022 Planning Commissioners Workshop

This workshop focused on the important relationship between water and land use planning. Presenters informed participants on how they can prepare for the increasing scarcity of water in New Mexico. 

The workshop was comprised of the following presentations:

  • Integrated Water and Land Use Planning in Castle Rock, CO by Mark Marlowe, Director of Castle Rock Water
  • "How High’s the Water, Momma?" - Legal Requirements for Water Resources in Cannabis Production by Dan McGregor, Natural Resources Manager, Bernalillo County
  • MRGCD Property History & Development Review by Alicia Lopez, Engineering & Mapping Manager, MRGCD

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Cannabis Workshop Image2021 Planning Commissioners Workshop

This workshop focused on how the legalization of cannabis can impact a community's land use and zoning policies. The workshop included an overview and panel discussion by:

  • Larry Horan, General Counsel MRCOG
  • Representative Javier Martinez
  • Linda Trujillo Superintendent of Regulation and Licensing Division

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