New Mexico Statutes Chapter 62. Electric, Gas and Water Utilities § 62-21-6. Regional plans;  joint powers agreement;   regional government

A. Two or more municipalities, two or more counties or one or more municipalities and counties may enter into a joint powers agreement pursuant to the Joint Powers Agreements Act to develop a regional essential services development plan, which may consist of existing local plans.  The parties to the agreement shall be deemed a regional government for the purposes of the Essential Services Development Act.

B. The joint powers agreement shall provide for appointment of a project manager who shall be responsible for the management of projects and money from public support.  The agreement may provide for a regional body consisting of representatives from the governing bodies of each local government that is a party to the agreement and may determine the powers and duties of that body in implementing the regional government's plan and providing public support for essential services projects.