On all resolutions and orders, the roll shall be called, and the ayes and noes shall be recorded. All resolutions and orders, as soon as may be after their passage, shall be recorded in a book kept for that purpose and be authenticated by the signature of the presiding officer of the board and the secretary. Every legislative act of the board of a general or permanent nature shall be by resolution. The book of resolutions and orders is a public record. A record shall also be made of all other proceedings of the board, minutes of all meetings, certificates, contracts, bonds given by officers, employees, and any other agents of the authority, and all corporate acts, which record is also a public record. The treasurer shall keep strict and accurate accounts of all moneys received by and disbursed for and on behalf of the authority, in a permanent record, which is also a public record. Any permanent record of the authority shall be open for inspection by any qualified elector thereof, by any other interested person, or by any representative of the federal government or any public body. All records are subject to audit as provided by law for political subdivisions.

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Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 72-16-15

  • Presiding officer: A majority-party Senator who presides over the Senate and is charged with maintaining order and decorum, recognizing Members to speak, and interpreting the Senate's rules, practices and precedents.