The Mayor’s Table with Nate Duckett

In this episode of The Mayor’s Table, Mayor Duckett sits down with your city councilors to reflect on the major projects and milestones of 2025 and what’s on the horizon in 2026.
They wrap up the episode with a heartfelt farewell to Councilor Herman Buck, who looks back on his time in office and shares how he plans to continue serving the community through outreach and ministry.
Tune in for a wide-ranging conversation on where we’ve been, where we’re going, and what makes Farmington such a strong and connected community.

Want to make a real impact in your community? Start by stepping outside your comfort zone.
On this episode of The Mayor’s Table, Mayor Duckett is joined by two fellow Leadership San Juan alumni to talk about what this program really is and how it's been shaping the region’s most dedicated community leaders for over three decades.
If you’re passionate about public service, curious about how things work behind the scenes, or are looking to connect with other engaged residents, Leadership San Juan might be the most transformational experience you didn’t know you needed.
Hear personal stories, insights into how the program works, and why alumni say it's been one of the most eye-opening journeys of their lives.

Every cause needs a champion, and Cathryn Abeyta is one of San Juan County’s finest!
It’s our annual Season of Giving episode of The Mayor’s Table, and we’re joined by San Juan United Way Executive Director Cathryn Abeyta to talk about what it really means to give back.
The staff at SJUW is working year-round to connect neighbors to vital services, identify gaps in assistance, and rally partners across sectors to ensure no one falls through the cracks. This is problem-solving at a community level, and it’s making a real difference. 
But there’s one group still flying under the radar, and it’s bigger than you might think. Ever heard of ALICE?
Tune in to find out who or what ALICE is and learn how you can help lift others this holiday season and beyond.

Did you know the local 911 dispatch center handles between 275,000 and 300,000 calls (emergency and non-emergency) every year? 
In this episode of The Mayor’s Table, Mayor Duckett sits down with Nicole Brown, director of the San Juan County Communications Authority, to talk about the vital work of 911 professionals, the challenges they face, and the evolving technology behind emergency response.
The conversation also covers the importance of knowing when to call 911 versus the non-emergency line, how tools like Smart911 and Everbridge can help keep you safer, and why it’s time to recognize our dispatchers as first responders.
Don’t miss this informative and eye-opening conversation!

Zoning plays a bigger role in your daily life than you might realize.
On this episode of The Mayor’s Table, Mayor Duckett is joined by Assistant City Manager Colby Gibson and Principal Planner Joaquin Gonzalez for a deep dive into how zoning works in Farmington, how to navigate zone changes and special use permits, and how the City is working to guide development in a smart, efficient way.
Whether you’re planning a project or just curious about how land use decisions are made, this is an important conversation on growth, housing, transparency, and community input.

In this powerful episode of The Mayor’s Table, Mayor Duckett sits down with the inspiring teens of the UmattR program. 
This peer-led initiative is making a real difference in the lives of students across San Juan County.
These high school seniors are mentors and real-life heroes who younger kids can meet face-to-face, relate to, and look up to.
Through raw, personal stories and shared experiences, the UmattR Team helps elementary and middle school students build resilience, overcome adversity, and make healthy life choices.
They’re cool. They’re courageous. And they’re changing lives!
Watch now, get inspired, and share this episode with someone who needs to see it. 
 

On this special episode of The Mayor’s Table, Mayor Duckett is joined by Marilyn Montoya, vice president of the Tibbetts All Ability Park Foundation, to discuss the future of Boundless Journey Adventure Park.
This all-abilities park, currently under construction at the former Tibbetts Middle School site, is unlike anything else in the Four Corners region. 
Designed for individuals of all ages and abilities, it’s the result of a public-private partnership, generous community support, and a profoundly personal vision to make play and recreation accessible to everyone.
Hear how this 8-acre project began, what it means for our community, and why continued support is needed to bring the next phase to life.

On today’s episode of The Mayor’s Table, Mayor Duckett is on location at San Juan College to highlight the importance of skilled trades.
He and Troy Brown, dean of the School of Trades and Technology, discuss how programs like welding, diesel technology, fire science, and more are preparing students for careers that are essential to the strength and success of our society.
This is a timely conversation about the value of hands-on work, the growing demand for skilled workers, and the career opportunities available right here in Farmington.

What would you do if an emergency struck before help could arrive?
In this episode of The Mayor’s Table, Mayor Duckett visits Fire Station 4 to talk with the Farmington Fire Department about the critical actions residents and businesses can take to be ready for life-threatening emergencies.
Our guests share practical tips, demonstrate life-saving tools like AEDs and tourniquets, and explain how every household and workplace can build a simple, effective first aid kit. 
They also highlight local training opportunities, including Stop the Bleed and CPR courses.
Be confident. Be ready. Be prepared to protect the people you care about most.

This week, Mayor Duckett is joined by Erin Hourihan and Jennifer Gray of Childhaven to spotlight the essential services this longtime Farmington nonprofit provides to children in crisis across the Four Corners.
Childhaven offers a continuum of care that includes emergency shelter, treatment foster care, trauma-informed therapy, forensic interviews, and the life-changing advocacy of CASA volunteers. 
This episode provides an inside look at how these services work together to support vulnerable children and how the community can contribute to this mission.
Tune in to learn more about the impact Childhaven is making and how you can help strengthen their work.