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The City of Crosses

Nestled in the Mesilla Valley against the dramatic backdrop of the Organ Mountains, Las Cruces, New Mexico, blends rich cultural heritage with the beauty of the Chihuahuan Desert. Our sun-kissed city offers a unique blend of Old West charm and modern convenience. Las Cruces also serves as a cultural crossroad with its vibrant farmers’ markets, local wineries, and a thriving arts scene that celebrates the area’s Spanish and Native American legacies.

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Meet The Mayor

Mayor Eric Enriquez is the first new Mayor the City of Las Cruces has had since 2008.

He was elected in November 2023 and began service as Mayor January 1, 2024.

Prior to his role as Mayor, Enriquez served the City of Las Cruces as an Assistant City Manager and Fire Chief before his retirement from the municipality.

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Las Cruces City Council

The City of Las Cruces is a home-rule city governed by its charter and has a council-manager form of government. The City Council is the city’s governing body with the Mayor as its presiding officer.

Council Meets the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month for regular Meetings, and the 2nd and 4th Mondays for Work Sessions.

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Make a Real Difference in Your Community!

Apply to work with us at the City of Las Cruces.

Enjoy benefits including retirement, insurance, and paid holidays & leave.

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Road & Traffic Updates

Shoulder Work Closures – W. May Ave. (Alameda Blvd. to S Church St.) | April 3 – April 11, 2025

As part of wire utility permit the following street will be impacted by shoulder work closures beginning Thursday April 3, 2025, through approximately Friday April 11, 2025.   The street include: • W May Ave: The work will be taking place from Alameda Blvd. to S Church St.This project is…

Shoulder Work Closure – N. Church St. (E. Las Cruces Ave. to W. Bowman Ave.) | April 3 – April 10, 2025

As part of wire utility permit the following streets will be impacted by shoulder work closures beginning Thursday April 3, 2025, through approximately Thursday April 10, 2025.   The streets include: • N Church St: The work will be taking place from E. Las Cruces Ave to W. Bowman Ave.…

Intermittent Road Closures – N. Campo St. & Augustine Ave. | April 1 – April 4, 2025

As part of wire utility permit the following streets will be impacted by intermittent laneclosures beginning Tuesday April 1, 2025, through approximately Friday April 4, 2025.   The streets include: • N Campo St.: The work will begin from E. Picacho Ave. to the intersection of N Campo St. and…
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Water Outage Planned for Bristol Area

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News Releases, Utilities
A water line replacement project will cause a temporary loss of water Thursday for residents along Bristol Avenue and Bristol Court. The temporary loss of water is anticipated between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Thursday, April 3, 2025. Residences near Bristol Avenue and Bristol Court may…
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‘Creative Writers Unite’ April 2 and April 16 at Branigan Library

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Las Cruces Public Libraries invites writers to participate in a new creative writing program, Creative Writers Unite, to be held April 2 and April 16 at Thomas Branigan Memorial Library. The meetings will be held at 6 p.m. the first and third Wednesday of each month.…
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Teen Black Out Poetry

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Library News, News Releases
Las Cruces Public Libraries invites teen residents to participate in our Teen Black Out Poetry event from 3:45 – 5:45 on Monday, April 11, 2025, in the first floor Craft Room of the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library. Come and create your own blackout poem. Use…
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