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Beginning July 1, 2026. the Small Business Safety Improvement Grant Program is expanding to include the W. Picacho & Motel…
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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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Downtown Master Plan Update
Downtown Las Cruces is evolving, and the City is inviting everyone to help guide its next chapter by participating in…
Short-Term Rental Registration Requirements
The City of Las Cruces has adopted regulations for short-term rentals to support safety, accountability, and neighborhood quality of life.…
Electric Light Parade Information
Friday, July 3 | Begins at 9 p.m. Parade Route: Begins at Apodaca Park, 801 E. Madrid Ave. Travels south…
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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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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Street Updates
Fiber Line Installations – June 25, 2026
Metronet crews are continuing to work on fiber lines in neighborhoods across Las Cruces. Today’s work includes: Howard Place & Camino Coyote (underground – hardscape restoration) Butler Street & Bridger Ave. (underground – hardscape restoration) Camino Del Rex & N. Triviz (underground – hardscape restoration)
East Mesa Public Recreation Complex Baseball Area Concrete Pour | June 24 and 25, 2026
Early morning construction work will take place between 4 and 10 a.m. on Wednesday, June 24 and Thursday, June 25 at 5275 Camino Coyote Lane (East Mesa Public Recreation Complex baseball field). This is a courtesy notice that sounds may be louder at this time due to contractor pouring concrete…
Seventeenth St. Shoulder Work | June 24 – July 8, 2026
Seventeenth St. will have shoulder work between W. Hadley Ave. and 1800 Copper Loop from June 24 to July 8, 2026. A utility contractor will be installing underground infrastructure for CONTERRA Fiber as part of a utility permit. This work will not affect the Roadrunner Transit.
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Electric Light Parade Grand Marshal Named
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CLCTV, News Releases, Parks and Recreation
The City of Las Cruces is proud to announce the selection of Master Sergeant Melissa Gonzales as the Grand Marshal for the upcoming Electric Light Parade on July 3rd. As communities across the nation reflect on 250 years of American history, this honor recognizes not…
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Keep Pets Calm, Safe from Fireworks
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CLCTV, News Releases, Public Safety
The sights and sounds of discharged fireworks can leave dogs, cats and farm animals frightened and overwhelmed during the Independence Day holiday season. Pets and livestock may hide, run away or become stressed when startled by fireworks. Animal shelters across the nation report that pets…
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Fourth of July Celebration Schedule
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CLCTV, News Releases, Parks and Recreation
The City of Las Cruces is proud to celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary with its annual Fourth of July Celebration, a free two-day community event filled with patriotism, entertainment, family fun, and fireworks. The celebration begins Friday, July 3, with the Electric 5K and One-Mile Fun…
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