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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.…
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Friday, July 3 | Begins at 9 p.m. Parade Route: Begins at Apodaca Park, 801 E. Madrid Ave. Travels south…
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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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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 8, 2026
Metronet/Vexus crews are continuing to work on fiber lines in neighborhoods across Las Cruces. Today’s work includes: Majestic Ridge & Arrodhead Rd (underground – hardscape restoration) Divot Ave & Walton Blvd (underground – hardscape restoration) Embassy Dr & Hoagland Rd (underground – hardscape restoration)
Intermittent Lane Closure – N Valley Dr | June 8 – June 12, 2026
As part of the 2025-2026 Crack Seal Project, the following street will experience intermittent lane closures on Monday June 8, 2026, until approximately Friday June 12, 2026. N Valley Drive: From W. Amador Ave. to Avenida de Mesilla. The intermittent lane closure will impact southbound bus stops 3, 4, 5…
Lane Closure – E Lohman Ave | June 9 – June 22, 2026
There will be a lane closure for sidewalk repair in effect Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 4441 E. Lohman Ave., Westbound Lane. The shoulder work will be in effect for the entire duration of the project. This project is expected to be completed on June 22, 2026. The City of…
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LCPD Seeks Youth Prevention, Intervention Coordinator
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The Las Cruces Police Department is looking to hire a Youth Prevention and Intervention Coordinator who will be tasked with developing, coordinating and evaluating efforts to help reduce the number of youths who enter the criminal justice system. The successful candidate will assess existing programs…
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Las Cruces Cooling Stations to be Activated
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With high and potentially triple-digit temperatures forecast in Las Cruces for at least a few days this week, the City of Las Cruces will open cooling stations from Tuesday, June 9, 2026, through Thursday, June 11, 2026, to offer relief for residents seeking to escape…
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City of Las Cruces Releases Strategic Plan Needs Assessment, Launches Next Phase of Community Engagement
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The City of Las Cruces, in partnership with consulting firm Single Space Strategies, today presented the Landscape Analysis and Needs Assessment to Mayor Eric Enriquez and the City Council, marking the first major milestone in the update to the City’s Strategic Plan. This report represents the completion…
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