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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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El Paseo & S. Solano MRA Feedback
The City of Las Cruces is working on a plan to reimagine and revitalize the neighborhoods around El Paseo and…
Hiking and Walking Events in April , May
The Parks and Recreation Department will host weekly hiking and walking events in April and May. Hiking Trails in the…
2025 Movies Series
The City of Las Cruces Parks and Recreation Department will host its 2025 Movie Series beginning Saturday, June 14, 2025.…
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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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Road & Traffic Updates
Road Closures for Street Maintenance – Beginning May 29, 2025
Las Cruces motorists are advised that Andale Construction under contract with the City of Las Cruces, will be doing street maintenance work for eight (8) working days starting on Thursday May 29, 2025. The scheduled road for maintenance will be closed for 24 hours after the road is treated. Weather…
Elder St. Shoulder Work | May 28 – June 6, 2025
Las Cruces Motorists will experience shoulder work on Elder St. between Ash Ave. and Ebony Ave. starting May 28, 2025, to June 6th. ARE Telecommunications LLC will be installing underground infrastructure for Vexus/Metronet. The shoulder work will not affect the RoadRUNNER Transit. This work is being done in Council District…
Water Outage on Cortez Drive – May 28, 2025
Residents and businesses near Cortez Drive will experience a water outage from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Wednesday May 28, 2025. The areas that may be impacted are listed below. – Intersection of Cortez Drive and Porter Drive – Intersection of Rising Sun Drive and Cortez Drive The water outage…
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2025 Music in the Park Series
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The City of Las Cruces Parks and Recreation Department announces the 2025 Music in the Park free concert series. The series kicks off at 7 p.m. Sunday, May 25, at Plaza de Las Cruces, 100 N. Main Street, with the Mayor’s Jazz Fest. The festival…
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Playground and Parking Lot Improvements Scheduled at Valley View Park
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News Releases, Parks and Recreation
The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department will begin installation of new playground equipment and parking lot improvements at Valley View Park, 750 S. Espina Street, on Friday, May 23, 2025. The project is expected to last six to eight weeks, with completion…
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East Mesa Bataan Memorial Pool Opening Delayed
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News Releases, Parks and Recreation
The East Mesa Bataan Memorial Pool, located at 6141 Reynolds Drive, will not open as planned for Memorial Day weekend due to necessary repairs. City staff are working diligently with contractors to complete the repairs and ensure the pool can safely reopen later this summer.…
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