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Have you ever wondered how the City’s traffic lights are controlled; who takes care of the City’s ballfields; or who organizes City Council meetings? Here’s your chance to find answers to these questions! The City of Las Cruces invites residents ages 18 and over to join the 2025 Neighborhood Leadership Academy. This 12-week…

The City of Las Cruces is working on a plan to reimagine and revitalize the neighborhoods around El Paseo and S Solano corridors between Lohman and University Avenues. The project represents a pivotal opportunity to transform these sections of our city into thriving, pedestrian-friendly communities with a renewed focus on…

The City of Las Cruces supports residents in achieving their career goals through accessible workforce development programs. From skills training to job placement, we’re here to help build a strong, resilient workforce for a brighter future. Learn more about the apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs offered in partnership with the City…

The Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place from 6- 8 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024 at the downtown Plaza de Las Cruces.  This event is a wonderful opportunity to bring our community together in the spirit of the season. The evening will feature live performances by Organ Mountain High School…

Stay safe and warm this winter. Schedule your Pilot Relight and Safety Check today. Avoid long wait times and schedule your Pilot Relight before cold weather arrives. For service, call Utilities Customer Service at (575) 541-2111 or by email at [email protected]. (Please note that for emails we may take 1-3 business…

The City of Las Cruces will host a ribbon cutting ceremony for the Keep Las Cruces Beautiful program inside the Triviz/I-25 tunnel to display the mural now complete and ready for public viewing. The ceremony will take place at 4 p.m. on Friday, November 15, 2024. Speakers at the event…

In observance of Veterans Day, most City of Las Cruces offices will be closed Monday, Nov. 11, 2024. However, all emergency services, including police and fire will operate as usual. City offices and facilities closed on Veterans Day include: A Fielder Memorial Safe Haven City Hall Castaneda Service Center (Parks…

The City of Las Cruces will be making changes to our Dog Park Rules. We would like your input. Take Survey

The Las Cruces Veterans Day Parade has been put on by volunteers since 1995 in support of local Veterans. Please come out and help show your support of our Veterans by participating in the parade or coming out to watch on Saturday, November 9, 2024. PARADE DETAILS

Pursuant to the Las Cruces Municipal Code (LCMC) the minimum wage will increase for Las Cruces, effective January 1, 2025.   According to LCMC, the Las Cruces minimum wage will increase to $12.65 per hour and the tipped wage will increase to $5.06 per hour.   History of Las Cruces…

The Lush and Lean program helps residents to make the best use of the limited water resources available by developing and maintaining gardens and landscapes that are also water-wise. The Water Conservation Program hosts a series of workshops on water-wise landscaping, irrigation, gardening, and related topics. The workshops are free…

You’re Invited! Please join us for the groundbreaking ceremony of the Peachtree Canyon Apartments, a 144-unit affordable housing development. Date: October 10, 2024 Time: 10:00 AM Location: Corner of Peachtree Hills and Jornada Road, Las Cruces, NM This exciting project is made possible through a partnership between the New Mexico Housing &…

Pumpkin Palooza is back at the the Frank O’Brien Papen Community Center! Mark your calendars for 4 – 7 p.m. on Saturday, October 5, 2024. For more information on Pumpkin Palooza click this link.

The City of Las Cruces would like to invite all residents that are interested in learning more about the City to our “Know Your City Seminar Series”. It will run until November 13, 2024. Each seminar session takes place from 6 – 8 p.m. on Wednesdays in City Council Chambers…

The Art Bus Shelter art exhibit is looking for artists. Art could be featured at one of six Las Cruces bus shelters. Apply today. Art Stop Public Art Exhibit Applications