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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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Minimum Wage Notice for 2027
Pursuant to the Las Cruces Municipal Code (LCMC) the minimum wage will increase for Las Cruces, effective January 1, 2027.…
Apodaca/Lift Up Area MRA Input
The City of Las Cruces Economic Development Department invites residents, businesses, and community members to help shape the future of…
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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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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
Triviz Drive Lane Closure | Nov. 5, 2026
There will be road closure in effect for northbound Triviz Dr. from McClane Rd. to Spruce Ave. The closure will take place on Thursday, November 5, 2026. The project is expected to be completed in one day. Please follow the detour signs and traffic control that will be in place.…
Don Roser Drive and Missouri Avenue Lane Closures | Nov. 4, 2026
The intersection of Don Roser Dr. and Missouri Ave. will have intermittent lane closures on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. Lumen Technologies will be doing maintenance work on their facilities in the vicinity. The work will be on Roadrunner Transit Route 8 but will not affect any bus stops. Access to…
City Hall Parking Lot Pavement Maintenance | Nov. 6, 2026
Las Cruces City Hall front parking lot will be closed for pavement maintenance on Friday November 6, 2026, between the hours of 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. The parking lot will be closed as part of the 2025-2026 Crack Seal Project. Motorists are encouraged to use caution and follow all…
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Neighborhood Leadership Academy 2027
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The City of Las Cruces is inviting residents ages 18 and older to join the 2027 Neighborhood Leadership Academy, a unique, behind-the-scenes experience that will deepen the understanding of how local government serves the community. This 12-week program begins January 13, 2027. Online Registration: Nov. 16 –…
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Former Theater Employee Charged with Felonies
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News Releases, Public Safety
Las Cruces police have arrested the former venue manager of the Rio Grande Theatre who allegedly gave alcohol to a 19-year-old woman and sexually assaulted a 17-year-old girl. Christopher Lininger, 33, was arrested Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026, and is charged with one second-degree felony count…
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Land of the People: Nde benah opens at the Branigan Cultural Center
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Within the Land of the People: Shimba Tainin kau natheure wein – Tierra Sagrada – Ndende bì Ke’ya – Naf’ole atsihem – Nde benah – Ndee Biyááh exhibit at the Branigan Cultural Center, a special changing gallery space allows each Indigenous group to go deeper…
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