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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…
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
Intermittent Lane Closures – Valley Dr. | Oct. 26
Intermittent lane closures will be in place at the intersection of Valley Drive and McFie Avenue on Monday, October 26, 2026, between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. H & H Underground will be performing restoration work as part of a wire utility permit. The closures will not affect Roadrunner Transit…
Intermittent Lane Closures – Alameda Blvd | Oct. 26, 2026
On Monday, October 26, 2026, intermittent lane closures will be in place from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Alameda Boulevard between W. Las Cruces Avenue and E. Amador Avenue, as well as on W. Griggs Avenue between S. Reymond Street and S. Water Street. H & H Underground will…
Bataan Memorial West Animal Shelter Parking Lot Closure | Oct. 27 – Oct. 30, 2026
The Bataan Memorial West Animal Shelter parking lot at 3551 Bataan Memorial West will be closed for pavement maintenance beginning Tuesday, October 27, and continuing through Friday, October 30, 2026. The closure is part of the 2025–2026 Crack Seal Project. Motorists are encouraged to use caution near the work area…
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Media Advisory – Apodaca Park Aquatic Playground & Multi-Use Trail Groundbreaking
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A groundbreaking ceremony for the new Apodaca Park Aquatic Playground & Multi-Use Trail will take place at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026, at 801 E. Madrid. Speakers at the groundbreaking ceremony include Mayor Eric Enriquez, District 1 Councilor Cassie McClure and Rep. Angelica Rubio. The…
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City of Las Cruces Receives Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting
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The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) has awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to City of Las Cruces for its annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025. The report was judged by an impartial panel to…
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City Offers Halloween Safety Tips
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CLCTV, News Releases, Public Safety
The Las Cruces police and fire departments are reminding parents to take the necessary steps to make Halloween safe for all involved. Possibly the most important safeguard – especially for parents of young trick-or-treaters – is to make sure their children are chaperoned by a…
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