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Senior Programs

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2026 Legislative Requests and Previous Funded Priorities

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Teen Programs

Check out the various programs we have for teens in Las Cruces!

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Class Sign-Ups

Enhance your skills or learn something new with our diverse range of classes

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Fire Department Recruiting

The Las Cruces Fire Department is looking for courageous and compassionate candidates ready to protect our city. Answer the call to serve in a rewarding and dynamic environment.

Police Department Recruiting

Join the ranks of Las Cruces’ finest. Our Police Department is seeking dedicated individuals committed to safety and community service. Explore a career in law enforcement and make a lasting impact.

Employment Services

Las Cruces Employment Services help to connect job seekers with resources and opportunities to thrive professionally. Let us assist you in finding the perfect role that matches your expertise.

Employment Opportunities

Las Cruces offers a diverse range of employment opportunities suited for various skill sets and career stages. Check out our job listings to find your next opportunity in our city.

Welcome To
The City of Crosses

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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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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Las Cruces City Council

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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Make a Real Difference in Your Community!

Apply to work with us at the City of Las Cruces.

Enjoy benefits including retirement, insurance, and paid holidays & leave.

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Street Updates

Intermittent Lane Closures – University Ave. | Oct. 16, 2026

Westbound commuters on University Avenue between Knox Street and Turrentine Drive will experience intermittent lane closures on Friday, October 16, 2026. H & H Underground will be installing underground utilities in the area. The work will affect bus stop 19 on Roadrunner Transit Route 4, and access to residences and…

Intermittent Lane Closures – Foothills Rd | Oct. 13 – Oct. 16, 2026

Foothills Road between Lohman Avenue and Roadrunner Parkway will have intermittent lane closures beginning Tuesday, October 13, 2026, and continuing through Friday, October 16, 2026. H & H Underground will be installing underground utilities in the area. The work will not affect any Roadrunner Transit routes or bus stops, and…

Engler Road and Sonoma Ranch Boulevard Traffic Control | Oct. 13 – 23, 2026

Engler Rd and Sonoma Ranch Blvd Traffic Control Lane closures and shoulder work will take place at the roundabout at Engler Road and Sonoma Ranch Boulevard. The work will start on October 13, 2026, and is expected to be completed by October 23, 2026. A landscape contractor will be installing…
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Latest News

Firefighters Extinguish Fire at Commercial Building on N. Telshor Boulevard

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CLCTV, News Releases, Public Safety
Las Cruces firefighters extinguished a fire that damaged a commercial structure Tuesday evening on the 2800 block of  N. Telshor Blvd. Just after 6 p.m. Tuesday, October 13, firefighters responded to a commercial building at the intersection of Telshor Blvd/Northrise Drive and Del Rey Boulevard for…
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Great Pumpkin Candy Drop

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CLCTV, News Releases, Parks and Recreation
From high in the sky, a Great Pumpkin will drop free candy! The City of Las Cruces, Friends of the Community and Weaver’s Welding will conduct the Annual Great Pumpkin Candy Drop! The event begins 11 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026, at Maag Field, 1700…
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Fire Damages Home on Cadiz Court

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CLCTV, News Releases, Public Safety
Las Cruces firefighters extinguished a fire on Cadiz Court Tuesday Afternoon. Just after 4 p.m. Tuesday, October 13, firefighters responded to a residential fire on the the 2700 block of Cadiz Court. The initial arriving crew found a single-story home with smoke coming from the front door.…
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