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Updated New Mexico COVID-19 cases: Now at 208

Updated New Mexico COVID-19 cases: Now at 208

City Council Approves Emergency Declaration Ordinance

At a special meeting this morning, March 27, 2020,  the Las Cruces City Council unanimously approved an emergency declaration ordinance that allows the mayor and City Council to take immediate action in the event of a declared emergency. The acti...

City Council Approves Emergency Declaration Ordinance

At a special meeting this morning, March 27, 2020,  the Las Cruces City Council unanimously approved an emergency declaration ordinance that allows the mayor and City Council to take immediate action in the event of a declared emergency. The acti...

Fish Tape: Funny Name, Smart Technique for Gas Locating

By Cassie McClure and Suzanne Michaels

Published in the Las Cruces Bulletin 3/27/20

On average, LCU responds to more than 8,000 calls every year asking for “locates” of underground utilities. Homeowners and contractors definitely want to...

Gas Program to Conduct Potholing of Utilites This Evening

The City of Las Cruces Gas program will be conducting some potholing of our utilities from 10 p.m. this evening (Friday, March 27) through 6 a.m. Monday morning (March 30) at the intersection of Missouri & Triviz.

Potholing will require partial lane cl...

Gov. Lujan Grisham Orders Self-isolation for Air Travelers to N.M.

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Friday issued an executive order requiring air travelers to New Mexico to self-isolate for at least 14 days to help combat the spread of COVID-19.

Air travelers who fail to voluntarily self-isolate will b...

JIC Notes March 27, 2020

COVID19 Joint Information Center 

March 27, 2020 10:00 a.m.  

1. City of Anthony 

Police chief: had calls related to the public health order, violating. Designated one officer ro&a...

K-12 school closings

New Mexico public education will shift to a learn-at-home model as schools remain closed for the rest of the academic year, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and state education and child care officials announced Friday.

The decision is part of a two-pronged pla...

Special Council Meeting Emergency Management

The City of Las Cruces will stream this morning’s special city council meeting at YouTube.com/clctv20, beginning at 9:30 a.m.

There is one item on the meeting agenda:

COUNCIL BILL NO. 20-029; ORDINANCE NO. 2921: AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE AMENDING THE...

Special Council Meeting Emergency Management

The City of Las Cruces will stream this morning’s special city council meeting at YouTube.com/clctv20, beginning at 9:30 a.m.

There is one item on the meeting agenda:

COUNCIL BILL NO. 20-029; ORDINANCE NO. 2921: AN EMERGENCY ORDINANCE AMENDING THE...

Updated New Mexico COVID-19 cases: Now at 191

New Mexico state health officials on Friday announced 55 additional positive tests for COVID-19.

Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:

• 27 new cases in Bernalillo County
• 1 new case in Cibola County
• 1 new case in Eddy County
• 1 new case i...

Updated New Mexico COVID-19 cases: Now at 191

New Mexico state health officials on Friday announced 55 additional positive tests for COVID-19.

Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:

• 27 new cases in Bernalillo County
• 1 new case in Cibola County
• 1 new case in Eddy County
• 1 new case i...

Zilla the Snapping Turtle LIVE!

Tune in to our Facebook livestream for a whole hour of Zilla the snapping turtle! Watch as he swims, eats, and then swims some more, all from the comfort of your own home. The Curator of Living Collections will be on hand to answer any questions you may h...

All Together NM Fund Announced

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Thursday announced a new fund established by the New Mexico Coalition of Community Foundations to help New Mexico respond to and eventually recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.

The All Together NM Fund will be used to address ...

Gov. Lujan Grisham seeks deployment of Army hospital to N.M.

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has formally requested that the U.S. Defense Department deploy a staffed 248-bed U.S. Army combat support hospital (CSH) to Albuquerque as a proactive measure intended to enhance the state’s treatment capacity.

&ld...

JIC Notes March 26, 2020

COVID19 Joint Information Center 

March 26, 2020 10:00 a.m. 

1. City of Anthony 

Except for police department, the city has been closed since T...

LCU E-bill Changes

Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) customers who receive their bill via email will see a new return email address: e-bills are now coming from operations@postalpros.com. Please be sure to update your trusted/safe contacts list to ensure your e-bill does not end u...

Solid Waste System Restrictions

In an effort to ensure the continued functionality of the Solid Waste System, the following restrictions will be instituted at Solid Waste facilities in Las Cruces and Doña Ana County beginning 12:00 p.m. Noon on Friday, March 27, 2020.

• Amador A...

Solid Waste System Restrictions

In an effort to ensure the continued functionality of the Solid Waste System, the following restrictions will be instituted at Solid Waste facilities in Las Cruces and Doña Ana County beginning 12:00 p.m. Noon on Friday, March 27, 2020.

• Amador A...

Sonoma Ranch Boulevard Lane Closure

Updated New Mexico COVID-19 cases: Now at 136

New Mexico state health officials on Thursday announced 24 additional positive tests for COVID-19.

Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:

Seven new cases in Bernalillo County:

• A female in her 20s
• A female in her 30s
• A male in his 40s
• A m...

Updated New Mexico COVID-19 cases: Now at 136

New Mexico state health officials on Thursday announced 24 additional positive tests for COVID-19.

Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:

Seven new cases in Bernalillo County:

• A female in her 20s
• A female in her 30s
• A male in his 40s
• A m...

Journey Home: Interactive Trivia Game!

You can play "Journey Home" with Education Curator Kayla right from your computer! In this game, created by Indigenous teacher Alisha Merrill, players must overcome trivia challenges about Native American culture to find their way to a certain r...

JIC Notes March 24, 2020

1. City of Anthony 

No update Wednesday.  

2. City of Sunland Park 

Maintaining same conditions; asked for assistance from other agencies on addressing needs of vulnerable populations. Amanda...

New Mexico COVID-19 Update: One Death

The New Mexico Department of Health on Wednesday announced the state’s first death related to COVID-19.

Per the state Department of Health, a male in his late 70s in Eddy County died Sunday, March 22, at Artesia General Hospital.

On March 22, he w...

New Mexico COVID-19 Update: One Death

The New Mexico Department of Health on Wednesday announced the state’s first death related to COVID-19.

Per the state Department of Health, a male in his late 70s in Eddy County died Sunday, March 22, at Artesia General Hospital.

On March 22, he w...

State to use Emergency Alert System for Important Communications

Given the current public health crisis and the need to communicate critical information directly to as many New Mexicans as possible, the state of New Mexico will use an emergency alert system, disseminated from the state’s Emergency Operations ...

State to use Emergency Alert System for Important Communications

Given the current public health crisis and the need to communicate critical information directly to as many New Mexicans as possible, the state of New Mexico will use an emergency alert system, disseminated from the state’s Emergency Operations ...

Updated New Mexico COVID-19 cases: Now at 112

New Mexico state health officials on Monday announced 13 additional positive tests for COVID-19.

Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:

Five new cases in Bernalillo County:

• A male in his 20s
• A female in her 40s
• A male in his 40s
• A female...

Updated New Mexico COVID-19 cases: Now at 112

New Mexico state health officials on Monday announced 13 additional positive tests for COVID-19.

Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:

Five new cases in Bernalillo County:

• A male in his 20s
• A female in her 40s
• A male in his 40s
• A female...

Waste Excavation/Relocation

In recent days, residents in the Paseo de Onate area may have noticed digging and removal of material. This project is related to the long-planned removal of layers of old trash from the City of Las Cruces pre-1965 landfill on the city’s eastsid...

Bring Fitness Inside!

Continuity of Operations for Community Development

The safety and wellbeing of our residents is a top priority for Council and the leadership in Las Cruces. As such and consistent with and in support of direction from Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, who issued a public health emergency in New Mexico, and the...

Continuity of Operations for Community Development

The safety and wellbeing of our residents is a top priority for Council and the leadership in Las Cruces. As such and consistent with and in support of direction from Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, who issued a public health emergency in New Mexico, and the...

COVID-19 JIC Notes 3/24/2020

COVID19 Joint Information Center 

March 24, 2020 10:00 a.m.  

1. City of Anthony 

No report Tuesday.  

2. City of Sunland Park 

Police department&am...

Parks & Recreation Closes All Sections

Consistent with and in support of the latest directive from Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and the New Department of Health, all sections of the City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department are now closed. 

All services, which include medians...

Spruce Avenue Intermittent Lane Closures Begin March 26

As part of the I-25 ITS Project, east and west bound traffic on Spruce Avenue (between Triviz Drive and Telshor Boulevard) will experience intermittent lane closures on Thursday, March 26 and Friday, March 27. The intermittent lane closures will take plac...

Updated New Mexico COVID-19 cases: Now at 100

Updated New Mexico COVID-19 cases: Now at 100SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials on Monday announced 17 additional positive tests for COVID-19.Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:Five new cases in Bern...

Updated New Mexico COVID-19 cases: Now at 100

Updated New Mexico COVID-19 cases: Now at 100SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials on Monday announced 17 additional positive tests for COVID-19.Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:Five new cases in Bern...

Community Development Department Encourages Interactive Video Inspection

The City of Las Cruces Community Development Department has established standard operating procedures for interactive video inspection. In light of COVID-19 the Community Development Department encourages City residents to utilize Interactive Video Inspec...

Community Development Department Encourages Interactive Video Inspection

The City of Las Cruces Community Development Department has established standard operating procedures for interactive video inspection. In light of COVID-19 the Community Development Department encourages City residents to utilize Interactive Video Inspec...

COVID-19 JIC Notes 3/23/2020

COVID19 Joint Information Center 

March 23, 2020 10:30 a.m.  

1. City of Anthony 

 Report from Oscar Dominguez: All business with the Motor Vehicle Department wi...

Kudos to Tony Quintero

To: Tony Quintero, Gas Service Tech

From: Lorenzo Hernandez Jr., Assistant Engineer

A Kudos call out to Tony Quintero with the Gas Department for going above and beyond for the Alameda Estates Reconstruction Project. Thank you, Mr. Quintero for providing go...

Las Cruces Utilities Experiences Recent Rash of Regulator Station Vandalism

The City of Las Cruces Utilities Department has experienced a recent rash of vandalism to its natural gas regulator stations.

In the past week, three regulator stations within the City of Las Cruces’ Natural Gas distribution system have been vand...

New Mexico Governor to Give Public COVID-19 Update

TODAY: Governor, state officials to give public COVID-19 update

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham will be joined by state officials at 3 PM today, Monday, to give a public update on the state’s response to the COVID-19 public healt...

New Mexico Governor to Give Public COVID-19 Update

TODAY: Governor, state officials to give public COVID-19 update

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham will be joined by state officials at 3 PM today, Monday, to give a public update on the state’s response to the COVID-19 public healt...

NM Executive Order FAQs

On March 23, 2020, New Mexico Department of Health Secretary Kathy Kunkel announced a new public health emergency order effective at 8 a.m. Tuesday, March 24, closing all businesses and nonprofit entities except for those deemed essential, and further res...

NM Public Health Emergency Executive Order FAQs

On March 23, 2020, New Mexico Department of Health Secretary Kathy Kunkel announced a new public health emergency order effective at 8 a.m. Tuesday, March 24, closing all businesses and nonprofit entities except for those deemed essential, and further res...

State enacts further restrictions to stop spread, including stay-at-home instruction

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Monday announced additional restrictions to disrupt the spread of the COVID-19 virus in New Mexico and instructed New Mexicans to remain in their homes or places of residence except for outings absolutel...

State enacts further restrictions to stop spread, including stay-at-home instruction

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Monday announced additional restrictions to disrupt the spread of the COVID-19 virus in New Mexico and instructed New Mexicans to remain in their homes or places of residence except for outings absolutel...

State enacts further restrictions to stop spread, including stay-at-home instruction

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Monday announced additional restrictions to disrupt the spread of the COVID-19 virus in New Mexico and instructed New Mexicans to remain in their homes or places of residence except for outings absolutel...

Stay calm, reassuring when talking to kids about COVID-19

Parents are faced with the difficult task of talking to their children about the COVID-19 pandemic, but should remain calm and reassuring in these uncertain times, said Lisa Peterson, a New Mexico State University assistant professor and director of the S...

Eatery Services

Many Las Cruces restaurants are operating within a state health department order that limits restaurants, bars, breweries, eateries, and other foodservice establishments to provide take-out services and home delivery only. Please access the link for a lis...

Eatery Services

Many Las Cruces restaurants are operating within a state health department order that limits restaurants, bars, breweries, eateries, and other foodservice establishments to provide take-out services and home delivery only. Please access the link for a lis...

Updated COVID-19 Cases: Now at 65

SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials on Sunday announced eight additional positive tests for COVID-19. 

Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are: 

Two new cases in Bernalillo County:

• A female ...

Updated COVID-19 Cases: Now at 65

SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials on Sunday announced eight additional positive tests for COVID-19. 

Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are: 

Two new cases in Bernalillo County:

• A female ...

Waste Excavation and Relocation from City of Las Cruces Lohman Property

By Cassie McClure and Suzanne Michaels

Published in Las Cruces Sun-News 3/22/20

This week, Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) began removing layers of old trash from the City of Las Cruces (City) Lohman Property (Pre-1965 Landfill) on the city’s eastside ...

Additional Positive Cases of COVID-19 Announced in New Mexico

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Nora Meyers SackettPress Secretary, 

Office of the Governornora.sackett@state.nm.us

(505) 690-7313March 21, 2020Updated New Mexico COVID-19 cases: Now at 57SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials on Satu...

Additional Positive Cases of COVID-19 Announced in New Mexico

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Nora Meyers SackettPress Secretary, 

Office of the Governornora.sackett@state.nm.us

(505) 690-7313March 21, 2020Updated New Mexico COVID-19 cases: Now at 57SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials on Satu...

Boutz Road Shoulder Work Begins March 23

Boutz Road between Valley Drive and South Main Street will have shoulder work beginning Monday, March 23 for utility installations, and the work may last approximately five working days.

For the public’s convenience, crews will work only from 7 a...

COVID19 Joint Information Center March 20, 2020

1. City of Anthony 

No operational changes.   

2. City of Sunland Park 

Two city employees are out sick, so efforts are underway to ramp up cleaning and disinfecting all operations for&nb...

Great Community Partners and Local Stores Offering Special Hours to Accommodate Seniors and Those M

NEW MEXICO- New Mexico’s Aging and Long Term Services Department (ALTSD) leadership acknowledged the wonderful community partners throughout the state who have stepped up to assist our senior and vulnerable populations during the COVID-19 pandem...

It’s a Toilet, Not a Trash Can, Don’t Flush Paper Towels or Wipes

Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) is urging customers to stop flushing paper towels and disinfectant wipes down the toilet. The items clog drains, back up sewers, and cause issues at sewage treatment plants. Toilet paper is in short supply in some areas due to h...

It’s a Toilet, Not a Trash Can, Don’t Flush Paper Towels or Wipes

Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) is urging customers to stop flushing paper towels and disinfectant wipes down the toilet. The items clog drains, back up sewers, and cause issues at sewage treatment plants. Toilet paper is in short supply in some areas due to h...

New Mexico extends income and payroll tax deadlines

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and Taxation and Revenue Department Secretary Stephanie Schardin Clarke announced Friday that New Mexicans will have an extra 90 days to file and pay their 2019 personal income taxes in recognition of the economic hardships man...

New Mexico extends income and payroll tax deadlines

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and Taxation and Revenue Department Secretary Stephanie Schardin Clarke announced Friday that New Mexicans will have an extra 90 days to file and pay their 2019 personal income taxes in recognition of the economic hardships man...

NMSU economist addresses economic impact of COVID-19

DATE: 03/20/2020WRITER: Carlos Andres Lopez, 575-646-1955, carlopez@nmsu.eduCONTACT: Christopher Erickson, chrerick@nmsu.edu

As the new virus that causes COVID-19 continues to sow economic chaos across the world, longtime New Mexico State University econom...

NMSU economist addresses economic impact of COVID-19

DATE: 03/20/2020WRITER: Carlos Andres Lopez, 575-646-1955, carlopez@nmsu.eduCONTACT: Christopher Erickson, chrerick@nmsu.edu

As the new virus that causes COVID-19 continues to sow economic chaos across the world, longtime New Mexico State University econom...

NMSU Extension agents offer tips for stocking up during COVID-19 pandemic

A specialist with the New Mexico State University Extension Family and Consumer Sciences is offering useful tips on how to properly plan for self-isolation during the COVID-19 global pandemic.Sonja Koukel, Family Health and Wellness specialist for the NMS...

ROADRUNNER TRANSIT TO REDUCE SERVICE HOURS EFFECTIVE MONDAY, MARCH 23

In our continued efforts to limit large public gatherings and in response to a reduction in bus operators, the City of Las Cruces RoadRUNNER Transit and Dial-a-Ride will begin running on a reduced weekday service schedule starting, Monday March 23, and wi...

ROADRUNNER TRANSIT TO REDUCE SERVICE HOURS EFFECTIVE MONDAY, MARCH 23

In our continued efforts to limit large public gatherings and in response to a reduction in bus operators, the City of Las Cruces RoadRUNNER Transit and Dial-a-Ride will begin running on a reduced weekday service schedule starting, Monday March 23, and wi...

Spruce Avenue Lane Closure Notice for March 23

Spruce Avenue from Solano Drive to Walnut Street will experience an eastbound right-lane closure starting March 23 as communication infrastructure improvements will be worked on. It is estimated that this phase of the work will take one to two weeks to co...

State Medicaid Program and Superintendent of Insurance issue new requirements to promote telemedicin

SANTA FE – New Mexico’s Medicaid Program is now requiring managed care organizations to reimburse doctors, behavioral health providers and other health care professionals for telephone and video patient visits until the end of the COVI...

Statement from Mayor Miyagishima on 1st COVID-19 Case in Dona Ana County

A Dona Ana County resident, a male in his 20s, has tested positive for COVID-19 according to information provided by the governor’s office. This is the first reported case to date in this area.

The following is a statement from Mayor Ken Miyagish...

Statement from Mayor Miyagishima on 1st COVID-19 Case in Dona Ana County

A Dona Ana County resident, a male in his 20s, has tested positive for COVID-19 according to information provided by the governor’s office. This is the first reported case to date in this area.

The following is a statement from Mayor Ken Miyagish...

Three Las Cruces COVID-19 Screenings (Saturday - Monday)

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH)’s reports three COVID-19 screenings will be available over the next three days at the following locations:  

Saturday, March 21st &n...

Three Las Cruces COVID-19 Screenings (Saturday - Monday)

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH)’s reports three COVID-19 screenings will be available over the next three days at the following locations:  

Saturday, March 21st &n...

Updated New Mexico COVID-19 cases: Now at 43

SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials on Friday announced eight additional positive tests for COVID-19.

Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:

• A female in Bernalillo County in her teens
• Two males in Bernalillo County ...

Canceled: Three Lush & Lean Workshops and Children’s Water Festival

Due to the abundance of caution and in keeping with state requirements with COVID-19, Las Cruces Utilities Water Conservation Program will be cancelling three Lush and Lean Workshops that were to be held at the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, which is c...

City Provides Continuous Televised COVID-19 Coverage

The City of Las Cruces is dedicating its government access channel, CLC TV, Comcast channel 20, to information about COVID-19 as it impacts the Las Cruces area.

The programming consists of information from the governor’s office, New Mexico, Depar...

COVID-19 Joint Information Center as of March 19, 2020

COVID-19 Testing in Las Cruces

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH)’s Public Health Division will be providing drive-thru COVID-19 coronavirus screening at the following two locations in Las Cruces:

Friday, March 20^th

Las Cruces Public Health Office ...

COVID-19 Testing in Las Cruces

The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH)’s Public Health Division will be providing COVID-19 coronavirus testing Friday, March 20^th in Las Cruces, NM with time and location to be announced today, March 19^th.

 Priority testing will be ...

COVID-19 Testing in Las Cruces

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH)’s Public Health Division will be providing drive-thru COVID-19 coronavirus screening at the following two locations in Las Cruces:

Friday, March 20^th

Las Cruces Public Health Office ...

COVID-19 Testing in Las Cruces

The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH)’s Public Health Division will be providing COVID-19 coronavirus testing Friday, March 20^th in Las Cruces, NM with time and location to be announced today, March 19^th.

 Priority testing will be ...

Department of Health providing COVID-19 testing in Las Cruces

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH)’s Public Health Division will be providing COVID-19 coronavirus testing Friday, March 20^th in Las Cruces, NM with time and location to be announced tomorrow, March 19^th.

Priority te...

NEW MEXICO SMALL BUSINESS RECOVERY: TAKE AND EXPAND YOUR BUSINESS ONLINE

Albuquerque, NM, March 18, 2020– The University of New Mexico’s Innovation Academy and STC.UNM are offering a special course to help New Mexico business at this critical time for our state’s economic recovery.

During this time...

NEW MEXICO SMALL BUSINESS RECOVERY: TAKE AND EXPAND YOUR BUSINESS ONLINE

Albuquerque, NM, March 18, 2020– The University of New Mexico’s Innovation Academy and STC.UNM are offering a special course to help New Mexico business at this critical time for our state’s economic recovery.

During this time...

New Mexico to order additional closures to limit spread of COVID-19

SANTA FE – New Mexico Health Secretary Kathy Kunkel will strengthen her previously issued public health order to include additional mandatory closures and guidelines to stem the spread of COVID-19 in New Mexico.

The new public health emergency or...

New public health order in effect

SANTA FE – The public health order issued March 19 by Department of Health Secretary Kathy Kunkel temporarily strengthens earlier orders to include additional mandatory closures and guidelines to limit the spread of COVID-19 disease.

The order en...

Public Health Emergency Precautions at MVRDA

In response to the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency, the Mesilla Valley Regional Dispatch Authority (MVRDA) is instituting the following procedures pursuant to guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the New Mexico Department of Health (...

SCAM ALERT: AG Balderas Issues COVID-19 Scam Alert and Safety Advisory to New Mexican Consumers

Santa Fe, NM---Today, Attorney General Hector Balderas issued a consumer safety advisory, warning New Mexican consumers of various scams related to the coronavirus outbreak. This advisory comes in the wake of many reports to the Office of the Attorney Gen...

Update on New Mexico COVID-19 cases: Now at 35

SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials on Wednesday announced seven additional positive tests for COVID-19.

Per the state Department of Health, the most recent cases are:

• Four people in Bernalillo County
• One person in San Miguel County
• Two peo...

Animal Control to Focus Attention on High Priority Calls

Las Cruces Animal Control, part of the Las Cruces Police Department, will maintain operations during the current public health emergency but will focus primary attention to calls deemed high priority.

Calls considered to be high priority for Animal Control...

ASCMV Taking Steps to Decrease Population

Beginning Thursday, March 19, the Animal Services Center of the Mesilla Valley (ASCMV) will implement changes to reduce the number of animals coming into the Center.

Healthy stray animals from the public will not be accepted for impoundment. “Str...

City Closes Recreation Areas to Reduce Group Gathering

Following guidance from Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and the New Mexico Department of Health-related to limiting large public gatherings, the City of Las Cruces has closed certain parks and recreation areas to reduce the number of people who gather.

The fol...

City Closes Recreation Areas to Reduce Group Gathering

Following guidance from Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and the New Mexico Department of Health-related to limiting large public gatherings, the City of Las Cruces has closed certain parks and recreation areas to reduce the number of people who gather.

The fol...

City Expands COVID-19 Alert Center

The City of Las Cruces has expanded the online COVID-19 Alert Center it initiated on March 12, to include a wider range of updated information to help keep residents informed of the latest coronavirus news impacting the Las Cruces area.

Information include...

COVID-19 JIC Notes 3/18/2020

COVID19 Joint Information Center  March 18, 2020   

1. City of Anthony  

No report.   

2. City of Sunland Park  

A few changes today: The Community Economic ...

District 6 Team Up to Clean Up Event Canceled

Consistent with and in support of the direction from Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, who issued a public health emergency in New Mexico, the City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department’s Keep Las Cruces Beautiful (KLCB) is taking preca...

Las Cruces Recognized as Fittest City in New Mexico

The City of Las Cruces is recognized as the fittest city in New Mexico by Insurify. According to the insurance quotes comparison company, Las Cruces was selected for its excellent track record of supporting health and fitness.

Insurify analyzed communities...

Las Cruces Recognized as Fittest City in New Mexico

The City of Las Cruces is recognized as the fittest city in New Mexico by Insurify. According to the insurance quotes comparison company, Las Cruces was selected for its excellent track record of supporting health and fitness.

Insurify analyzed communities...

City Manager Finalists Video Interviews - Revised

In a further effort to limit public gatherings to reduce the spread of illnesses, the Las Cruces City Council will interview the three finalists for city manager tomorrow by video conference.

Interview schedule:

• 10:10 – 11:10 a.m. Veronica Soto, N...

COVID-19 JIC Notes 3/17/2020

COVID19 Joint Information CenterMarch 17, 2020

1. City of Anthony

No report Tuesday.

2. City of Sunland Park

No changes from yesterday – City is still using the two fire stations for quarantine. The library, since it is closed until April 6, will be...

Elks Drive Safety Improvement Measures

The City of Las Cruces will install delineators to emphasize the existing striping on Elks Drive, as part of the City’s continued effort to improve the safety of the traveling public. Las Cruces motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians are advised t...

Las Cruces Drinking Water Safe Amid COVID-19 Concerns

Within the past
few weeks, Las Cruces residents may have found themselves searching localgrocery stores for bottled water. The City of Las Cruces recognizes the
concerns that residents may have during this uncertain time as COVID-19 casesrise, but a...

LCPD to Reduce Station Hours Amid Public Health Emergency

Residents and visitors can be assured the Las Cruces Police Department will have no reduction of officers on patrol – and all state and local laws will continue to be enforced – during the COVID-19 public health emergency.

Out of an abu...

Updated Operational Changes for the City of Las Cruces Effective March 17

Following guidance from Gov. Michelle Lujan
Grisham and the New Mexico Department of Health, related to limiting largepublic gatherings to help reduce the spread of illnesses, the City of Las
Cruces has updated operational changes for City government....

Updated Operational Changes for the City of Las Cruces Effective March 17

Following guidance from Gov. Michelle Lujan
Grisham and the New Mexico Department of Health, related to limiting largepublic gatherings to help reduce the spread of illnesses, the City of Las
Cruces has updated operational changes for City government....

Utility Payments Still Accepted at City Hall and East Mesa Location

While payments are still accepted at City Hall, to help reduce the spread of illnesses through person-to-person contact, customers of Las Cruces Utilities are encouraged to pay their utility bills in one of the ways listed below rather than payin...

Cambios Operacionales en Parques y Recreación

De acuerdo con la dirección de la Gobernadora Michelle Lujan Grisham, quien emitió una emergencia de salud pública en Nuevo México y en apoyo de la dirección, el Departamento de Parques y Recreaci&...

Court Avenue Water Outage on the Evening of March 17

Residents
along Court Avenue, between Armijo Street and Alameda Boulevard, willexperience a water outage between the hours of 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, 2020
and midnight Wednesday, March 18, 2020. Morrow Enterprises will install a waterrepair clamp....

Court Avenue Water Outage on the Evening of March 17

Residents
along Court Avenue, between Armijo Street and Alameda Boulevard, willexperience a water outage between the hours of 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, 2020
and midnight Wednesday, March 18, 2020. Morrow Enterprises will install a waterrepair clamp....

COVID-19 JIC Notes 3/16/2020

COVID19 Joint Information CenterMarch 16, 2020 Updated: 1:37 p.m. 

1. City of Anthony 

As of now, City Council meetings are canceled. The Motor Vehicle Division, City Hall Front Desk and Police Records and has limit...

David Maestas Appointed Interim City Manager

The Las Cruces City Council today, March 16, 2020, unanimously approved the appointment of David Maestas as Interim City Manager. Maestas immediately began his new duties.

The agreement adopted by the Council for Maestas’ appointment is for an in...

Public Attendance at City Council Meetings and Work Sessions

Following guidance from Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and the New Mexico Department of Health-related to limiting large public gatherings, attendance at City Council meetings and the work session are now capped at 50 attendees who are asked to practice soci...

Tránsito RoadRUNNER Elimina Temporalmente las Tarifas

En respuesta a la propagación de COVID-19, también conocido como coronavirus, la ciudad de Las Cruces, el Tránsito RoadRUNNER y Dial-a-Ride está tomando una serie de medidas de precaución.

A partir del...

Cambios Operativos Comenzarán el 16 de marzo para los Programas de Adultos Mayores

De acuerdo y con el apoyo de la dirección de la gobernadora Michelle Lujan Grisham, y el Departamento de Envejecimiento y Servicios a Largo Plazo de Nuevo México, quien emitió una emergencia de salud pública en ...

City Ball Fields Use Suspended

Leagues and associations that commonly use the City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation athletic ball fields are suspending practices, league play, and tournaments until further notice. All involved have agreed that it is in the best interest to suspend ...

City Ball Fields Use Suspended

Leagues and associations that commonly use the City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation athletic ball fields are suspending practices, league play, and tournaments until further notice. All involved have agreed that it is in the best interest to suspend ...

City Continues to Minimize Potential Spread of Illness

The City of Las Cruces is committed to the safety of its residents as presumptive positive cases of COVID-19 arise within the State of New Mexico. While there have been no reported cases of the virus within the City of Las Cruces, staff under direction of...

Inaugural Las Cruces City Fest Postponed

LAS CRUCES, N.M. – Following guidance from Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and the New Mexico Department of Health-related to large gatherings, Visit Las Cruces will postpone the Inaugural Las Cruces City Fest, originally scheduled for Saturday, May...

Joint Information Center Established to Address Countywide Concerns Related to COVID-19

Public Information Officers representing several organizations within Doña Ana County have been assembled within a Joint Information Center (JIC) to address ongoing community concerns as information and updates to the COVID-19, or Coronavirus p...

Las Cruces Convention Center Cancels all Events Until April 9

All events scheduled through at least April 9, 2020 at the Las Cruces Convention Center, 680 E. University Ave., have been canceled to prevent any potential spread of COVID-19.

Those efforts follow guidance from the New Mexico Department of Health, and Gov...

LCPD Postpones Physical Assessments for Cadet Applicants

Due to current circumstances and suggested restrictions on public gatherings, the scheduled Police Cadet Physical Assessments are being postponed until further notice.

The postponement includes the physical assessment scheduled for Saturday, March 14, at L...

Operational Changes to the City’s Senior Programs to Begin March 16

Operational changes to the City of Las Cruces Senior Program will begin Monday, March 16, 2020, until further notice, because of COVID-19.

The changes are consistent with, and in support of, the direction from Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, who issued a publ...

RoadRUNNER Transit Temporarily Eliminates Fares

In response to the spread of COVID-19, also known as the coronavirus, the City of Las Cruces RoadRUNNER Transit and Dial-a-Ride are taking a series of precautionary actions.

Effective Monday, March 16, RoadRUNNER Transit buses and Dial-a-Ride will be fare-...

ROADRUNNER TRANSIT TO OFFER REDUCED FARE

In response to the spread of COVID-19, also known as the coronavirus, the City of Las Cruces RoadRUNNER Transit and Dial-a-Ride are taking the following precautions:

Effective Monday, March 16, RoadRUNNER Transit buses and Dial-a-Ride will be fare...

Thomas Branigan Memorial Library Suspending Programs, Will Remain Open

In alignment with the Health Department’s order to limit gatherings of more 100 persons, the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library will be suspending its public programs effective March 16. Branigan Library will remain open and operational providing ...

USSSA Baseball Bataan Death March NIT Canceled

Consistent with and in support of direction from Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, who issued a public health emergency in New Mexico, our collaborating public agencies, and the notification from White Sands Missile Range’s Public Affairs office of t...

Community Invited to Meet City Manager Finalists

The Las Cruces City Council invites residents to attend a community reception to meet the top two finalists for the city manager position. The event will be Wednesday, March 18, from 5:30 – 7 p.m. at City Hall, 700 N  Main St.

At the rec...

Mesilla Valley MPO to Host Metropolitan Transportation Plan Open House

The Mesilla Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) invites Las Cruces and central Doña Ana County residents to attend their open house meeting for the upcoming Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), Mobility 2045, from 5 p.m. to 6:30 ...

No Known Cases of COVID-19 in Las Cruces City Operations Continue as Normal

As of Wednesday, March 11, 2020 there were no confirmed cases of Coronavirus in Las Cruces and City operations continued as normal. No events had been canceled at that time; however, the City of Las Cruces is taking additional precautions to help mitigate...

No Known Cases of COVID-19 in Las Cruces City Operations Continue as Normal

As of this afternoon, Wednesday, March 11, there are no confirmed cases of coronavirus in Las Cruces and City operations continue as normal. No events will be cancelled at this time; however, the City of Las Cruces is taking additional precautions to help...

Rio Grande Theatre Events Canceled or Postponed Through April

Following guidance from Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and the New Mexico Department of Health, the City of Las Cruces has canceled or postponed events at the Rio Grande Theatre, 211 N. Main St., through the month of April.

The governor on Wednesday issued a ...

Rio Grande Theatre Events Cancelled or Postponed Through April

Following guidance from Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham and the New Mexico Department of Health, the City of Las Cruces has cancelled or postponed events at the Rio Grande Theatre through the month of April.

The governor on Wednesday issued a public health...

Something to Bark About – Dog Park Conceptual Designs

Dog park users and anyone interested in dogs have the opportunity to give input on conceptual designs for the newest dog parks planned for the City of Las Cruces at 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, 2020, in Conference Room 2007-B and C at City Hall, 700 N. Main ...

Studio Art Classes at the Las Cruces Museum of Art

The Las Cruces Museum of Art, 491 N. Main St., is excited to announce that registration is open for Spring 2020 Studio Programs Art Classes. Classes for Session 3 start April 16, 2020, and run through May 23, 2020. Registration ends April 11.

The Studio Pr...

Video Shows Hit-and-Run Vehicle Prior to Crash

Las Cruces police are hoping newly released video and a Las Cruces Crime Stoppers reward of up to $1,000 will generate information that helps identify the driver responsible for Saturday’s hit-and-run crash that injured a 37-year-old woman.

Traff...

City Monitoring Coronavirus

We at the City of Las Cruces are closely monitoring the evolving COVID-19 (Coronavirus) situation. The latest information impacting the Las Cruces area is available here. We encourage you to visit the site often for updates.

 You can prevent the s...

Conceptual Design Options to be Available for East Mesa Public Recreation Complex

Residents will have an opportunity to view the next phase of conceptual design options for the East Mesa Public Recreation Complex (EMPRC) at 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, 2020 in Conference Room 2007-B and C at City Hall, 700 N. Main St.

The new sports comple...

Mesilla Valley MPO to Host Metropolitan Transportation Plan Open House

The Mesilla Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) invites Las Cruces and central Doña Ana County residents to attend their open house meeting for the upcoming Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), Mobility 2045, from 6 p.m. to 6:30 ...

Transfer of a Liquor License - The Lazy Dog Billiards Club

Notice is hereby given that the Las Cruces City Council will hold a Public Hearing to discuss approval or disapproval of a Transfer of Ownership and Change of Location of Inter-Local Dispenser Liquor License No. 2661 with on Premise Consumption Only with ...

Draft HUD Action Plan

The City’s Draft Action Plan 2020 Is open to public review and comment from March 2, 2020, through April 2, 2020.

https://www.las-cruces.org/1344/Community-Improvement

Lateral Transfer Applicants Sought by the Las Cruces Police Department

The Las Cruces Police Department is now accepting applications for lateral transfers – commissioned law enforcement officers who are in good standing with their current agency.

Most LCPD officers started their law enforcement careers with the dep...

Police Step Up Traffic Enforcement on Various Roadways

Las Cruces police have issued more than 500 traffic citations to motorists since January on specific roadways where residents have logged complaints about speeding or erratic driving.

Speed monitoring equipment used by LCPD has verified problems exist on t...

William Studer Jr. Steps Down as Interim City Manager David Maestas will Become Interim City Manager

William “Bill” Studer, Jr. will step down as Interim City Manager for the City of Las Cruces and will be replaced by David Maestas, who has been serving as the City’s Public Works Director.

The changes in City administration b...

William Studer Jr. Steps Down as Interim City Manager David Maestas will Become Interim City Manager

William “Bill” Studer, Jr. has stepped down as Interim City Manager for the City of Las Cruces and will be replaced by David Maestas, who has been serving as the City’s Public Works Director.

The changes in City administration...

From the Ground Up: Las Cruces Utilities Lush and Lean Series

By Cassie McClure and Suzanne Michaels

It was an uncommonly dark morning recently, with a threatening rain in the distance. William Lindemann, a retired science professor with a doctorate degree, stopped by New Mexico State University’s Fabian Ga...

From the Ground Up: Las Cruces Utilities Lush and Lean Series

By Cassie McClure and Suzanne Michaels

Published in the Las Cruces Bulletin 3/6/20

It’s an uncommonly dark morning, with a threatening rain in the distance. William Lindemann, Ph.D. (retired soil science professor) is stopping by New Mexico State ...

Guitarist Adam Hawley to Headline 2020 Mayor’s Jazz Fest

The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department is excited to announce the artists for the 2020 Mayor’s Jazz Fest, which will be at 6 p.m. Sunday, May 24, 2020, at the Plaza de Las Cruces, 100 N. Main St.

Headlining this year’s...

Las Cruces Fire Department Adds Mobile Integrated Healthcare Van

The Las Cruces Fire Department (LCFD) has added to its fleet a Mobile Integrated Healthcare Transport van.

The vehicle will be used by LCFD’s Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) program to transport at-risk City residents in the program to alterna...

Example Headline

Guidelines for Use of UTVs on City Roadways

Las Cruces City Council recently made changes to a municipal ordinance that will soon allow some – but not all – off-highway motor vehicles to be permitted on city roads.

 The new City...

Example Headline

Guidelines for Use of UTVs on City Roadways

Las Cruces City Council recently made changes to a municipal ordinance that will soon allow some – but not all – off-highway motor vehicles to be permitted on city roads.

 The new City...

Example Headline

Guidelines for Use of UTVs on City Roadways

Las Cruces City Council recently made changes to a municipal ordinance that will soon allow some – but not all – off-highway motor vehicles to be permitted on city roads.

 The new City...

Guidelines for Use of UTVs on City Roadways

Las Cruces City Council recently made changes to a municipal ordinance that will soon allow some – but not all – off-highway motor vehicles to be permitted on city roads.

The new City ordinance, which takes effect March 13, will allow s...

Guitarist Adam Hawley to Headline 2020 Mayor’s Jazz Fest

The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department is excited to announce the artists for the 2020 Mayor’s Jazz Fest, which will be at 6 p.m. Sunday, May 24, 2020, at the Plaza de Las Cruces, 100 N. Main St.

Headlining this year’s...

UTVs Allowed

Guidelines for Use of UTVs on City Roadways

Las Cruces City Council recently made changes to a municipal ordinance that will soon allow some – but not all – off-highway motor vehicles to be permitted on city roads.

 The new City...

Spring Break Camp: Luchador! at the Las Cruces Museum System

Discover your inner luchador at Spring Break Camp with the Las Cruces Museum System. The camp will run from 8 a.m. to noon from Monday, March 23, 2020 through Friday, March 27, 2020.

Camps are $40 for students in first through seventh grades, and pre-regis...

Police Schedule Checkpoint, Saturation Patrols for March

Las Cruces police will conduct at least one sobriety checkpoint and three saturation patrols during the month of March.

Sobriety checkpoints and saturation patrols conducted by Las Cruces police are intended to reduce and eliminate the number of motorists ...

Draft HUD Action Plan

The City’s Draft Action Plan 2020 Is open to public review and comment from March 2, 2020, through April 2, 2020.

https://www.las-cruces.org/1344/Community-Improvement

Draft HUD Action Plan

The City’s Draft Action Plan 2020 Is open to public review and comment from March 2, 2020, through April 2, 2020.

https://www.las-cruces.org/1344/Community-Improvement

First Las Cruces Utilities Intern Graduates to Full-Time Position

By Cassie McClure and Suzanne Michaels

In 2017 the Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) Board of Commissioners approved the initiative to establish a new LCU Internship Program, due to the increasing difficulty in hiring and retaining certified operators. The diffic...

First Las Cruces Utilities Intern Graduates to Full-Time Position

By Cassie McClure and Suzanne Michaels

Published in Las Cruces Sun-News 03/01/20

In 2017 the Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) Board of Commissioners approved the initiative to establish a new LCU Internship Program, due to the increasing difficulty in hiring and ...

“Earth Day Every Day” Celebrating 50-Year Anniversary of Earth Day

This April marks the 50^th anniversary of Earth Day and to commemorate the legacy of what is now recognized as the planet’s largest civic event, the City of Las Cruces will declare Earth Day 2020 as not just a day but a month-long celebration cal...

Beautify the Team Up to Clean Up Way!

Get rid of weeds, trash, junk, graffiti, and other debris in your neighborhood the Team Up to Clean Up way!

The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department’s Keep Las Cruces Beautiful (KLCB) will begin the next cycle of Team Up to Clean ...

Beautify the Team Up to Clean Up Way!

Get rid of weeds, trash, junk, graffiti, and other debris in your neighborhood the Team Up to Clean Up way!

The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department’s Keep Las Cruces Beautiful (KLCB) will begin the next cycle of Team Up to Clean ...

Know Yourself as You Know Your Plants! Lush and Lean 2020

By Cassie McClure and Suzanne Michaels

Published in the Las Cruces Bulletin 02/28/20

This might be a great time to walk around gardens in Las Cruces, including the beautiful landscaping at City Hall, to simply observe. Observe and see which plants are doing...

Kudos to Juan Molina

To: Juan Molina with the Gas Department

From: Lorenzo Hernandez Jr, Asst. Engineer 

A Kudos callout to Juan Molina with the Gas Department for going above and beyond for the Alameda Estates Reconstruction Project. Mr. Molina was called out to chang...

Lucha Libre: Stories from The Ring Coming March 6 to Branigan Cultural Center

Come to Branigan Cultural Center, 501 N. Main St., from Friday, March 6, 2020 through Saturday, June 13, 2020 for Lucha Libre: Stories from the Ring, an exhibit that tells the history of lucha libre, its connections to the border region, and the ...

Annual Volunteer Fair and Giving Day Returns

The ninth annual Volunteer Fair and Giving Day returns to the Plaza de Las Cruces from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 25, 2020. Admission is free.

The event will be in conjunction with the Las Cruces Farmers and Crafts Market and will showcase more than ...

Annual Volunteer Fair and Giving Day Returns

The ninth annual Volunteer Fair and Giving Day returns to the Plaza de Las Cruces from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 25, 2020. Admission is free.

The event will be in conjunction with the Las Cruces Farmers and Crafts Market and will showcase more than ...

Natural Gas Supply Helps Las Cruces Customers Save

By Cassie McClure and Suzanne Michaels

Published in the Las Cruces Sun-News 2/23/20

Due to technology advances Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) has seen a steady reduction in the cost of gas that it passes on directly to utility customers. It’s up to Ma...

50th Police Academy

Seize the opportunity to be a part of History.

Join the Las Cruces Police Department.

Now taking applications for its historic 50th Police Academy.

February 18 - April 21.

Apply Here

Applicant Requirements

• 19 Years of Age by Start Date of the Police ...

Las Cruces Utilities Associates Instruct Peers at “Short School”

By Cassie McClure and Suzanne Michaels

It was the 65th year of the New Mexico Water and Wastewater Association (NMWWA) Annual School and this year it came to Hotel Encanto the last week in January 2020.

With vendors and classes galore, utility operators and...

LCU Internship Program

The Las Cruces Utilities Internship Program is a competitive program that awards Internships to students interested in, or currently pursuing, an Associate Degree in Water Technology - leading to a career in water and wastewater operations. Learn more her...

Las Cruces Utilities Associates Instruct Peers at “Short School”

By Cassie McClure and Suzanne Michaels

Published in the Las Cruces Bulletin 2/14/20

It was the 65th year of the New Mexico Water and Wastewater Association (NMWWA) Annual School and this year it came to Hotel Encanto the last week in January 2020. With vend...

Las Cruces Residents Urged to be Cautious of Social Security Scam Calls

Las Cruces residents should be aware of scam telephone calls from impersonators claiming to be with the Social Security Administration. The fraudulent callers have been falsely claiming there is a problem with a person’s Social Security number o...

LUSH AND LEAN 2020: A CLEAR VISION OF GARDENING SUCCESS!

By Cassie McClure and Suzanne Michaels

Published in the Las Cruces Sun-News 2/9/20

Want a lush landscape this year, while keeping your water bill lean? Get ready! Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) is gearing up to host its ever-popular, free-to-attend “L...

Las Cruces Utilities Challenge: Name Our Little Sewer Truck

By Cassie McClure and Suzanne Michaels

Published in the Las Cruces Bulletin 2/7/20

Last spring, Hillrise Elementary students rose to the challenge of naming the Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) water conservation roadrunner sculpture. “Aguacito&rdqu...

Giving Water a Little Boost at the Airport and West Mesa

By Cassie McClure and Suzanne Michaels

Published in the Las Cruces Sun-News 2/2/20

Our sporadic rain showers remind us that water runs to the lowest point in the neighborhood. But what if you need that water to flow back uphill? Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) h...

Persistence Pays Off: A Full Career at Las Cruces Utilities

By Cassie McClure and Suzanne Michaels

Published in the Las Cruces Bulletin 1/31/20 

Before he was the Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) Technical Gas Service Supervisor and the Interim Gas System Operation supervisor, Pete Duran was just simply persisten...

City Manager Search Begins

The national search for a new city manager for the City of Las Cruces has officially begun. Well-qualified candidates may apply electronically to The Novak Consulting Group at thenovakconsultinggroup.com.

The application is accessed by selecting the blue &...

Thomas Branigan Memorial Library Presents “Wolf Hall Book Club”

This March, Hilary Mantel is releasing the long-awaited conclusion to the Booker-Award winning Wolf Hall series. Come to Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, 200 E. Picacho Ave., as we read – and watch – our way through Wolf Hall and Brin...

Free Monthly Movies at Branigan Library

Love movies? Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, 200 E. Picacho Ave., will be showing free movies to the public every month, from recent blockbusters to classic favorites, there’s always something fun to watch at Branigan Library.

At 5 p.m. on the second Wed...

Free Monthly Movies at Branigan Library!

Love movies? Branigan Library, 200 E. Picacho Ave., will be showing free movies to the public every month, from recent blockbusters to classic favorites, there’s always something fun to watch at Branigan Library.

On the 2^nd Wednesday of each mont...

Minimum Wage 2020

Pursuant to Las Cruces Municipal Code (LCMC), the minimum wage in the city limits of Las Cruces has increased from $10.10 per hour to $10.25 per hour on January 1, 2020, which is a 1.5% increase from the 2019 hourly wage. The tipped wage has increased fro...

Minimum Wage 2020

Pursuant to Las Cruces Municipal Code (LCMC), the minimum wage in the city limits of Las Cruces has increased from $10.10 per hour to $10.25 per hour on January 1, 2020, which is a 1.5% increase from the 2019 hourly wage. The tipped wage has increased fro...

Engaging Las Cruces Podcast

Robert talks about the many other programs the City offers for youth including Teen Connections, After School and many more.

Desert Triangle: Print Carpeta

Desert Triangle: Print Carpeta

November 1 - January 4, 2020

Museum of Art

491 N. Main St.

541.2137

Desert Triangle Print Carpeta features serigraphs, relief prints, and lithographs by artists based primarily from El Paso, Albuquerque, and Tucson. In addition, ...

Greetings from Las Cruces: Postcard Views of the Mesilla Valley

Greetings from Las Cruces: Postcard Views of the Mesilla Valley

Exhibition by Leslie Coburn Hudson

October 4 – January 25

Branigan Cultural Center

501 N. Main St. 541.2154

This exhibition highlights the remarkable record of Las Cruces and the surrou...

Preserving Our Stories: The Mesquite Street Historic District

Preserving Our Stories: The Mesquite Street Historic District

July 5 - October 19, 2019 

Learn about the history of the oldest neighborhood in Las Cruces. Enjoy community photographs and stories from the Mesquite Historic District, and share your o...

River Stories

River Stories

Exhibit by Zeke Pena

August 2 – September 21, 2019

Explore narratives of oral history, folklore, and popular culture unique to indigenous and Latinx communities living along the Rio Grande.

Branigan Cultural Center 501 N. Main St. 541....

Voices of Change: LGBTQ Activism

Voices of Change: LGBTQ Activism

September 21 – October 26, 2019

Branigan Cultural Center

501 N. Main St. 541.2154

Parks & Recreation Master Plan is a Commitment to Residents

The City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Master Plan is a commitment to residents and visitors that the City is dedicated to the health and welfare of the community through investment in parks and recreation facilities. The Parks & Recreation Mas...

Get Notified of City News and Stay Informed!

The City of Las Cruces would like to inform you that you can now sign-up for all kinds of City news! Simply click on the link to the Notify Me sign-up page. You'll have numerous options to select, from Community Alerts, the City Manager Report, Parks and ...

Animal of the Month: Big Bend Slider

Animal of the Month July 2019: Big Bend Slider (Trachemys gaigeae) 

Also known as the Mexican Plateau Slider, this species of turtle is endemic to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. This species of turtle is only found in the Rio ...

RoadRUNNER Transit Lower Rates and Longer Hours

RoadRUNNER Transit will be more affordable than ever beginning Saturday, June 1 when the new lower rate for adult and reduced rate day passes goes into effect. Transit users can take same day, unlimited rides anywhere in the city by purchasing a Day Pass ...

Noise Ordinance Input Meeting

The City is asking for public input on changes proposed to the City of Las Cruces Ordinance 1988 that regulates noise throughout the City of Las Cruces. Ordinance 1988, “Noise,” is included in Chapter 19, Offenses and Miscellaneous Pro...

RoadRUNNER Transit Amends Transit Tariff

Customers
of RoadRUNNER Transit will pay less for day passes as one of the benefits thatcome with the approval of the amendment to the RoadRUNNER transit tariff, which
was approved by City Council at the Monday, May 20 City Council meeting. Withthe ...

Personal to Political

There is no singular way to address the conversation of race and representation in contemporary art. Personal to Political: Celebrating the African American Artists of Paulson Fontaine Press presents fourteen artists who capture the personal narratives an...

The Front Porch

Storm Sermay's photographs provide a survey of local front porches, offering a unique glimpse into life and culture in Las Cruces.

May 3, 2019 - July 20, 2019 at Branigan Cultural Center

From the Ground up XXIX Regional Juried Ceramics Exhibition

Museum of Art

August 2, 2019 - July 20, 2019

Ceramic artists living and working throughout the Rocky Mountain region of the United States exhibit utilitarian and sculptural ceramics. From the Ground Up is a biennial exhibition brought to you by the Museum o...

Amending America

Have you ever wondered how the Bill of Rights was created - and how it has been changed? This exhibit illustrates how America came to have the first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution. This exhibition was created by the National Archives and Records A...

Minimum Wage 2019

On January 1, 2019, the minimum wage in Las Cruces became $10.10 per hour and $4.04 for tipped workers. Every employer shall post in a conspicuous place at any workplace or job, or the site where any employee works, a notice published by the City to infor...

Money Ranks Las Cruces the No. 3 Best Place to Go in U.S. in 2019!

Just in time for spring break and summer vacations, MONEY ranks Las Cruces third in the United States as a place to visit in 2019.

Our community’s overall efforts to market Las Cruces as a travel destination are paying off. City government, our partners in...