Category: Government
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Apocaca Park in Las Cruces set to experience Intermittent Power Outages
There will be intermittent electrical power outages at Apodaca Park, 801 E. Madrid Ave., from Monday, March 18, 2024, through Wednesday, March 20, 2024.
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County Marks Opening of New Fire Station Serving Southern Region
The southern region of Doña Ana County is now better equipped to handle emergencies with the official opening of the new Fire Station 2 following a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony held on Wednesday, March 13.
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City Land Development Code Update
The City of Las Cruces is updating the City Land Development Code.
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Police Seek to ID Suspects in American Legion Burglary
Crime Stoppers of Las Cruces-Dona Ana County is asking for the public’s help identifying two perpetrators who broke into and burglarized the American Legion Post on Valentine’s Day.
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City Council Work Session Recap
OIR Group presented its independent findings of completed Las Cruces Police Department (LCPD) Internal Affairs complaints from June 2023 to Dec. 31, 2023.
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Aviso de Audiencia Pública para las Regulaciones Propuestas para la Reutilización del Agua del Departamento de Medio Ambiente de Nuevo México, Protección de Aguas Subterráneas y Superficiales
Aviso de Audiencia Pública para las Regulaciones Propuestas para la Reutilización del Agua del Departamento de Medio Ambiente
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Justice Department Sues New Mexico Property Manager for Sexually Harassing Tenants
The Justice Department filed a lawsuit today against Ariel Solis Veleta, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, for sexually harassing female tenants in violation of the Fair Housing Act (FHA).
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Las Cruces City Council Recap
Las Cruces City Council has adopted an Ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of $6 million of City of Las Cruces Taxable General Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 2024.
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NMSU, DACC faculty members appointed to EPA committees
Christopher Brown, Jagdish Khubchandani and Becky Corran. Environmental Advisors
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Temporary Pool-Lane Change at the Las Cruces Natatorium
Lap lanes at the Las Cruces Natatorium, 1405 E. Hadley Ave., will temporarily be offered in a 25-yard configuration.
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Barbara Bencomo, City CAO, is Among Top Women Chief Administrative Officers in 2024
Barbara Bencomo, Top 50 Women Chief Administrative Officers of 2024.
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Las Cruces City Council to Meet March 4, 2024
Las Cruces City Council will meet at 1 p.m. Monday, March 4, 2024, in Council Chambers at City Hall, 700 N. Main St.
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Mostly Favorable Summary of Local Economy Presented to City Council in Recent Work Session
A mostly favorable summary of Las Cruces’ economy in 2023 was presented to City Council at its work session Monday, Feb. 26, 2024, in Council Chambers at City Hall, 700 N. Main St.
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Las Cruces Police Chief Introduces Six Goals to Help Improve Safety
Las Cruces Police Department Chief Jeremy Story has introduced a summary of changes that can be made to help make Las Cruces a [safer place].
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Las Cruces City Manager Ifo Pili Announces His Resignation
Tōfā soifua, Faaifoaoolelagi “Ifi” Matina Pili (“bowing of clouds in heaven”)
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Memorial Tree and Bench Program
The Memorial Tree and Bench Program is a wonderful way for all to celebrate, honor or memorialize a special individual, group or event. With the purchase of a new tree or park bench, the City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department will work with the donor to assure the planting or installing of a…
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Our Broader Community Takes in almost $1 Million in USDA “Rural Partnership Network” Grants
Of the projects listed, the following three were specifically targeted to our broader community. US Representative Gabriel Vasquez of New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District was credited with participation in securing these grants for our broader community.
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New Mexico Finance Authority Workshop March 14 at Las Cruces City Hall to discuss Public Financing Options for Local Business
The New Mexico Finance Authority (NMFA) will host a workshop from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, March 14, 2024, regarding public financing options for local businesses.
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Las Cruces City Council Recap Feb. 20, 2024
Las Cruces City Council has adopted a Resolution authorizing an amendment to the City’s Fiscal Year 2024 budget to adjust the bonds designated as State Shared Gross Receipts Tax (SSGRT) Improvement Revenue Bonds Series 2023A and to amend the 2024 fiscal year budget to the Vehicle Acquisition Fund.
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Bellamah Drive Water Outage Thursday, February 22, 2024 (See Details)
Residents in the Bellamah Drive area will experience a water outage from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 22, 2024.
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Funeral Services, Procession Announced for Fallen Officer
Funeral services and the procession route for fallen Las Cruces Police Department Officer Jonah Hernandez are set for Wednesday in El Paso, Texas.
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Bellamah Drive Water Outage in Las Cruces
The affected area includes: A-Mountain Construction, under contract with the City of Las Cruces, will be connecting a new water line to the existing water system. This water outage will be in City Council District 3. Adjacent areas also may be affected. If water on your street is scheduled to be turned off, crews will…
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Apache Corporation to Pay $4 Million and Reduce Unlawful Air Pollution from Oil and Gas Wells in New Mexico and Texas, Eliminating More Than 10,000 Tons of Harmful Air Pollutants Annually
Company Also Will Spend $5.5 Million for Preventative Measures and to Help Address Environmental Harm Caused by Its Violations
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Shooting Leaves one Man Dead, Another Injured in Las Cruces
Las Cruces police are continuing to investigate an early-morning shooting that injured one man and resulted in the death of another.
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Candlelight Vigil, Funeral Services set for Fallen Officer
A candlelight vigil in Las Cruces and funeral services in El Paso are planned for fallen Las Cruces Police Department Officer Jonah Hernandez.
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City of Las Cruces Offers “Spring Break Camp”
The Spring Break Camp will be open to children in kindergarten through fifth grade (K-5). Camp hours will be from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. weekdays, from Monday, March 4, 2024, to Friday, March 15, 2024. The camp will be at Meerscheidt Recreation Center, 1600 E. Hadley Ave., and at the WIA Building, 340 N.…
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Truck Rollover Temporarily Blocks I-10 to I-25 “flyover” South of Las Cruces
The Las Cruces Police Department posted the following on their Facebook page.
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Las Cruces Police Officer Killed in the Line of Duty–Police Chief Story: “This Is An Evil World” [UPDATED 5:10 PM February 13]
“This is an evil world. There is evil in our beautiful city. As officers, we see it every day.”
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Federal Jury Convicts Syndicato De Nuevo Mexico Associate of Murdering Federal Witness, Drug Trafficking and Firearms Offenses [Reported December 13, 2023]
The Las Cruces Resident Agency of the FBI Albuquerque Field Office investigated this case with assistance from the DEA’s Albuquerque District Office, New Mexico State Police, New Mexico Corrections Department, Las Vegas Police Department and Department of Public Safety’s State Laboratory.
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City of Las Cruces Announces Madrid Avenue Extension Project Open House
A public meeting for the Madrid Avenue Extension Project will be from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024, in the cafeteria at Loma Heights Elementary School, 1600 E. Madrid Ave.
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Las Cruces Water Outages on Stewart Lane and Bellamah Circle
Stewart Lane Stewart Lane residents will experience a water outage from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday Feb. 12, 2024. This will enable the City of Las Cruces Water Department/Meters, Valves and Hydrants to replace a fire hydrant on Stewart Lane, in City Council District 4. Adjacent areas also may be affected by this outage.…
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Our Broader Community and the Las Cruces Police Department Remember the 1990 Las Cruces Bowl Case
Police Continue to Ask for Tips in 1990 LC Bowl Case.
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City of Las Cruces Promotes “Neighborhood Dumpster Day”
The Parks and Recreation Department’s Keep Las Cruces Beautiful Program (KLCB) will host a Neighborhood Dumpster Day from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024.
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The City of Las Cruces hosts “Know Your Local Government” Event
The City of Las Cruces, in collaboration with the League of Women Voters and the Las Cruces Public Schools, proudly announces the upcoming, “Know Your Local Government” event geared towards providing high school students with an opportunity to delve into the local workings of their community.
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City of Las Cruces Invites Neighbors to Register for “2024 Developing Youth Leaders Academy Program”
The City of Las Cruces is looking for high school students aged 14-18 who are interested in learning more about their city and how it functions in the upcoming 2024 Developing Youth Leaders Academy Program.
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Las Cruces City Council Meeting Recap on Feb. 5, 2024
Las Cruces City Council has adopted a Resolution that will amend the City’s professional services agreement for police auditor services with OIR Group, of Playas Del Rey, Calif.