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In observance of Presidents’ Day, most City of Las Cruces offices will be closed Monday, Feb. 16, 2026. However, all emergency services, including police and fire will operate as usual. City offices and facilities closed Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, include: A Fielder Memorial Safe Haven Out of School Time Programs…

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The City of Las Cruces has adopted regulations for short-term rentals to support safety, accountability, and neighborhood quality of life. The ordinance is effective January 1, 2026, and enforcement begins July 1, 2026. Beginning January 1, 2026, anyone operating a short-term rental in the City of Las Cruces must obtain…

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The City of Las Cruces has named Sara Gonzales as the new Deputy Director of Community Development for Building & Development Services, where she will oversee Building Safety and Land Use operations and help guide the City’s permitting, inspection teams. Gonzales brings extensive experience in municipal planning, development services, and…

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*Please Note the Location Change for the Closing Presentation on Friday, Oct. 24, 2025. Relocating to Las Cruces City Hall Council Chambers, 700 N. Main Street. Community invited to participate in public meetings October 22 and 24. The City of Las Cruces is continuing to work on an update to…

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The City of Las Cruces is beginning work on an update to its Downtown Master Plan, the guiding framework for how the city’s central district grows and evolves. First adopted in the early 2000s and last updated in 2016, the plan has shaped much of downtown’s revitalization over the past…

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The City is enhancing its Nuisance Abatement Team (NAT) program to help neighborhoods thrive. By strengthening partnerships across departments, providing more tools for residents, and ensuring property owners have opportunities to bring their properties into compliance, the City is making it easier to maintain safe, welcoming, and vibrant communities. At Monday’s…

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The City of Las Cruces is accepting applications for its Historic Preservation Committee. The Historic Preservation Committee evaluates and reviews the implementation of the City’s historic preservation practices and policies. Established by the City Council in December 2019 in conjunction with the amendment to the municipal code to adopt a…

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The City of Las Cruces announces the selection of Chris Faivre as the new Community Development Director. Faivre has 24 years of municipal government experience in leadership, economic development, and strategic planning. Throughout his career, he has held key roles, including Director of Marketing for Visit Las Cruces, Business Development…

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Realize Las Cruces Public Comment Realize Las Cruces Public Comment September 10, 2024, at 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM East Mesa Public Safety Complex, Main Conference Room 550 N Sonoma Ranch Blvd., Las Cruces, NM 88011 September 11, 2024, at 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM City Hall Lerdo Room (2007B)…

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