Departments


The City of Las Cruces was incorporated in 1946 and chartered in 1985. The City utilizes a council/manager form of government, consisting of six elected council members (staggered 4 year terms) and an elected mayor (4 year term). Elections are held bi-annually. The City Manager is appointed by the City Council, and is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the City and the management of all City employees.

The City consists of twelve departments:
  • Administration
  • Community Development
  • Facilities
  • Financial Services
  • Fire
  • Human Resources
  • Information Technology
  • Legal
  • Police
  • Public Services
  • Public Works
  • Utilities