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JIC Notes May 22, 2020

Media contact: Kelly Jameson, Las Cruces Public Schools 575-639-2121 • kjameson@lcps.net  

OBJECTIVE: To streamline communication between local government agencies during the COVID-19 response....

Lane Closure on West Hadley Avenue

As part of a new fiber optics project along the W. Hadley Avenue corridor, W. Hadley Avenue will have a temporary west bound lane closure from 1st St. to Valley Dr. and two-way traffic will be provided during the construction. The work is scheduled to sta...

City and County Leaders Urge Residents to Stay Home this Holiday Weekend

With the three-day Memorial Day holiday set to begin, members of the Las Cruces City Council and Dona Ana County Board of Commissioners are urging residents to enjoy the unofficial start of summer at home.

“With a partial re-opening of El Paso un...

Knife-Wielding Woman Suspected of Stabbing Ex-Husband

Las Cruces police arrested a woman suspected of stabbing her ex-husband during an incident Friday morning.

Blanca Isela Rivera Fuentes, 34, is charged with one third-degree felony count of aggravated battery against a household member. Fuentes is also char...

Solar Panel Preventive Maintenance Scheduled for City Building Locations

As part of the City’s commitment to keeping its facilities in a clean, safe, and well-maintained condition, Facilities Management has contracted with a firm to engage in solar panel preventive maintenance and repair at various City buildings and...

U.S. Census Bureau Update Leave Operation Underway in Las Cruces

The U.S. Census Bureau has begun to drop off 2020 Census questionnaires at the front doors of some Las Cruces and Doña Ana County households.

This operation is also known as “Update Leave” and is done in areas where the major...

W. Fleming Ave. ADA Improvement Project

As part of an ADA improvement project along the W. Fleming Ave. corridor, W. Fleming Ave. will have a temporary west bound lane closure from N. Main St. to Cherry St. for four weeks beginning Tuesday May 26.

For the public’s convenience, crews wi...

City Council Creates Las Cruces Economic Recovery Board

At a special meeting today, the Las Cruces City Council created the Las Cruces Economic Recovery Board (LCERB.) The purpose of the board is to advise the mayor and City Council on strategies for gradually reopening the Las Cruces economy affected by the C...

State Seeks Applicants for Contact-Tracing Jobs

The New Mexico Department of Health and the State Personnel Office began accepting applications Friday to fill 200 to 250 contact-tracing positions around the state as the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic moves into the next phase.

The positions range f...

Most Las Cruces Parks Closed for Holiday, but Some Specialty Areas, Trails Available for Use

Based on the Phase I re-opening plan of the City’s Parks and Recreation Department approved by City Council and aligned with New Mexico’s Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham’s extended public health emergency order and public saf...

Public Reminded to Stay Vigilant Over the Holiday

The Joint Information Center (JIC) is advising Doña Ana County residents to stay vigilant and observe COVID-19 safety precautions over the Memorial Day holiday.  

The Memorial Day we...

Thomas Branigan Memorial Library to Begin Limited Services to the Public

In compliance with the All Together New Mexico, COVID Safe Practices for Individuals and Employers, Thomas Branigan Memorial Library will begin offering some limited services to the public beginning May 26, 2020.

Library patrons can now request curbside pi...

JIC Notes May 21, 2020

Media contact: Kelly Jameson, Las Cruces Public Schools 

575-639-2121 • kjameson@lcps.net  

OBJECTIVE: To streamline communication between local government agencies during the COVID-19 response. Partner organizations include city ...

2019-2020 Crack Sealing Maintenance Project Road List 2

As part of a Crack Sealing Maintenance Project throughout the City streets temporary lane closures will begin on Tuesday, May 26, for the following:

• La Bajada Dr. from U.S. 70 Frontage Rd to Mesa Rico Dr.
• Mesa Rico Dr. from La Bajada Dr. to Mesa Moreno Dr.
• M...

RoadRUNNER Transit Closed in Observance of Memorial Day

RoadRUNNER Transit will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day; normal hours of operation will resume on Tuesday, May 26.

Memorial Day was recognized as a holiday by an act of Congress in 1971. The day was originally known as Decoration...

City Parks Remain Closed for Memorial Day Weekend

The Las Cruces Police Department encourages residents to practice social distancing and avoid large gatherings during the upcoming Memorial Day weekend.

In March, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued an emergency public health order suggesting residents prac...

Media Area for Las Cruces Area Senior Celebrations

Contact: Samantha Lewis, LCPS Public Relations Coordinator, 575-527-5946 • slewis@lcps.net

Who: Members of the media are invited to celebrate our 2020 LCPS senior graduates for a two-day senior celebration. 

What: 2020 Senior Celebrations ...

Boutz Road Lane Closure

Westbound traffic on Boutz Road between Valley Drive and Marquess Street will have a lane closure for utility installations beginning Friday, May 22, which may last approximately five working days.

For the public’s convenience, crews will work on...

Memorial Day Holiday Changes LCPD Station Hours

The Las Cruces Police Department’s Station Office will be closed on Monday for the Memorial Day holiday but will be open for records and evidence pickup on Tuesday, May 26.

The Station Office will be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for records and to ...

El Paseo Road Lane Closure Notice

Las Cruces motorists are advised that various lane closures will occur on El Paseo Road at the intersection of Missouri/Boutz starting May 21 for the installation of new communication infrastructure as part of the Boutz Rd. improvements project. It is est...

JIC Notes May 19, 2020

Media contact: Kelly Jameson, Las Cruces Public Schools 575-639-2121 • kjameson@lcps.net  

OBJECTIVE: To streamline communication between local government agencies during the COVID-19 response....

Las Cruces, Let’s Improve Your Skate Park!

The skate park dream is on its way to becoming a reality! Help the City of Las Cruces Parks & Recreation Department determine which areas need improvement and what can be renovated or replaced at your skate park! Because of the public health emergency...

Shoulder Work on West Hadley Avenue

City Council Extends Mayor’s Emergency Proclamation Regarding Face Coverings

At a special meeting today, the Las Cruces City Council voted to extend the emergency proclamation issued by Mayor Ken Miyagishima on Friday, May 15, that requires all members of the public, with some exceptions, to wear a face covering when inside, in l...

Memorial Day Holiday Schedule

City Hall and most other City of Las Cruces offices will be closed to the public Monday, May 25 for the Memorial Day Holiday. Emergency services such as fire and police will not be affected. The following is the City’s schedule:&nbs...

JIC Notes May 18, 2020

OBJECTIVE: To streamline communication between local government agencies during the COVID-19 response. Partner organizations include city and county representatives, local hospitals, the Department of Health, jail and p...

Celebrate Historic Preservation Month in May

2019-2020 Crack Sealing Maintenance Project Road List 1

• Advancement Avenue from Ventura Drive to 150’ east of Rea Boule...

Mayor Issues Emergency Proclamation Regarding Face Coverings

Las Cruces Mayor Ken Miyagishima today signed an emergency proclamation requiring the use of face coverings in all City of Las Cruces buildings and facilities. The term of the proclamation is 72 hours and City Council can vote to extend it up to 14 days.&...

JIC Notes May 15, 2020

Media contact: Kelly Jameson, Las Cruces Public Schools 575-639-2121 • kjameson@lcps.net  

 OBJECTIVE: To streamline communication between local government agencies during the COVID-19...

DOH COVID-19 Testing and Screening Sites in Doña Ana County

The Department of Health is Conducting COVID-19 Testing and Screening at the Following sites in Dona Ana County through May 26.

Early Voting Begins Saturday at City Hall

F-16 Flyover to Recognize Front Line COVID-19 Personnel

In an effort to recognize those on the front lines battling the COVID-19 pandemic, four F-16s from Holloman Air Force Base will conduct a flyover in southern New Mexico, May 15, 2020.

The flyover symbolizes appreciation for the healthcare workers, first re...

Jic Notes May 14, 2020

Media contact: Kelly Jameson, Las Cruces Public Schools 575-639-2121 • kjameson@lcps.net   

OBJECTIVE: To streamline communication between local government agencies during the COVID-19...

Due to High Demand Free Food Boxes Available at Munson Senior Center Only

 Due to high demand the FREE Food Boxes that Senior Programs has been distributing are almost gone, but there are some left, and they will be distributed TODAY Thursday, May 14, from 2-5 p.m. at Munson Senior Center, 975 S. Mesquite St.

On May 13...

Safer Buildings, Safer Communities, Safe World

State to Further Modify Public Health Emergency Order

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and state health officials on Wednesday announced New Mexico’s emergency public health order, set to expire May 15, will be extended through May 31 and modified to allow most retailers to operate at 25 percent of thei...

New Mexico Guidance for Summer Youth Programs

JIC Notes May 13, 2020

Media contact: Kelly Jameson, Las Cruces Public Schools 575-639-2121 • kjameson@lcps.net  

OBJECTIVE: To streamline communication between local government agencies during the COVID-19 response....

JIC Notes May 12, 2020

Media contact: Kelly Jameson, Las Cruces Public Schools 575-639-2121 • kjameson@lcps.net  

OBJECTIVE: To streamline communication between local government agencies during the COVID-19 response....

Free Food Boxes Available May 13 Through 15

Senior Programs will be distributing food boxes FREE of charge at all City of Las Cruces senior centers from 2 - 5 p.m. on Wednesday, May 13 through Friday, May 15, in a drive-thru setting. 

The food boxes are available to anyone in the c...

Airport Booster Station Testing

JIC Notes May 11, 2020

Media contact: Kelly Jameson, Las Cruces Public Schools 

575-639-2121 • kjameson@lcps.net  

OBJECTIVE: To streamline communication between local government agencies during th...

Nevada Avenue Construction Beginning Week of May 11

Nevada Avenue from Solano Drive to 50 feet east of Laurel Street will experience road construction work starting the week of May 11. New streetlight conduit will be installed, Nevada Avenue wi...

Shoulder Work on West Hadley Avenue

Street Lighting Installation on Espina Street

City Council Information Easier to Locate

 It is now easier to locate Las Cruces City Council meeting agendas, videos and other council-related information online. The City has added a button link on the home page of the City website simply titled, City Council Meetings, that takes visit...

Las Cruces Fire Department Encourages Use of 911/Hospitals in Emergency

The nation’s healthcare workers may be focused on COVID-19, but those with non-COVID-19 medical emergencies should not feel like they are burdening the system when it comes to gettin...

University Avenue Eastbound Lane Closure

As part of the Aggie Up Town development project, the eastbound lanes on University Avenue (between Telshor Blvd. and Terrace Dr.) will be closed to traffic. A detour will be in place to direct traffic around the construction zone. In ad...

JIC Notes May 8, 2020

Media contact: Kelly Jameson, Las Cruces Public Schools 575-639-2121 • kjameson@lcps.net  

OBJECTIVE: To streamline communication between local government agencies during the COVID-19 response....

City Council to Discuss Transfer of Liquor License

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 Dispenser Liquor License No. 2647 to Strategic Restaurant Concepts d/b/a Bu...

City Parks Remain Closed

The Las Cruces Police Department encourages residents to practice social distancing and avoid large gatherings during the upcoming Mother’s Day weekend.

In March, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued an emergency public health order suggesting resi...

JIC Notes May 7, 2020

Media contact: Kelly Jameson, Las Cruces Public Schools 

575-639-2121 • kjameson@lcps.net  

OBJECTIVE: To streamline communication between local government agencies during the COVID-19...

Sonora Springs Road Work Notice

Food Distribution Changes

The City of Las Cruces Host Virtual Mother’s Day Celebration

JIC Notes May 6, 2020

Media contact: Kelly Jameson, Las Cruces Public Schools 575-639-2121 • kjameson@lcps.net   

OBJECTIVE: To streamline communication between local government agencies during the COVID-19...

NMSU’s Arrowhead Center Partners with City of Las Cruces to Spotlight Local Businesses

Area business owners using new strategies to find customers during the COVID-19 pandemic are being featured in a program by New Mexico State University’s Arrowhead Center and the City of Las Cruces that will help shine a light on local businesse...

June Programs at the Las Cruces Railroad Museum

During the month of June, the Railroad Museum will host many programs for the entire family. Enjoy the cool air conditioning in our historic 1910 Santa Fe depot while you explore these events.

The month of June begins our summer evening hours. All City mu...

Resources Available for Residents in Need

City Council Encourages Absentee Voting

Intermittent Lane Closures on Sonoma Ranch Boulevard and Northrise Drive

JIC Notes May 5, 2020

Media contact: Kelly Jameson, Las Cruces Public Schools 575-639-2121 • kjameson@lcps.net  

OBJECTIVE: To streamline communication between local government agencies during the COVID-19 response....

Boutz Drive Lane Closure Notice

City Council Backs Governor’s Phased Re-Opening Strategies for Business in NM

The Las Cruces City Council today approved a resolution supporting Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham’s proposed strategy for reopening the state’s economy. The City Council also seeks additional and more consistent involvement from south...

City Council Allocates $400,000 for Health-Related Public Service Programs

A total of 16 local non-profit organizations will share in $400,000 for health-related public services programs for fiscal year 2021/2022. The Las Cruces City Council today authorized the funding from the City’s Telshor Facility Fund, m...

JIC Notes May 4, 2020

Media contact: Kelly Jameson, Las Cruces Public Schools 575-639-2121 • kjameson@lcps.net  

OBJECTIVE: To streamline communication between local government agencies during the COVID-19 response....

East Mesa Public Recreation Complex GO Bond Project Public Input Deadline Approaching

The future design of the East Mesa Public Recreation Complex (EMPRC) General Obligation (GO) Bond Project is now in your hands! The Las Cruces community is reminded to watch the virtual presentation and submit your comments and ideas before the public inp...

Thomas Branigan Memorial Library Extends Books By Mail Program

Boutz Road Lane Closure for May 6

RoadRUNNER Transit Increases Safety/Beautifies Shelters

RoadRUNNER Transit continues to support localand state public health officials response to COVID-19 and assist in reducing its spread. In addition to the installation of banners on the fixed-route buses and Dial-A-Ride vehicles&...

Window Cleaning Scheduled for the East Mesa Public Safety Complex

Senior Programs Food Distribution Today (Friday, May 1)

The city of Las Cruces Senior Programs will be distributing food boxes for qualifying community members today from 2-5 p.m. at Munson Center, 975 S. Mesquite St. Community members must be 60 years of age or older, or 18 year of age or older and disabled.

&...

JIC Notes May 1, 2020

Media contact: Kelly Jameson, Las Cruces Public Schools 575-639-2121 • kjameson@lcps.net  

OBJECTIVE: To streamline communication between local government agencies during the COVID-19 response....

Visit Las Cruces Celebrates Travel and Tourism Week

LAS CRUCES, N.M. – In celebration of National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW), which takes place May 3-9, Visit Las Cruces will highlight the tourism industry in our community with a social media contest, fun facts, and travel-themed ac...

Public Comment by Email for Virtual City Council Meetings Virtual Meetings now Include P&Z

The public is invited and encouraged to provide public comment by email for the Monday, May 4 virtual Las Cruces City Council meeting and subsequent meetings. The council is conducting virtual meetings in order to comply with the state p...

Thomas Branigan Memorial Library & Las Cruces Museum Programming Goes Virtual

JIC Notes April 30, 2020

Media contact: Kelly Jameson, Las Cruces Public Schools 

575-639-2121 • kjameson@lcps.net  

OBJECTIVE: To streamline communication between local government agencies during the COVID-19 response....

COVID-19 JIC Notes April 29, 2020

OBJECTIVE: To streamline communication between local government agencies during the COVID-19 response. Partner organizations include city and county representatives, local hospitals, the Department of Health, jail and p...

JIC Notes April 28, 2020

Media contact: Kelly Jameson, Las Cruces Public Schools 

575-639-2121 • kjameson@lcps.net  

OBJECTIVE: To streamline communication between local government agencies during the COVID-19 response....

JIC Notes April 27, 2020

Media contact: Kelly Jameson, Las Cruces Public Schools 

575-639-2121 • kjameson@lcps.net  

OBJECTIVE: To streamline communication between local government agencies during the COVID-19 response....

City to Receive VW Settlement Funds

The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) has notified the city of Las Cruces that is was selected to receive $150,000 as part of the Volkswagen (VW) settlement with the federal government. The money, which will be used for electric vehicle (EV) chargi...

New Mexicans Tell Stories from the Frontline

Today New Mexico state government launches a series of PSAs intended to highlight the personal stories of New Mexicans who have experienced first-hand the pain and suffering of COVID-19 and to underscore the importance of remaining physically distant and ...

Department of Health Announces Third COVID-19 Screening for Essential Workers

The New Mexico Department of Health announces its latest drive-up screening for the COVID-19 coronavirus for all essential workers Wednesday, April 29th at the Las Cruces Public Health Office, 1170 N. Solano Dr. from 7 am to 12 pm or while test supplies l...

Virtual Input Opportunity for East Mesa Public Recreation Complex GO Bond Project

May 1 Partial Reopening of SCSWA Solid Waste and Recycling Centers

City Councilors Address the Community on Coronavirus

 Mayor Ken Miyagishima and the other six city councilors are reaching out to the community with helpful coronavirus information through a new bi-lingual, multi-media campaign. In a series of videos, the councilors address a variety of CO...

Spring/Summer Water Restrictions

 Citywide spring/summer water restrictions began April 1st. The annual restrictions prohibit the watering of outside vegetation between the hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.  

A watering schedule allows residents with even-numbered add...

City Parks Temporarily Closed

Las Cruces police encourage residents to continue practicing social distancing and avoiding large gatherings as we celebrate the upcoming Easter weekend.

In March, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued an emergency public health order suggesting residents pra...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...