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Council accepts governor’s grant to fund homelessness and behavioral‑health survey; city manager’s office to lead

5532951 · August 5, 2025
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Summary

Council approved a $350,000 grant to fund a homelessness and behavioral‑health survey and contract a public‑health coordinator; staff said the city manager’s office will convene stakeholders and partner with NMSU to compile existing surveys and identify gaps.

The Las Cruces City Council on Aug. 4 approved a $350,000 grant from the governor’s office to fund a homelessness and behavioral‑health survey and to support a contracted public‑health coordinator, city staff said.

Why it matters: Councilors and staff described the grant as a first step to develop an informed strategic plan and to make the city more…

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