Commissioners pressed staff on lighting, repairs and deferred projects as audits hold up capital spending

Nov 12, 2025

Commissioners reviewed several park master plans and maintenance issues — Rainbow Park conceptual design, Hooten Park field repairs and lighting, donated benches at Rabbit Park, Centennial Park building moves, and deferred cemetery and dog-park upgrades — and were told capital outlay remains constrained until audits are completed.

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At the Nov. 12 meeting, the Deming Parks Commission heard updates on multiple park projects and routine maintenance and pressed staff about priorities and timing. Jeremy Gervais said Rainbow Park has a conceptual plan being developed by Plaid (Las Cruces) but that the park’s needs exceed the current budget; staff will continue internal scope review and pursue funding.

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