Staff Report / LasCruceslocal.org

On a recent occasion, the City of Las Cruces announced its partnership with Casa de Peregrinos and Roadrunner Food Bank of New Mexico to provide a mobile food pantry for the community. This initiative, part of the Lift Up Las Cruces program, aims to address food insecurity in the area.

City officials expressed gratitude to the staff involved in organizing the event. Assistant City Manager Sonya Delgado, Mayor Pro Tem Bencomo, and Council Members McClure and Corran also received recognition for their support of the initiative. The city continues to focus on building a stronger and more resilient community through such collaborative efforts.

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