ASCMV Board Meeting - July 23, 2026

The City of Las Cruces Animal Services Center of the Mesilla Valley (ASCMV) Board Meeting held on July 23, 2026, focused primarily on updates and reports related to animal control and shelter operations. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of budget amendments for fiscal year 2027 to reflect changes in revenue and grant awards, including a $2,000 grant from Best Friends Animal Society to support foster programs and adoption events. The board also approved updated mission and vision statements to better reflect the organization's expanded programs such as low-cost spay/neuter and vaccination clinics. Facility improvements were discussed, including door lock repairs, parking accommodations for electric vehicles, and plans to expand surgical capacity with grant funding. The meeting highlighted ongoing collaborations with county animal control and community partners to enhance animal welfare services, spay/neuter programs, and public education efforts. No new contracts or vendor selections were explicitly mentioned, but the budget amendments and grant acceptance indicate active financial management and resource allocation to support animal services operations.