MPO Technical Advisory Committee Meeting - May 7, 2026

The Doña Ana County Mesilla Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Technical Advisory Committee met on May 7, 2026, to discuss several transportation-related procurement and funding matters. Key agenda items included amendments to the FFY 2024-2029 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), notably a $100,000 funding addition for the I-25 Engler Interchange ramp construction project. The committee reviewed and prioritized three major road projects for funding consideration: the Angler Road extension ($3 million for phases 1-3), and two mill and overlay resurfacing projects on McDowell Road ($267,835) and Calle de Colon ($333,100) in the Town of Mesilla. After discussion, the committee voted 8-1 to prioritize McDowell Road first, followed by Angler Road, then Calle de Colon. The committee also received presentations on the upcoming Federal Fiscal Years 2027-2028 Unified Planning Work Program and proposed revisions to MPO bylaws, which include updated governance and attendance policies. Additionally, the City of Las Cruces announced the opening of bids for signal and intersection upgrades at key intersections, signaling upcoming procurement activity. Overall, the meeting focused heavily on project funding allocations, prioritization of capital improvement projects, and preparation for future procurement actions.