Doña Ana County Treasurer Eric L. Rodriguez announced today that his office will waive penalty and interest fees from property tax payments made after May 10, for accounts that meet certain qualifications.

Effective immediately, all solid waste and recycling facilities operated by Las Cruces Utilities (LCU) and the South Central Solid Waste Authority (SCSWA) resume normal business hours and are open to the general public. All customers are required to use masks and gloves while using the facilities and maintain social distancing.

Doña Ana County Chief Deputy Clerk Lindsey Bachman announced that all unofficial results have been tabulated and submitted to the Secretary of State’s Office. Unofficial totals for participation in this election include approximately 4,700 early voting in person voters, approximately 7,400 Election Day in person voters, and approximately 14,000 voters who cast absentee ballots. In total, total turnout for the 2020 Primary Election was approximately 26,000.

Media contact: Catherine Zaharko, Doña Ana County  575-525-5801 • catherinez@donaanacounty.org

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