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City Names Public Health Director

Public Health - Jun 21, 2024

The City of El Paso is pleased to announce the appointment of Veerinder “Vinny” Taneja, MBBS, MPH, as the new Director of the Department of Public Health, effective August 2024.

2024.06.21 NEWS RELEASE City Names Public Health Director

2024.06 Taneja Veerinder Vinny

Public Libraries Partner with Local Grocery Store to Host Book Drive

City of El Paso - Jun 21, 2024

The El Paso Public Libraries is teaming up with Food City Supermarkets for a community book drive from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 22, at the Food City Ranchland, 7444 Gateway Blvd East.

NEWS RELEASE Public Libraries to Partner With Grocery Store for Book Drive


Mayor Issues Statement Regarding Ruidoso Wildfire

City of El Paso - Jun 20, 2024

“The bravery shown by the first responders in Ruidoso is admirable, and the strength and resilience of Ruidoso’s residents as they face this terrible tragedy demonstrates the strength and unity of their community.

EPTX News Release Mayor Issues Statement Regarding Ruidoso Wildfire


City Cooling Centers Remain Open for Juneteenth Holiday

City of El Paso - Jun 18, 2024

The City of El Paso and the Office of Emergency Management (OEM) will keep the community’s cooling centers open during the Juneteenth holiday tomorrow, Wednesday, June 19. Libraries and other city facilities will be closed for the holiday.

2024.06.18 NEWS RELEASE City Cooling Center Remain Open for Juneteenth Holiday


City of El Paso Selected to Participate in 2024 LEED for Cities Local Government Leadership Program

City of El Paso - Jun 17, 2024

The City of El Paso is one of 12 cities selected by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), creators of the LEED green building rating system, to participate in a national cohort supported by the LEED for Cities Local Government Leadership Program

2024.06.17 NEWS RELEASE City Selected to Participate in LEED for Cities Local Government Leadership Program


El Paso Animal Services Awarded Generous Lifesaving Investment from Petco Love

City of El Paso - Jun 17, 2024

The City of El Paso Animal Services is excited to announce the continuation of enhanced lifesaving programs thanks to a generous $125,000 grant from Petco Love, a national nonprofit organization

2024.06.17 NEWS RELEASE El Paso Animal Services Awarded Generous Lifesaving Investment From Petco Love


2024 Juneteenth Holiday Schedule

City of El Paso - Jun 17, 2024

All City of El Paso administrative offices will be closed on Wednesday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. Administrative offices will resume business on Thursday, June 20.

2024.06.17 MEDIA ADVISORY City of El Paso 2024 Juneteenth Holiday Schedule


El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens Offers Special Promotions in June

El Paso Zoo - Jun 17, 2024

The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens offers rhino-sized savings in June where visitors can begin the summer with discounted admission prices to enjoy their favorite animals, attractions, and summer treats.

2024.06.17 NEWS RELEASE El Paso Zoo Offers Promotions in June


City of El Paso Provides Tips to Protect Against Heat-Related Illnesses

City of El Paso - Jun 14, 2024

The Department of Public Health, the Office of Emergency Management (OEM) and the El Paso Fire Department are urging the community to take extra precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses and tragedies this summer

2024.06.14 NEWS RELEASE City Provides Tips to Protect Against Heat Related Illnesses


El Pasoans Invited to Envision El Paso

City of El Paso - Jun 10, 2024

To capture public feedback the City of El Paso is ramping up the Envision El Paso initiative, an update to Plan El Paso, the City’s current Comprehensive Plan adopted in 2012.

2024.06.10 NEWS RELEASE El Pasoans Invited to Envision El Paso


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