DEVELOPMENTAL

Sunland Park Welcomes NMED and EPA Representatives for a Hands-On Tour of Local Projects

City of Sunland Park staff and agency representatives gathered for a group photo during the tour — City staff, CRRUA team members, and agency representatives during the project tour.

Some projects are best understood in person. That's why the City of Sunland Park recently welcomed representatives from the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for a tour of infrastructure work happening across the community.

Visitors saw the projects up close and heard directly from the city staff and utility crews who manage them. The goal was simple: to share information openly and strengthen the working relationship between the city and the agencies that support its environmental and infrastructure efforts.

Stop 1

Carlos Aguirre Flood Projects

The tour began at the Carlos Aguirre Flood Projects, where the group looked at drainage improvements designed to help protect neighborhoods during heavy rain.

City staff explained how the work is progressing and what it means for residents.

Tour participants standing beside a drainage channel during the flood project visit

Tour participants overlooking the area and railroad with the mountains in the distance

Stop 2

Walkable Paths for Residents

The group also visited new walkable path improvements. These paths are meant to give families, seniors, and neighbors of all ages safer and more connected ways to get around Sunland Park.

Representatives walking along a newly paved path under a blue sky

A paved walking path alongside a black iron fence with mountain views

Stop 3

Drainage Along the Border Wall

At the border wall, participants reviewed how stormwater moves through the area and discussed the drainage conditions on both sides.

The conversation centered on water flow and infrastructure, giving everyone a shared, firsthand view of the site.

Tour participants looking down at a drainage channel next to the border wall

Tour participants gathered at a concrete barrier reviewing drainage

Participants observing drainage conditions with hills and equipment in the background

A city representative speaking with agency staff during the drainage discussion

Stop 4

CRRUA Manhole Improvements

The final stop was a Camino Real Regional Utility Authority (CRRUA) work site, where crews are making manhole improvements.

Team members walked the group through the work and answered questions about how the upgrades support reliable service.

CRRUA crew members explaining manhole improvement work to tour participants

Working Together

Throughout the day, conversations were practical and collaborative. Agency representatives asked questions, took notes, and spoke directly with the people carrying out the work.

The City of Sunland Park thanks NMED, the EPA, and CRRUA for their time and partnership. The city will continue sharing project updates with residents as work moves forward.

More From the Tour

Tour participants and a crew member looking out over the valley and railroad