Las Cruces Mayor Pro-Tem Dolores Connor is asking voters to keep her for another term on Nov. 6.
Connor made the announcement late Monday in a news release.
“As a native Las Crucen, ensuring that our community grows with the essential quality-of-life amenities our citizens deserve is at the forefront of my thoughts,” she said. “I love my job and I want to continue dealing with the issues facing
Connor is being challenged by Vince Boudreau, a former member of the Las Cruces Public Schools Board of Education. A group of people upset with the council’s handling of the city’s rapid growth – including Boudreau – are attempting to unseat some of the more pro-growth candidates like Connor.
Connor’s release said she has worked to protect the
“I have enjoyed listening and working with the people in District 2,” Connor said. “Whether it’s through a neighborhood meeting or a one-on-one discussion with constituents, listening and learning from these residents provides valuable input into the decision-making process.”
Connor sits on a number of community boards and is vice president of the New Mexico Municipal League.