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City Council Votes to Deny El Paso Electric Rate Case

City of El Paso - Jun 24, 2025

Today, the El Paso City Council voted to deny El Paso Electric’s (EPE) proposed $93 million rate increase for its Texas retail customers, following months of evaluation, public outreach, and formal hearings.

2025.06.24 NEWS RELEASE City Council Votes to Deny El Paso Electric Rate Case


City of El Paso to Host Future Land Use Map Workshops to Help Shape El Paso’s Growth

City of El Paso - Jun 23, 2025

The City of El Paso is planning for the future and invites residents to share their vision for how land is used across the community, from open spaces and residential neighborhoods to commercial areas and more.

2025.06.23 NEWS RELEASE City Invites Public to Future Land Use Map Workshops copy.pdf


City of El Paso Seeks Vendors for 2025 Chalk the Block and Día de los Muertos Festivals

City of El Paso - Jun 19, 2025

The City of El Paso Museums and Cultural Affairs Department (MCAD) is now accepting vendor applications for two of the region’s most anticipated fall festivals: Chalk the Block and Día de los Muertos.

2025 v2.06.19 NEWS RELEASE City of El Paso Seeks Vendors for 2025 Chalk the Block and Dia de los Muertos Festivals


2025 Juneteenth Holiday Schedule

City of El Paso - Jun 18, 2025

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

Media Advisory 2025 Juneteenth Holiday Closures


Sun Metro to Offer Free Rides on June 19 for National Dump the Pump Day

Community & Human Development - Jun 18, 2025

Sun Metro will offer free rides all day on Thursday, June 19, 2024, in recognition of National Dump the Pump Day, encouraging the community to try public transportation as a fuel- saving, eco-friendly alternative to driving.

2025.18.06 NEWS RELEASE Sun Metro to Offer FREE Rides on June 19 for National Dump the Pump Day


City of El Paso to Offer Free Measles Vaccine at Juneteenth Celebration

Public Health - Jun 13, 2025

The City of El Paso Department of Public Health (DPH) will offer free measles (MMR) vaccines during the upcoming Juneteenth Celebration from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 14 at Nations Tobin Park, 8831 Railroad Dr.

2025.06.13 NEWS RELEASE City Provides Free Measles Vaccine at Juneteenth Celebration


City of El Paso Announces New Leadership for Streets and Budget Departments

City of El Paso - Jun 12, 2025

The City of El Paso is proud to announce the appointments of Randy Garcia as Director of the Streets and Maintenance Department and Sasho Andonoski as Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).

2025.06.12 NEWS RELEASE City of El Paso Announces New Leadership for Streets and Budget Departments


El Paso Museum of History to Open “Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home”

Community & Human Development - Jun 12, 2025

The El Paso Museum of History (EPMH) is proud to announce the opening of a captivating new exhibit, “Escaramuza, the Poetics of Home, ” which delves into the world of escaramuza charra, the women’s event within the Mexican national sport of charrería.

2025.06.12 NEWS RELEASE El Paso Museum of History Opens New Exhibit Escaramuza


City Reminds Residents: Renting Backyards and Pools Is Prohibited

City of El Paso - Jun 11, 2025

To ensure the safety and well-being of the community, the City of El Paso is launching a public education campaign to remind residents that renting out residential pools and backyards for events or parties is not allowed.

2025.06.11 NEWS RELEASE City Launches Education Campaign Enforcement of Residential Pool and Backyard Rentals


City of El Paso Launches New Economic & International Development Website

City of El Paso - Jun 11, 2025

he City of El Paso has officially launched its new Economic & International Development website—www.ElPasoEID.com—a dynamic digital platform designed to promote El Paso as a prime destination for business, investment, and international trade.

2025.06.11 NEWS RELEASE City of El Paso Launches New Economic International Development Website


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