County Commissioners
Contact
845 N. Motel Blvd.
Las Cruces, NM 88007
Office: (575) 525-5808
Cell: (575) 915-5755
Fax: (575) 525-5948
E-mail: bgarrett@donaanacounty.org
Billy G. Garrett was elected to represent District 1 on November 2, 2010. His four-year term began on January 1, 2011. District 1 includes all of the communities in the south valley between Vado and Mesilla Park, as well as downtown Las Cruces, Mesilla and Picacho Hills. (For detailed information about District Boundaries see the maps section under “Elections”.)
Commissioner Garrett brings extensive experience with large-scale government operations to the Commission. He understands the importance of budget formulation, planning, and infrastructure development and is dedicated to making Dona Aña County the best possible place to live for all residents.
Among Commissioner Garrett’s top priorities are efficient delivery of county services, public involvement in decision-making, and program accountability. He is committed to inter-governmental coordination and comprehensive planning to support local communities faced with limited resources and rapid growth.
A third generation New Mexican, Commissioner Garrett grew up in Las Cruces and graduated from Las Cruces High School. After attending New Mexico State and Arizona State Universities, he pursued a career in architecture and organizational management. He and his wife, Cynthia, live in Mesilla; both retired from the National Park Service in 2009.
