City of Texico
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The City of Texico's KK Runnels Memorial Park Walking Trail Project is designed to provide a safe, ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act)-compliant walking path, promoting outdoor recreation and enhancing community ties. This effort involves adding an accessible trail with clear signage, water-efficient landscaping, and implementing infrastructure which is inclusive, safe, and sustainable. The trail will promote community health, enhance safety, support Texico's conservation goals, foster community cohesion, and contribute to long-term park revitalization, working towards Texico's goal of creating a healthy, sustainable community.
The City of Texico, New Mexico, is a small but forward-thinking municipality committed to responsible governance, community revitalization, and long-term sustainability. Our mission is to provide transparent, efficient, and responsive leadership that strengthens public trust, promotes economic growth, and enhances the quality of life for all residents. Founded in 1902, Texico stands as the eastern gateway to New Mexico, a community rooted in agricultural heritage and defined by resilience and collaboration. With a population of approximately 930 residents, the city continues to set an example for how small communities can achieve large-scale progress through strategic planning, fiscal discipline, and community partnerships. Over the past several years, Texico has prioritized infrastructure modernization, environmental stewardship, and public safety as part of its long-term development strategy. Major ongoing and completed projects include: KK Runnels Memorial Park Modernization Project, transforming the City’s central park into an ADA-accessible, family-oriented recreational hub with upgraded facilities, water-efficient landscaping, and solar lighting.
Regional Water Conservation and Turf Replacement Initiative, a 12-school collaborative project projected to save over 10 million gallons of water annually by replacing natural athletic fields with synthetic turf—helping preserve the Ogallala Aquifer and reduce maintenance costs.
Citywide Water System Improvements, including upgrades to water tanks, distribution lines, and meters to ensure reliable service, conservation compliance, and improved efficiency.
The City of Texico also maintains strong intergovernmental partnerships with Curry County, the Eastern Plains Council of Governments, and the New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration (DFA). These collaborations ensure accountability, technical support, and alignment with regional and state development priorities. A significant recent milestone for the City has been achieving a positive audit finding for the first time in over 20 years, bringing Texico fully into compliance with state financial standards. This accomplishment marks a major turnaround in fiscal health and demonstrates the City’s steadfast commitment to accountability, transparency, and responsible management of public funds. Today, Texico continues to build on that momentum by pursuing projects that balance community growth with sustainability. Guided by a dedicated governing body and staff, the city remains focused on delivering essential services, upgrading infrastructure, and fostering a safe, vibrant environment where residents and future generations can thrive.