Commentary: City Councilor Gill Sorg has announced that he will seek re-election to his third and last term on the Las Cruces City Council, District 5. He cited the city’s commitment to thoughtful planning, environmental safe guards, improved infrastructure and economic development as key achievements from his time in office.
“I am excited to announce my run for re-election to District 5. In my previous elections, the voters of District 5 made it clear that they wanted an end to the ‘develop at all costs’ philosophy that had burdened our district with unfinished subdivisions, incomplete roads and flooding. I have spent the past 7 years working to repair that damage, and rebuild our infrastructure.” stated Councilor Sorg.
“During my time in office, I am proud that the council has brought over 13 major different projects to correct those mistakes and greatly increase the value of the district. That includes 6 new parks and more in the near future. I want to continue to invest in our economy, infrastructure Community projects.”
Councilor Sorg will continue to make a priority to invest in the economy, helping local small and large businesses grow at higher rates while attracting new businesses with higher paying jobs. Sorg cited the city’s commitment to fiscal responsibility and an ever-improving quality of life.
“The city has overcome one of the worst recessions in memory with remarkable skill, cutting millions of dollars in expenditures while maintaining a high level of service during population growth. Even with limited resources, we have continued to make Las Cruces a better place to live to and make real progress. We have made Las Cruces one of the best cities of its size in the nation. The rest of nation is figuring out what we already knew, that Las Cruces is a great place to live and work.”
Sorg emphasized his commitment to openness and accountability on the part of city government. He continues to be very reachable and approachable.
“Where past decisions were often made with little public input, the current Mayor and Council have opened the process with extended work sessions, public meetings, and constant effort to seek the opinion of city residents. People in my district know that their input makes a difference.”
Sorg with a Master’s Degree in biology, has said that this will be his last term as City Councilor. The Election will take place on November 7, 2017.