May 2024: City of Clovis Updates

Clovis Animal Control

View a list of rescue and adoptable animals, here.

Clovis Area Transit System (CATS)

CATS is no longer taking online reservations. To make a reservation, please call (575) 769-7910.

Career Spotlight

Hillcrest Park Zoo is currently seeking a knowledgeable and porblem solver to join their team as a Zoo Curator. This position operates under the direct supervision of the Zoo Director and the general supervision of the Parks & Recreation Director. The Zoo Curator is responsible for the health and welfare of all Zoo animals, coordinating Zoo vector control needs with Park Maintenance, and maintaining an on-going animal education program with all area schools and the general public. We encourage you to apply and be part of our exciting team at Hillcrest Park Zoo. Apply here.

Clovis-Carver Public Library

The following monthly highlights are scheduled for the month of May, please view the calendar for a full list of events:

• Friends of the Library Book Sale: May 3 & 4 starting at 11:30 A.M. 
• Genealogy Workshop: Saturday, May 18 at 10:00 A.M.
• Classic Literature Book Club: Tuesday, May 21 at 6:00 P.M.
• Tabletop Role Playing Games with G. Michael Rapp: Saturday, May 18 at 1:00 P.M.
• Movie Day: Monday, May 13 at 6:00 P.M. *The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe
• Community Blood Drive, in the Ingram Room at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, May 24 pre-register at www.bloodhero.com

Clovis Connections

The City of Clovis is setting out on a project to tell the story of WHY this community is special. The Clovis community holds a rich history and that it takes a special community of people to make up everything Clovis has to offer – from arts, culture, dining, local commerce, and current events. The goal of the new storytelling campaign, #ClovisConnections, is to tell Clovis’ story by highlighting the people — business owners, artists & artisans, neighbors, visitors, community leaders, Cannon Air Force Base members, and the like — and places and experiences that make up the community’s social tapestry and sense of place.

Here’s where you come in: if you live, work, or play in Clovis or Curry County, we want to hear from you about the memories, stories, acts of kindness, and daily activities that make the community a special and vital place for you, your friends, your family, your colleagues, and your social network. SUBMIT YOUR STORY HERE.

If you are interested in telling us your story and contributing to our community storytelling project, please fill out this form. Our staff will review your submission and get in touch with you in a timely fashion to work on telling your story. For any questions, comments, or concerns, please send an email to mdarrow@cityofclovis.org. #HeartfeltConnections #EndlessHorizons

Clovis Regional Airport

Check your flight status on Denver Air Connections, here.

Crime Tip Hotline

Residents can help keep our community safe with the Clovis Police Department’s (CPD) crime-tip hotline. If you see something, say something, and report crime sightings or suspicious activity to the CPD.

To easily report a crime tip, click here or text a top to 847411. All tips are confidential. This easy-to-use option provides an additional way for you to get connected to the CPD and help fight crime. Please don’t hesitate to call 911 or the non-emergency number, 575-763-9472, to report a crime or suspicious activity.

Curry County Recovery Resources

View the various recovery resources, here.

Holiday Reminders

The next City of Clovis office closure will be on Monday, May 27, 2024, to observe Memorial Day.

Meetings & Updates

The following meetings are scheduled for the month of May:

• City Commission Meeting: May 2, 2024, 5:15 P.M. at the North Annex, Clovis-Carver Public Library.
• Planning & Zoning Commission: May 8, 2024, 3:00 P.M. at the North Annex, Clovis-Carver Public Library.
• City Commission Meeting: May 16, 2024, 5:15 P.M. at the North Annex, Clovis-Carver Public Library.
• Parks, Recreation & Beautification Committee: May 20, 2024, 5:30 P.M. at the North Annex, Clovis-Carver Public Library.

Parks & Recreation

• Aquatic Center
  • Pool Deck Walking: Do you like to walk outside but it’s too cold? Come walk with us at the City of Clovis Aquatic Center. Our pool deck is warm & free from the outside elements. It’s FREE – just sign up at the Aquatic Center Front Desk.
  • Mommy & Me, Pop & Tots: The Aquatic Center encourages parents and caregivers to teach water competency to children ages 6 months to 6 years of age. Monday & Wednesdays 10 A.M. – 11 A.M. This class is free but registration is required. Register now.
  • Senior Aquatic Fitness Classes: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:00 A.M.
  • Homeschool Swim: Fridays at 11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. $2 per person, swim fee applies.
• Hillcrest Park Zoo
  • New encounter alert! Guests can now have an up close and personal encounter with Alexander Camelton, the Zoo’s Bactrian camel. The price is $35.
  • Love the Zoo Beautification Event: Saturday, May 11, 2024, from 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.
• Roy Walker Recreation Center
  • Free yoga classes will be held every Wednesday at 6:00 P.M. in the month of February.
  • Kickboxing will be held every Tuesday & Thursday at 6:00 P.M.
• Summer Youth Program
  • The 2024 Summer Youth Program will be held from June 3 – July 26, 2024, at the Youth Recreation Building, located at 1504 E 7th St, Clovis, NM 88101 in Clovis. The hours of the program will be 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a 30-minute drop off/pick up period before and after the program each day. Breakfast, lunch and snacks will be provided daily, and field trips will also be organized throughout the summer.
  • More Information & Registration Information available here.

Senior Center

The following monthly highlights are scheduled for May, please view the calendars for a full list of events:

• Friendship Center Closed to move to Hillcrest Senior Life Center: Thursday, May 2, 2024 – Wednesday, May 15, 2024.
• Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting: Thursday, May 16th, 2024. 9:00 A.M. – 7:00 P.M.
• Powerwalking: Friday, May 17 & 24 at 9:00 A.M.
• English Tea: Friday, May 24, 2024 at 2:00 P.M.
• Bingo: Tuesday May 21 & 28, 2024 at 1:30 P.M.
  • View the Friendship Senior Center May events calendar, here.

Sign up for NIXLE

Sign up to receive emergency notifications from the City of Clovis! By signing up for the NIXLE program, residents and business owners can receive City-related emergency alerts and City announcements, including snow emergencies and other weather-related alerts.

Get alerts the way you want to receive them. Residents can receive NIXLE notifications by text message and/or by email. To sign up for NIXLE, click here. Residents can also sign up by texting “88101” to 888777 or sign up on www.nixle.com. For questions, please contact the Office of Emergency Management at 575-763-9494.