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Downtown Forward

Information about Downtown Albuquerque revitalization.
In 2023, The Keller Administration and the City of Albuquerque's Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency (MRA) took significant strides toward transforming what families can expect from our urban core. From increased safety with APD's TEAM program and dozens of free, family-friendly Burque Live cultural events, to 24/7 responses from ACS to investments in housing and the Rail Trail, visitors and locals alike had more options for fun, safe, and engaging ways to enjoy downtown. This year, we are building on these improvements and reaching out even further into the community as we continue to move Downtown Forward.
 
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Amy Biehl Roars into Downtown with Collaborative Mural

A bold new mural is bringing color and creativity to the Very Special Arts (VSA) Parking Garage in Downtown Albuquerque. The artwork features a lion, the mascot of Amy Biehl Charter High School, and incorporates vegetation that matches the new Parking Parquito mural on the opposite end of the garage.

ABH Lion Mural

Community Connect Downtown 

24 Downtown Albuquerque property owners are receiving a total of $461,167.80 in Community Connect Downtown Security Camera grants to install more than 60 security cameras connected to APD’s Real Time Crime Center (RTCC).

Central Ave with a temporary park and seating area installed

Downtown Outreach

Whether it's infrastructure improvements, safety concerns, or community events, you deserve to be notified first. Join our directory to build better relationships and communication in Downtown Albuquerque. 

Sign up now to join our network and stay informed.

Downtown Plan Open House

Forward Ahead

Tax Increment Financing (TIF) 

2025 legislation allows TIF districts to be created across entire Metropolitan Redevelopment Areas with approved plans, including gross receipts tax (GRT) revenue, in addition to property tax. This change significantly increases potential TIF revenue, enabling larger-scale redevelopment projects.

Learn more about TIF here.

Support for a Business Improvement District (BID)

MRA is collaborating with local business leaders to reconstitute a Downtown BID. City staff is actively fostering collaboration among key stakeholders to contribute to the successful creation of this downtown coordination initiative.

Downtown 2025 Plan

MRA is updating the Downtown Redevelopment Plan. This update will present a fresh and ambitious vision for the future of downtown. The plan will provide a roadmap to grow our flourishing community in a way that can attract new residents, businesses, and visitors to Downtown.

Track progress on the downtown plan update here.

 

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