INTER-OFFICE MEMORANDUM February 2, 2026
TO: Klarissa J. Peña, President, City Council
FROM: Timothy M. Keller, Mayor
SUBJECT:
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Submission of a Grant Application to the State of New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD) for funding through the New Mexico Land and Water Conservation Grant Program
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The Parks and Recreation Department is submitting an application to New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD) for the Crestview Bluffs Park Project. The requested grant amount is $500,000 with a 1:1 local match requirement of $500,000.
The Crestview Bluffs Park project cost is estimated at $3,000,000. The remaining project funding could come from a mixture of additional grant funding, State Capital Outlay, and General Obligation Bonds.
The project scope is to develop Crestview Bluffs Park as a new neighborhood park. The park will provide accessible, family-oriented recreation within an underserved area of Albuquerque. This project will transform a vacant property into a fully programmed public space with a mix of active and passive amenities.
TITLE OF EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATION: Submission of a Grant Application to the State of New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD) for funding through the New Mexico Land and Water Conservation Grant Program
Approved: Approved as to Legal Form:
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Samantha Sengel, EdD Date Lauren Keefe Date
Chief Administrative Officer City Attorney
Recommended:
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David J. Simon Date
Director, Parks and Recreation Department