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The McDuffie-Twin Parks Neighborhood Association (MTPNA) was formed in 2006 with the goal of enhancing the community while honoring the social, environmental, cultural, and historic needs and interests of our residents.MTPNA seeks to empower members to address issues they may have with municipalities, entities, and non-member individuals that affect the enjoyment of their homes and neighborhood.In addition MTPNA promotes the building and sustaining of Community and Neighborly Relationships through Projects, Events, Goodwill, and FUN!

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All individuals (home owners, renters, property owners and businesses) within the boundaries of MTPNA are encouraged to become members. The MTPNA boundaries are Constitution (north), Lomas (south), Washington (east), and Carlisle (west).Complete the FORM BELOW to sign up for our Newsletter & Informational Emails.
If you live beyond these boundaries you can still receive our newsletter and emails. Simply use this form and let us know in the "Message" box .To support our events and projects be sure to click on the DONATE TAB

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UPCOMING EVENTS:

Valentines, Make a Mosaic Day, Young Family Gatherings, National Night Out, Solstice Balloons, Luminarias and Caroling are ways we celebrate Neighborliness!Volunteers are always needed to help with planning, set up and clean up. Make sure you're on our email list (CLICK on the Membership TAB) to receive our Newsletter and
Check this WEBSITE often to see what's coming up and how to lend a hand!

SUPPORT OUR NEIGHBORHOOD

The MTPNA Board of Directors is a Volunteer Service provided by your neighbors to support and expand the “gatherings” that help enrich our community.Events and Projects serve to bring neighbors together, yet many don’t realize the Costs incurred. With our small operating budget we rrely heavily on Your SupportPlease Consider Donating Today!
A Base Yearly Donation of $15 helps maintain our current offerings.
A $25 or $50 or $100 donation provides Greater Opportunities to enrich and grow!
You can specify an event or project when you donate, or if you prefer just make a general donation.No donation is too small or too large. All the monies will be used to keep our efforts moving forward promoting a rich, aesthetic, fun and friendly neighborhood!Thank you for your ongoing generosity and support!To make a Donation, you can use VENMO (link below) or mail a check to:
MTPNA
4137 Marble Ave NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
_{The McDuffie-Twin Parks Neighborhood Association is not a registered 501(c)(3) organization.
Therefore donations to MTPNA are not tax-deductible.}

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Neighborhood Issues

There are currently 2 significant changes to our neighborhood on the City agenda:

1.Changes to Zoning for residential neighborhoods.*YOU are encouraged to speak (written, Zoom, or in person) at the next City Council Meeting,
5pm Wednesday, 2/15/2026.
Sign up before 3:30 on Wednesday.To give comment Wednesday 2/8/26 Sign up HereTHE AGENDA ITEM YOU WILL WANT TO DESIGNATE ON THE FORM TO SPEAK REGARDING IS "O-26-2"

Upzoning
“The City has committed to continually improving the Integrated Development Ordinance (IDO) through a Biennial Update process. The update for 2025 includes many proposed zoning reforms with the goal of encouraging housing that gives families more options, makes neighborhoods more walkable, and helps lower housing costs.” (Cabq Planning site)The Land Use Planning and Zoning (LUPZ) committee had their second hearing on proposed Upzoning in the city’s Integrated Development Ordinance.Three of the five members supported amendments to remove permissive use of townhomes and duplexes in R1 zoning, as well as removing retail elements (Bodegas) in R1 zoning. The three also supported amendments removing zoning changes along transit corridors and activity centers that could have increased taxes on thousands of residents.These amendments were in addition to a major amendment proposed in the first LUPZ meeting removing forced rezonings on nearly all single-family properties, with that item being passed in the first hearing.At this time, the City Council will be voting on amendments to upzoning that would:
· Not automatically reclassify all R1, single-family properties to a zone allowing duplexes, townhomes, casitas.
· Not allow small commercial establishments (Bodegas) on corner lots.On Wednesday, February 18, the nine-member Albuquerque City Council will be meeting.
On the agenda will be the amendments to the Integrated Development Ordinance.The meeting will be held in the City Council Chambers in the basement of city hall beginning at 5:00 p.m. You can sign up to speak at the meeting by going to the City Council web page or simply go to the meeting.“The City Council will review proposed updates for 2025 and make a final decision on the bill (O-26-2). Council can amend or remove any proposed change or add new changes through Floor Amendments, which will each be voted on separately. The changes are legislative in nature, so the public is able to speak directly to Councilors.“ (Cabq Planning Site)Review the biennial process here:Review initial proposed changes on the project webpage Here:Most recent (January 28, 2026) changes to the IDO are found on this link.

2. gas station at Carlisle and Indian School
Maverik Gas Station UpdateThe City hearing (ZHE) for the Maverik Gas Station’s conditional use permit is not listed on the March ZHE calendar but could still be assigned to the March 18 hearing date. The case number has been assigned. Comments made online require this hearing/case number:
CU - 2026 – 0005
Click here to reach the Public Comment Site:To register to speak at the Zoom hearing you must go through the ZHE calendar and follow the directions, once the case is assigned, Click HereThe most pertinent issues to address around the conditional use permit were summarized in the last Maverik update sent out to all on the MTPNA mail list and are presented again below.The specific IDO criteria are found here
Starting on Page 518 And span IDO 14-16-6-6 (A) (c) (a) through (f): The application must:1.Be consistent with the ABQ Comp Plan.2.Not create a significant adverse impact on adjacent properties, or surrounding area.3. Not increase traffic congestion, parking congestion, noise, or vibration without sufficient mitigation.4.Not increase nonresidential activity within 300 feet of a residential zone district between the hours of 10:00 P.M. and 6:00 A.M.5. Not negatively impact pedestrian or transit connectivity.Information from the previous update:
Health and Safety:
1. Maverik would be the 4th station at that intersection and Maverik stations tend to pump about 3 times more gas than the existing stations currently do now. This fourth station increases our exposure to chemicals known to cause health problems.2. Maverik’ presence will increase the number of large tanker trucks attempting to maneuver the intersection going to/from delivery of fuel and convenience store products.3. The increased temporary traffic in the area, at an already busy intersection, increases danger for pedestrians and bike traffic, as well as vehicle traffic.4. Corner gas stations are limited to one entrance per frontage road. Maverik is requesting a variance to keep both entrances on Indian School, increasing in and out traffic onto Indian School.5. Higher Crime:
· Research confirms that crime is higher around gas stations with high volume temporary traffic. Adding a 4th, even busier gas station, to this area increases the likelihood of criminal activity in our area. *6. Adverse impact on the existing businesses:
· The other 3 surrounding stations at this intersection may not be able to compete with Maverik, forcing their closure, once again. Once property is dedicated to fueling, significant clean-up is required before any other use. That clean-up cost is prohibitive, leaving a blighted area again in our community.
Inconsistent with City Planning:7. The Albuquerque Comprehensive Plan identifies this intersection area as an Activity Zone/Area. These areas should be developed to support the community with local retail and dining. Maverik’s focus will primarily be through traffic and interstate traffic, not enhancing the community identity.You may choose to read more and complete a survey here

Special Projects

Special projects underway! Find out more HERE

Mural Project

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_{*This project has only been possible thanks to the generosity of you, neighbors! Please HELP us FINISH the last few remaining walls.
Donate via the Venmo link above or mail a check-for address
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Meant for the Murals!WE THANK YOU!

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Keeping our community safe

AUTO BURGLARY is a crime of opportunity; vehicles are easy targets and often contain property that is attractive to thieves.
Large parking lots and neighborhoods with a lot of on-street parking can be prime targets for theft.
Use the easy, inexpensive tips below to reduce your risk.

WATER TIPS ( For Freezing Temperatures:) With recent temperatures dropping below freezing overnight, the Water Utility Authority reminds residents to take the following steps to avoid water loss and property damage related to frozen pipes:-Don't turn the heat all the way down when leaving your home for extended periods.-Maintain an internal temperature of 55F.
-Insulate exposed outdoor pipes and hose bibs/faucets and remove hoses from them
-Shut down and drain any sprinkler systems that haven't yet been winterized
-Know the location of your emergency water shut-off valve.Customers requiring an emergency turn-off can call 505-842-WATR (9287)

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