McDuffie-Twin Parks Neighborhood Association
(MTPNA)

Formed in 2006, McDuffie-Twin Parks Neighborhood Association’s (MTPNA) goal is to enhance the community while honoring the social, environmental, cultural, and historic needs and interests of our residents.MTPNA seeks to empower members in addressing issues they may have with municipalities, entities, and non-member individuals affecting the enjoyment of their homes and neighborhood.MTPNA also promotes the building and sustaining of Community and Neighborly Relationships through Projects, Events, Goodwill, and FUN!

Membership

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

notices

  • After recent solicitation of community input by ABQ Parks and Rec McDuffie/Hidden Park REMAINS "ON LEASH ONLY" for dog owning users. CLICK on the "ISSUES" TAB to read the full statement from Parks and Recreation Director Dave Simon.

  • WATCH FOR TRAFFIC CALMING CONSTRUCTION As of 4/20/26 at Washington and Constitution. CLICK on "PROJECTS" TAB for more information.

  • BIG Shout Out to all of you helpful neighbors who volunteered time and effort for MAKE A MOSAIC DAY, a HUGE success! And THANKS to BERNCO for funding support!

  • Next MTPNA Board Meeting: 4/22/26. All members are welcome. Email us at [email protected] to RSVP and receive address.

  • Maverik's Conditional Use request was denied as was their appeal to place a Maverik gas station at Carlisl and Indian School.

  • McDuffie Park North End Closed for Overseeding 4/8/26-5/30/26

SUPPORT YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

Valentines & Coffee, Make a Mosaic Day, Young Family Gatherings, National Night Out, Solstice Balloons, Luminarias & Caroling, and more, are the ways we Celebrate Neighborliness!

Your Volunteer MTPNA Board of Directors support Events & Projects creating a fun and engaging community. It’s easy to overlook the costs incurred to maintain these efforts. With a small operating budget we rely heavily on Your Support.

PLEASE CONSIDER DONATING TODAY!

A Base Annual Donation of $15 helps maintain our current offerings.
A $25 or $50 or $100 donation provides Greater Opportunities to enrich and grow!
No gift 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!

To make a Donation
click on the VENMO link (above or below)
Or mail your CHECK to:
MTPNA
4137 Marble Ave NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110

THANK YOU FOR YOUR ONGOING GENEROSITY & SUPPORT!

The McDuffie-Twin Parks Neighborhood Association is not a registered 501(c)(3) organization.
Therefore donations to MTPNA are not tax-deductible.

Events

UPCOMING EVENTS:

  • April 22, 2026 - MTPNA Monthly Board Meeting @ 7pm...Neighbors are always invited...For address just send an Email to- [email protected]

  • Click on "OTHER" TAB for more events & information in our greater community

Please Volunteer to help with planning, set up, or tear down at gatherings, and events. A few hours a year of your time makes a big difference to your community!
Check this WEBSITE regularly to see how you can lend a hand!
CLICK on the "MEMBERSHIP" TAB to receive our Newsletters & Emails

ISSUES & CONCERNS

McDUFFIE--HIDDEN PARK
DOG USE UPDATE

A message from Parks and Recreation Director Dave Simon:

“The characteristics of McDuffie Park, or what has been affectionately been known as Hidden Park, has given generations of Albuquerque citizens enjoyment and a sense of community identify. The charm of this unique park is well-known, but has steadily gained popularity over the years. Social media and increased awareness to the benefits of being outdoors is undoubtedly a factor.There has been much interest and debate, especially among neighbors, regarding dogs in the park, and whether or not the park should be, in whole or in part, an off-leash dog park. The Parks and Recreation Department has received a large amount of input on this question and overwhelmingly (5:1), the public is commented against any type of off-leash dog park.Part(s) of the park or any hours of the park to have designation for an off-leash dog park would be unsustainable and extremely difficult to enforce. The impacts would also be significant. The wise maxim of “primum non nocere” or “first do no harm” would be the best course for the park.Dogs are, of course, still welcome in the park! PRD asks the public to continue to respect fellow park users and abide by current City Ordinances. All established law is enforceable by City law enforcement. It is the best way to maintain the health, safety, and welfare of this beloved City destination.”

Maverik Gas Station
Request for Conditional use permit

Maverik's Conditional Use request was denied, as was their appeal As of now we know of no new development proposals for the NW corner of Carlisle and Indian School NE

Special Projects

GSI and Traffic Calming Project Information

Special projects underway! Find out more HERE

Mural Project

~This project has been possible thanks to YOUR generosity!
Please HELP us FINISH the last few remaining walls.Donate via the link below to
VENMO or
mail a CHECK to:
MTPNA
4137 Marble Ave NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110

Please indicate on your Venmo or Check memo that your
Donation is Meant for the Murals!
WE THANK YOU!

Other Community Info

"Water Conservation" Virtual Lunch and Learn Available Online

The Office of Neighborhood Coordination (ONC)'s latest Virtual Lunch and Learn with the Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority is now available on the ONC's YouTube channel.
Water conservation tips and rebates, the City aquifer, xeriscaping and other topics of interest are part of the session. You can view it, and other ONC Lunch and Learn videos,
CLICK for video

IDO UPDATE

IDO reforms that were passed at the 2/18/26 City Council
• Legalizing cottage courts, bringing new small-scale multifamily options to most of Albuquerque.
• Legalizing dormitories as a lower-cost housing option
• Allowing more office-to-residential conversions, helping repurpose underused buildings
• Improving density along our key corridors
• Lifting parking minimums in Centers and Corridors
• Smaller lot sizes allowed making it easier to create entry-level homes
CLICK To Follow Updates

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

March 31, 2026
BERNCO EMAIL SCAMS
Bernalillo County – Bernalillo County is warning residents of an email scam in which individuals are impersonating county departments and requesting payment for purported services.Residents have received emails appearing to be from Bernalillo County. In these scams, recipients are instructed to pay fees, which sometimes total tens of thousands of dollars, via wire transfer or other electronic means to email addresses that are not affiliated with Bernalillo County. Messages may include attachments labeled as invoices and may display the county seal to appear official.To avoid falling victim to scams, residents should note:
*Bernalillo County does not solicit payments to be wired via email.
*Bernalillo County does not conduct financial transactions through email.
*Official payments for Bernalillo County services are made in person at county offices, through the county’s website www.bernco.gov, or by mailing a check to an official Bernalillo County department.
*Residents are strongly encouraged to verify any payment requests or financial communications by contacting known and official Bernalillo County departments directly using published contact information.
To report a suspected scam, verify the legitimacy of a request, or ask questions about Bernalillo County services, please call the county at 505-468-7777.

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.

COmmunity links


Current Board of Directors
Elected: September 2025-2026

  • Co-Presidents: Cathy Drake and Rose-Ann McKernan

  • Vice President: Open

  • Secretary: Lorian Kostranchuk

  • Treasurer: Carol Morris

  • IT Support: Megan Henrie

  • Members at large: Robert Younger, Mark Hyland, Kristy Oreskovich, Kathy Lopez Bushnell, Vicky Kauffman, Steve Hile