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.
-We seek to empower members in addressing issues that may arise with municipalities, entities, and non-member individuals affecting the enjoyment of their homes and neighborhood.
-MTPNA promotes the building and sustaining of Community and Neighborly Relationships through Projects, Events, Goodwill, and FUN!
Membership
* All individuals are encouraged to become members (home owners, renters, property owners ,and businesses) within the boundaries of MTPNA -> Constitution (north), Lomas (south), Washington (east), and Carlisle (west).
* Live beyond the MTPNA boundary yet want to receive our emails and newsletters? Sign up and let us know in the message box.
* MTPNA has no membership fees. We depend entirely on Your Donations for all of our EVENTS & PROJECTS.
* Suggested ANNUAL DONATION is $15. All donations are Appreciated!
Please Support MTPNA's neighborly efforts be sure to click on the "DONATE" TAB
notices
Our STREETS Need Your Help! Please review the concerns and your board's request by CLICKING on "ISSUES" TAB.
Next Board Meeting December 2, 2026 @ 6:30 pm. Email [email protected] for details. If you are bringing an issue before the board, please limit your comments to 10 minutes with 5 minutes for clarifying questions. We take all concerns seriously and welcome your input.
HELP BY VOLUNTEERING- plan/set up/ tear down at gatherings & events. A few hours of your time makes a big difference to your community! Email us at [email protected] to let us know you want to help.
CLICK on the "MEMBERSHIP" TAB to receive our Newsletters & Emails
SUPPORT YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD
Valentines & Coffee, Make a Mosaic, Young Family Gatherings, Potlucks, National Night Out, Solstice Balloons, Luminarias & Caroling, and more, are how 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
766 Montclaire 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.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Next Board Meeting December 2, 2026 @ 6:30 pm. All neighbors are welcome. Email [email protected] for details. If you are bringing an issue before the board, please limit your comments to 10 minutes with 5 minutes for clarifying questions. We take all concerns seriously and welcome your input.
For more events & information in our greater community Click on "OTHER" TAB
Special thanks to bernco
We are grateful once again to Bernco for the opportunity to benefit from their Neighborhood Grant Program for the 2nd year in a row!!This year look for goodies to snack on at events, a "Movie Night in the Park", a makeover of the McDuffie Kiosk, and insurance coverage (the city insists we carry) for all of our wonderful events. This will be provided for by our collaboration with this exceptional neighborhood grant program.
THANK YOU BERNCO FOR YOUR SUPPORT, IT IS GREATLY APPRECIATED!

ISSUES & CONCERNS
Our STREETS Need Your Help!
MTPNA NEIGHBORHOOD STREETS show EXTREME WEAR:
Surface Erosion, Loose Gravel, Potholes, Uneven Surfaces,
Road Splits & Flooding.
Poor Conditions create Safety Hazards for Drivers, Walkers, and Cyclists!
- Potholes Damage tires and wheels.
- Bikers & Skaters can Loose Control, from uneven surfaces due to Road Splits.
-Property values can be Negatively affected by poor road conditions.The 4 year old (2022) road inventory by the City Department of Municipal Development indicates the Roads we Drive, Skate and Walk on were rated in POOR (51%) to FAIR (35%) condition. What further deterioration has occurred?
HOWEVER, With REPEATED DOCUMENTATION and COMMUNITY INPUT, CABQ has been known to PRIORITIZE these issues with ACTION.
MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD
MTPNA Residents, can Submit an online Street Repair Request Form.
Please CLICK HERE to begin Your Personal Street Repair Request Form
Identify & Report Potholes, Splits, Loose Gravel, Sewer Line Repair Cuts, Uneven Surfaces on the street or block where you live.
Mark your block's location on the interactive map.
Describe the problem (severe potholes, loose gravel, cracking, etc.)
Submit the form (Report multiple locations on your street or block in one request emphasizing the scope of the problem.)
You may Submit Multiple Reports over time & Encourage Neighbors to also submit the form!
FOR the INITIAL ROUND OF NOTIFICATIONS to the CITY,
PLEASE SUBMIT CONCERNS BY DECEMBER 31, 2026.
If you send a letter, document problems with photos, dates, and traffic impact notes and Copy the NA email: [email protected] so we can keep track of the number of notifications.Also Use 311 Community Contact Center (505-768-2000) for nonemergency requests to report potholes and other street problems.
Maverik Gas Station:
(The owner of the NW corner of Carlisle & Indian School)
Maverik's initial 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.
McDUFFIE PARK DOG USE POLICY:
OFF LEASH DOG ACTIVITY
is ILLEGAL IN McDUFFIE PARK.
City of Albuquerque Parks and Recreation Dept asks the public to please "Respect Fellow Park Users and Abide by the City Ordinances"
Off-leash activity is to take place in DESIGNATED DOG PARKS ONLY, and McDUFFIE PARK is NOT DESIGNATED as such . All City ordinances are enforced by policing efforts.
Special Projects
GSI, Traffic Calming, Creating a Backyard Refuge Project Information
Special projects underway! Find out more HERE

Mural Project
Other Community Info
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
AUTO BURGLARY is a crime of opportunity; vehicles are easy targets and often contain property that is attractive to thieves.
The APD Auto Theft Unit will be hosting a VIN Etching event on July 25th from 8:00 am – 1:00 pm at the Albuquerque Police Department Support Annex located at 5300 2nd St. NW.Participants should ensure they have their have driver license, current registration and proof of insurance.
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
Board of Directors
Elected: September 2026-2027
President: Rose-Ann McKernan
Vice President: & Secretary: Lorian Kostranchuk
Treasurer: Isaac Burleigh
Members at large: Mark Hyland, Vicky Kauffman, Steve Hile, Beverly DeGruyter, Taylor Stevens






