City of Farmington/Downtown Farmington: A MainStreet Project Print

2019 AARP Community Challenge Grantee

Project Category

Public Spaces

Project Description

Redesigning 6 blocks of Main Street will provide a slower, safer, pedestrian-friendly downtown for all users. This redesign will include the addition of lighting, shade, trees and amenities that will redefine the pocket plaza into a lively area for all ages to gather and socialize.

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Albuquerque, NM

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2019

Project Category: Public Spaces

Description: This project will provide enhancements -- including lighting, shade, signage and more -- to The Marketplace, a welcoming gathering space that bring together young and old to eat, play, and learn together at a creative hub built by the community and for the community.

Las Cruces, NM

AARP Community Challenge Grant Year: 2020

Project Category: Public Spaces

Description: To improve the quality of life for residents, this grant will provide safe bicycle storage and shade structures in the Arts Cultural District.

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