San Pedro Mainstreet & Streetscaping
Rendering, City of Albuquerque, 2024
Councilor Gibson began this project prior to Councilor Fiebelkorn taking office. Councilor Fiebelkorn has since worked to propel this project forward, which is now in phase 2. This project aims to curate improvements to San Pedro Road from I-40 to Lomas Boulevard that would create sustainability, function, preservation and economic growth in this corridor.
The project is in phase 2 which is currently at 30% design, with renderings completed and early conversations starting with businesses/property owners being started.
There are more public engagement activities anticipated in 2025.
Capital Outlay funding for this project was provided by Representative Cristina Parajón, and Senators Antionette Sedillo Lopez and Bill Tallman.
Revitalize San Pedro
Councilor Fiebelkorn is proud to support the Revitalize San Pedro Project, which is seeking Main Street designation for San Pedro and working to improve the shopping and pedestrian/biking experience in that corridor. Councilor Fiebelkorn has provided a council directed sponsorship to support this important economic development work in our community.
Background and Goals
- Property value increase
- Increase customer traffic
- Crime reduction
- Create district identity and neighborhood cohesion
- Create a walkable, pedestrian friendly environment
The MainStreet Movement
As a Main Street America program, the San Pedro Corridor would be joining a network of small towns, mid-sized communities, urban commercial districts, thousands of organizations, individuals, volunteers, local leaders, and businesses working together to breathe new life into the places people call HOME.
New Mexico MainStreet provides a variety of FREE technical assistance, service and supports to its 30MainStreet programs and their businesses throughout the state, as well as funding when available. These extensive resources would be available to the San Pedro Corridor as well, if it completes the Main Street designation process.
A Movement of Community Changemakers
Main Street empowers communities to set their own destinies. While revitalization is challenging work, the Main Street program offers a road-map for locally-owned, locally-driven prosperity. Across the country, thousands of communities have used the Main Street Approach to transform their economies, leverage local leadership, and improve overall quality of life.
For more info about the MainStreet Movement: MainStreet.org | Nmmainstreet.org
Recent Accomplishments for Revitalized San Pedro
- Designated a New Mexico MainStreet “Urban Neighborhood Commercial Corridor” initiative, creating access to technical assistance, training, and funding sources
- Solicited community input to develop 18-month RSPP Action Plan for San Pedro Corridor Revitalization
- Secured $3,000 grant and matching donations to host a Creative Placemaking Contest, resulting in the winning Pop Up Event Kit
- Launched Pop Up Event Kit at Small Business Saturday “Pop Up Promenade” event with five participating businesses
- Hosted quarterly RSPP Business Connections gatherings, since June 2022
- Connected businesses to APD and appropriate City Depts.
- Secured CABQ support in prioritizing funding and attention to the San Pedro Corridor
- Supported Mile-Hi Farmers Market since its launch in 2014
- Successfully advocated for street calming measures, improved street lighting, and Mile Hi District signs and banners
- Advocated for streetscape assessments with funding secured for future improvements by City utilized newsletters, social media, and public
- Ongoing conversations with neighborhood associations, business owners, and Revitalize San Pedro Partnerships
Reports
Phase 1: Studies completed for phase 2 implementation
Phase 2: Conduct the second phase of planning to introduce trees and other landscaping and widen sidewalks along San Pedro from Central Ave. to I-40 to spur economic growth in the area
Community Engagement
Revitalize San Pedro Partnership
Site and Surroundings
The project aims to curate improvements to San Pedro Road from I-40 to Lomas Boulevard that would create sustainability, function, preservation and economic growth in this corridor.
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