Approving And Authorizing The Acceptance Of Grant Funds From The New Mexico State Highway And Transportation NMDOT Department And Providing An Appropriation To The Parks And Recreation Department Fiscal Years 2026 (Fiebelkorn, by request)

This resolution approves the acceptance of a $185,000 grant from the New Mexico State Highway and Transportation Department (NMDOT) for the Parks and Recreation Department. These funds will support an AMPA-Wide Youth Bicycle/Pedestrian Safety Education Program for Fiscal Year 2026. The program aims to educate youth on multimodal transportation, promote cycling and walking, reduce traffic congestion, and improve air quality. The City will provide a cash match of $31,527 and cover $32,479 in indirect costs, bringing the total project cost to $249,006.

This grant will fund educational programs to improve youth safety when cycling and walking, promoting healthier and more sustainable transportation options for Albuquerque's young residents.

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