East Downtown Los Alamos MRA Plan Feedback Open Until December 31

Published on December 18, 2024

Los Alamos County is seeking community feedback through open comment available until December 31, 2024, to help shape the East Downtown Los Alamos Metropolitan Redevelopment Area (MRA) Plan. Residents can also watch the recording of the public forum held on December 16, 2024, at Council Chambers to learn more about the plan and the project’s next steps at lacnm.com/WatchMRAForumRecording.

The MRA Plan aims to address issues such as vacant properties, low commercial activity, and deteriorating infrastructure. It will identify community-supported projects, programs, and policies to revitalize the designated area in downtown Los Alamos. The plan adheres to the New Mexico Metropolitan Redevelopment Code, which enables cities and counties to overcome development barriers through public-private partnerships. 

Initial assessments in May and December 2023 documented the area's conditions, confirming its eligibility for MRA designation. Since late 2018, Los Alamos MainStreet has engaged with local businesses and property owners regarding the MRA zone's benefits. At the request of the County, Los Alamos MainStreet and Anthropulus Design & Planning are assisting in the designation and planning process. The proposed East Downtown Los Alamos MRA boundary was adopted by resolution at the County Council meeting on May 7, 2024. 

Residents are encouraged to provide feedback online at lacnm.com/EDLAMRAFeedback. Learn more about the project at lacnm.com/LosAlamosMRA.