Excitement. Opportunity. Progress. Welcome to the future of Albuquerque.

Cities need economic revenue generators to grow and sustain the businesses and neighborhoods they support. Albuquerque has an incredible opportunity to endorse a project that will revitalize downtown and position Albuquerque as a regional destination with increased family leisure options, improved convention business, space for multi-purpose events, and most importantly, improved quality of life for New Mexico citizens.

Albuquerque is making a leap forward for all New Mexicans, and it should be valuable to all of us. This is a tangible civic and broader community asset that will allow out of town visitors to make a significant contribution to gross receipts taxes while creating a significant economic impact in Albuquerque.

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More viability assessment updates will be available mid-November. Please check back frequently for updates.

What people are saying:

"With a new 12,000 seat event center and 550 room hotel, Albuquerque will join the ranks of other prosperous and growing metropolitan areas. Both the City and the State of New Mexico can maximize their existing Convention Center and Rail Runner investments by making them part of this new regional destination for sports, entertainment, conventions and tourism. The benefits of this investment will accrue to Albuquerque and the entire state."

~Mayor Martin Chavez, City of Albuquerque

"This project is exactly the boost that Albuquerque needs to remain competitive in the convention and meeting industry. When completed, it will bring millions of dollars from convention attendees, encourage new economic development and improve the quality of life for residents.”

~ Dale Lockett, President & CEO of Albuquerque Convention & Visitors Bureau

"This project is the perfect way to make a significant amount of progress in Albuquerque's downtown."

~ Brian Morris, Executive Director of the Downtown Action Team