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Yard Watering Restrictions in Effect for April 1 – October 31, 2025

News from the Albuquerque and Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority:

Just like every year, time-of-day restrictions start April 1 and are in effect through Oct. 31. Please water plants and trees in your yard in the early morning or the evening to reduce water loss to evaporation and wind!

El Oso Grande Park Updates

The New Accessible Parking Area(s) on Osuna Road (N side of Park)

Thanks to our District 8 Councilman Champine and Aziza Chavez the CIP Project Coordinator for the Albuquerque City Council, the El Oso Grande Park now has two (2) accessible/handicapped parking spaces for easy access to the park. The parking spaces which were completed in March 2025, have ADA compliant curb cuts and ramps and are clearly marked with blue paint. The 2 spaces are located on the North side of the park along Osuna Blvd.

Our El Oso Grande Park is beautiful anytime of the year. The Oso Grande Neighborhood Association (OGNA) takes great pride in ensuring that the grass stays green and the new trees in the perimeter are thriving at El Oso Grande Park. Occasionally there have been some issues with Park maintenance but due to OGNA advocacy and the great response of the City Parks and Recreation Department the issues are quickly addressed.

February 2025 Park Update:

The City has upgraded the two Handicapped/Disability parking spaces on Osuna Rd. by widening the approach and providing proper concrete slopes as well as painting road designations and official signage. An ADA compliant 3-sided picnic table with a metal overhead shade will be embedded in cement near the Children’s Play area and a new water fountain will be installed. Also 3 more Solar lights will be installed along Osuna Rd. It is anticipated that this work will be complete by Summer 2025. Thank you Councilor Champine for your assistance with all of these projects.

See the photos below of the solar lights.