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Mission Statement The Madrid Cultural Projects (MCP) is a 501 (c) (3) organization, with a mission to preserve and protect Madrid’s historical structures and foster cultural projects, which support and promote community, provide for art, recreation and education, encourage youth projects and enhance the economic viability of our historic town.
Madrid Cultural Projects was conceived in a local coffee shop in Madrid by three women with a vision of saving the Oscar Huber Memorial Ballpark stadium from further degradation. The Madrid Cultural Projects, Inc. is dedicated to the renovation and restoration of the Oscar Huber Ballpark. All donations to the MCP are tax deductable. COMMITTEES Ballpark Committee - The Ballpark Committee is responsible for coordinating the planning, design and construction of improvements to the Oscar Huber memorial ballpark in Madrid in Santa Fe County. Initial steps include negotiating the Lease-Lease Back Agreement between the Madrid Landowner's Association and Santa Fe County, selecting a surveyor to perform topographical surveys, hiring an architect/engineer to manage the design, and overseeing all construction and inspection services. Watering Committee - The Watering Committee is responsible for maintaining the viabilty of fifteen trees and shrubs donated by Talking Talons of Edgewood. A reliable resupply of water is provided by a water catchment tank and drip irrigation system purchased and installed by MCP. Historical Society - The Historical Society is responsible for maintaining historical documents that include letters, photos, newspaper articles and artifacts relevant to the significant cultural history associated with the mining era of years ago. A contact mailing database is being developed to maintain contact with former residents and employees of the mining camp. Each July 4th Old Timers Reunion is held at the Ballpark to celebrate memories and share stories with young and old. Playground Committee - The Playground Committee is responsible for improving the playground area of the Ballpark. Recent additions in 2004 include a full size four-person adult swing set and a picnic table and a slide in 2005. Funds for the playground are obtained from fundraising events conducted at the Ballpark throughout the year. PUBLICATIONS The Starfish - The Starfish quarterly publication facilitates the mission and vision of the MCP by providing a forum for information sharing, entertainment, and community expression. The Starfish was begun independently in July 2005 and is a part of the overall MCP umbrella organization. The Starfish is free to the public at various locations throughout the Township of Madrid. Circulation July 2005: 100 copies per quarter. TO REQUEST A MAILED SUBSCRIPTION ANYWHERE IS THE U. S. ($25/year): (please put "Starfish" in the subject heading) or P. O. Box 518 Cerrillos, NM 87010 GRANT PROPOSALS The Madrid Cultural Projects, in collaboration with the Turqoise Trail Association and the Madrid Landowner's Association, made a request in January 2004 for National Scenic Byways Funding (Project #SB-2005-NM-51622) for eco-friendly waterless restrooms, public parking facilities, and an interpretive display. The grant was awarded in June 2006 for a total of $84,100.00. The project matching share is $16,820.00 for a total amount of $100,920.00. The purpose of the grant agreement is to construct public restroom facilities, improve parking, and develop an outdoor interpretive display. Construction is scheduled to begin in mid September 2006. MONTHLY MEETINGS The Madrid Cultural Projects meets the first Monday of the month at 6:00 pm. Call Liz at 505-603-8599 for current location of next scheduled meeting. You can also view the minutes from previous meetings.
CONTACT US
info@madridculturalprojects.org MADRID CULTURAL PROJECTS, INC. P. O. BOX 713 CERRILLOS, NM 87010 RELATED LINKS
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