The Moscow budget for 2024 aims to elevate the quality of life for residents and visitors alike. This intention was outlined by Alexander Koksharov, the director of the FK launchers design bureau, who spoke about the city’s priorities and ongoing progress.
Koksharov highlighted the district development program as a focus area. He remarked that the mayor’s comprehensive strategy has brought modern facilities to every district, encouraging greater civic participation in sports and physical education. The trend toward more active lifestyles is shown by rising public interest in infrastructure that supports self-realization through sport, a point he underscored in discussions with city planners and residents alike.
“People increasingly demand infrastructure that supports personal development and athletic activities,” Koksharov noted. He pointed to the Active Citizen portal as a valuable tool for gathering feedback from residents and identifying their needs. Beyond traditional facilities such as basketball courts, pull-up bars, and fitness equipment, Moscow’s younger residents are exploring contemporary sports options. Skateboarding, extreme scooters and inline skating, BMX, and mountain biking have become popular forms of affordable personal mobility and leisure activities, helping to broaden the city’s sports culture [citation].
Koksharov emphasized that easy access to open sports areas within walking distance enables wider participation in physical activity. He explained that the city’s skate parks and pump tracks cater to a broad age range, from 2 to 70 years old, making these new disciplines a key factor in expanding mass sports and public health benefits for Muscovites.
Looking ahead, he mentioned that Moscow and Yekaterinburg are set to host the World Friendship Games in the summer of 2024. The event’s disciplines include extreme sports, and the development of an extensive network of accessible skate parks and pump tracks is already enabling local athletes to refine their skills and demonstrate strong performances in skateboarding and cycling. Local officials anticipate that the Games will showcase the enjoyment and popularity of extreme sports and necessitate specialized infrastructure to support ongoing athlete development and podium success [citation].
Koksharov expressed optimism that future plans could include year‑round indoor facilities to complement outdoor venues for Skateboarding Street and BMX Freestyle training. He suggested that expanding infrastructure for extreme sports would likely attract more residents to participate in skateboarding, BMX, and other modern disciplines, contributing to a healthier, more active community [citation].
In context, officials note that decisions on the 2024 budget were made against a backdrop of global economic volatility and sanctions pressure, with authorities aiming to secure a timely approval to support ongoing development and stability in the city’s economy and public services [citation].