Connecting With Communities About Parks and Recreation

The Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation is hosting over 60 public meetings in September to connect with the public and gather input to inform decision-making and resource allocation.

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August 27, 2024, 10:00 AM PDT

By Clement Lau


Throughout the month of September, the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) will hold community meetings at 67 parks and nature centers across the county. These meetings offer the public the opportunity to meet park staff and hear about the programs, projects, and events at parks and nature centers. Community members will also be able to share suggestions and priorities for their local park and nature center. The input gathered will help shape DPR's budget for the new fiscal year.  

Last year, DPR released its Strategic Plan, which was created to guide the agency's direction, decision-making, and growth from 2023 to 2028. The Plan sets forth a course of action for both DPR's internal improvements and external work across L.A. County. It also establishes benchmarks to track progress and ensure that DPR is meeting the stated goals. The Plan was developed with extensive public and staff engagement and based on an anti-racism, diversity, and inclusion-focused framework.

DPR is committed to prioritizing funding and staffing for programming and park access initiatives that redress social, racial, gender-based, and environmental injustice in L.A. County, especially in the most vulnerable communities. As part of the Strategic Plan, DPR is making efforts to strengthen communication and engagement with the communities it serves. Hosting annual public meetings is a key part of this commitment and reflects progress being made to implement the Plan. For dates and locations of meetings, please visit the source link.

Thursday, August 15, 2024 in Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation

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