A Park Renaissance In Los Angeles

Nature is working its way into Los Angeles, where only 10% of the land within city limits is designated as open space.

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November 7, 2000, 8:00 AM PST

By Chris Steins @planetizen


"Flush with money from a booming economy and a massive state park bond, politicians and activists are hatching plans to transform the urban environment as never before. From South Gate to Tujunga, they are working to convert blighted land into parks, bikeways and nature preserves as they continue to fight sources of pollution."

Thanks to Chris Steins

Tuesday, November 7, 2000 in The Los Angeles Times

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