The City of Baldwin Park has been awarded a $2 million grant from the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District (RPOSD) as part of its Measure A Acquisition-Only Competitive Grant Program. This funding will support the city’s acquisition of new parkland on Puente Avenue.
“We are thrilled to receive this grant on behalf of our community,” said Baldwin Park Mayor Alejandra Avila. “This funding will allow us to address historic inequities by creating a vibrant new green space in an area that has lacked easy access to recreational opportunities. We are proud that Baldwin Park’s efforts to prioritize inclusivity, sustainability and community well-being have been recognized through this grant award, and we look forward to transforming this space into a resource that will benefit our residents for years to come.”
The county’s Measure A Acquisition-Only Competitive Grant Program aims to promote park equity by prioritizing funding for underserved areas, ensuring communities across the county can enjoy the health, environmental and social benefits of parks. On Feb. 25, the RPOSD announced roughly $17 million in grant awards to 13 agencies in Los Angeles County for its 2024 cycle. In total, eight cities and five non-governmental organizations were awarded funding to secure 632 acres of parkland, including $2 million for the City of Baldwin Park.
In acquiring the 0.5-acre parcel at 1837 Puente Avenue, the city aims to create a new pocket park that is also proximate to a wider network of parks and trails, including the future 5-mile Baldwin Park Greenway. The park is envisioned to feature amenities such as a playground, fitness equipment, a picnic area, shaded seating, restrooms and landscaping. Native and drought-tolerant plants are expected to enhance the site’s biodiversity, reduce urban heat and improve air quality.
The proposed park will also enhance the distribution of green spaces throughout the city, serving as a complement to Ana Montenegro Park, another new pocket park coming soon to the north side of Baldwin Park.
