Summary
A public commenter cited Mid Valley News reporting that El Monte has just 0.4 acres of park per 1,000 residents versus a 3.3-acre national average — and argued police funding should be shifted to parks.
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Last discussed Mar 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
Residents would gain if park space were expanded; currently park users contend with limited acreage.
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Adjourned City Council Meeting - Mar 16, 2026
A public commenter cited Mid Valley News reporting that El Monte has just 0.4 acres of park per 1,000 residents versus a 3.3-acre national average — and argued police funding should be shifted to parks.
El Monte is looking in all the nooks and crannies for more parkland
El Monte is looking in all the nooks and crannies for more parkland San Gabriel Valley Tribune
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