The Full Benefits Package: Park Redevelopment for the Environment and Community

The City of Los Angeles, California saw an opportunity for improvement through redeveloping the land adjacent to the Los Angeles River (previously used for warehousing, vehicle repair, and fueling operations) to a Park to increase the total recreation center acreage to about ten acres and to implement environmentally positive water quality improvements systems to minimize harmful pollutants in the area. Some key construction items included inspection of underground vault units, subgrade preparation, and placement of geotextiles and liners as well as keeping the local community informed through constant communication. Redevelopment can create and/or add to community assets while also benefitting the environment, thus elevating the quality of life for surrounding members of the community.