LOS ANGELES (KABC) — One of Los Angeles’ most iconic parks is getting a major boost.<\/p>\n
On Wednesday, the city unveiled a $40 million plan to transform MacArthur Park, focusing on cleaner water and a greener future.<\/p>\n
Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez said the project will change how the park’s lake operates, which will move away from drinking water and toward capturing and reusing stormwater.<\/p>\n
“It’s about transforming how we care for this space, capturing, treating, and reusing storm water to improve water quality, reduce pollution and create a cleaner healthier environment for the thousands of families who rely on this park every single day,” she said.<\/p>\n
That means less pollution flowing into Ballona Creek and Santa Monica Bay, and less reliance on drinking water. However, it’s not just about what’s underground.<\/p>\n
“This project is not just about water quality, it’s about what this community is owed,” said Board of Public Works Commissioner John Grant. “A cascading water feature, a bridge, trees, educational signage in English and Espa\u00f1ol, a park that looks like it belongs to the people that live here.”<\/p>\n
City leaders said it builds on more than $27 million already spent to improve safety and community programs the park. Construction is expected to begin this fall.<\/p>\n
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