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Tuesday, Oct 27, 2009
Councilwoman Hahn Dedicates Wilmington Vest Park
Councilwoman Hahn, joined by City Attorney Carmen Trutanich, LAPD officers and community members, cuts the ribbon on the new park.
Councilwoman Hahn honors community activist Salvador Lara at the ribbon cutting.
The sun was shining all over Los Angeles yesterday, but it shined especially brightly on the Cruces Community in Wilmington.
Over the last two years, there have been a lot of positive changes in the neighborhood. Just a short while ago, the park at Watson and O Street was a dilapidated area where there was a lot more drug dealing than playing going on. But two and a half years ago, the city and law enforcement came together with the community to say enough is enough.
And now, crime is way down in this community. My office has worked to repave streets, improve lighting and fix sidewalks. We now have a beautiful mural here for all to enjoy. And the community has truly banded together to make this neighborhood a place to be proud of.
Yesterday, we dedicated this beautiful park, where kids in the community will have a safe, friendly place to play. They will be able to enjoy a state-of-the-art playground with all-new equipment, including swings, slides, climbing structures, and a brand new play surface.
What’s been done here is a powerful testament to what the will of the community can do when everyone works together to achieve a common vision. And the new park has been a great coordination of efforts on behalf of residents and city departments.
Thanks to everyone who came out yesterday, and I hope that all of the children in the neighborhood will enjoy this park for many years to come!
Posted at 12:00 AM