Posted: April 1st, 2008

Councilmember Wendy Greuel discusses the importance of parks and recreation for the quality of life in Los Angeles. “Thank you Robert for this presentation. We often find that parks are an integral part of the community and a neighborhood and particularly for those kids who have no other option in which to play.”

“Some people unfortunately in our city think a park brings problems. I think a park brings opportunities for us.”

“It’s about prevention, it’s about our healthy environment, it’s about creating better neighborhoods and quality of life, and this report and what you’re doing really helps us in that way.”

“We know that if development happens on some of those potential parklands we will never get that land back for park space, never ever. I think it behooves us, and it is very important for us, to take a leadership role here. So I appreciate your presentation and Mr. LaBonge suggesting that you come here to the council chambers to look at ways in which we can better our community and environment.”

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