A park planned with El Monte neighbors
Norwood Elementary closed more than eight years ago. The site has been fenced off ever since, and there are no other parks in the immediate neighborhood. The project will turn that land into a community park with trees, paths, a playground, and space for neighbors to gather.
El Monte residents chose these features during three community workshops.
New trees will replace asphalt and shade the park and nearby streets.
Nature-themed play areas next to traditional play equipment.
A garden where kids can learn to grow food.
Paths through the park for walking.
Tables, shade, and open space for family meals, community events, and celebrations.
Native plantings and garden space for the community.
From the first workshop to opening day
Neighbors met at the first community workshop to share ideas for the old school site.
Residents voted on park features and reviewed the concept design at two more workshops.
The project secured $9.8 million from the Los Angeles Region Safe, Clean Water Program.
Design is expected to begin in summer 2027 and construction in summer 2028. The park is expected to open in fall 2029.
The Norwood Greening Project is a partnership of the El Monte City School District, Trust for Public Land, and ActiveSGV.
Funded by the Los Angeles Region Safe, Clean Water Program.
