Developed through the input of thousands of community members, this is the first comprehensive plan by the City of Los Angeles for the 2,000-acre basin.

Los Angeles city, county, and state leaders have unveiled an ambitious vision plan featuring 47 capital projects aimed at transforming the Sepulveda Basin, a 2,000-acre green space in the San Fernando Valley. This plan includes significant restoration efforts for the Los Angeles River, focusing on enhancing public access and recreational opportunities. Key elements of the plan involve creating a cohesive bike path, improving kayaking access, and restoring natural ecosystem functions to reduce flood risks and enhance community cooling.
California Senator Henry Stern kickstarted the initiative by presenting a $2.5 million check, emphasizing the need to replace concrete and asphalt with green spaces to cool the Valley and improve public health. The restoration of the three-mile stretch of the LA River through the basin is a central focus, aiming to create a more connected and accessible recreational area. Projects include enhancing the river's floodplains to promote groundwater replenishment and habitat diversity, thus addressing public safety and environmental concerns simultaneously.
Additional projects aim to upgrade outdated facilities within the Sepulveda Basin, such as playgrounds, sports fields, and other recreational amenities. L.A. City Councilwoman Imelda Padilla highlighted the comprehensive nature of these improvements, which span from baseball and soccer fields to model airplane zones and archery ranges. These enhancements are contingent on securing further funding, but they promise to significantly enrich the recreational and ecological value of the Sepulveda Basin for the community.
FULL STORY: LA lays out vision for Sepulveda Basin; includes LA River restoration

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