Environmental

At our August 11 meeting we approved two statements protecting our community health from truck emmissions and smoke shops.

The AB 617 Clean Community School Initiative is currently accepting applications from privately-owned school bus owners and operators to replace diesel, compressed natural gas or propane school buses with zero-emission school buses and charging infrastructure.

Proposed upgrades, include new landscaping, enhanced sports and fitness areas, improved walking paths, site amenities, and increased accessibility.

The Tree Ambassador Program provides workforce development for young adults in Watts to learn more about Urban Forestry, while contributing to the greening of their local neighborhoods.

The Yardners program is a free gardening program for Watts residents. You will be given an all-expenses-paid garden for your home, built by Watts' very own Amigos Nursery.

Community input will be critical for the Park Needs Assessment, and RAP is inviting members of the community to join engagement events, fill out surveys, and share their park needs.

ESRBC will be going door-to-door in Watts, spreading awareness about the Better Watts Initiative study on lead in some water in Watts.

The Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI) and our partner East Side Riders Bike Club (ESRBC) are excited to launch an e-bike lending pilot program for residents of Watts, Willowbrook, and Compton.

Apply by September 6 for the chance to drive ambitious climate action, raise awareness, and engage Angelenos on solutions while working with leaders and experts in the field.

The week of June 22, 2022 the U.S. Green Building Council Los Angeles Chapter opened the #Watts Healing Garden for Violent Crime Survivors. Project leader Oya Sherrills plans to fill Read More