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 Largest Competitive Grant Investment in Measure A History Funds 72 Planning and Construction Projects Across 48 Awardees
 Community leaders celebrate $78 million in new park and open space funding at Measure A Grant Awards on March 17, 2026.
On March 17, 2026, the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District (RPOSD) awarded more than $78 million in Measure A grant funding to cities, nonprofits, and public agencies across LA County. The awards will fund projects to build, plan, and improve parks, trails, beaches, rivers, and open spaces from Long Beach to the Antelope Valley and Santa Monica to Pomona.
The investment includes more than $55 million for construction projects ready to break ground within the next four years, and more than $23 million for planning and design projects that will incorporate climate resilience, public health goals, and community input. Applicants requested nearly two-and-a-half times the funding available, and in response to the strength of applications received, RPOSD increased the total award from $58 million to more than $78 million.
Nearly two-thirds of all dollars will go to communities with the greatest park need, as identified in the County's 2016 Park Needs Assessment. Many of these projects were developed with support from RPOSD's Technical Assistance Program, which helps communities with high park needs plan stronger projects and build the capacity to deliver them.
“Today is what Measure A was built for: real dollars, real projects, and real progress in communities that need parks and green space,” said Norma E. García-González, Director of the County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation and Director of the Regional Park and Open Space District. “This is the largest competitive grant investment in Los Angeles County’s history, supporting more than 70 park projects countywide. These investments expand access to nature and the outdoors, strengthen climate resilience, and advance community health — helping make Los Angeles County greener, healthier, more equitable, vibrant and socially connected for generations to come.”
Watch the highlight video from the awards ceremony and see the full list of funded projects on the 2026 Awards Page.
RPOSD's Grants System Is Getting an Upgrade
RPOSD Grants System Offline April 25 - May 18
RPOSD is moving to a new grants management system that will make it easier for grantees to manage their awards, track Measure A balances and prior grants, and access information about past RPOSD investments. As part of the transition, the current system will be offline from April 25 through approximately May 18, 2026.
Registered users should have received a notice with details on what to expect. If your agency has had recent staff changes, please make sure the right people are registered and informed.
Questions? Email Grants@RPOSD.LACounty.gov.
Advisory Board Meeting Reminder
 The next Measure A Citizens Oversight Advisory Board meeting will be held TODAY, April 15, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
RPOSD encourages everyone to attend, either in person or virtually. These quarterly meetings are an opportunity for the public to share their input on Measure A related topics within the Advisory Board’s purview. Details on how to attend are located on our website.
You can submit your comment in advance by emailing info@rposd.lacounty.gov or using the online form on the Advisory Board webpage.
Your Measure A Dollars at Work
Growing Back What Fires Took
After the January 2025 wildfires burned through parks and natural areas across LA County, RPOSD committed $4.25 million through its RESTORE Funding Program to provide emergency funding to park agencies directly impacted by the disaster. The Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation received a RESTORE grant of $1 million to build the Eaton Canyon Landscape Recovery Center, which supports ecological restoration in areas impacted by the Eaton and Hughes Fires. The Center opened on March 7, 2026.
The Center serves as a native plant nursery and restoration hub. So far, crews have amassed 200 native trees and 1,000 native shrubs and understory plants, many of which were raised from a local seed library established before the 2025 fires even began. These plants were selected for both ecological value and cultural significance to the Gabrielino Tongva people. They serve as a living bridge between the landscape that was lost and the resilient forest now being cultivated. This process ensures that the unique genetic heritage of the local ecosystem is preserved for generations to come. Volunteers have contributed thousands of hours removing invasive species and preparing the soil for native restoration. Plants grown here will help restore seven fire-damaged county parks, including Charles White Park, Farnsworth Park, and Eaton Canyon that were closed as a result of the Eaton Fire.
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The RESTORE program was designed to support recovery, strengthen resilience, and improve access to parks and open spaces in wildfire-impacted communities. By transforming sites of loss into hubs for regeneration, Measure A is fulfilling a promise to help neighborhoods rebuild with the lasting benefits of a healthy urban forest. As these native trees take root, they do more than just repair the landscape. They provide a sanctuary where residents can once again gather, heal, and reconnect with the natural beauty of the foothills.
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