Ana Montenegro Park

The Ana Montenegro Park project, managed by the City of Baldwin Park, involves the development of a 9,000-square foot pocket park on a 0.21-acre vacant parcel located at the northwest corner of Maine Avenue and Joanbridge Street in California. The scope of work includes the installation of a tower-like play structure inspired by an alebrije serpent, colorful play climbers, a swing set, five shade structures, and a 500-square foot restroom building. Additionally, the project features 2,500 square feet of drought-tolerant landscaping, five shade trees, and associated hardscape improvements. To facilitate the development, the project includes a Zone Change from Industrial Commercial to Open Space and a General Plan Amendment from Commercial Industrial to Open Space, with no off-street parking provided. The project is governed by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), with a Mitigated Negative Declaration certifying that the development will not have a significant environmental effect. Key compliance standards include adherence to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System for water quality and EPA and Los Angeles County regulations for hazardous materials. Paleontological monitoring must be conducted by qualified professionals from the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology. Construction is scheduled to begin on January 1, 2026, with the park becoming operational within the same year. The primary point of contact for the project is Nick Baldwin, City Planner for the City of Baldwin Park.