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Public Transit Adventure from Monrovia to Santa Monica

Ready for a day of adventure, learning, and coastal fun? Hop on the Metro with ActiveSGV for a public transit adventure from Monrovia to Santa Monica! This exploration experience combines fun, learning, and community action. Learn about our local water systems, take part in a beach clean-up, and enjoy a day out on the coast. You’ll discover how our local watersheds connect our neighborhoods to the ocean and why protecting them matters. Metro tap cards and lunch are included for all registered participants. This is a perfect way to spend a Saturday learning, having fun, and making a difference in your community.

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Active SGV has been an incredible partner as we work to build more parks in El Monte. They have organized residents to come out and speak about their needs and vision for their community. We value Active SGV’s inclusive approach and hard work to ensure all community members are respected and represented.

The Trust for Public Land

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Featured Projects

A dry creek bed is lined with large, smooth river rocks and a few larger boulders. A clump of tall, feathery grasses with thin stalks and wispy seed heads grows prominently in the center. To the left, a cluster of low-lying pink flowers adds a splash of color, while a large oak tree and other green plants are visible in the background.

Climate

Rain Gardens in Communities

The "Rain Gardens in Communities" program, led by ActiveSGV, aims to install free rain gardens in residential homes in the San Gabriel Valley starting in 2025. These gardens are designed to collect rainwater from rooftops and other surfaces, using native California plants to filter pollutants and conserve water.

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Water, Parks, and Greening

Merced Avenue Greenway

The Merced Avenue Greenway is a transformative project in South El Monte that blends environmental sustainability with community infrastructure improvements.

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This image depicts a serene outdoor setting with a variety of trees and foliage, showcasing a mix of greens and hints of autumn colors. There’s a basketball court visible in the background, partially surrounded by a chain link fence, which suggests the area might be part of a park or community recreation center. The foreground is covered by a pale blue pathway, adding a touch of color contrast to the natural greenery. The atmosphere appears quiet and calm, likely captured on a sunny day due to the bright and clear sky.

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GREEN SGV

The GREEN (Green, Resilient, Energy Efficient Neighborhoods) SGV Collaborative, led by Day One in partnership with ActiveSGV, Sustainable Claremont, TreePeople, GRID Alternatives, and the Council for Watershed Health, has secured a $20 million grant from the US Environmental Protection Agency.

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