2002
Abstract:
In 1996, Los Angeles voters passed the park bond measure, Proposition K, to increase and
enhance park and recreation space in the city. Using information on the distribution of existing
parks in the City of Los Angeles and census data, this report provides a statistical analysis of
access to park space enjoyed by children and youth, and by residents according to their
race/ethnicity and socioeconomic status. Further, a mapping of Prop. K grant allocations by
location reveals the extent to which the distribution of Prop. K funds has increased access to
parks for residents most in need of park space.
