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Kern County highlights $76 million parks investment in State of the County address
Summary
Chair Leticia Perez outlined a historic $76 million allocation for parks across Kern County, saying the funding will renovate existing parks, build new facilities and direct improvements to underserved areas.
Kern County Chair Leticia Perez, chair of the Kern County Board of Supervisors and 5th District supervisor, told an audience at the county’s 2025 State of the County that the board has committed $76,000,000 to park improvements across the county.
Perez said the funding will support renovations of existing parks, development of new recreational facilities and installation of amenities such as playgrounds, sports fields and walking trails. "These investments are not only revitalizing public spaces but also fostering a sense of pride and community cohesion," Perez said.
The allocation, described in the address as “historic,” is targeted in part to underserved areas in Kern County’s five supervisorial districts. Perez said the improvements are intended to provide safe, accessible gathering spaces and to bolster community morale.
Perez also linked the parks funding to broader county priorities, saying the investments reflect the State of the County theme, "Results that resonate." She framed parks spending alongside public safety, infrastructure and behavioral health as part of a larger strategy to direct resources where they are needed.
The chair did not provide a detailed project list or a phased spending schedule in the speech. Specific project timelines, per-site funding amounts and implementation responsibilities were not specified during the address.
Perez said county officials will continue to look for ways to stretch dollars and ensure benefits reach communities countywide.
