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Los Altos park commission approves 2026 work plan after debate over environmental priorities and park expansion
Summary
The Los Altos City Park Commission unanimously approved a 2026 work plan Jan. 20, 2026, after commissioners debated specific language about environmental considerations and adding new park space; staff will present the plan to City Council at a Feb. 24 joint meeting.
The Los Altos City Park and Recreation Commission unanimously approved its draft 2026 work plan on Jan. 20, 2026, after extended discussion about whether to add explicit environmental language and how to treat expansion or acquisition of new park space.
The vote followed public comment from Maria Batista, who urged the commission to prioritize community input and to favor natural materials in playground design. "One of my favorites is tunnel tops in San Francisco, which use all natural materials," Batista said, urging greater coordination with the Environmental Commission and active involvement by the…
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