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The Merced Avenue Greenway Project is about creating a safer, healthier, and more connected neighborhood. The project will capture cleaner stormwater, reduce flood risk, and add trees and native landscaping. You can get all the details and updates at mercedavegreenway.org.

A new bioretention basin is helping transform Burke Heritage Park into a greener, more climate-resilient space! The basin will help manage stormwater and support native landscaping, all while enhancing this neighborhood park. Learn more about this project: bit.ly/43c2jah

ActiveSGV has been holding community workshops to share updates on the Merced Avenue Greenway Project! These gatherings are helping residents learn about all the benefits of the project. Want to learn more? Visit mercedavegreenway.org

Noche de las Luminarias is ActiveSGV's annual fundraiser and awards ceremony. It helps ActiveSGV realize our mission of creating a more sustainable, equitable, and livable SGV. Come celebrate, network, and support ActiveSGV’s work. Get your tickets now: bit.ly/noche2025

Construction progress at Shirpser, Cortada, and Gidley Schools is underway as part of the CAL FIRE-funded Living Schoolyards initiative. Students will return to greener campuses that offer new opportunities to learn outside the classroom. Learn more: bit.ly/458EbF9

The Merced Avenue Greenway Project is advancing to Phase 2, focusing on the area North of Rush Street. This phase will build on efforts to create a safer, greener, and more walkable corridor. Learn more at mercedavegreenway.org.

Meet Alan, a Baldwin Park resident who values the freedom and cost savings from the BAAEC CarShare Program. From saving on gas to installing free at-home EV chargers, BAAEC CarShare helps SGV residents leap into the Electric Vehicle lifestyle. Learn more: bit.ly/baaec-carshare

There's only a few classes left, come join the fun! This free Health & Wellness series takes place every Tuesday and Wednesday from 5 PM to 6 PM at Mt. View Park in El Monte. Each session includes 30 minutes of Zumba and 30 minutes of nutrition tips. We hope to see you there!

Mark your calendar for Active Streets: Corazón del Valle, presented by Metro and hosted by the SGVCOG. On Sunday, Nov 2nd from 9 AM-3 PM, we’re opening up 5 miles of streets connecting El Monte and South El Monte for a day of walking, biking, skating, and rolling.🚶‍♀️🚲 🛼 🛹 🏃‍♀️

Our annual awards gala, Noche de las Luminarias, is heading to the Hurst Ranch Historical Center for the first time! We are celebrating 15 years of community-driven change. Join us for an evening full of food, music, dancing, conversation, and community. bit.ly/noche2025

Alhambra is creating a cleaner, greener future with the Burke Heritage Park and Marengo Yard Stormwater Capture Project. Construction for this project is set to begin in early 2026! Stay up to date and learn more here: bit.ly/43c2jah

Join us THIS SATURDAY, July 12, 8 AM - 1 PM, for our Pure Water Community Bike Ride! Tour the Emerald Necklace & learn how @mwdh2o & @upperwatersgv's Pure Water SoCal will bring 150M gallons/day to 1.5M people! GoSGV e-bikes are available. RSVP: bit.ly/purewater071225

Joining Power Saver Rewards is simple, and it’s the best way to get a credit on your power bill. When a Flex Alert is issued during heatwaves, reduce your energy use. Then look for the credit on your energy bill. Register today at PowerSaverRewards.org.

Our Zumba class scheduled for tomorrow, Thursday, July 10th, is CANCELED. We're so sorry for any inconvenience this may cause! We'll be back stronger than ever! Classes will resume next week on Thursday, July 17th, from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM at the South El Monte Community Center.

For just $75 a year, GoSGV e-bikes make it easy to explore the SGV, stay active, and go green. Whether you're commuting, heading to the park, or running errands, it’s a fun and affordable way to get around. Check the link bit.ly/4lnT4ub to see if you qualify for REAP.

Hot summer days remind us how important it is to create cooler, more comfortable neighborhoods. The Merced Ave Greenway Project supports this goal by planting drought-tolerant trees and exploring reflective surface materials. Learn more at mercedavegreenway.org.

Here are more special moments from Mission at Twilight. Photographer Elili Brown captured beautiful scenes that we’re excited to share. Her photos reflect the spirit of the evening and the people who made it all possible.

We’re still reminiscing on Mission at Twilight! Lucky for us, photographer Bryan Zaragoza captured it all. His stunning shots highlight the joy and community spirit that filled the streets during this unforgettable evening.

Try an EV and learn about affordable carshare in the SGV! Join us for a free Ride Along on Saturday, July 12 in South El Monte. RSVP: bit.ly/sgvridealong #SGVCarShare #CleanMobility #SouthElMonte #EVridealong

Join ActiveSGV for the Pure Water Ride on Sat, July 12, 8 AM - 1 PM! 🚲 Learn about the innovative Pure Water Southern California (@mwdh2o) program and join us on a ride around the Emerald Necklace. Bring your bike or reserve a GoSGV e-bike! RSVP here: bit.ly/purewater071225