On June 26, the City of Monrovia held a special event to commemorate the grand re-opening of the City’s historic and beloved green space, Monrovia Canyon Park. The event was attended by 100+ community members, volunteers, contracted partners, civic leaders, city employees, and notable dignitaries.
This day was especially significant as nearly everyone present had played a role in restoring the park. After the 2020 Bobcat Fire devastated the area, the damage was compounded by severe winter storms that followed. Mudflows, fallen trees, erosion, and debris rendered the park unsafe and inaccessible. The long and challenging recovery process brought together residents, city staff, Park Rangers, nonprofit partners, and workforce development crews, who all worked side by side to bring the park back to life.
EWDD service provider, Managed Career Solutions, Social Purpose Corporation (MCS), was recognized for its involvement in the restoration of both Monrovia Hillside Wilderness Preserve and Canyon Park. Since 2021, MCS has provided more than 200 individuals with paid work experience as they helped with vital recovery efforts. MCS crews assisted with trail resurfacing, erosion control, mudflow cleanup, and the removal of invasive plant species while working in close coordination with City of Monrovia Park Rangers.
Initial crews also earned chainsaw certification as they learned to safely fell and cut snag trees in addition to First Aid, CPR Heart Saver, and OSHA 10 certification. This work not only helped rehabilitate the park but also created meaningful workforce development opportunities for job seekers facing barriers to employment.
Managed Career Solutions operates three BusinessSource Centers, four WorkSource Centers, and one YouthSource Center throughout Los Angeles, providing Angelenos with the tools to launch thriving businesses, secure meaningful employment, and pursue their personal and professional goals.
This story is from the July 2025 Updates Newsletter. Get monthly EWDD news and information delivered straight to your inbox, sign up for Updates via Constant Contact.
