Calexico families rally for safer parks

CALEXICO, Calif. (KYMA, KECY) - Parents and Little League players gathered outside Calexico City Hall to demand safer, updated parks for the city's children.

The rally, which took place before the City Council meeting, was sparked by concerns that many parks in Calexico are unsafe and unusable.

Families are urging city leaders to prioritize park improvements rather than removing or demolishing them.

Jessica Perez, President of the Calexico Baseball Network, spoke during the meeting, highlighting the consequences of the city's current park conditions.

"Not only are there consequences for the children of Calexico that still don't have safe parks, but it could also have severe consequences in our city," Perez said.

City Council members acknowledged the concerns and mentioned that past planning decisions had complicated efforts to improve the parks. However, they reassured the community that they are actively working on solutions for the future.