Residents celebrate large-scale tree planting at La Cara Dera Park
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Residents at a community tree-planting event in North Torrance praised a program to plant thousands of trees, saying the effort will improve shade, air quality and neighborhood life, according to public comments recorded at the event.
Residents and volunteers at a tree-planting event at La Cara Dera Park in Torrance spoke positively about a large tree-planting effort slated for the city. A commenter said seeing trees ‘‘fills my heart with joy’’ and noted that ‘‘7,000 trees are coming to Torrance.’’ Another attendee described a strong turnout in North Torrance and said the event showed neighbors’ commitment to parks and recreation for children, seniors and visitors.
Speakers emphasized trees’ environmental and community benefits, saying they provide oxygen, shade and opportunities for neighbors and children to take part in caring for public spaces. One speaker said the event exemplified community togetherness, noting residents gathered from porches to join the planting activity.
The remarks recorded were celebratory public comments and did not include any formal motions, votes, or policy decisions in the transcript provided.