October 3, 2026

Trees illegally removed in Amigos Park by Mayor Bowser without a permit!

Amigos Park trees chopped down without a permit! What is the city thinking?

Under the direction of DGS (Department of General Services), contractors destroyed and removed valuable shade trees in Amigos Park without a permit. Photo: Chris Jarman

Sept. 29 update:

Build a green park with trees!

Join The Amigos Park Coalition-Demand the City Pause This Over-Engineered Project. Scan the QR code to sign the petition!

Update: More than 100 people have joined the petition. Please continue to share with neighbors and friends. The community demands a green park with trees!”

Update: September 1, 2026

See any new construction? Call or text 202-257-2004 anytime with reports/tips or photos. The Amigos Park Coalition will fight for a green park with trees for all!

August 7, 2026

DC Government Installs Perimeter Fence at Amigos Park, Displacing Latino Community Gathering Space

Painted Tree of Protest supporting a full Amigos Park

NEW Mayor = Green Park¡Nuevo Alcalde = Parque Verde!

See any new construction? Call or text 202-257-2004 anytime with reports or tips. We demand a green park!

The Mount Pleasant community demands a green park with trees!

This will be the only park honoring DC Latinos!

Community wants Full Park

La comunidad quiere un parque verde.

No Valoran Los Sentimientos De Los Hermanos Latinos
People, Park, Trees

7 de agosto de 2026

El Gobierno de DC instala una cerca perimetral en el Parque Amigos, desplazando el espacio de reunión de la comunidad latina

This Is Our Park. Let's Protect It.

The Mayor’s Office has schedued a “clean out” of Amigos Park this Wednesday, July 1st, from 3PM to 6PM. We are saying no to the removal of the space where our neighbors gather, play and connect. Your presence matters. Join us on July 1st at 3PM to show the city that Mt. Pleasant community members will not be displaced.

For more information contact: loisa1943@gmail.com

Lois Athley

Amigos Park Coalition

www.amigospark.com

202-441-2051