October 19, 2026
Rally! On Monday, October 19th, Arpana Raj. (arpanafordc.com) is hosting a rally at Haydee’s (corner of Irving and Mt. Pleasant) from 6:30-8:00 PM. This is an urgent opportunity to come out and spread the word about the need to pause construction at Amigos Park. Be sure to check out Amigos Park Coalition Instagram page and encourage everyone to sign the petition to stop construction at the park.
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
October 21 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!
🌳 150+ neighbors have already said YES to a green park. 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
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!
La comunidad quiere un parque verde.
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
