Methow Park is one of the few public green spaces in South Wenatchee and was transformed with vibrant new murals and colorful fencing designed by youth and families from the predominantly Latino neighborhood. Over 1,000 residents participated in the visioning process, and neighbors quickly agreed that the park needed a kiosko, a central gathering place traditionally found in the cities throughout Mexico, to host gatherings and celebrations. The kiosko became a central feature of the park design and commonly hosts mariachi performances and ballet folklorico dancing.

Neighborhood leaders founded the Parque Padrinos, a group committed to stewarding the community resource for years to come. The Parque Padrinos’ power soon reached beyond the park boundaries, as members began attending city council meetings to advocate for the park and discuss issues facing South Wenatchee’s Latino community. The park renovation process sparked a movement, and the newly renovated park reopened in January 2020, with the Parque Padrinos continuing to activate and watch over the park for years to come, using their voice to advocate for the priorities of the community.