Monterey Park to Host Town Hall on AI’s Community Impact

A town hall event, "Artificial Intelligence and Community Impact," will take place in Monterey Park on Thursday, October 22, 2026. The discussion will focus on the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence and its broader policy implications, according to coloradoboulevard.net.

The event will feature a panel of academic experts, labor leaders, and policymakers. They will explore various aspects of AI's influence, including the environmental effects of data center expansion and shifts in the workforce. The panel will also address other ways AI is impacting daily life and communities.

Panelists are set to include California State Senator Sasha Renée Pérez, who represents the 25th District. Charles Zukoski, Ph.D., a USC professor of chemical science and materials engineering, will also participate. Ivan Fernández of the California Federation of Labor Unions, AFL-CIO, is another confirmed panelist, as reported by coloradoboulevard.net.

Staff from the State Senate district office will be present to offer legislative materials. The event is free to attend, and while RSVPs are requested online, they are not mandatory. Walk-ins are welcome.

This town hall offers local residents an opportunity to engage with experts on a topic that is increasingly relevant to daily life. Understanding the community impacts of AI, from environmental concerns to workforce changes, can help residents navigate future developments in the region.

Need to know

• Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026
• Time: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
• Location: George E. Elder Community Center, 1950 Wilcox Avenue, Monterey Park, 91755
• Cost: Free