Councilman Accuses Amazon of Using Public Park as Delivery Hub

San Diego, CA, August 20, 2026 —

San Diego City Councilman Sean Elo-Rivera is raising concerns that Amazon may have been utilizing public parkland as a base for its delivery operations. The councilman, joined by labor leaders, has specifically pointed to Crown Point Park as a location where the e-commerce giant allegedly used the space for distribution purposes.

Elo-Rivera is currently investigating the extent of the city’s authority and potential enforcement measures that can be employed to put a stop to this alleged practice. He stressed the importance of public parks being reserved for recreational activities and community enjoyment, not for commercial distribution by corporations.

According to a statement from Amazon, the use of the park was attributed to a miscommunication and has since been rectified. However, Councilman Elo-Rivera has contested this explanation, characterizing the incident as a calculated decision rather than an accidental oversight.

The councilman’s office is reportedly exploring various avenues to address the situation, focusing on upholding the designated purpose of public spaces within the city. Further details regarding specific enforcement options or timelines were not immediately available.

Story summarized from the original created by RYAN MURRAY, City News Service on www.10news.com, see more information here.

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