Some think that Valley Village was formed in 1991. Historically this area has been Valley Village for more than sixty years. According to the Los Angeles Times, a new community was born and articles of incorporation were granted in May 1939. Plans were laid for launching community beautification by 500 women in June 1939 at a meeting on the grounds of the King Charney Rancho on Magnolia Boulevard. At that time the plan called for a model community featuring parkways, cycling paths, a series of small parks, recreation centers and other amenities.