In a recent government meeting, city officials discussed plans to enhance local beautification efforts through community gardens and small landscaping projects. The initiative, led by management analyst Carson Hardy, aims to partner with Utah Valley University (UVU) to establish a botanical garden near the campus. This project is seen as a quick win, with hopes to implement it by next summer, given the strong support from local neighborhoods.

The team is also exploring the potential for smaller beautification projects, such as installing benches or decorative landscaping in underutilized areas. Officials emphasized the importance of community involvement, suggesting that residents could volunteer to adopt these small spaces, allowing them to contribute to the city's aesthetic while receiving recognition for their efforts.

Participants in the meeting expressed enthusiasm for the ideas, with suggestions to incorporate native plants into the landscaping to promote water conservation and support local pollinators. The team plans to conduct community surveys to gauge interest and gather feedback on the proposed projects.

As the initiative progresses, city officials are set to present these plans to the city council during an upcoming tour of potential sites, inviting further collaboration and input from the community.