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Cooperative Extension seeks $115,000 for educational greenhouse; commissioners urge budget planning support

3001423 · April 15, 2025
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Iredell County Cooperative Extension presented a $115,000 capital plan for an 18-by-30 polycarbonate educational greenhouse. Extension staff say $31,100 has been raised so far; commissioners suggested discussing county-level support during upcoming budget planning.

Iredell County Cooperative Extension staff asked commissioners Tuesday for support as they advance plans for an educational greenhouse estimated at $115,000.

Melinda Roberts, horticulture agent, described the proposed facility as an 18-by-30 polycarbonate greenhouse to be installed on a concrete slab with drainage, benches, heating and cooling, accessible entrances and associated site work. “Our projected cost…is $115,000 and that cost includes a really nice 18 by 30 polycarbonate…

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