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Subcommittee outlines community garden plan, volunteers and fencing as launch approaches
Summary
Subcommittee members said they have drafted a management plan for a community garden and coordinated with nearby cities for templates; irrigation has been capped, raised beds and picnic tables ordered, and staff aim to bring a draft plan to council May 23.
Members of the subcommittee discussed progress on a proposed community garden. A subcommittee member said Hector has gathered rules and best practices from neighboring jurisdictions (Ukiah, Healdsburg, Windsor, Kings Valley) and that staff are assembling a draft management plan to present to the full council on May 23.
Hector reported that irrigation has been capped at the site, wood for raised beds has been ordered (staff will still pursue donations), picnic tables are planned and staff are exploring a 5‑foot deer fence to protect plots. Organizers are building outreach (a QR code sign at the site) and have been coordinating volunteer recruitment; an email thread includes about eight to 10 interested people.
Why it matters: A formal management plan and clear volunteer roles help ensure community gardens are maintained, funded and compliant with city regulations.
Next steps: Staff will circulate a draft management plan in the agenda packet, finalize construction details for raised beds and fencing, and present the plan to council on May 23.
