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Rancho Mirage proclaims RMCC a green community and launches Grow Together garden support
Summary
The council presented a proclamation recognizing Rancho Mirage Country Club as a green community and outlined the Grow Together program, which offers up to $2,000 per participating HOA, nonprofit or school for garden infrastructure plus technical support and compost.
Jess Higgins, the city's sustainability program coordinator, briefed the council on the Grow Together Rancho Mirage community-garden initiative during the April 16 meeting. The program provides up to $2,000 in funding per site for infrastructure such as raised beds and irrigation, plus free compost, starter materials and ongoing technical assistance to HOAs, nonprofits and schools.
A short video and remarks from Rancho Mirage Country Club representatives showcased the pilot garden, emphasizing community connection, local food access and sustainability practices such as composting and water-efficient plantings. The council presented a proclamation recognizing Rancho Mirage Country Club as a certified green community for its participation in the program.
City staff said planting at the pilot site would begin soon, with full seasonal planting anticipated in September. Council members commended the program and encouraged other community groups to apply.
No council action or funding appropriation beyond the described program commitment was taken at the meeting; the item was presented as a program update and ceremonial proclamation.
