Community Garden Committee, October 24, 2017
HOLDEN COMMUNITY GARDEN COMMITTEE NOTES
October 24, 2017
Mission Statement:
The Holden Community Garden Committee is a volunteer organization working to provide and support Holden residents, individually and collectively, to grow food, flowers, fruits, and herbs on town land including the redeveloped property on Highland Street. Our efforts will enable residents to enjoy the beauty of our town while developing a sense of community through cooperative action, learning about sustainable and environmentally conscious gardening as well as ethical harvesting.
The Holden Community Garden Committee also exists to foster the education of the children of Holden through the support of community gardens in local schools and community groups. These gardens will help to develop the appreciation of future generations for the importance of agriculture and responsible environmental practices, and provide education and positive experiences through gardening and physical activity.
In Attendance: Marcia Hastbacka, Chair: Members: Jessica Cosenza, Mike Trigiano, (Alternate)
Geri Herlihy (Liason to Board of Selectman)
Not In Attendance: Ryan Fahey, Tanya Lewis, Michael Mazloff, Geri Herlihy (Liaison to Board of Selectman)
Guest: Peter Lukes, Town Manager
Meeting called to order at 6:35 p.m.
Agenda:
Minutes:
September 26, 2017
Because there was not a quorum, no vote was taken to approve the 9-26-17 Minutes
UPDATE ON DAVIS HILL
Jess reported on the Davis Hill HCG Meeting of 10-11-17 (Copy of those notes are attached.)
An update was given on the vandalism at Davis Hill gardens. The school has approved, but not yet installed new locks on the outlets of the water cisterns as well as the garage. A camera has also been approved but not yet installed at the site. The school will assume the responsibility of the footage.
UPDATE ON 175 HIGHLAND STREET
Marcia reported that the DPW had applied the 2nd application of lime and had seeded with winter rye. The DPW also brought in a large machine with long tines to dig up the soil which is very rocky. After the grass was then cut, the area is looking much better.
The committee then discussed with Peter Lukes our plans for next year and what type of support we will need from the town. Peter advised that we explore outside funding as well as from the town. It was determined that this committee will be under the auspices of the DPW and we will need to submit a budget for FY 18-19 to the DPW for our portion of monies to be allocated for the Holden Community Garden. Members were asked to think about our needs and be prepared with quotes for the next meeting to prepare a budget.
Meeting was adjourned at 7:30
Our next meeting will be on November 8 at 6:30 pm in the Memorial Hall.