The availability of fresh produce in Chatham-Kent may be enhanced if a municipal-wide community garden program is approved.
C-K council has agreed to explore the idea following a motion brought forward by East Kent Coun. Morena McDonald.
At the June 23 council meeting, council directed administration to prepare a report on the feasibility of expanding the program to all C-K wards in partnership with Chatham-Kent Public Health.
The report will look at associated costs, potential locations that are accessible, and opportunities for sponsorships, naming rights, and grants to offset costs.
Community gardens, which provide food to low-income residents and people who don’t have access to land, are also regarded as spaces for community, food literacy and education.
