Option 2:

With the addition of a gardening fee, those funds can be used to help offset the cost that is absorbed by Parks (to turn on and off water, to deliver much and soil, etc.) for existing gardens.

Under Option 2, it is recommended that the $5,000 dedicated to community gardens in the Environmental Master Plan Operating Budget for signage also be used towards the building and maintenance of garden plots. For any applications to develop a new garden, the application will need to be received by November 30th for the following gardening season. The applications received would be taken into consideration by the Community Garden Committee, and if approved, would be developed using funds previously mentioned, if available. Any financial need beyond the current funding of $5,000 would be presented to City Council at the time of the garden approvals to determine funding.

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Conclusion:

In conclusion, the suggested options for changes to the Policy were made in consultation with appropriate internal City of Windsor departments as well as community garden operators. The current Policy is working well to provide support for community gardens in Windsor, however, some changes may allow the City to provide support where United Way funding is no longer available and increase access to individuals not tied to an organization.

Planning Act Matters:

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Approvals:

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Carrie McCrindle Financial Planning Administrator
Jake Renaud Senior Manager, Pollution Control
Mark Winterton City Engineer and Corporate LeaderEnvironmental Protection and InfrastructureServices
Jan Wilson Corporate Leader, Parks, Recreation and Culture and Facilities
Shelby Askin Hager City Solicitor
Joe Mancina City Treasurer
Onorio Colucci Chief Administrative Officer

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