Advisory Board: Los Medanos Health Advisory Committee
Subject: Los Medanos Community Garden update and annual report
Presenter: Ernesto.DeLaTorre
Contact: Ernesto.DeLaTorre@cchealth.org
Information:
RECEIVE update and annual report on Los Medanos Community Garden
Garden Program Report and Update:
Over the past year, the Los Medanos Community Garden has continued to thrive with a total of 57 garden spaces, comprising 39 plots and 18 raised beds. Currently, 52 of these spaces are occupied, with 2 more in the process of being assigned and 3 remaining vacant for the winter. Our gardeners have been actively engaged in planting throughout the year contributing to the garden's vibrancy. In the spring, we implemented a unique gate code for each gardener to ensure safety and accountability. In Spring and Summer 50 yards of soil were delivered to the garden. It was evident that the beds had not received new soil in many years. Most plots had soil levels that were significantly below ground level. This has improved soil health across the garden.
Two successful mandatory garden clean-up days were held-one in June to prepare for summer and another in November to prepare the garden for the Fall/Winter season. To foster communication and community, three mandatory meetings were conducted, allowing gardeners to share updates, ask questions, and provide feedback. The continued success of the garden is a testament to the dedication and collaboration of all involved.
For 2025 staff will work with UC Davis Master Gardeners to provide educational training and workshops.
Unfortunately, the barn was broken into in early November and again in late November. Just under $1,000 worth of equipment and supplies were stolen, including all shovels and small hand tools. Due to ongoing security issues, tools and equipment will no longer be stored in the barn. Garden staff are working on a plan to replace some of the tools and create a check-out system so gardeners will have some access to t...
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