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CITY COUNCIL APPROVES MEASURE ALLOWING COMMUNITY GARDENS
The Las Vegas City Council approved a bill allowing community gardens in select residential, commercial and industrial zones throughout the city.
Vegas Roots Community Garden sparked interest in the measure, which was sponsored by Ward 5 Las Vegas City Councilman Ricki Y. Barlow.
http://www.lasvegasnevada.gov/Publications/26532.htm
Media Release
Wednesday, May 02, 2012
For Immediate Release
Communications
Contact: Diana Paul
Telephone: 229-6501
Las Vegas City Council Approves New Bill That Will Expand Community Gardens
Gardens Will Now Be Allowed In Certain Residential, Commercial And Industrial Zoning Districts
At today’s Las Vegas City Council meeting, the council approved a bill that will allow community gardens in certain residential, commercial and industrial zoning districts throughout the city. This bill, which was sponsored by Ward 5 Councilman Ricki Y. Barlow, was sparked by the very successful Vegas Roots Community Garden (formerly the Tonopah Community Garden), and the fact that other people are interested in establishing community gardens in their neighborhoods, as well. This bill promotes healthy neighborhoods and helps to provide food for low-income individuals. The bill would allow weekly sales of goods from that garden.
“Community gardens are becoming more prominent in Las Vegas due to the trend of leading a healthier and more sustainable lifestyle. Residents want to grow fresh fruits and vegetables near their home, and this bill will allow for that use to be expanded,” Councilman Barlow said. “It is my hope that more people will get involved with their neighborhoods and consider taking part in a community garden.”
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