He presented his idea to area Kiwanis Clubs, which in turn lobbied the support of the Las Vegas Valley Water District, Clark County Conservation District and the Natural Resources Conservation Service. The Water District provided 2.4 acres of land off Alta Drive for the project and in 1977 construction began. At the same time, the Water District strengthened its commitment to water conservation and extensively renovated the facility. In May 1990, the park was reopened as the Desert Demonstration Gardens.
Conservation continues to be a top prority in the arid region.
In response, the Water District continues its support of the Gardens' programs and maintenance. Copyright 1999 Las Vegas Valley Water District Las Vegas Valley Water District 1001 South Valley View Blvd.