Many neighborhoods are successfully creating greening projects in their communities. Projects include tree planting, creating small neighborhood parks out of vacant lots, planting flowers and bulbs and many more. Hear about successful projects from local leaders and learn what it takes to green your neighborhood. Several groups and individuals throughout the City have programs and ideas to reclaim these sites. This workshop offers people a chance to learn about current efforts, share ideas, and potentially develop a concerted plan of action to plan and tend these open space areas.
Environmental programs can create employment opportunities in our neighborhoods.
Bridgeport has developed a model plan of action. This workshop offers a chance to learn about the Bridgeport program and discuss, together, the needs and opportunities in our own city. One benefit is improved nutrition and health. This workshop will discuss ways to further nutrition nd health concerns through community gardening and related activities. Dr. Dorceta Taylor, Professor of Natural Resources, Washington State University Education has to be a big part of the movement to create and sustain a safe environment.