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P-Patch What's New
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PPatchEvaluation2009 Full Text (1,346KB)
P-Patch evaluation Executive Summary 2009 Executive Summary
New Garden coming to the University District-Shiga's Garden (5520 University Way) click here to learn more about how to get involved)
2008
Parks and Green Spaces Levy
In 2008, thanks
to the vision of Seattle voters who approved the 2008 Parks and Green
Spaces Levy, community gardening will get a two million dollar green
infusion. Levy funds will focus on development rather than acquisition
to maximize the levy investment. Over the next three years, communities
around the city will see the investment come to life as the P-Patch
program adds at least 12 new gardens and expands gardening capacity
at 10 current P-Patches. These additional community-driven pubic open
spaces will help shrink the current wait lists.
The P-Patch program created a strategic framework to guide the selection
of both neighborhoods and sites within targeted neighborhoods. Neighborhoods
were selected based on factors that included population density, length
of wait lists, existing community gardens, proximity to low income and
immigrant populations.
High-priority areas
are:
Ballard, Whittier Heights, Central Area/Squire Park, High Point, Highland
Park, North Delridge, Roxhill/Westwood, Capitol Hill, North Beacon Hill/Jefferson
Park, South Park, Cascade/Eastlake, Fremont, Wallingford, Broadview/Bitter
Lake, Ravenna/Bryant, Interbay, Queen Anne, Columbia City, Rainier Beach,
Alki/Admiral, and West Seattle Junction/Genessee Hill. Specific site
selection is judged on such criteria as size, development difficulty,
sun, water access and ownership.
If you want more
information or want to get involved contact the P-Patch office and/or
watch the website for more information as sites begin to develop.
Map
of Potential public land for use as P-Patch Community Gardens (364,755KB)
KBCS-Green
Radio Spots
P-Patches,
Part 1: Sprouting Up All Over Seattle's Landscape
April 10, 2008
Next up on One World Report, some say, “It’s not easy being
green.” Wait, that’s not entirely true. Our next story from
Green Acre Radio, a public affairs program with a focus on the environment,
sustainable living and you, shows how Seattle has been “keeping
the green” for a long time. In the first of its three-part series,
Green Acre visits one of Seattle’s oldest community gardens. Also
known as “p-patches,” these gardens bring people together
to grow their own food. But there’s more to p-patches than a week’s
groceries. They’re also about sharing the harvest to alleviate
hunger, build community and unite people across ethnic and class lines.
Reporter: Martha Baskin GAR_20080410_Pea_Patches_MB
(mp3)
P-Patches,
Part 2: Local Food from Local Gardens
April 17, 2008
Next up is Green Acre Radio with stories of sustainable living, the
environment and you. This week we continue the three part series on
community gardens, otherwise known as “p-patches.” Urban
community gardens are becoming an important part of the local food supply
and a sustainable solution for alleviating hunger, as well as, the climate
impacts from transporting food. This week we join local gardeners and
learn about a Local Food Action Initiative.
Reporter: Martha Baskin Green Acre Radio Episode 10
Full Version (mp3)
P-Patches,
Part 3: Marra Farm
April 24, 2008
To begin our Earth Day section, Martha Baskin of Green Acre Radio concludes
her 3 part series on community gardens with a visit to Marra Farm. Like
Picardo P-Patch from Part I of this series, Marra is a historical farm
within Seattle city limits. At Marra, growing food for as many people
as possible isn't only a mission appealing to adults, but a hands-on
(and sometimes funny) educational experience for children.
Reporter: Martha Baskin
Green Acre Radio Episode 11 (mp3)
Green
Radio-Edible Security in City
For more Green Acre Radio spots Click here
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