The city has selected a site in Lynnwood Ridge Park that they think has the best potential for a community garden. They have ordered a soil sample for this location as the next step towards approval.
Below is a drawing to show what is possible within the space that has been selected.
To determine the best location for the garden we worked with the community, MOCA and the City of Calgary to identify appropriate locations for the garden. See below for the locations considered:
North of MOCA
If placed closer to the ballpark, this location should receive adequate sunlight. Potential for rainwater harvesting from neighboring buildings.
North East Lynnwood Ridge Park
Adequate space to construct a garden.
South East of MOCA
No longer under consideration
Spoke with MOCA and they already have plans for the future use of this location.
North of Jack Setters Arena
No longer under consideration
Spoke with City of Calgary Parks Department and this location has severe drainage and flooding issues in spring.
Right now we’re starting by gauging interest in the community and are asking residents who support a community garden to sign our petition.
