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RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A THREE-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE DULUTH COMMUNITY GARDEN PROGRAM FOR USE OF MULTIPLE, VACANT REAL PROPERTIES TO OPERATE ITS COMMUNITY GARDEN PROGRAM.
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CITY PROPOSAL:
BE IT RESOLVED, that the proper city officials are hereby authorized to execute a three-year lease agreement, substantially the same as the agreement attached as Exhibit 1, with the Duluth Community Garden Program (“DCGP”), for the use of multiple, vacant real properties for operation of its community garden program.
Statement of Purpose
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE: This resolution authorizes a three-year lease agreement with the Duluth Community Garden Program (“DCGP”) for use of multiple, vacant real properties to operate its community garden program. DCGP brings community members together through the growing and sharing of food at urban gardens, and strives to make gardening and fresh produce financially and physically accessible to all persons, regardless of resources or experiences. DCGP services include providing 400 sq. foot garden plots; loaning out garden tools, books, and food preservation equipment; and hosting educational classes and garden tours.
Under previous lease agreements, DCGP has utilized numerous City properties for community gardens. DCGP leases the real properties from the City at no cost. Under the terms of the lease agreement, DCGP is responsible for all duties and costs associated with the use of the properties, including maintenance and utilities. The City reserves the right to terminate the lease if DCGP abandons the properties or ceases to use them for its community garden program.