Corpus Christi, Texas, Receives Grant For "Innovative" Green Space Project.

The Corpus Christi Caller Times (1/24) reports, "Corpus Christi is one of five cities in the US to receive a $25,000 grant from Scotts Miracle-Gro for an innovative green space project. Mayor Joe Adame's Fitness Council is spearheading the project." The construction of the garden "is expected to begin in late spring with the opening planned for late summer, said Angela Gonzalez, program coordinator the Mayor's Fitness Council." The garden, which "will include a raised garden area with 20 plots measuring 8 feet by 8 feet, a turf demonstration area, a network of rain water harvesting barrels and compost bins," will "benefit residents who already use the park, which are low-to-middle income families and children who qualify for reduced or free lunch at school. Families and organizations will have an opportunity to cultivate and harvest vegetables for their own meals, and be able to share or sell their goods at community events planned for the park."