Reading RootsUrban Farm

Proposal

A PermaCultivate Project

info@permacultive.org

November 2010

The Impact of Urban Agriculture

The Impact of Urban Agriculture

The Impact of Urban Agriculture

Canal St Site History

Site formerly a block of homes

Wiped out by Hurricane Agnes in 1972

Land has been vacant ever since

Recently considered for

redevelopment

Most people “don’t even notice it”

A New Gateway Destination

Site is well-positioned for access in low-

volume area

Can serve as anchor for neighborhood

development

Will partner with Reading Rivertribe to

be a agro- and eco-tourism hub

Site Preparation Plans

DEP and EPA consultation

City planning and zoning approval

Provisional use lease agreement

Noise, odor, and leachate control

Parking requirements

State and municipal operating permits

Community benefits agreement

Elements of the Operation

Food and yard waste composting

Year-round food production

Education and training

Community engagement

Sustainability demonstrations

Remediation and beautification

Elements of the Operation

Elements of the Operation

Elements of the Operation

Elements of the Operation

Site Establishment Goals

Secure access as soon as possible

Break ground with event in December

Perform soil tests and grounds work

Address preparation plan over winter

Install hoop house operation in March

Begin early planting in April

Begin composting operation by May