The City of Lenoir, NC, led the way in the creation of a community garden.  Facing financial issues arising from the economic downturn, the city looked for ways to beautify its failing economic district.  

The garden is community-run and receives funding a sponsorship from local businesses.  It is run by volunteers and is continually growing in popularity.  The local soup kitchen makes soup from some of the food grown in the garden.

This case study was nominated for ICMA's Annual Awards Program.