Contract: Community Garden, Faith United Church,12 Mark Fitzgibbons Dr., Oswego, NY 13126

Plot assignment:

• Plots will be leased from Faith United Church, Oswego, NY 13126

• Lease signers are responsible for the annual fee and upkeep of plot. Spouse of signer may sign agreement as well.

• Only one lessee per plot. 

• Lease signers may not have more than one plot.

• The same plot may be renewed from year to year if the plot holder is in good standing, (has kept the plot in satisfactory condition during the year.)

• Plot exchange must be approved by the Community Garden board.

• Plots that are exchanged must be prepared for the new gardener in no more than 30 days.

• Gardeners are required to keep the Board informed of their contact information (current address, phone number and e-mail).

• New gardeners must be involved in the hands -on cultivation of their plot.

• Garden plots that are not renewed will be assigned to new gardeners according to the established waiting list.

• New plot holders must begin their gardens within 30 days of the designated season. Season will be determined by the Board.

• A roster of gardeners will be shared with members each year.

Plot Care:

• Plots must be maintained in an acceptable manner as determined by the Board. (This includes weeding, watering and general care).

• There will be no unsightly storage or poor garden conditions allowed.

• Vegetables, flowers and herbs will be allowed, no bushes or trees other than roses.

• Plants that become infested with insects or disease must be removed to protect other plants.

• Produce must be harvested and not left to rot on the vine. Any garden waste must be deposited in compost bin.

• Trellises and stakes of under 5 feet will be permitted if they do not shade other plants. 

• Organic gardening is encouraged.

• Gardeners are required to remain on site for watering to prevent excessive water use.

• All loose materials must be adequately stored or disposed of.

• Compost bin must be closed after use.

Responsibilities:

• The garden will close at sundown. People will not be permitted to garden after this time.

• Gardeners may not harvest from another person’s plot.

• Glass containers are not permitted in the garden area for safety reasons.

• Guests are the responsibility of the plot holder.

• Young children are not permitted in the garden without an adult.

• Loud music is not permitted.

• Modifications of the garden may not be made without the Board’s permission.

Noncompliance:

Non-compliance will result in:

1. A verbal warning

2. A written warning

3. Dismissal notice from the Board.

Annual Membership fee: $25.00 – Payable to Faith United Church