REP.  FUDGE TO MEET WITH GROWING URBAN GARDEN COMMUNITY, EXPLORE POTENTIAL TO IMPROVE NUTRITION, REDUCE CHILDHOOD OBESITY

WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS, OHIO – In recognition of Cleveland’s rapidly expanding role as a national leader in the creation of urban farms and gardens, Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge (OH11) will convene a meeting of community stakeholders on Tuesday, March 22^nd at 2pm.  The meeting will take place at the Cleveland Botanical Garden in University Circle.

As a member of the House Agriculture Committee, Congresswoman Fudge is eager to listen and learn from constituents on the ground, who have vaulted Cleveland to 2^nd in the nation in the number of urban gardens. The meeting will include wide-ranging discussions about their concerns and the increasing potential of urban growers to create jobs, promote healthier lifestyles and improve nutrition, especially for underserved communities.

Who:     Congresswoman Marcia L. Fudge

What:   Meeting with Urban Garden Stakeholders

When:   March 22, 2011 2pm 

Where: Cleveland Botanical Garden
              11030 East Blvd.   (On Wade Oval in University Circle)
              Cleveland, OH 44106           

Members of the Media:  Parking is available at the Cleveland Botanical Garden Garage. Parking tickets will be validated.  Please report to the security window at the P-1 level

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