The City of Tempe is doubling down on its commitment to sustainable eating with the recent 'Grow Local Tempe' event, designed to empower the residents in crafting a food system that's both resilient and packs a punch of local flavor. Last month's gathering by the City’s Sustainability and Resilience Division wasn't just a meet-and-greet but a roll-up-your-sleeves workshop where over 125 Tempe folks showed up ready to plant seeds, according to the City of Tempe.
As per the City of Tempe, this particular juncture of the Grow Local initiative was largely about canvassing community feedback to thoughtfully shape the community food roadmap. The plans intend to robustly morph into a guide that's as neighborhood-specific as it is nourishing. Councilmember Berdetta Hodge was quoted as saying, "The turnout for the 'Grow Local' event was fantastic," and, "The enthusiasm and engagement from the community demonstrate a strong desire for a more robust local food system."
And for those who couldn't make it to the event? They've been cordially invited to get the download on the Grow Local initiative through the official website, which promises to be a treasure trove of info on getting involved. As the City of Tempe's announcement stressed, the success of this venture hinges on local engagement—because when it comes to sustainable food systems, it takes a village (or in this case, a city).
