Sustainability Plan Objective:
Support a locally-based, environmentally responsible and healthy food system that is available to all residents.
Longmont has a long history in food production and agriculture with many families stewarding the land for several generations. A sustainable food system is a vital component of a thriving community as it provides healthy food for residents, viable jobs for producers, and utilizes agricultural techniques that protect and restore our natural resources.
How We Achieve Our Sustainability Objective:
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- Identify barriers and opportunities for local food productionEncourage and support the Boulder County Resource Conservation Board in pursuing carbon sequestration studies
- Expand connections between local food producers and areas/populations in need
- Support and expand Garden to Cafeteria program opportunities
- Support the establishment of community food processing and storage facilities in partnership with Boulder County
- Encourage and support agricultural research in Boulder County
What You Can Do:
Food System Resources
Contact Us
Office of Sustainability
303-774-3755