Saturday morning several people turned out to witness the groundbreaking of the Lincoln Community Garden at the Logan County Housing Authority.

The From the Ground Up group has been cultivating this project for the last few months and has been happily surprised with all the interest it has generated.

During the ceremony Saturday morning, Rachel Smith of From the Ground Up spoke briefly, expressing the group's appreciation for the help received in getting the garden project going. She recognized the city of Lincoln, the Logan County Housing Authority and Illinois American Water, just to name a few.
 

Pictures by Nila Smith

Steve Allen of the housing authority checks out the portable rain barrel attached to his office building.

Rebecca Van Nydeggen of the Logan County Salvation Army sets outdoor prizes to be given away during the workshops.

Rachel Smith welcomes guests to the groundbreaking.

Steve Allen of the housing authority speaks briefly.

Mayor Keith Snyder speaks on behalf of the city of Lincoln.

David Schonauer of Illinois American Water is recognized for the company's contributions to the project.

Schonauer, Snyder and Smith pose for a picture.

Then they break soil on the new community garden.

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