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GARDENER APPLICATION
2024 Season: May - October
*Apply before May 1!*
GARDENER INFORMATION
Name
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First Name
Last Name
Phone
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Email
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Verify Email
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Name(s), phone #, and email of other gardeners who will be helping with your plot
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If not applicable, say "N/A"
Address
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Address Line 1
Address Line 2
City
City
State
State/Province
ZIP/Postal Code
Are you a new or returning gardener?
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New
Returning
If you are new, have you visited the garden and met with Ingrid?
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Meeting with our Garden Lead, Ingrid, is helpful for new gardeners to select their plot and learn more about the garden. If you haven't met with her yet, she will reach out to you once you complete this application.
Yes
Not Yet
GARDEN FEES
The plot fee for the 2024 season is $20. Contact the gardening lead for additional plot availability.
Have you already paid your plot fee?
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Yes
Not yet
Garden Plot Fee: $20
$20
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I will pay by credit card on the next screen
$0
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I will mail a check payable to NOBL for $20 and send to NOBL, 700 Clancy Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
PERMISSIONS
Photo Permission
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From time to time, NOBL will take photos of gardeners and the garden. Do you give your permission for your photo to be taken and possibly published?
Yes
No
Phone & Email
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A gardener phone number and email list will be shared with all gardeners. Do you give your permission for your phone number and email to be shared with all gardeners?
Yes
No
GARDEN AGREEMENTS
Garden agreements were created to clearly outline rules and expectations of gardeners to help create a fruitful season for all while promoting community involvement. A copy of these agreements will be posted at the garden and given to every gardener.
Hold Harmless Agreement
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I understand that neither the NOBL Community Garden group nor the owners of the land are responsible for my actions. I, therefore, agree to hold harmless the NOBL Community Garden and owners of the land for any liability, damage, loss, or claim in connection with use of the garden by me or my guests.
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No
I will use common courtesy, be considerate of my neighbors, and enjoy the garden.
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I agree.
I will have my plot planted by June 15th. I understand that gardeners who do not have plants in the ground by June 15 risk having their garden given to someone else.
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I agree.
Gardeners agree to keep their plot tended. If your plot appears untended for a period of time, you will be contacted by the garden lead. Failure to tend to your plot may result in your plot being assigned to another gardener.
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If you plan on being out of town for an extended period of time, please inform the garden lead and seek help from other gardeners.
I agree.
I will be respectful of other gardeners. Tall plants and vines will only be planted in places where they will not interfere with your neighbor’s plot.
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I agree.
I will not pick anything from another person’s plot without their approval.
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I agree.
Planting illegal plants is prohibited. Illegal substances are not allowed on garden premises.
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I agree.
Pick up litter when you see it (while wearing gloves, and wash your hands afterwards). Please help to keep the lot clean and report any garbage dumping that you see to 311 and NOBL staff.
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I agree.
Watering will be delegated. This season, only authorized waterers will be watering the plots. Consult with the garden lead for details on watering.
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I agree.
Children must be supervised in the garden.
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I agree.
Report theft, vandalism, and unusual activities to non-emergency line (616-456-3400) and at least one of the garden contacts below. Call 911 if you are witnessing a crime or emergency.
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I agree.
Planting of invasive/rapidly spreading crops should be avoided completely or restricted to containers or designated locations, including but not limited to: Mint, Parsley, Oregano, Raspberries, and Strawberries.
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I agree.
All gardeners are required to regularly tend their plots and participate in maintenance of the collaborative garden.
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I agree.
Gardeners are expected to attend Garden Workday Parties on the second Saturday of each month from 10 am - 1 pm (April 13, May 11, June 8, July 13, August 10, Sep 14, October 12). Tasks include weeding, laying mulch, lawn mowing, weed wacking, and more.
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(We understand that you might not be able to attend EVERY garden workday party due to vacations, work, family, etc.)
I agree.
At the end of gardening season, all dead plants and non-planting materials (string, wire, wood, metal, plastic, etc.) must be removed and disposed of properly and all gardens left neat & tidy.
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If your garden is not cleaned up by Nov 1st, you could lose the opportunity to garden next season
I agree.
Violation of gardener guidelines: if any of the guidelines are violated you will be contacted by phone or email and have one week to address the violation. After one week, if the violation has not been remedied, you may lose your gardening privileges.
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I agree.
