Parking a Concern as Hales Trail Community Garden Grows

Concerned for the safety of Ozaukee Interurban Trail users and hoping to avoid congestion along Hales Trail because of , Port Washington officials are considering an ordinance that would ban parking along a portion of the street.

The recommendation to ban parking comes from the , and would eliminate parking on Hales Trail where it meets with Pierron Street until about 90 feet east of the intersection with Kaiser Drive.

The Port Washington Common Council discussed the ordinance at it's Tuesday night meeting. It will require a second read before being approved.

The , just a short walk in from Hales Trail. It has room for about 60 plots that are 15 feet by 15 feet. The garden organizers have started a Facebook page, and updates on the garden's progress — including future opportunities to volunteer — are posted there. The annual fee per plot is set at $25 for residents, and $30 for nonresidents. Plots are still available.

Each plot owner is required per the garden's rules to donate five hours of service each year, whether that be helping in the construction process or maintaining the garden grounds throughout the summer.

People interested in volunteering or purchasing a plot can contact Strohl by e-mailing ourgardeninport@gmail.com.

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