The City of Kalona is trying to gauge residents’ interest in a community garden proposed in the fall. The garden will be located next to the tennis courts or south of the campground at Kalona City Park.

According to City Administrator Ryan Schlabaugh, they want to install a water spigot near the garden, so city staff is currently trying to determine which of the two locations would be better suited for one.

He adds they won’t be charging residents to utilize the garden but will ask that a portion of their produce be donated to a food bank.

To determine the community’s interest level in this project, those who would like to be involved are asked to call city hall at 319-656-2310.