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The Winkler Horticulture Society was formed in 2000 by a small group of residents of the City of Winkler. The intent of the society was to organize community planting areas with annuals to beautify the City of Winkler. In 2002, the society was allocated additional funding by the city to complete several large community projects and to expand its floral displays in the city limits. Hanging baskets in the downtown area as well as median area planters were installed. At the same time, work commenced on a public garden area, called Parkview Gardens on the south side of Grandeur Avenue and immediately west of Park Street. Members of the society have continued to grow since 2002 with a membership exceeding 15 bye 2004. Many residents of Winkler continue to volunteer their time separate from society members to plant and maintain public planting areas. Summer 2004 will see the completion of the Parkview Gardens with an official opening planned to the Harvest Festival weekend in August. Membership in the society is not restricted to residents of the City of Winkler, although in general, members either work or reside in Winkler.
The Winkler Horticulture Society is a volunteer organization under the direction of the City of Winkler's Parks and Recreation department. Annually, the society submits a budget through this departments for funding of its upcoming projects. Additional fundraising is completed by the society as well:
This unique blend of civic and volunteer organization is an example of the work ethnic and community involvement the residents of Winkler have continually demonstrated in contributing to the thriving success of our city. The City, Parks and Recreation department provides personnel to water all community planting areas diligently throughout the summer months and will undertake tilling, tree removal or the other maintenance work required by the society to complete its projects. This unique partnership is valued. |