Our garden has 100 plots and most of the people who garden go about their own
business and do not help with communal jobs. This is despite people agreeing to
help, signing up, etc. We have one gardener who has done most of the important
routine tasks, like setting up and maintaining our water
There is a big difference between recognizing people who do work above and
beyond the call of duty for the benefit of all and paying people to do work.
The former can be inspiring and heartwarming. The latter can lead people to
think that they need not work unless they get paid. If you pay
I'd agree that paying someone for such volunteer work should be a last resort
after examining lots of alternatives and getting advise on re-engaging the
garden members. In the long run, requiring people to do their part may be a
bit
hard, but a good waiting list will take care of this
Brunswick, Canada
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I'd agree that paying someone for such volunteer work should be a last resort
after
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