A Coral Springs resident recently appeared before the City Commission to suggest a way to help people in the community battle the ongoing recession.

Nora Ayala believes a community garden will help the city’s struggling residents.

“A vegetable garden is not only profitable, but it will help during this difficult economic time,” Ayala said. "This will provide residents with work and food." She also referred to First Lady Michelle Obama’s vegetable garden at the White House.

City commissioners said they liked the idea and will look into adding citizen gardens for growing vegetables or flowers.

“It’s a great idea and people can have their individual plots,” said City Commissioner Roy Gold. “It’s a great way to build the community.”

The city will bring the idea to the Neighborhood Environment Committee.