blog 9

Until recently, the Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST) decided to protect the agricultural land. Although it does not clearly state whether or not POST helps fund Potrero Nuevo, one can assume that by "protecting" the land, POST also means contributing to its health and flourishment which essentially means ensuring that they receive the funding needed to make this happen. I believe Potrero Nuevo receives funding for the educational program it offers to Pilarcitos High School's "Coyote Farms Project". Also, the U-Pick program where members of the community come pick flowers and certain crops available in season gives Potrero Nuevo a source of income. The bike stand that Potrero Nuevo has where certain snack foods and water could be found for bikers biking along the way is a small source of income if the biker decides to donate. The biker is not obligated to pay for the items he or she takes. It is based off an honorary system. I would conclude that money and services provided are not provided in a consistent and reliable manner. Because certain non-profit organizations rely on Potrero Nuevo for food, I would argue that other people and organizations rely on my CP to provide a sort of funding since people rely upon it to eat.