
Patrice was recognized at the Santa Clara city Council meeting on September 8, 2010.
"Patrice was instrumental in the development and operations of the Santa Clara Community Garden", says Locke Ettinger who nominated Patrice for the award. "Her vision to use the garden to bring community members together, support local needs and provide an opportunity for kids to participate and learn has made the garden something extraordinary."
"The Healthy Dixie Award is an opportunity to recognize people or organizations who are taking action to improve the health of our community", explains Jane Lambert, the Council president. "The Healthy Dixie Council wants to thank them for their contribution."