Threat

There have been a number of initiatives to "save" the Greatwood Gardens, which have been well meaning, but short-term solutions. At this time, Goddard College 's President, Board of Trustees, and Facilities Director recognize the historic significance of the Greatwood Estate Campus and are committed to restoring the gardens, grounds, and buildings. Thus Goddard College intends to continue the restoration work that was initiated in 2002 through the general College budget along with regular professional garden consulting. Some of the objectives of this work are:

•  Developing an integrated campus facilities plan that recognizes the importance Greatwood Estate and Gardens have within the larger campus

•  Continuing and expanding research on the Greatwood Estate Gardens

•  Restoration of the Upper, Formal, and Rose Gardens

•  Developing interpretive programs for students, historians, and gardeners

•  Establishing relationships with other historic gardens in Vermont and New England

•  Establishing a relationship with the Vermont Tourism Department

•  Including garden restoration and maintenance as a priority in the Goddard College budget

Funding is the main obstacle for the preservation, renovation, and maintenance of the Greatwood Estate Gardens. Goddard College is tuition dependent for all of its revenues. Academic programs, faculty, infrastructure, staffing, and restoration of the Estate Gardens, to name just a few, compete for the College's monetary resources. Therefore the Greatwood Garden restoration is limited in what can be accomplished, due to the financial demands of making the entire Goddard Campus safe, functional, and inviting.