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Sarasota News Leader November 9, 2012 Thirty-one Sarasota County schools with gar- den programs have received rain barrels from the University of Florida/Extension Sarasota County office, the county has announced. The beverage distribution company Redi-2- DrinQ Group had donated 50 barrels to the office, the release adds. "Rain barrels reduce stormwater runoff and conserve water by collecting rainwater that can be used for plants and gardens," the re- lease notes. The donated barrels are wrapped with a banner featuring the nine principles of Florida-Friendly Landscaping: Right Plant, Right Place; Water Efficiently; Fertilize Appro- priately; Mulch; Attract Wildlife; Manage Yard Pests Responsibly; Recycle; Reduce Storm- water Runoff; and Protect the Waterfront. The barrels provide educational school yard demonstrations that help schools conserve resources, the release says. Page 59 EXTENSION SERVICE GIVES DONATED RAIN BARRELS TO SCHOOLS The elementary schools that received the bar- rels were Alta Vista, Brentwood, Emma E. Booker, Gocio, Southside, Garden, Glenallen and Taylor Ranch. The middle school recipi- ents were McIntosh and Oak Park South. The high schools were Riverview, Suncoast Poly- technical, Pine View and Venice. The Extension office offers monthly work- shops during which residents can learn how the rain barrels conserve water, save money and reduce stormwater runoff, the release points out. The workshops provide practical tips on constructing and installing rain bar- rels. The next class will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. Nov. 17 at Twin Lakes Park, 6700 Clark Road, Sarasota. Sarasota County government offers rain bar- rels for $37, including tax. For more information, contact the Sarasota County Call Center at 861-5000, or visit www. scgov.net. Old school journalism. 21st century delivery. For Advertising Info Sales@SarasotaNewsLeader.com (941) 227-1080