The AB Combs Elementary School rain garden was recognized with a 2011 Sir Walter Raleigh Award for Community Appearance, Raleigh’s annual celebration of the best in community design and conservation.  The award is shared among its many partners, including Wake SWCD Staff, as well as  District Conservation Award recipients John Ann Shearer and Falcon Engineering.

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