The Lafayette City Council in August took the first step toward creating an organic farm on public open space. The motivation behind the charter, which if approved by voters in November, is to turn the 14-acre Thomas Open Space parcel into an organic farm with trails. The Thomas property, southwest of Baseline Rd. and U.S. 287, is currently leased to a farmer. The proposal is to use the parcel for an organic farm that would support local markets, have a produce stand and create public educational opportunities.