History

The Farmers Union ¨Local” Hall- 1931 current site of the Meadowbrook Community Hall on leased land from Sam Rodius. The organization was more liberal than the grange organization and did not support prohibition or political allies.  It was part of the National Farmers Union.  At one time Cougar Gulch was home to many orchards and farms.  The distinctive deep, rich soil is known as Palouse Loess, great for growing Root hearty plants in dry conditions and with proper watering and pest deterrents almost any short season plant.  The charter of the Local Farmers Union is probably still on the wall inside. There are residents around that remember the Saturday night dance held to pay for the construction.  HERBS: Lavender, Mint, Rosemary, Lemon thyme

VEGETABLES: Potatoes, Beets, Carrots, Corn, Peas,Beans, Zucchini, Squash FRUITS: Rhubarb, Raspberries, Strawberries, Italian plums, Apples

Farmers Union- 1938 the building got power and water from the nearby creek.

Meadowbrook II and Farmers Union unite- 1940s The addition facing east and west was at the old Meadowbrook School. It was moved down from where it stood on a knoll above the road. The school was closed with the consolidation of school districts and bussing of children to Coeur d’Alene. The property known as a Memorial Park was a donation by Sam Rodius.

Cougar Gulch Hilanders 1928 Formed and meet in members homes

Farmers Union sponsored local 4H Club -1946 Cougar Gulch Hilanders meet in the hall

Farmers withdraw from Union- 1968 fewer than 5 full time farmers. The land was purchased from Sam Rodius Trust with funds raised by dances,drawings, and  the 4-H club to become a community Center.  The grounds were named in memory of Sam Rodius.