Tulare County honors Salvation Army and launches Taco Trail campaign

The Tulare County Board of Supervisors convened on May 13, 2025, to address various community initiatives and proclamations. The meeting began with a presentation recognizing the Salvation Army of Tulare County for its humanitarian efforts in providing essential services and promoting faith-based outreach. This acknowledgment highlighted the organization's significant role in the community.

Following this, the board discussed a new initiative by the Resource Management Agency, the "Taco Trail of Tulare County." This campaign aims to showcase local culinary offerings, particularly tacos, as a unique attraction for residents and visitors alike. The initiative was celebrated during a lunch event at Taco Tequila, where the board members expressed enthusiasm for promoting local food culture, drawing comparisons to other regional attractions like wine trails.

The meeting also included announcements of upcoming events. The chair mentioned their participation as a keynote speaker at the Tulare County News Supervisors Academy, which supports leadership development among county employees. Additionally, the chair will attend a local reception hosted by the Tulare County Association of Realtors and a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Caldwell widening project on May 15. The chair also noted plans to attend the Tulare County Association of Governments meeting in Exeter on May 19.

The next agenda item involved presenting a proclamation declaring May 2025 as CalFresh Awareness Month in Tulare County. This initiative aims to raise awareness about the CalFresh program, which provides food assistance to eligible residents. The meeting proceeded with discussions surrounding this proclamation, emphasizing the importance of food security in the community.

Overall, the meeting underscored the board's commitment to community engagement and support for local initiatives, with a focus on promoting both humanitarian efforts and local economic development through unique cultural offerings.