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Wheat Ridge proclaims Hunger Action Month; pantry volunteers describe rising demand
Summary
Mayor Bud Starker proclaimed Sept. 25, 2025, Hunger Action Month in Wheat Ridge. Volunteer testimony at public comment described a sustained increase in food-pantry demand and declining supplies; Jefferson County Food Policy Council announced a countywide fundraising collaboration called Feeding Jeffco Together.
WHEAT RIDGE, Colo. — The Wheat Ridge City Council issued a proclamation recognizing Hunger Action Month during Monday's meeting and called attention to local food insecurity while community volunteers described ongoing strain at area pantries.
Mayor Bud Starker presented the proclamation declaring Sept. 25, 2025, as Hunger Action Month in Wheat Ridge and invited Hallie Nelson of the Jefferson…
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