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Skagit County commissioners proclaim Food Waste Prevention Week
Summary
The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a proclamation declaring a food waste prevention week in Skagit County to encourage residents to reduce food waste.
The Skagit County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a proclamation on April 15 declaring a Food Waste Prevention Week and encouraging residents to reduce food waste, conserve resources and support waste reduction practices.
Commissioner Browning read the proclamation and the board moved and seconded approval. Commissioners recorded the vote by voice; the motion carried unanimously.
Commissioners briefly noted local examples of household food‑use practices and encouraged residents to reduce waste. The proclamation covers awareness actions through the end of March 2025 as read during the meeting and urges residents to adopt measures such as tracking refrigerator contents and using leftovers to reduce waste.
