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Salem Council approves $20,000 donation to Marion Polk Food Share amid SNAP disruption
Summary
The Salem City Council voted unanimously Nov. 10 to transfer $20,000 from the FY26 general fund to Marion Polk Food Share to help residents affected by a temporary suspension of SNAP benefits. Councilors framed the gift as an emergency stopgap tied to increased local demand and the food bank’s purchasing leverage.
The Salem City Council voted Nov. 10 to authorize a $20,000 donation to Marion Polk Food Share to support residents affected by the recent suspension of SNAP benefits. Councilor Teigen moved the measure and the council adopted Resolution 2025-30 to transfer $20,000 of appropriation within the fiscal year 2026 general fund for the donation. The motion passed on a roll call with all council members present voting yes; Mayor Julie Hoy was absent.
Rick Gapo, president of Marion Polk Food Share, warned council that demand has…
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