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Akron committees approve up to $100,000 to Akron‑Canton Regional Food Bank after SNAP disruption
Summary
The Budget & Finance Committee advanced an ordinance authorizing the mayor to provide up to $100,000 to the Akron‑Canton Regional Food Bank to help residents affected by a SNAP benefits disruption; officials said funds would be used for food purchases and distribution, likely in two $50,000 installments.
The City of Akron Budget & Finance Committee on Wednesday approved an ordinance authorizing the mayor or his designee to provide funds not to exceed $100,000 to the Akron‑Canton Regional Food Bank to assist residents impacted by a disruption to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
Emma Lieberth presented the measure as a joint proposal from Mayor Malik and Council President Margo Somerville, advanced at the request of Summit County Executive Eileen Shapiro. Katie Carver Reid,…
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