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Los Angeles marks Good Food Day; council highlights food-access champions as SNAP/WIC disruptions and ICE activity strain services
Summary
The council joined the Los Angeles Food Policy Council in recognizing Good Food Day and local "good food champions." Speakers warned of strain on food systems from federal program disruptions and recent enforcement activity that deterred families from accessing food assistance.
The Los Angeles City Council acknowledged Good Food Day and the Los Angeles Food Policy Council's list of "good food champions" on Friday, while council members and policy advocates described rising pressure on local food systems.
Alba Velasquez, executive director of the Los Angeles Food Policy Council, told the council that rising…
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