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Black Hawk County weighs one-time boost to Northeast Iowa Food Bank as SNAP interruption raises demand
Summary
Northeast Iowa Food Bank representatives told the board that pantry visits surged after SNAP benefits were interrupted; supervisors discussed a possible county contribution (chair suggested up to $100,000) and will meet with area mayors before formal action next week.
Representatives of the Northeast Iowa Food Bank told the Black Hawk County Board of Supervisors that food pantry demand has spiked following an interruption to SNAP benefits and asked for county support to meet near-term needs.
Shannon (Northeast Iowa Food Bank) said last week partner pantries in Black Hawk County saw a 36% increase in service requests…
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