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OSU Extension warns SNAP‑Ed cut will eliminate local staff; asks for continued county support

Lucas County Board of Commissioners · September 30, 2025
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Ohio State University Extension staff told commissioners a federal funding cut will end the SNAP‑Ed program in Lucas County on Nov. 30, eliminating about 3.25 FTE locally; Extension requested continued county appropriations to sustain other programs and highlighted youth and food‑security work.

Megan Arnold, area leader for OSU Extension in Lucas County, presented the office’s 2026 budget request and warned that federal cuts will eliminate the SNAP‑Ed program statewide, affecting roughly 3.25 full‑time positions in Lucas County as of Nov. 30. Arnold said the loss follows federal reductions and is separate…

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