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Moline expands food-assistance program as city attorneys warn of new federal compliance limits
Summary
City officials unveiled expanded local food-voucher, pantry and emergency-assistance efforts funded in part by $25,000 and a Hy-Vee contribution, and warned that recent federal guidance and enforcement changes complicate using certain federal funds for direct aid.
Moline City leaders on Nov. 5 approved a locally funded expansion of food-assistance programs and outlined steps to reduce reliance on federal funding after city lawyers warned new federal enforcement could limit who is eligible for federally funded benefits.
In a presentation to the City Council, city staff described three elements of the program: a food-voucher distribution program carried out at City Hall and the City Service Center, a neighborhood food-drive/stocking effort to supply community pantries, and an emergency assistance program to help residents facing eviction or utility disconnection. Staff said $25,000 is being allocated to vouchers, Hy-Vee will add a 10% contribution, and each distribution can serve about 125 families; events are scheduled in…
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