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Valley Center approves 2026 'Food for Fines' program to aid local food pantry
Valley Center City Council · January 7, 2026
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Summary
Council approved a Food for Fines program allowing $5 credit per eligible donated nonperishable item (max $50) to reduce court fines while supporting the Valley Center Food Pantry; staff said the program requires no additional city funding.
The Valley Center City Council voted to approve a 2026 'Food for Fines' program presented by court clerk Katie Crook.
Katie Crook, the court clerk, described the program’s operation and community impact: "We offer the $5 credit…
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