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Council proclaims March 2025 as March for Meals; Coal Creek Meals on Wheels highlights 70,000 meals served in 2024
Summary
Council read a proclamation recognizing March for Meals; Coal Creek Meals on Wheels staff said the program delivered over 70,000 meals in 2024, including 8,540 to Erie residents, and emphasized there are no age or income requirements for service.
Council read a proclamation on March 11 recognizing March 2025 as March for Meals to raise awareness for local Meals on Wheels programs and volunteer efforts. Luna Collins, a community engagement manager at Coal Creek Meals on Wheels, briefed council on the program’s services and 2024 totals: she said Coal Creek Meals on Wheels provided more than 70,000 meals last year with 8,540 delivered to Erie residents and that clients are eligible regardless of age or income.
Mayor Andrew J. Moore formally read the town proclamation, which urged residents to honor volunteers and support local meal delivery through donations and volunteering. Staff and council thanked the organization for combating food insecurity and social isolation in the community.
