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TOPS reports sharp rise in need after SNAP pause; new building to open June 1
Summary
TOPS executive director Sherry Martin told council TOPS served over 1,700 households (4,300+ individuals) last year, saw a 26% spike in need after a SNAP pause, spent more than $41,000 sheltering families, and expects a new building to open June 1 with a mid-July grand opening.
Sherry Martin, executive director of TOPS, delivered the organization's annual report to the council, saying the group's main focus is food access, housing stability and resource navigation. Martin said a pause in SNAP benefits last fall produced an immediate surge in demand "— a 26% increase in 2 days," which required TOPS to adjust processes and rely on community support.
Martin provided service and cost figures:…
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