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CCPS nutrition chief reports 8.7M meals served, warns of foam ban and rising costs
Summary
Food and Nutrition Services reported expected service of about 8.7 million meals this year, 38% free/reduced eligibility, plans to scale warehouse operations, countywide vending contract changes, and concerns about a state ban on foam disposables effective July 1 that could cost an estimated $1–2 million to replace materials.
Mr. Dunre gave the board an update on School Nutrition Services, describing federally funded programs and operational pressures while highlighting recent recognitions for staff.
He said CCPS participates in National School Breakfast and Lunch programs, CACFP and the Summer Food Service Program and that the division is "on pace this year to serve about 8.7 million meals." He noted 38% of Chesterfield students qualify for free or reduced-price meals and the department currently staffs about 476 employees.
Mr. Dunre told the board the division has received awards from the Virginia Department of Education and the School Nutrition…
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