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Marquette County food bank served 348 households last month; staff say a larger freezer is needed
Summary
Food bank staff told the Human Services Board on March 3 that 348 households were served in the previous month (59% seniors or children) and that limited refrigeration capacity is forcing them to turn away donations; staff will consider issuing an RFP for a larger walk-in cooler/freezer.
The Marquette County food bank served 348 households in the last month, 59% of them seniors or children, according to a March 3 report to the Marquette County Department of Human Services Board.
Why it matters: The food bank’s capacity affects how much donated food can be stored and distributed; limited refrigeration forced staff to decline some donations, prompting proposals for a capital upgrade.
Jennifer Vote told the board the food bank ran a surplus in 2024 driven by state aid, donations and fundraising; staff proposed using surplus funds toward purchasing a larger walk-in cooler/freezer and will consider issuing a request for proposals (RFP) to replace the current, previously used units.
The board did not vote on a procurement at the meeting; staff noted they will explore RFP options and capital planning.
The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 4, 2025.
