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Venison Coalition funding increased after larger harvests; county approves $13,891.50 amendment

Steuben County Health and Human Services / Health and Education Committee · May 6, 2026
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Summary

County staff asked to expand the Venison Coalition contract after a large rise in processed pounds; the committee approved an increase from the previously budgeted $8,316 to about $13,891.50 for 2026.

County social services staff asked the committee to approve an increased contract amount for the Venison Coalition after the program delivered substantially more pounds of meat in the most recent season.

"They expect it to be the same, if not more, for the coming season," the presenter said when describing growth from 238 pounds in 2022-23 to 3,969 pounds last season. Staff asked to expand the 2026 contract from the previously approved $8,316 to roughly $13,891.50 to cover additional processing and distribution costs.

Members asked about processing subsidies and whether the county covers cutting costs for the program; the presenter confirmed the county pays processing costs and said the program distributes meat to local food banks. The committee approved the increase by voice vote.

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