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Board proclaims September Hunger Action Month and National Service Dog Month
Summary
The Board proclaimed September 2026 as Hunger Action Month and National Service Dog Month. Molly Kern of the SLO Food Bank described expanded need (more than 50,000 people served monthly) and Stephanie Ruigerrone of Canine Companions described service dog training stages and volunteer needs.
The Board adopted two ceremonial resolutions recognizing community needs and nonprofit work.
Supervisor Ortiz Lehi read a proclamation declaring September 2026 Hunger Action Month in San Luis Obispo County. Molly Kern, chief executive of the SLO Food Bank, told the Board the Food Bank provides food to more than 50,000 neighbors each month — a 58% increase in individuals served over five years — and highlighted volunteer engagement and outreach to rural communities. Supervisors thanked the Food Bank and noted pressures from federal policy changes.
Supervisor Bruce Gibson read a resolution declaring September National Service Dog Month. Stephanie Ruigerrone of Canine Companions explained the multi‑stage process to create and train service dog teams, emphasized the difference between service dogs and emotional‑support animals, and described volunteer needs (puppy‑raising, breeder caretakers and public education). Supervisors praised the organizations and encouraged public support and volunteering.
Both proclamations were received with public comments from nonprofit partners and community members who described the organizations’ partnerships with county programs.
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