Tag Archives: Sustainable Food Policy Board

Pandemic, winter storm prompt Council to address local food system

In response to the double-whammy of the pandemic and Winter Storm Uri, City Council adopted a resolution at its June 10 meeting with the goal of strengthening the city’s food system and aiding the local agricultural industry. “During the pandemic, one…

City Council • By Jonathan Lee • Jun 25, 2021

City to loosen enforcement on food donation charities

Covid-19 has increased food insecurity across Travis County while creating further operational complications for local food banks, soup kitchens and other charitable feeding organizations. To help meet the rising demand, the city is looking to remove some of its structural…

City Council • By Ryan Thornton • Aug 3, 2020