The Current State of Affairs
Ellie Litzinger interviewed several members of the Local Foods, Local Places steering committee to ask them what they thought was a success over the last year and areas where improvement can occur. The answers they provided are showcased in the table below.
SUCCESSES
AREAS FOR IMPROVEMENT
Projects would not have been
Better communications with the public
possible without significant volunteer
More support from the city via
and professional contributions
participation in Steering Committee-led
Good supporting cast of professionals
events
and volunteers who are passionate
Increase event attendance
about local foods Clear objectives are being set Wide interest from the community and the news Steering committee members successful in matching needs to
Continue to engage community members across all demographics Co-creating educational opportunities with the public via the schools and Community Education
resources for those who need it Older residents taken into account, a demographic that is traditionally not engaged in projects involving community health The farmer's market had its first season
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