Recommendation IE.22
Recommendation Status: Expand
Support and advocate for the expansion of SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) and WIC (Women, Infant and Children) programs for seniors, youth and families.
This recommendation helps achieve the following
Applicable Geographic Scales
Countywide
Municipalities
Key Issues Addressed
Sustainability Considerations
Sub-geographies
Equity Considerations
Assists low-income individuals and families purchase healthy food.
Reduces food insecurity and promotes healthier diets, and supports local economies.
Related Planning Topic Areas
Inclusive
Economies
Complete Communities
Low
(Less than $1 mil)
Medium
($1-10mil)
Partnership
Implementation
Lead Partner(s)
St. Louis County Department of Humans Services - Office of Community Development
Timeline
Ongoing
Near-term
(Within 5 Years)
Supporting Partner(s)
Missouri Department of Social Services
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
St. Louis County Department of Public Health
Project
Cost
High
($10+ mil)
Project, Partnership, or Policy
Policy
Medium-term
(5-10 Years)
Long-term
(10+ Years)
Potential Funding Sources
USDA SNAP
CDC State Physical Activity and Nutrition (SPAN)
Tracking Implementation
No action.
Tracking Success
LEED_CC_ Quality of Life
If overperforming, what should we do?
Create a county-wide citizen advocacy and support group.
If underperforming, what should we do?