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QUESTION
What is the budget for food in the correctional facility, and are there plans for in-house meal preparation?
3:19:46
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The Department of Corrections' food budget is expected to rise to $23,000,000 due to increasing food prices and population. Deputy Commissioner Srinivasan discusses funding plans and the feasibility of in-house meal preparation.
- The current food budget is between $18,000,000 and $19,000,000, with an anticipated increase to $23,000,000.
- This increase is attributed to rising food prices and inmate population growth.
- The cost per meal has escalated to $8.93.
- Questions are raised about the use of contracted food services versus in-house meal preparation.
- The council member inquires about the potential for in-house cooking to save money and improve meal quality.