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AGENCY TESTIMONY
Conclusion and future outlook
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Kate MacKenzie concludes her testimony by summarizing the challenges of rising food prices and reaffirming the city's commitment to food security and infrastructure improvements.
- Acknowledges the ongoing challenges posed by rising food prices for food and nutrition security
- Reiterates the city's commitment to strengthening food infrastructure and emergency food networks
- Recognizes the limitations of city control over food price fluctuations
- Expresses openness to further discussion and collaboration with council members
- Welcomes questions from the committee members
Kate MacKenzie
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And of course, we rely on our safety net program of SNAP which serves nearly 1,800,000 New Yorkers is the largest safety net program to provide income assistance to eligible families.
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In conclusion, rising food prices continue to pose significant challenges for food and nutrition security in New York City making it more difficult for many residents to access fresh and healthy affordable food.
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The city remains committed to strengthening its food infrastructure and emergency food network providing these essential nutrition security programs and serving healthy foods.
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That said fluctuations in food prices are multifaceted and largely beyond our control as they're influenced by geopolitical factors, supply chain disruptions, local challenges and constraints.
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Nonetheless, we welcome this discussion, truly welcome this discussion, and look forward to identifying opportunities for continued collaboration with both of you, your teams, and further advocacy.
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Thank you for the opportunity to speak and we welcome your questions.