Broward County Commission Regular Meeting
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Department: County Commission
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GIVING TUESDAY - COMMISSIONER FURR
ACTION: (T-12:33 PM) Commissioner Furr recognized Giving Tuesday and encouraged all in a position to do so, to give today; especially for those in need of food. Commissioner Furr encouraged people in need of food to apply for food stamps. In addition, Commissioner Furr expressed that applications for food stamps should be provided in food lines and that assistance should be provided to help people fill out food stamp applications if needed. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
In response to Commissioner Furr, Commissioner Sharief noted that in addition, persons should call 211 for social service assistance. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
Commission Furr also pointed out that persons should reach out to Family Success Centers as well. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)