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Findings and Recommendations 6 findings
F1
Certain practices of the Ukiah FB led to the perception of misappropriations of food by volunteers. Clients do not know the policies and procedures regarding their food allotment. 5
Related Recommendations (2)
R1
FB Managers train all clients and volunteers on the procedures for receiving their food allotment. The training should be based on easily accessible written policies. (F1)
R5
The Administrators of the three FBs meet periodically to exchange information, best practices, operations, and website design. (F1-F6)
F2
Many clients do not know how to prepare staples and do not understand the meaning of dates stamped on food products, such as best by/use by/good for a week after sell by date, and expired on.
Related Recommendations (2)
R5
The Administrators of the three FBs meet periodically to exchange information, best practices, operations, and website design. (F1-F6)
R6
FB management creates and distributes educational materials to clients for instruction on the preparation of food staples and the meaning of expiration dates stamped on food products. (F2)
F3
In Ukiah, the merger of the UCC and Ford Street Project Board of Directors and the selection of one Executive Director increased the workload of the Director and lessened the amount of available time dedicated to the FB.
Related Recommendations (1)
R5
The Administrators of the three FBs meet periodically to exchange information, best practices, operations, and website design. (F1-F6)
F4
Most Ukiah board members are not familiar with the FB operation, procedures, and food distribution.
Related Recommendations (2)
R2
The Board of Directors of each FB visits their FB at least twice a year to observe food distribution and overall operation. Board meeting notes shall include a written report of these site visits. (F4)
R5
The Administrators of the three FBs meet periodically to exchange information, best practices, operations, and website design. (F1-F6)
F5
In Ukiah, there is inequality in the distribution of food between the “general distribution” and “senior/disabled distribution”. The overall quality and quantity of food is deficient.
Related Recommendations (2)
R4
Ukiah FB management staff develops a procedure to ensure that general and senior/disabled distribution is of equal quality and quantity of food. (F5)
R5
The Administrators of the three FBs meet periodically to exchange information, best practices, operations, and website design. (F1-F6)
F6
Ukiah does not participate in the REFB. Willits and Fort Bragg appear to benefit from participation in the program.
Related Recommendations (2)
R3
Ukiah FB management staff applies to become a participant in the REFB program. (F6)
R5
The Administrators of the three FBs meet periodically to exchange information, best practices, operations, and website design. (F1-F6)