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' VICENTE SARMIENTO <br /> ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS <br /> SUPERVISOR, SECOND DISTRICT <br /> COUNTY ADMINISTRATION NORTH BUILDING <br /> 400 W.CIVIC CENTER DRIVE.SANTA ANA,CALIFORNIA 92701 <br /> PHONE (714)834-3220 <br /> To the Honorable Mayor Amezcua and Santa Ana City Councilmembers: <br /> I write this letter of support on behalf of the organization United Across Borders Foundation (UABF). <br /> They were a vital part of the city of Santa Ana's food outreach efforts during the pandemic and <br /> established a strong network within the predominately Spanish speaking community that they serve. <br /> Their organization has a proven track record in helping to address hunger within Santa Ana and other <br /> Second District cities with very minimal administrative overhead. UABF's food distribution program is <br /> currently providing fresh organic produce to over 700 families each week. In addition to direct food <br /> distribution, their staff have helped to connect these residents with other basic services including tax <br /> preparation, COVID testing, and navigating other support services. <br /> My office will partner with UABF on raising community awareness regarding upcoming cuts to the <br /> CalFresh program.We look forward to continuing our partnership with them as we try to address the <br /> needs of families within our community. <br /> It is with these considerations in mind that I fully support continuing to fund their food distribution <br /> program. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> Vicente Sarmiento <br /> Orange County Board Supervisor, District 2 <br /> Cc: erika@uabfoundation.org <br />