Weekend Recap: Mayor Brandon Johnson Signs EO Directing City Resources To Food Pantries And Local Businesses, Assists At Food Distribution Event, Supports Veterans, Empowers Civic Minded Chicagoans
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CHICAGO ~ Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson was busy this past weekend, taking proactive measures to protect his city's residents from food insecurity. On Saturday morning, he joined community leaders and volunteers to distribute food packages to West Side residents. Later in the day, he connected with community-focused Chicagoans at City Civics Day and honored local veterans at the Arthur Lockhart Resource Institute's annual Veterans Day event.

The day began with Mayor Johnson signing an executive order at the Aspire Center for Workforce Development in Austin. The order directs additional city resources to support local community organizations, non-profits, food pantries, and faith institutions. This move comes as a response to the ongoing uncertainty around SNAP benefits and upcoming changes to eligibility requirements.

"We know that 600,000 Chicagoans rely on SNAP as a lifeline for those struggling to make ends meet to put food on the table," said Mayor Johnson. "With this executive order, we are taking yet another step to keep our communities informed, to continue to make sure that they have access to food, and ultimately strengthen our protections for everyone."

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Following the signing of the executive order, Mayor Johnson joined mutual aid workers and volunteers at an emergency food distribution event held by the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Over 100 residents attended the event in Austin, one of nine emergency distribution events held across the city on Saturday.

In the afternoon, Mayor Johnson participated in City Civics Day along with Aldermen Desmon Yancy (5th) and Jeannette Taylor (20th), as well as representatives from the Department of Planning and Development (DPD) and Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE). The event aimed to empower residents by providing opportunities for them to connect with each other and learn more about civic life.

Mayor Johnson engaged in conversations surrounding public art, transportation, urban planning, and Chicago history with over 1,000 attendees. He also took time to meet with the participants and hear their thoughts and ideas.

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Later in the day, Mayor Johnson joined U.S. Representative Danny K. Davis (IL-07), Pastor Larry Lockhart of Healing Temple Church, and community leaders at the Arthur Lockhart Resource Institute's annual Standup Veterans Day event. The event provided food, essential services, and supplies for local veterans.

The Arthur Lockhart Resource Institute focuses on suicide prevention and provides services that address and advocate for the evolving needs of veterans in a dignified and holistic manner. Mayor Johnson commended the Institute's work in uplifting residents on the West Side while thanking attending veterans for their service to the nation.

Overall, Mayor Brandon Johnson's actions this weekend demonstrate his commitment to protecting Chicagoans from food insecurity, supporting community organizations, and honoring those who have served our country. His efforts have not gone unnoticed as he continues to work towards a stronger and more resilient city for all its residents.

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