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page 3 <br /> Deoember 1, 1 <br /> Food Stamp program. The growth rate is not as dramatic as the Board and Sta <br /> had hoped.. Haweve4 should demand be greater in the future the program is et <br /> to meet such demand, and is wng every effort to increase usage. To reach <br /> Mal of 40% of the estimated population in Orange County within 12 of the <br /> poverty guidelines (Food Stamp Eligibles) may not be possible unless a large <br /> number of persons applying for Low Income Energy Assistance (LIEA) in Decembi <br /> also sign Food Stamp applications, We are encouraging all LIEA applicants o: <br /> their probable Food Stamp eligibility status. The increase for November and <br /> December combined would need to be 435 additional participants, <br /> The Board and staff wish to thank each of the individuals and agencies who have E <br /> an interest in the Food Stamp program. We ask that you continue to work at this 1 <br /> of informing those in need about the program. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> /1- 'Cr 4,0 Cei9 <br /> (Mrs,$) Janice E. Schopler, Chairperson <br /> Orange County Board of Social Services <br /> JESids <br /> Enclosure: 1 <br />