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The City of Flagstaff Sustainability Division invites members of the public to review the recently published “2024 Community Food System Assessment for Flagstaff & Northern Arizona,” available at www.flagstaff.az.gov/NAZFSA. The Community Food Systems Assessment (CFSA), funded through the United States Department of Agriculture, provides an in-depth review of food systems, food access, and food distribution in Flagstaff and Northern Arizona. This assessment completes the first of three phases of the Assessing & Growing a Sustainable Community Food System project.

The CFSA is a collaborative effort, reflecting the dedication and advocacy of those committed to establishing a sustainable and equitable food system. This report will serve as a tool to develop policy and investment strategies that address key barriers and leverage existing strengths to improve public health, foster community building, and increase the capacity of the local food system to better serve residents' needs. These findings are integral to integrating sustainable food systems into policy-guiding plans such as the Flagstaff Carbon Neutrality Plan and the 2045 Regional Plan.

For any related questions, please contact City of Flagstaff Food Systems Coordinator Natalie Pierson at natalie.pierson@flagstaffaz.gov or (928) 213-2158.