CITY OF UNION CITY
PROCLAMATION
Recognizing March 2026 as
Senior Nutrition Programs Month – Ending the Wait
WHEREAS, in 1972, the Older Americans Act was amended to create a national nutrition program for adults aged 60 and older, helping support their health, dignity, and independence; and
WHEREAS, local organizations such as Spectrum Community Services and SOS Meals on Wheels play a vital role in Union City by providing nutritious meals and essential support services to older adults in our community; and
WHEREAS, in 2025, Spectrum Community Services served 9,113 meals to 176 seniors in Union City, while SOS Meals on Wheels delivered 40,170 meals to 136 homebound seniors, helping them remain healthy and independent in their own homes; and
WHEREAS, these programs also provide opportunities for social connection and community engagement, helping reduce loneliness and isolation among seniors; and WHEREAS, Meals on Wheels programs across the nation are joining together through the End the Wait campaign to raise awareness and support so that every senior who needs a meal can receive one.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Gary Singh, Mayor of the City of Union City, and on behalf of the entire City Council, do hereby proclaim March 2026 as Senior Nutrition Programs Month – Ending the Wait in the City of Union City and encourage residents to recognize and support the organizations and volunteers who work every day to ensure that seniors in our community receive the nutrition and care they deserve.
DATED: March 24, 2026
GARY SINGH, Mayor
JAIME PATIÑO, Vice Mayor
LANCE NISHIHIRA, Councilmember
SCOTT SAKAKIHARA, Councilmember
JEFF WANG, Councilmember