GOLDEN, Colo. — The Jefferson County Board of Commissioners declared an emergency Saturday due to ongoing SNAP benefit delays affecting 38,000 residents.

The declaration aims to streamline resources and expedite food assistance to families through local food banks.

Board Chair Lesley Dahlkemper stated that the emergency order enables quick reimbursement for costs associated with the disaster declaration.

"It's very concerning to us when we see that SNAP benefits are being withheld. And frankly, it is mean and it's cruel, but one thing we know about Jefferson County is we come together, we partner," Dahlkemper said. Jefferson County Commissoner Lesley Dahlkemper said the emergency order allows officials to streamline resources to families in need and get reimbursed for costs specific to

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