Chula Vista city officials Wednesday partnered with Catholic Charities Diocese of San Diego to celebrate the informal opening of a city-operated food pantry, the first in the South Bay, officials said.
The opening included a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday at the pantry, located at the Civic Center Chula Vista Public Library.
The pantry will offer staples and other essential food items “to help address food insecurity in the Chula Vista community,” according to a statement.
Mayor John McCann described the pantry as “a meaningful investment in the well-being of Chula Vista, strengthening our community by addressing food insecurity head-on, supporting families, seniors and students in times of need, and reinforcing our commitment to ensuring every resident is treated with dignity, respect and care.”
Located at 365 F St., the food pantry will officially open on March 4, and operate Mondays and Wednesdays from noon to 7 p.m., according to the city.
(Photo courtesy of Catholic Charities Diocese of San Diego)