The above are our original objectives. The reasons for ending the homeless job training program are many. Primarily, BOSS, after evaluating the efficacy of its training program, chose to change the gardening program from job training and food production to rehabilitation. BOSS, within the last year, purchased a piece of property, which has been developed into an ornamental and herb garden. The second major change was our appreciation of the importance and significance of improving the quality of food served in school lunches.
Schools are a major market for food.
In the course of a school year, the Food Services department will serve over 463,000 lunches and 106,000 breakfasts. For many students, school meals provide a significant portion of their nutritional intake. Currently the meals served by Berkeley's Food Services department, consistent with the industry standard, contain little or no fresh vegetables and fruits. The bulk of the items served are reheated, prepackaged frozen foods. Install in-ground irrigation and raised beds in this 2,200 square foot area.