In the 75211 area, minorities are experiencing malnutrition and do not have access to healthy affordable foods in the community. An article from the Dallas Morning News states, “An estimated 700,000 Dallas residents have limited access to grocery stores.” Due to this, the community is experiencing health issues such as diabetes, obesity, and many other illnesses. 

Every second Tuesday and fourth Wednesday of each month on the Mountain View campus, the North Texas Food Bank Truck (NTFB) volunteers provided nutritious foods to the 75211 community with the Mobile Pantry Program prior to the pandemic. Since COVID-19, the NTFB has set up a ‘Pandemic Mobile Pantry' where trucks distribute foods from Dallas College Campuses. However, there has been a significant decrease in the dates for distribution due to the safety guidelines of COVID-19 and greater need at other locations throughout the City of Dallas.

Dallas College Mountain View Campus students are concerned with the health of low-income families in the area not having access to healthy foods.  We are urging Dallas legislators to reform the community. By adding healthy resources opportunities in the community.  As a result, affordable grocery stores, urban gardens, and farmer’s markets would become accessible to community members. By doing this the 75211 area will have the opportunity to experience more nutritious foods and a healthier lifestyle.

Please help us reach our community goal of 350+ signatures to send this petition to our representatives at Dallas City Council, Senator Royce West, and Mayor Johnson to generate and strengthen this community for a better future.