9.E.18) Expand offerings of existing markets

Large supermarkets cannot be supported in every neighborhood, but there are other, smaller-scale options available to ensure that residents of even the poorest neighborhoods.  Assisting the owners of the local corner markets or convenience stores that populate urban neighborhoods trade their alcohol or snack foods in for perishable foods, or supplement the former with the latter.  There are a variety of creative ways for the Commonwealth to explore programs to offer financing and technical assistance to encourage local entrepreneurs to stock fresh produce.   The Massachusetts Office of Small Business and Entrepreneurship should function as a connector for small businesses interested in adding produce to their lineups and assistance and financing. 

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Support Healthy Families
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E. Ensure access to healthy food
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