During a recent government meeting in Kenner, Mayor Mike Lazer presented a proclamation honoring Ronnie Lamarck and the Lamarck Companies for their significant contributions to the Kenner Food Bank. The mayor highlighted Lamarck's decade-long commitment, which includes a monthly donation of $500 that helps procure essential food items like milk, butter, and eggs for local families in need. Additionally, Lamarck Ford actively engages with the food bank to ensure their contributions meet the community's most urgent needs and facilitates the delivery of these items.

The meeting also marked the proclamation of September as National Hunger Action Month, emphasizing the critical issue of food insecurity in Louisiana. The proclamation noted that approximately 683,000 people in the state face hunger, with over 234,000 children affected, ranking Louisiana second in the nation for child poverty. The city of Kenner, in collaboration with organizations like Feeding America and Second Harvest Food Bank, aims to raise awareness and combat hunger through community efforts.

Lamarck expressed gratitude for the recognition and reiterated his commitment to supporting the food bank and the community. He reflected on his long-standing relationship with the city and emphasized the importance of collaboration in addressing local challenges. The meeting concluded with a call to action for residents to engage in efforts to alleviate hunger in their community.