Initial Site Visits in the SFSP

On May 30, 2023, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued Policy Memorandum SFSP 10-2023: Initial Site Visits in the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP). This policy provides guidance on initial site visits for SFSP sponsors including the flexibility for sponsors to combine the initial site visit with the full food service review.

You can view this policy memo on the USDA School Meals Policy web page .

Contact Information

If you have questions regarding this subject, please contact the Summer Nutrition Program and Grants Unit within the CDE Nutrition Services Division by email at SFSP@cde.ca.gov.

Questions: Nutrition Services Division | 800-952-5609

Last Reviewed: Tuesday, July 25, 2023

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