Council on Aging reorganized its leadership and advanced facility improvements. Peg Nogueira and Earl Pearlman were elected co-chairs and Carol Kotros as treasurer on September 16.
Council on Aging confirmed Justine Southwick Brewer as Senior Citizen of the Year. The award carries a celebration on September 20 at the Unitarian Church. The council accepted the treasurer's report and moved to reimburse Senior Center Director Amy Wilson Kent for incurred expenses.
The Council on Aging unanimously approved its financial reports on June 10. With 13.6 percent of the annual budget remaining and year-end expenses pending, Director Amy Wilson Kent noted that additional funding for drivers may be needed next year.
Council on Aging reviewed four potential sites for senior center expansion ranging from $8 million to $12 million in estimated construction costs, with Morrison Drive eliminated due to site constraints.
Mendon Council on Aging approved a $100 gift and set summer senior events. The Council unanimously approved a $100 tribute from the gift account for Dave Clinkman, the Mendon Minstrels music director who resigned, with member Phil Cieply moving the motion and Earl Pearlman seconding.
Council on Aging coordinated emergency evacuation planning with fire department following notification of a potential meal site inspection.
Mendon Council on Aging identified accessibility compliance gaps and approved treasurer report.
Council on Aging met January 14 to review programs and budget. Director Amy Wilson-Kent reported on pending grant applications, including one from Senator Fattman's office with a March 4 deadline for AARP public safety and transportation funding.
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