Council On Aging Meeting | October 28, 2026

The Lynn Council on Aging meeting on October 28, 2026, focused on senior programming, volunteer recruitment, finances, and board business. The director reported that the agency’s fiscal year 2026 had closed and reviewed expenses and program funding: September spending was reported as $6,700, year-to-date spending as about $20,000, and $51,000 was encumbered, with 4.3% of the budget spent to date. Members clarified that the distributed financial report was labeled for August 2026, while the figures discussed were for September. The director also noted that state formula funds support 30 programs, Title III grant applications support three programs, and private grants fund some activities. The Labor Day event cost $471 and collected $198 in registration fees; other program collections were also reported. No contracts, vendor awards, or purchasing approvals were discussed.

Members discussed winter programming, volunteer needs, and fundraising by the Friends of the Council on Aging. By roll-call vote, the board tabled officer nominations and elections until the bylaws are returned and approved. The board also discussed holding an in-person December dinner meeting and not meeting in November; no procurement-related action was taken.