Senior Citizens Advisory Board Meeting April 1, 2026

The City of Longmont Colorado Senior Citizens Advisory Board met on April 1, 2026, discussing various community support programs and city council interactions. Key procurement-related topics included the Meals on Wheels program, which serves over 134,000 meals annually with a focus on homebound seniors, and its funding sources comprising individual donations, competitive city and county funding, and private foundations. The board also discussed the potential creation of a technology advisory group to assist the city in vendor and technology decisions, reflecting concerns about rapid technological changes and cybersecurity. Additionally, updates on city council retreat priorities, board member recruitment processes, and employment opportunities for seniors via a dedicated webpage were covered. The board emphasized the importance of data-driven decision-making and planned to review service delivery data and community surveys to inform future recommendations to city council. No specific contract awards or RFPs were mentioned, but ongoing collaboration with city departments and community organizations was highlighted to support senior services and related procurement activities.