Senior Citizen Commission Meeting Livestream 04/21/2026

The City of Encinitas Senior Citizen Commission held a meeting on April 21, 2026, primarily focused on reviewing and approving their 2026-2027 work plan, which includes goals related to community engagement, intergenerational programming, promotion and outreach, and exploring transportation options for seniors. The commission discussed the Age-Friendly Community Study, emphasizing the need for better communication, housing affordability, transportation improvements, and social participation for older adults. They approved the work plan with amendments, assigned commissioners to various ad hoc committees, and selected Susie Perry as the recipient of the 2026 Senior Citizen Service Award. The meeting also addressed concerns about transparency in presentations and the importance of timely dissemination of information to the public and commissioners. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were made, but grant funding and transportation program vehicle options were discussed as potential future initiatives.