Council on Aging 2026-08-10

The Council on Aging meeting held on August 10, 2026, at RCTV Studios focused primarily on updates related to the senior center's construction progress, budget discussions, and programming. Construction is about 20% complete and currently under budget, with additional design work approved for flexible spaces. The council discussed the upcoming furniture, fixtures, and equipment phase, emphasizing the need for council involvement. Budget discussions highlighted challenges in understanding allocations for the new Rec Hall and senior center programming, with concerns about sustainability post-ARPA funding and participant willingness to pay for programs. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to reviewing and revising a community survey aimed at assessing current and future programming needs, with an emphasis on improving outreach and participation, especially among non-users. The council also considered a proposal to fund Osher Lifelong Learning classes through the trust fund, with a potential $1,000 contract for 36 sessions to be delivered via Zoom, aiming to expand educational opportunities for seniors. No formal votes on procurement were recorded, but action items include further survey refinement, outreach planning, and potential contract approval for the Osher program.