Commission on Elder Affairs 09/28/2026

The City of Worcester Commission on Elder Affairs met on September 28, 2026. The commission approved the June 15 minutes and the September 8 Senior Center Committee report; no procurement award or spending motion was recorded. Staff reported that leases and licenses are largely in place and generate more than $70,000 annually in rent for the city. Roger Communities remains on track to develop approximately 100 housing units, though the project is proceeding slowly through due diligence; no contract approval or funding decision was discussed.

Discussion of the senior center included ongoing HVAC, leak, door, and other building-maintenance issues, with staff noting funding constraints and that the city’s purchase-order process has lengthened repair timelines. The center also reported programs and services, including a Walgreens immunization clinic, a planned mobile veterinary clinic with Second Chance, and grant-supported public-health and homelessness initiatives. Staff said they hope to pursue a grant to repeat a successful golf program next year. No specific new procurement was approved.