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Minutes, November 9, 1987
The Reading Council on Aging met on November 9, 1987 at 5:30 p.m.
All Council members were present; Barbara Ritchie represented the
Patrons for Older Adults.
Minutes of previous meeting
The Secretary's Report was read and approved. Treasurer reported that
the budget was on target with 23% expended out of projected 25%.
Administrative Secretary's Report
Rheta's report was reviewed. Shortage of staffing continues to be a
problem. Illness among the staff and required attendance at numerous
workshops and seminars contributed to the lack of inadequate staffing.
Rheta reported the awarding of a formula grant of $7,333. for FY 88.
Budget
Deadline for budget submission has been extended.. There was a dis-
cussion regarding raising mileage for Outreach Worker and Meals on
Wheels Coordinator; present figure is $300. a month. Rheta is meeting
with the Town Manager on November 18 re COA budget.
Advisory Committee
There was a lengthy discussion as to type, purpose and necessity of an
Advisory Committee.. Finally, motion was made, seconded and VOTED
that an Advisory Committee be established comprised of 12_`members; e.g.,
2 seniors from each senior housing facility (Tannerville, Sanborn Place
and Cedar Glen), and 6 seniors at-large, to act as liaisons between the .
elder community and the GOA. It was noted that it would be helpful to
have a list of contact people for the Board to call on for special projects
or problems. These people would include professionals who could share
their expertise with the COA.
Needs Assessment
The Needs Assessment Committee, headed by Barbara, presented a survey for
the board's review and comments. There was much discussion and additions
and deletion were suggested. After discussion the motion was made, seconded
and VOTED that the assessment as presented be revised and presented at the
December meeting for review and approval.
Holiday Program
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It was decided that a Holiday Party be held on Sunday, December 13, from
1 to 3 p.m., in the form of an open house, Arnold Berger has offered to
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donate egg nog. Suggested menu is finger foods and fruit cake and
beverages. Barbara Doucette will head committee. Gladys Cail will
seek entertainment.
Christmas Festival
The Coolidge Middle School has extended an invitation to senior
ell~ and also
citizens to attend a tour of their school onDecembwith er
ntertainment,
to a Christmas Festival on December 15, Pl
luncheon and personal escort service . Last year s.program was es-
pecially well-done with the students making every effort to breach
the generation gap.
Motion was made, seconded and VOTED to adjourn at 7:55 p.m.