HomeMy WebLinkAbout1985-05-13 Council on Aging MinutesCouncil on Aging - Secretary's Report - May 13, 1985
Present: Betty Knox, Dick Felone, Corinne Pencoraro, Sebastian Tine
r Absent: Lorna C. Knapp, Jane Soule, Ann Marie McCarron
In the absence of Lorna C. Knapp, Chairperson, the meeting was called to order
by Betty Knox at 7:40 P.M.
The motion was duly made seconded and VOTED to accept the minutes of the previous
meeting as written.
In the absence of the Treasurer, Rheta reported a balance of $30,363.00 in the
budget which is right on target.
Betty then introduced Lee Roberts who assumed the duties of Friendly Visitor
Coordinator two months ago. During this time she has been busy meeting the
clients and visitors. Lee feels it is an excellent program for Reading's older
residents and will be working toward expanding the program in the Fall.
Administrative Secretary's report was reviewed (copy attached).
OLD BUSINESS
Nothing further has been done regarding workload of COA office and upgrading
staff because Corinne has resigned effective July 1, 1985 and Ann Marie was "
absent.
NEW BUSINESS
The following dates were selected for summer evening programs:
July 10 Cookout - Frank Tanner Drive - Dick Felone in charge
July 24 (to be announced) Peter Sanborn Place
August 7 Slide Show (location to be announced)- fresh fruit compote
August 21 Bingo - Frank Tanner Drive - Apple juice and donut holes
Programs, locations, etc. will be finalized at next board meeting,: It was
suggested Patrons of Older Adults be asked to fund cookout, also have a Boy
Scout Troop assist with the shopping, setting up and cleaning up.
The motion was duly made seconded and VOTED to ask the Patrons of Older Adults
to 'fund the cookout and cost of printing and postage for Elderberries.
The exhibition held at the Library generated a great deal of interest among new
people for COA sponsored classes. Following a brief discussion it was voted
to continue all classes for the coming year with paid instructors.
Dick Felone suggested the new owners of the Community Center be invited to meet
with COA board to make it very clear that we are interested in knowing how much
space they plan to provide for the Senior Center.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:55 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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Rheta C. McKinley V
Recording Clerk - Protem