- MA
- Middlesex County
- 6/10/24
- 06/10/2024
- 105 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Reading Council on Aging recently convened to grapple with developments and challenges, including the pursuit of a new Senior Community Center and the array of activities tailored for the senior population. Notably, the Council expressed a preference for the Simon’s Way location for the new Center for Active Living, with discussions on soil testing and the impact of nearby gunshots on the site’s suitability. Amidst these pivotal considerations, they also evaluated the need for a project manager and debated the merits of extending the project timeline.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 6/6/24
- 06/18/2024
- 72 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Maynard Senior Center Committee focused on issues surrounding the future of the town’s senior center, with discussions centering on the transition towards establishing a Center for Active Living. The committee considered a variety of strategies to address both the immediate needs and the long-term vision for the facility, including the submission of a request for information (RFI) for potential locations, the preparation of a report to the select board, and the examination of funding strategies to ensure the project’s feasibility and sustainability.
- MA
- Middlesex County
- 6/5/24
- 06/05/2024
- 108 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Reading Center for Active Living Committee focused on the progression of a new active living center for seniors, addressing issues such as site selection, soil testing concerns, and the presentation of project details to the public. The meeting emphasized the necessity of an owner’s project manager (OPM) and the involvement of the Permanent Building Committee (PBC) to guide the project’s development.
- FL
- Miami-Dade County
- 6/5/24
- 06/05/2024
- 77 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Miami Lakes Elderly Affairs Committee convened to discuss a range of topics aimed at enhancing the lives of the community’s senior residents. Key issues included revising meeting times, sponsoring events, budget considerations, and engaging with local nonprofits. The committee showed a commitment to community engagement through active discussions about increasing participation and the potential for themed Bingo events, such as one highlighting Hispanic heritage during October.
- MA
- Worcester County
- 6/3/24
- 06/06/2024
- 62 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting of the Gardner Council on Aging, the board tackled a range of issues, from a budget shortfall in the clerk’s account to the looming threat of senior-targeted fraud and scams. The meeting revealed concerns over financial discrepancies and the need for cybersecurity awareness among the senior community. Furthermore, the council discussed extensive repairs to Waterfield Street, proposed salary adjustments, and the importance of maintaining financial health through grants and careful budget planning.