Monday,
April 20, 2009
Attending: C. Pellegrine, M. Ross, S.
Gordon, M. Thatcher, C. Phillips, T. Rogers, Holinko,
J.Kenny, J. Quarto
Regrets: K. Grunwald, P.
Richardson, T. Quinn
The meeting was called to
order at 9:35 by vice-chair Pellegrine.
C. Phillips agreed to take
notes.
T. Quinn is recovering after
surgery. The Commission looks forward to
his early return.
The minutes of the March 9,
2009 meeting were moved to approval by M. Thatcher and. Phillips. Accepted.
There was no correspondence.
New Business: The Mansfield 2020 Action Plan for Senior Services
were reviewed and discussed:
Board
of Seniors: there is a need to redefine the
responsibilities of the COA as a commission for the Human Services Dept. If
senior needs are not being met.
Communication:
this should be a priority for Human Services.
The use of technology is preferred to keeping a pamphlet up-dated.
Transportation:
there is a need to expand services to less accessible areas. Park and ride service was suggested. Use of volunteer drivers was also considered.
Tax
relief for seniors: check with Tax Dept. About present
benefits.
Employment
of seniors: encourage local businesses.
The vice chair asked that
the Commission prioritize the Mansfield 2020 action plan based on need. Agreed on:
1.
Communication about health services
2.
Transportation
3.
New senior center
Optional Reports: Jean Ann Kenny reviewed her monthly reports for
February and March, 2009. She distributed the agenda and minutes for the MCNR
Advisory Committee meeting on 4/18/09 and the New Samaritan Board Report.
Old Business: The
Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 11:15 am. Next meeting will be May 11 at 9:30 am.
Respectfully submitted,
Carol Phillips