HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-03-12-COA-minMinutes:
Lexington COA Board Meeting
March 12, 2014.
Attendees: Nancy Adler, Betty Borghesani, Carroll Ann Bottino, Sophia Ho, Gerry
Howell, Marion Kilson, Harry Mackay, Julie Ann Shapiro
Staff: Kelly Axtell, Barbara Deveau
Several guests.
Public comment: None.
Nancy opened the meeting at 3PM.
Minutes for the January meeting were approved unanimously.
Staff reports:
Kelly Axtell presented analyses of the budget that were requested at the January
meeting. She also described the status of the current Dana Home grant and outlined
the new request for 2015. The new grant is designed to continue aspects of the 2014
grant (e.g., outreach) and provide funds to help establish and furnish a wellness
center at the new Community Center.
A letter of support for the new grant proposal was available for examination. The
Board voted unanimously in favor of sending the letter.
CCAC Update:
Betty Borghesani said that progress is occurring. The Committee sought approval by
the town for revised improvements. Plans will be made available at the Senior
Center and a meet and greet will be organized. Current plans and drawings were
available and uses of the basement area designated for exercise facilities were
discussed together with the potential use of rooms on other floors, the latter
particularly for lighter forms of exercise.
Program Working Group update:
Marion reported that 2 meetings have been held. Beginning discussions have
identified several aspects of future programs that will be pursued. Some will foster
informal, more spontaneous social activities such as card games and potential
intergenerational activities. Provision can be made for posting sport activities such
as tennis and scheduling of trips. A reading area will be designated. Other classes of
programs and activities will concern health and education.
Plans are being made to meet with representatives of the Recreation Department
and also the Library and Brookhaven.
New Business:
Nancy noted that the April meeting will be a joint meeting with the FCOA.
Harry reported (for Charlotte too) that only a little more has been learned about
Associate memberships.
Marion suggested that discussion of the Liaison appointments be taken up. The topic
will provide an agenda item for the May meeting.
Committee and Liaison Reports:
Membership: Julie Ann reported that she has identified people who may be
interested in Board membership. She will discuss this with Nancy.
Transportation: Nancy took note of the upcoming meeting regarding new Lexpress
routes.
FCOA: Sophia described the excellent response to the mailing of appeal letters,
possible application for support from Dana Home, and progress of the OWLL
program.
Disability Commission: Harry reported on the updates and discussions of the Center
Streetscape and Cara Hall renovation projects.
Human Services: Betty outlined a project of Matt Ryan's. He has identified boys who
may participate. The prospects for improving conditions for the 18 families living in
motel facilities appear limited. The topic of housing is relevant and needs discussion.
Recreation: Julie Ann noted that discussion is mostly related to CCAC matters and
space allocation.
Respectfully submitted: Harry A. Mackay