The Prospect Commission On Aging meeting was called to order at 10:00 am by Chairperson Jeannette Lampron.
Members Present: Jeannette Lampron, Miriam Caouette, Joseph Thompson, Albert Miele, Michael Rutkowski, Richard Kuhn, Jean Reilly
Members Absent: Ruby DeCosta
Others Present: None
A Motion was made by Miriam Caouette, seconded by Mike Rutkowski to approve the minutes of the regular meeting on January 8, 2001. Vote Unanimous.
Director's Report: None. Lucy Smegielski was not there as the Senior Center was closed due to bad weather. No bus report.
Old Business: None
New Business: The Budget Proposal for Fiscal Year 2001 - 2002. Some line items are condensed where advised. There is a 3.5% across the board increase for salaried help. Supplies: up from $6000 to $7,500. This is for paper goods such as paper plates, paper towels, toilet paper, garbage bags, craft supplies and activites. Gina Ash has applied for a $4000 grant from the State but it is not guaranteed. Municipal Agent: Lucy Smegielski is the Municipal Agent to help seniors apply for fuel assistance etc. Senior Center Staff: Denise works 9am-1pm Monday to Thursday, she had to supplement her income by going back to work for the school bus company. She drives the mini bus on Fridays, Lorraine's day off. This staffing problem will have to be worked out as someone is not always available to run the Center if Lucy is taking senior trips. The Job Descriptions have all been signed. Maintenance/Mini Bus: This should be raised by $1000 to $2,500, as the current amount has already been spent for this year and the budget runs to July 2001. Capitol Equipment: The Commission was told there is $3,500 currently in the account. The question arose why book shelves and cabinets had not been purchased. Kaynor Tech. or the Reformatory could build them for cost of material. Jeannette will talk to the Mayor about this. Mike Rutkowski made a Motion for Jeannette to write a letter to Mayor Bob Chatfield in regard to Capitol Equipment. "Why can't it be spent on the needs that exist now", Jean Reilly seconded. Vote Unanimous. Jeannette will also talk to the Director for clarification on supplies in the budget. Mike Rutkowski made a motion to disapprove the budget as it is presented, Richard Kuhn seconded. Vote Unanimous. A Special Meeting will be need to approve the budget.
TRIAD Report: February 14th with Zakiyyah Abdul Lateef on "Entering A Long Term Care Facility: What You Need To Know". 1pm at the Fire House.
AARP Report: Corn Beef and Cabbage Dinner on March 2nd at the Fire House. Cost $10.
Senior Club Report: None
Public Participation: None
A Motion was made by Miriam Caouette, seconded by Mike Rutkowski to adjourn the meeting at 10:52am. Vote Unanimous.