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MANSFIELD COA BOARD MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 8, 1992 qo OrT 3 (ii; 110*
Present: J. Cucinotta, J. Eppes, P. Hume +S„tN!a1g. green
E. Wood , � -s rC L E t IrS
In Attendance: Director, Gale Farrugia
Asst. Director, A. 'Milliken
President Eppes called the meeting to order at 7:30.
She informed the Board members that Joe Corliss had resigned
his position on the Board early in the summer for personal
reasons. A letter from Lois Thomas indicated she was unable
to complete her term on the 'Board for health reasons.
Both members will be sorely 'missed 'and appreciation of their
efforts and years of service was expressed.
P. Hume alsoindicatedher 'intention of resigning in the
near 'future due to her continuing educational committment.
The need to fill these positions as soon as possible is
apparent.
S. Walgreen will fill in the position of Secretary of the
Board for the remainder of the year.
Motion by S. Walgreen to approve the minutes of the May S,
1992 meeting. Beth 'Wood seconded and the motion was so
voted.
Treasurer, E. Wood reported an $127 balance in the Gift
Account.
P. Hume moved that the Budget Status and Warrants for the
months of July and August be approved.Seconded by E. Wood,'
the motion was so voted.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Gale described how busy the Center had been throughout the
summer months. In addition to the regular 'escort drivers 25
additional volunteers were used. There was also an
increased need for homemakers and''home-health aides.
A listing of special social programs was given for the
coming year including the Intergenerational Programs with
the Mansfield Schools. These are in addition to the
regularly scheduled social programs e.g. 'line dancing,
birthday parties etc.
Share Program registration for September was held at the
COA. Two other registration days will be held prior to
distribution on Sept. 26. Approximately 120-130 persons are
participating at present.
Gale will attend the MCOA conference on Oct. 14, 15 & 16.
ASSOC. DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Ada reported on the various trips sponsored for the Seniors.
The Cape Cod Canal tour in the middle of August was a
success with 42 Seniors in attendance, including J. Eppes.
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It was noted that the Atlantic City trip is not attracting
participants as it had previously. The effects of the
stalled economy are being felt by all.
Seniors are busily preparing for the COA Harvest Fair to be
held Oct. 17 in the Multipurpose Room.
OLD ,BUSINESS
The bids fortheacoustical work in the Multipurpose Room
were reviewed by G. Farrugia & J. Eppes for the COA and D.
Smith and N.`Breef-Pili for the Library. Harding Acoustical
Interiors of Medfield was awarded the contract and will
installacoustical ceiling tiles and panels for the walls on
September 28, ,'29 & 30.
COA Senior Outreach worker Evelyn Robinson resigned for
personal reasons she has been replaced by Rose Curreri.
NEW BUSINESS
Muriel Carter who recently replaced P. Hume as the Mansfield
representative to Bristol Elder Services has resigned her
position. Gale explained the importance of the position and
the need to find a replacement as soon as possible.
Gale has been working on the social services component of a
Mansfield proposal for an 'Executive Office of 'Community
Development`(EOCD) Small Cities Grant. This would include a
part time 'human services coordinator and food pantry
overseer.
Gale will also submit a propsal to the EDEA for a $2,800
grant. If approved, the funds from this grant will be used
for an increase in the number of 'hours worked by the
Volunteer Coordinator as well as provide an increase in
funds for the; painting classes.
Statistics on participation in COA activites were presented.
Question regarding response to the security system ;at the
COA/Library facility was raised. Board members requested
J. Eppes to ask Town Manager for guidance on matter.
Motion to adjourn by P. Hume. Seconded by J. Cucinotta.
Meeting adjourned at 9:20.
Respectfully submitted,
S. Walgreen