2000-03-07City of Beverly, Massachusetts
Public Meeting Minutes
Board: Council on Aging
Date: March 7, 2000
Place: Senior Community Center
Board members present: Joe Dettorre, Susan Albiero, Cynthia Montalbano, Bob
Marshall, Joan Fairbank, Nancy Winter, Ellen Skryness, Tom Scully
Board members absent: Kathy Burns, Kevin Ascolillo
Others present: Leslee Breen, Director of the Council on Aging
Recorder: Leslee Breen
The meeting was called to order at 2:30 p.m. by Nancy Winter. Bob made a motion to
approve the February 1, 2000 meeting minutes, second by Ellen. One correction: Joe
Dettorre was not in attendance at the meeting. Motion passed.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
There were four bingos in January and two building usages (Clarke School and
Recreation Department) in February. The Financial Report was reviewed. Joe made a
motion to approve, Bob with second, motion passed. There were no questions about
the Bingo reports. UPDATE: Things are very busy and going well.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
COMMUNICATIONS MEETING: The group met on February 15th. There was general
discussion about the purchase of a vehicle.
FRIENDS MEETING: The group met on February 15th. There was general discussion
about the purchase of a vehicle. Leslee gave an update on the Fundraising
Subcommittee's recruitment project.
FUNDRAISER COMMITTEE: The group will meet after the Board meeting. Please turn
in your names to Susan.
FINANCE COMMITTEE: A draft copy of the FY 2000-2001 budget was submitted to the
subcommittee, and subsequently the entire Board, for approval. The budget was
approved.
OLD BUSINESS:
Leslee reported that the First Night organization had contacted her regarding the
Board/Council decision to disassociate with First Night due to past problems. Leslee
reported that she indicated that we were willing to work with the group if the conditions
of the working relationship changed (i.e., where the monies are allocated, assistance
with the planning, etc.)
NEW BUSINESS:
Leslee reported that the Council will have a Legislative Brunch on April 20th at 10:30
a.m. This will allow us the opportunity to advocate for additional monies for programs
serving the elderly population. She asked those members who are available to attend.
Leslee reported that the Friends will have their annual meeting on Mary 16th at 1:00
p.m. if anyone wishes to attend. Joe suggested having a set date for a Legislative Day.
Leslee agreed we could consider that for implementation next year.
Leslee reported that a new duplicator machine must be purchased. Bingo has agreed
to contribute $1,000 toward the purchase (the total purchase is $3,000). Leslee will
approach the Fdends for the money before using the Enterprise funds.
Leslee reported that three members' terms are up on June 30th -Ellen, Susan, and
Nancy. Reappointments/replacements will be discussed at the next meeting.
Joe stated that since the patio needs repairs that we may want to consider enclosing
the area. Leslee will assign Gordon to get quotes and will take the idea to the next
Fdends meeting.
It was also suggested that new badges for the staff be made that are bigger and easier
to read. Leslee will look into this.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
None
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
None
Ellen made a motion to adjourn, Cynthia with a second, motion passed. Meeting
adjourned at 3:40 p.m. The next meeting will be April 4, 2000 at 2:30 p.m.