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A. 1. The November 20, 1995 meeting of the Commission For The Aging was called to order I
at 7:07 p.m. by Chairlady Lorraine Clark. Members Present: Agnes Maier, Marilyn Meigs, Leo
Melowicz and Rev. Hugh B. Penney Excused: Betty Baldyga, Director Ellen Burbridge and
Mary Wilcox
2. Introduction of new commissioner-was carried over until the January meeting, once
again she was unable to attena the November meeting;
3. Minutes of the September, 1995 meeting - A Motion was made to accept the
previous minutes by Leo Melowicz, Seconded by Agnes Maier. All in favor- Motion carried.
4. Audience of Citizens - No Report
B. OLD BUSINESS
1. Review of Flu Clinic - Director Ellen Burbridge reported to Chairlady Lorraine Clark
that the flu clinic was well attended. Approximately 720 seniors showed up. Parking still poses
a problem. All in all, it weni very well.
2. Senior Craft Fair-This craft fair was once again a success being held on Election
day, November 7. It was very well attended. The clear profit was approximately $1,000.00.
3. Political Parties - No Report.
4. Spring Fling- Betty Baldyga was unable to attend this Commission meeting. She is
presently still collecting information from difference caterers.
C. NEW BUSINESS
1. Letter from Mayor Peters - A letter dated October 5, 1995 from Mayor Peters, thanking
all the Commissioners who served during his time at office.
2. Meeting schedule for 1996- Is attached to the minutes.
3. Food Share - Chairlady Lorraine Clark will contact Mrs Pager and Share, Ct. in
obtaining more information regarding this Food Share Program. It is our understanding that
$30.00-$35.00 worth of food is given to the Seniors. The seniors contribution would be $15.00
plus two (2) hours of volunteering. The senior center would contribute $14.00 for each senior
towards the Food Share. Volunteers would be needed to pick up the food with a truck or U-
haul at the distribution centers. As indicated above, the commissioners will obtain more
information to review this type of program for the Berlin Seniors.
4. Assistant Director-Joanne Budzinski has been appointed to the position as a full
time employee. Joanne is replacing Assistant Director Pat Amenta and will assist Director Ellen
Burbridge. Good Luck on your newly appointed position.
Rev. Hugh B. Penny is a representative for the North central-AAA Group. He has
indicated that Pam Morrill would speak for a group of seniors regarding Managed care.
Please be advised that the Agenda for the meeting of January 22nd, 1996, will be sent
prior to that date. To all, A Happy and Healthy holiday
The meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m. by Chairlady Lorraine Clark.
Respectfully submitted,
By:
Debbie D. Fiumara
Secretary
Memo To: The members of the Commission For The Aging
From: Chairlady Lorraine Clark
RE: 1996 Commission of the Aging meetings
The following is the Schedule of the Commission For The Aging 1996 Meetings.
January, 22nd 1996
no meeting in February
March, 18th, 1996
no meeting in April
May 20th, 1996
June 17th, 1996
no meeting in July and August
September 16th, 1996
no meeting in October
November 18th, 1996
no meeting in December
All meetings are held at the Berlin Senior Center - 7:00 p.m.