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PRESENT Deb Lincoln (Chairperson), Susan Doherty (Director), Pete Lincoln, Cathy Beale, Jane
Rabbitt, James McGuigan, Susan O'Sullivan, Helen Balcom, Betty DiGiacomo, Judy Tarbell & Michele
Beauvais.
EXCUSED
Diane Nowd
GUESTS Selectboard member Lou Franco, Marilyn Poor & Matthew Allison
ANNOUNCEMENTS Ms. Lincoln is encouraging everyone to take a Plan Lunenburg Survey. They will
be available at the LAAC & must be returned by 1/25/24.
PUBLIC COMMENT Ms. Tarbell commented that former board member Rene Shattuck passed away
recently. A moment of silence was observed in memorium.
MINUTES APPROVAL Ms. DiGiacomo motioned to approve the December 12, 2023 minutes. Mr.
Lincoln seconded the motion. All approved and motion carried.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Century Club You Tube: The birthday celebrations of our recent Centenarians are available to
watch on You Tube.
2. FY25 COA Budget Request Ms. Doherty will make a request that the Meal Site Manager
position be made into a full-time, benefited position.
CURRENT BUSINESS
1. Discussion: Lunenburg Master Plan There will be two presentations to discuss the Master
Plan. They will be held at the Eagle House on 2/1/24 at 4:00 & 6:30 pm. Everyone is encouraged
to fill out a survey.
2. Discussion: Lunenburg Senior Tax Relief Mr. Franco stated that it is moving slowly through
legislature, but moving in the right direction.
3. Council on Aging Board Members Town Email Some board members are still having difficulty
with their emails. Ms. Doherty will reach out to Dan Nadareski.
4. Lunenburg 300*h Celebration Mr. Lincoln has suggested having a First Night with Fireworks.
Other ideas include a parade & Old Home Days. He is looking to recruit volunteers with the
5.
Discussion: Potential LAAC Recreation Area Programs Steve Archambault will come to the
LAAC to discuss sound & lighting in the spring. Ms. Doherty discussed several events she has
planned for the upcoming spring/summer which include music programs, cookouts & corn hole.
6. Council on Aging Board Member Opening Position has not been filled at this time.
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• Building & Grounds Report
/ Patio Completion Timeline Pollinator plants will be purchased in late spring/summer.
/ Fence Recent snow has delayed the installation of the fence..
/ Bocce Court Ms. Doherty spoke to Dave McDonald regarding completion of the Bocce
court. Lumbar will be purchased through Eagle House Supporters for the project.
• Outdoor Electrical Facilities Manager Chris Ruth will be obtaining estimates on the
electrical project.
• Handicap Door Installation Ms. Doherty obtained a state incentive grant. This money
will be used to install an automated handicap door in the main room.
UPCOMING EVENTS
• ZUMBA at TCP Gym - Fridays, 1/5 through 2/9 @ 1PM
• Stencil Class - Thursday, 1/11/24 @ 1:30
• CLOSED 1/15/24 FOR Martin Luther King Day
• Lunch & Movie - Thursday, 1/18/24 @ 12 Noon
• Coffee with the Chief - Friday, 1/19/24 @ 9AM
• Volunteer Recognition Ceremony - Pizza party to recognize volunteers on Friday, 1/19/24 @ 12
Noon.
• Qigong - Thursday, 1/25/24 @ 2PM
EAGLE HOUSE SUPPORTERS REPORT The Eagle House Supporters will not be meeting until March.
Currently looking for two new members.
NOTICES & COMMUNICATIONS
None.
BOARD COMMENT
None.
ADJOURNMENT Mr. Lincoln moved to adjourn the meeting. Ms. DiGiacomo seconded the motion. All
approved and the motion was carried. The meeting concluded at 10:55 am.
UPCOMING MEETING SCHEDULE
Next Meeting: Tuesday, February 13, 2023 - 9:30 AM
*MEETING CANCELATION POLICY:
If the COA board is unable to meet on the regularly scheduled 2nd Tuesday of the month, the meeting will be
rescheduled to the following Tuesday.