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Lunenburg Council on Aging
Meeting Minutes
Date:  March 10 , 2026
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Deb Lincoln called the meeting to order at 9: 37  a.m.
PRESENT
Deb Lincoln (Chairperson), Diane Nowd , Lou Franco, Elena Christopher, Susan O ’Sullivan, Ana
Lockwood
Excuse:  Helen Balcom , Jane Rabbitt (Vice-Chair),  Jim McGuigan, Cathy Beale , Jack Rabbitt
GUESTS
Debra Goodsell, Director,
ANNOUNCEMENTS
None
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
BOARD COMMENT
None
MINUTES APPROVAL
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A motion was made and seconded to accept the February  minutes as presented. The motion was 
approved unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Honorary Board Members
Chairperson Deb Lincoln  previously  introduced  the idea of establishing Honorary Board 
Members and asked for board input. The Board members discussed consider potential 
criteria for such positions.  A motion was made by Susan O ’Sullivan to nominate Peter 
Lincoln for consideration as an Honorary Board Member , Ana Lockwood seconded the 
motion.  All in favor- unanimously.
2. Minute Taker
Plaud Note device is being used to  assist with recording minutes .  Deb Goodsell will take
notes as back up.
3. Reading Program - tabled till next meeting when Jack Rabbitt is in  attendance.
OLD BUSINESS
1. Financial Report
Presented –  reports in packets.  Expenses are on track .
2. Personnel Update
The Outreach position has been accepted by Melissa Sargent.  Melissa is the current 
COA Director in Berlin and comes with a wealth of experience.
3. Caregiver Resource Connection -tabled till Cathy Beale in attendance
Special Town Meeting - Article 12
o Lou Franco will meet with Selectboard Chair Caesar Nuzzolo to discuss.
4. Local Hospital Services Update
The latest report indicates completion of the UMass Groton ER facility is expected in late  
Fall  2026.  Check out webpage for latest updates
5. Lobby Furnishings
Furnishings have been ordered.
6. 41A Update - tabled till next meeting when Jack Rabbitt is in attendance .
COA Board Facebook Page
Chairperson Deb Lincoln encouraged Board members to continue to submit content of 
interest for posting.
7. By-laws Feedback
Selectboard Chair Caesar Nuzzolo informed the Board that the current by-laws are 
outdated, dating back to the initial establishment of Councils on Aging. The By-law 
Committee will be meeting, and it may be advisable to begin drafting new by-laws.
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DIRECTOR ’S REPORT
Director Debra Goodsell presented updates on upcoming programs and events, including:
 March is National Sleep Month
 March 5- Education on Nutrition and Sleep
 New program Moder n Canasta
 Mar ch 12- Irish Step Dancers
 March 13- Veteran ’s Breakfast
 March 16- Community Read Brunch
 March 17- Irish lunch
 March 20- program called Getting a Better Night ’s Sleep
 Sunday, March 22- Bingo Gift Card Frenzy
 March 30 - Spring Floral Craft
 April 1- Encore Trip
 April starts Early Dine.  Dinner at 4:30 p.m. at $5
 April 8- Card Making Craft
 April 10- Volunteer Appreciation
 April 17- Veteran ’s Breakfast
 April 22- Planning Ahead- Str ategies for paying for Long Term Care
 April 27- Ask a pharmacist
 April 30 Kentucky Derby
 Save the Date - May 12 Pavilion Dedication
Telehealth Hub
 We have been notified that we have received the grant, waiting for the monies to begin.
EAGLE HOUSE SUPPORTERS REPORT
President Ena Keo -Thompson present ed  the report.
 Upcoming trips are posted on the Trip Info Wall.
 The Gift Card Frenzy Fundraiser will be held Sunday, March 22 at 1:00 p.m.
 New Lunenburg Baseball Caps  Fundraiser
NOTICES AND COMMUNICATIONS
None
BOARD COMMENT
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None
PUBLIC COMMENT
None
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made and seconded to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 1 0:41  a.m.
UPCOMING MEETING
Next Meeting:  Tuesday, April 14 , 2026, at 9:30 a.m.