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Lunenburg Council on Aging                                              Minutes Approved at March 8, 2022 COA Meeting 
Meeting Minutes 
January 11, 2022 
 
CALL TO ORDER:  9:35 
 
Present:  Director: Sue Doherty,  Chairperson: Deb Lincoln, Jane Rabbitt, Susan O’Sullivan, Barbara 
Brown, Pete Lincoln, Diane Nowd, Betty DiGiacomo, Cheryl Moisan, Judy Tarbell 
 
Absent:  Sarah Grant, John Pesenti, and Administrative Assistant, Amanda Koeck 
 
GUESTS: Lou Franco: Select Board representative. 
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:  Deb thanked all for coming out on this frigid morning and for complying with the 
reinstated mask mandate.  
 
MINUTES APPROVAL:  Ms. Doherty requested that the amount of $26,000 that was recorded in the 
December 14, 2021 minutes for the FY23 COA Budget increase be amended to $17,000. 
Mr. Lincoln mentioned that his name was not included in the December 14, 2021 minutes as a 
contributor to the COA history segment of the New Board Member Orientation package and would like 
to amend the minutes to reflect that. 
 
Mr. Lincoln moved to approve the minutes as amended from the December 14, 2021 meeting. Susan 
O’Sullivan seconded. On vote, motion carried unanimously. 
 
CURRENT BUSINESS:  
1. New Council on Aging Board Member Orientation.  Susan O’Sullivan re-wrote the table of 
contents for our updated COA Orientation manual. Amanda updated the COA contact list. 
Ms. Doherty updated the acronyms list (Alphabet Soup). The orientation packet is complete 
with the exception of COA history. This will be completed by COA Board member Barbara 
Brown, Peter Lincoln, Judy Tarbell and Director Sue Doherty.  
2. The review of our By-laws is tabled at this time until Lunenburg town By-laws are reviewed.  
3. Ms. Lincoln asked Mr. Franco what the procedure is for COA members who would like to 
continue serving on the COA. He will look into this. 
4. The Lunenburg Finance Committee Meeting/Budget review takes place on 2/24/22 at 7 PM. 
5. Executive office of Elder Affairs Annual Report. The state continues to use results from the 
2010 census as the 2020 census has not yet been completed. Sue reported that the 
“unofficial” number of residents over age 60 is app. 3300. 
6. A new van driver has been hired. Benjamin McGinnis.  
7. The Personnel committee meeting regarding the Assistant Meal Site Manager/Meal Site 
Manager positions was cancelled. 
8. Memorial Drive Boulder Report. Mr. Franco reported that the Select Board discussed 
alternatives at their last meeting. The town survey was completed and it was determined 
that the boulders on Memorial Drive were over the town line. Two options were discussed. 
The first option was the Self Help option. The town would remove the boulders and the 
owner would pick them up at the Highway dept. The second option was to file with the 
State Superior court to get a court order for the owner or the town to  remove the boulders. 
The Select Board voted for the second option as there were concerns regarding Town 
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liability. The COA members expressed hope that this will be resolved soon as this issue has 
been going on at least since 2007. 
9. Director’s Report.  
 Covid 19 Report.  The Mask mandate has been re-instituted town wide by the Town 
Manager.  Ms. Doherty reported that large gatherings at the Eagle house have been 
temporarily cancelled (Bingo, Cribbage, Pancake Breakfast, Mrs. Bellow’s Breakfast 
Bar). The town of Lunenburg has purchased Covid-19 Rapid test kits. The Senior 
Center was given 100 test kits that are available free to Senior citizens starting 
today.  
 Building and Grounds Report.  The former company contracted as grounds keepers 
for the Eagle House are continuing with shoveling of snow this winter. They missed 
shoveling a sidewalk and were notified of this. The DPW were able to complete the 
shoveling. 
 Upcoming Events. 
Taste the Greek Diet, Friday January 14th at 10 AM. 
Veterans Informational Expo, Tuesday January 25th at 2 PM. This is a multi-agency 
event. 
Sand for Seniors. This program is limited to Seniors who are unable to purchase/pick 
up sand on their own due to physical limitations. 
Zumba with Amy Leblanc. This is a six week class for $25.00 Fridays at 1 PM, 
beginning on January 14th, 2022. 
Yoga for Vitality Class time is changing from six PM to 5:30 PM on Wednesdays. 
 
EAGLE HOUSE SUPPORTER’S REPORT: 
Pat Kennedy was unable to attend today’s meeting. Elaine Murphy was added to the Eagle 
House Supporter’s Board. There are still two vacancies on the Board. It was suggested that Lou 
Franco announce these vacancies at the next Select Board meeting when reporting on this 
meeting. 
 
NOTICES & COMMUNICATIONS:  None. 
 
ADJOURNMENT: Mr. Lincoln moved to adjourn the meeting. Ms. O’Sullivan seconded it. On vote, this 
motion was carried unanimously.  
 
UPCOMING Meeting SCHEDULE:  
Next Meeting: Tuesday, February 8, 2022 @ 9:30 AM 
 
Respectfully Submitted 
Jane Rabbitt, Council on Aging Vice Chairperson

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Lunenburg Council on Aging                                             
Meeting Minutes  
March 8, 2022 
 
CALL TO ORDER: Ms. Lincoln called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. 
 
Present:  Director Sue Doherty, Chairperson Deb Lincoln, Diane Nowd, Pete Lincoln, Judy Tarbell, 
Barbara Brown, Susan O’Sullivan 
 
Absent:  Jane Rabbitt, Cheryl Moisan, Betty DiGiacomo, John Pesenti 
 
Guests: Eagle Supporters President Pat Kennedy   
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:  Ms. Lincoln declared a moment of silence for COA member Sarah Grant and Boston 
Post Cane recipient Alice Quinn, both of whom passed away since the January meeting.  
 
MINUTES APPROVAL:  Ms. O’Sullivan motioned to approve the minutes from the January 11, 2022 
meeting, Mr. Lincoln seconded. On vote, motion carried unanimously.  
 
CURRENT BUSINESS:  
1. New Council on Aging Board Member Orientation Packet: Ms. Brown and Ms. Doherty 
worked together on developing a summary of the history of the Lunenburg Council on 
Aging. The board agreed to include a list of chairpersons on the board from its inception. 
The board also agreed to commemorate all members of the Council on Aging by listing their 
names on a plaque. Ms. Doherty suggested using money in the Council on Aging Gift Fund to 
purchase the plaque.  
2. FY23 COA Board Member Terms: Five terms are up this June: Mr. Lincoln, Ms. Rabbitt, Ms. 
Tarbell, Ms. O’Sullivan, and Mr. Pesenti. There is one year left of Ms. Grant’s term. Ms. 
Lincoln suggested making Mr. Pesenti an honorary member, as he wants to remain involved 
with the board as much as possible, but recognizes he may not be able to fulfill all the duties 
of a board member. Mr. Lincoln suggested he take the last year of Ms. Grant’s term, in order 
to fill that seat, and open up a full term to a prospective member. Mr. Lincoln, Ms. Tarbell, 
and Ms. O’Sullivan prefer to be re-appointed for another term. Ms. Lincoln visited Town Hall 
to see if they received any Talent Bank Forms, but there were none. Ms. Lincoln volunteered 
to get in touch with the Select Board to discuss staggering the terms as five out of eleven 
members’ terms are up in June.  
3. Lunenburg Finance Committee Meeting/COA Budget Review 2/24/22: Ms. Doherty is 
requesting an $11,344.01 increase in the COA budget for FY23. The increase would put 
another $2,000 in the office supply line, $1,358 will go toward the new Meal Site Manager 
position, and $7,985 will go toward the Assistant Meal Site Manager position. Formula Grant 
funds and the municipal budget will fund the Assistant Meal Site Manager position.  Ms. 
Doherty highlighted outside funding from various grants in FY22, along with prospective 
grants for FY23. Ms. Doherty also reviewed senior center stats from FY21. 
4. FY21 Executive Office of Elder Affairs Report: Ms. Doherty informed the board that there is 
a new way of reporting to the EOEA, and restrictions have loosened on how funds are spent. 
Ms. Doherty also reported that the U.S. Census numbers did not come back as anticipated. 
The FY23 Formula Grant should come out to $33,000, based on the $12 per capita figure.  
Unanimously Approved by COA at 
April 12, 2022 meeting 
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5. FY23 COA Capital Plan: Ms. Doherty reported that the patio project has been pushed out to 
FY24. Ms. Doherty has applied for a $50,000 grant from AARP to fund the project.  
 
6. Director’s Report:  
 Ms. Doherty informed the board that retired driver Jim McGuigan has been filling in 
once a week while she tries to hire a replacement. Meanwhile, the Thursday/Friday 
driver has given his notice, and will stay on through the month of March. Monday 
van service has been suspended until another driver is hired. Ms. Doherty also 
looked into turning transportation over to MART, but riders would not be given the 
same level of service.  
 Ms. Doherty informed the board that the Lunenburg Friendly Seniors donated 
$1,000 to the Council on Aging Gift Fund. 
 Covid-19 Report: No report 
 Building and Grounds report: see above 
 Upcoming Events: Ms. Doherty announced upcoming events for March at the Eagle 
House 
  
 
EAGLE HOUSE SUPPORTERS REPORT: The Supporters’ next meeting is March 11. Ms. Kennedy informed 
the board that there is a fundraiser for the Supporters at Hannaford where people get the opportunity 
to donate their change on their way out of the store. Ms. Kennedy also said her board is hoping the 
police department holds the car show this summer so the Supporters can hold a bake sale at the event. 
The Supporters board is hoping to take on two new members, Marilyn Talley and Barbara Kolk.  
 
NOTICES AND COMMUNICATIONS:  There has been no response from property owners about the rocks 
lining Memorial Drive.  
 
BOARD COMMENT:  none 
 
PUBLIC COMMENT none 
 
ADJOURNMENT At 10:56 a.m. Mr. Lincoln motioned to adjourn, Ms. Brown seconded. On vote, motion 
carried unanimously.  
 
UPCOMING MEETING SCHEDULE Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at 9:30 a.m.

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Lunenburg Council on Aging                                             
Meeting Minutes  
April 12, 2022 
 
CALL TO ORDER: 9:30 
 
Present:  Director Sue Doherty, Chairperson Deb Lincoln, Cheryl Moisan, Diane Nowd, Jane Rabbitt, 
Pete Lincoln, Judy Tarbell, Barbara Brown,  
 
Absent:  Jacquelyn Dwyer, John Pesenti, Betty DiGiacomo, 
 
GUESTS:   
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:  Ms. Lincoln informed the board that she spoke with Town Manager Heather 
Lemieux, and the outdoor recreation project has been put back into the town’s capital plan.  
Mr. Lincoln informed board members that former board member Gloria O’Brien has passed away. 
 
MINUTES APPROVAL:  Mr. Lincoln motioned to accept the minutes from the March 8, 2022 meeting, 
Ms. O’Sullivan seconded. On vote, motion carried.  
 
CURRENT BUSINESS:  
1. FY23 Board Member Terms: Ms. Lincoln reported that she has consulted with the Town 
Manager’s executive assistant and Chairman of the Select Board about how to fill the seat 
left vacant by Sarah Grant. In the meantime, the Select Board’s office received a Talent Bank 
Form from former board member Jacqueline Dwyer, and was appointed to the Council on 
Aging to finish out the recently vacated seat. The board also discussed changing the way 
seats are reappointed because five seats are up this year.  
Ms. O’Sullivan motioned to recommend a one-time temporary appointment for two years, 
for one seat, and the remaining three seats will be three-year terms. Ms. Nowd seconded. 
Upon discussion, board members agreed to have Mr. Lincoln occupy Mr. Pesenti’s seat, 
while Ms. Rabbitt, Ms. O’Sullivan, and Ms. Tarbell’s terms will remain three years long. On 
vote, motion carried unanimously. 
Ms. Rabbit motioned to support the reappointment of Ms. Tarbell, Ms. O’Sullivan, Ms. 
Rabbitt, and Mr. Lincoln. Ms. Moisan seconded. On vote, motion carried unanimously.  
 
2. New Council on Aging Board Member Packet: The board agreed to add all former and 
present COA board members to the packet, and to denote the chairs of the board. Ms. 
Brown added that she’d like to add the history of the Bellow’s House (Now known as the 
Eagle House) to the packet, and she’d have a draft ready by July.  
 
3. Director’s Report:  
 Council on Aging Turns 55 Celebration: Ms. Doherty informed the board that 
she’d like to host an event at the Eagle House to celebrate the Council on 
Aging’s 55th birthday. Mr. Lincoln suggested tracking down phone numbers and 
addresses of former board members in order to invite them. Ms. Doherty said 
she’d call entertainers, and see if the police and fire departments would work 
the grill for a cookout. Ms. Doherty is also looking into getting an ice cream 
truck for the celebration. 
Approved as amended unanimously 
by COA at May 10, 2022 meeting. 
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 Lunenburg Elder Connect: Ms. Doherty reported that she has applied for a grant 
for $10,000 to purchase a My Senior Center account, which would be used to 
accommodate the police and fire departments, as well as Nashoba Nursing, 
along with the office at the Eagle House to use for communications purposes 
when dealing with at risk seniors in town. 
 
 Covid-19: No report 
 
 Building and Grounds: Ms. Doherty reported that a tree fell down across the 
bocce court in late March.  
Ms. Doherty also reported that the rocks that line Memorial Drive have been 
moved further from the road, but still remain on town property.  
 
 Upcoming Events: Ms. Doherty updated the board on upcoming events.  
 
 
EAGLE HOUSE SUPPORTERS REPORT: In Ms. Kennedy’s absence, Ms. Lincoln informed the board that 
the Supporters met earlier in March. The Hannaford fundraiser brought in $254. New board member 
Elaine Murphy will be helping the treasurer with his duties. The annual fundraiser/dues letter will go out 
May 6, 2022. Barbara Kolk is now on the board. The Supporters next meeting will be held June 3.  
 
NOTICES AND COMMUNICATIONS:  none 
 
BOARD COMMENT:  Mr. Lincoln asked Ms. Doherty if she’d talk to the Town Clerk about the next 
Boston Cane recipient. Ms. Rabbitt informed board members that Art in Bloom is at the Fitchburg Art 
Museum on April 29, 2022. 
 
PUBLIC COMMENT none 
 
ADJOURNMENT At 10:50 a.m. Mr. Lincoln motioned to adjourn, Ms. Moisan seconded. On vote, motion 
carried.  
 
UPCOMING MEETING SCHEDULE Tuesday, May 10, 2022 at 9:30 a.m.

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Lunenburg Council on Aging                                             
Meeting Minutes  
May 10, 2022 
 
CALL TO ORDER: 9:30 
 
Present:  Director Sue Doherty, Chairperson Deb Lincoln, Betty DiGiacomo, Diane Nowd, Peter Lincoln, 
Judy Tarbell, Barbara Brown, Jacquelyn Dwyer 
Absent:  Cheryl Moisan, Jane Rabbitt, Susan O’Sullivan, John Pesenti 
 
GUESTS:  COA Liaison to the Eagle House Supporters Pat Kennedy 
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:   
 
MINUTES APPROVAL:  Mr. Lincoln moved to amend the April 12, 2022 minutes to correct the members’ 
attendance, and also to read Ms. Sullivan’s motion as a one-time temporary appointment for two years 
for one seat. Ms. DiGiacomo seconded. On vote, motion carried unanimously.  
 
CURRENT BUSINESS:  
1. New COA Board Member Orientation Package: More names have been added to the COA 
board member list. Board members also discussed the order of names to be displayed on 
the plaques. Ms. Lincoln will look into plaques that store 100 names.  
2. FY23 COA Board Member terms: Ms. Lincoln informed the board that the Select Board 
office has received reappointment forms from Ms. Rabbitt, Ms. O’Sullivan, Mr. Lincoln, and 
Ms. Tarbell.  Ms. Lincoln also informed the board that the Select Board approved to allow 
the board to reappoint members on a 4-4-3 appointment schedule.  
3. FY23 COA Board Officers: Mr. Lincoln nominated Ms. Lincoln to serve as Chairperson, and 
Jane Rabbitt as Vice Chairperson for FY23, Ms. Nowd seconded. On vote, motion carried 
unanimously.  
4. FY23 New Board Member Recruitment: Ms. Tarbell said she has someone in mind that 
would be a good fit. Ms. Lincoln encouraged other board members to think of people, or 
come up with ways to reach out to people who would be a good fit for the COA.  
5. Director’s Report: Ms. Doherty reported the new van driver started May 5, and so far 
everything is working out.  
 Council on Aging turns 55 celebration: Ms. Doherty will ask Supporters if she can 
use some of the $5,000 granted for the patio for the party instead. Members of 
the police and fire departments will run the grill, Ms. Doherty will rent tents, 
and supply tables and chairs. There will be an ice cream truck, live music, and 
the Supporters will have some sort of fundraiser. Ms. Lincoln will give a speech, 
as will someone from the Select Board. Ms. Doherty will also invite local 
members of the state delegation.  
 FY23 Formula Grant: Ms. Doherty reported that 2020 Census numbers have not 
been finalized, but an unofficial source comes in at 2,700, which should boost 
funding by $7,000. Ms. Doherty also informed the board that MCOA President 
Dave Stevens passed away.  
 Covid-19 Report: no report 
 Building and Grounds Report: Ms. Lincoln asked about the deadline for the 
neighbors to remove the rocks from town property. Mr. Lincoln asked when the 
Approved unanimously by COA at 
June 14, 2022 meeting.  
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porch would be repaired. Ms. Doherty informed the board that high school 
National Honor Society Students have helped clean up the grounds and also 
spread mulch.  
 Upcoming Events:  
o Memorial Day Ceremony, Monday May 30, 10:00 a.m. at Veterans 
Memorial Park.  
o Memory Café is back on June 24 with Officer McNamara and Hank the 
therapy dog. 
 
SUPPORTERS REPORT: Ms. Kennedy reported that Supporters board members will be stuffing envelopes 
for their membership campaign, and letters will go out shortly after that. The Hannaford spare change 
fundraiser brought in $254. The Supporters’ next meeting will be June 3, at 10:00 a.m. at the Eagle 
House. There is still one vacancy on the board.  
 
NOTICES AND COMMUNICATIONS:  none 
 
BOARD COMMENT:  Ms. Dwyer thanked the board for welcoming her back. 
 
PUBLIC COMMENT none 
 
ADJOURNMENT At 11:30 Ms. Dwyer motioned to adjourn, Ms. DiGiacomo seconded. On vote, motion 
carried unanimously.  
 
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Lunenburg Council on Aging                                             
Meeting Minutes  
June 14, 2022 
 
CALL TO ORDER: 9:30 a.m. 
 
Present:  Chairperson Deb Lincoln, Director Susan Doherty, Cheryl Moisan, Betty DiGiacomo, Diane 
Nowd, Jane Rabbitt, Pete Lincoln, Susan O’Sullivan, Jacquelyn Dwyer 
 
Absent:  John Pesenti, Judy Tarbell, Barbara Brown 
 
GUESTS:  Eagle House Supporters President Pat Kennedy, Select Board Member Heather Sroka, and 
Lunenburg Resident Jim McGuigan 
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:  Ms. Lincoln informed the board that Mr. McGuigan’s term as a COA member would 
begin July 1, 2022.  
 
MINUTES APPROVAL:  Mr. Lincoln moved to accept the minutes from the May 10, 2022 meeting as 
amended. Ms. DiGiacomo seconded. On vote, motion carried unanimously.  
 
CURRENT BUSINESS:  
1. New COA Board Member Orientation Package: Tabled 
 
2. FY23 COA Board Member terms: Ms. Tarbell, Mr. Lincoln, Ms. O’Sullivan, and Ms. Rabbitt 
have all been reappointed to another term, their seats will be up as of June 30, 2025. 
Scheduled for reappointment in June 2024 are Ms. DiGiacomo, Ms. Brown, Ms. Lincoln, and 
the vacant seat (to be filled by Mr. McGuigan.) Scheduled for reappointment in June 2023 
are Ms. Dwyer, Ms. Nowd, and Ms. Moisan.  
 
3. FY23 COA Board Officers: Mr. Lincoln motioned to nominate Ms. Lincoln as chairperson, 
and Ms. Rabbitt as vice chairperson of the COA for FY23. Ms. Dwyer seconded. On vote, 
motion carried unanimously. 
 
4. FY23 New Board Member Recruitment: No discussion 
 
5. Director’s Report: 
 COA Turns 55: Ms. Doherty reported over 100 people have signed up for the event, 
which was scheduled to take place directly after the COA meeting.  
 
 FY23 Formula Grant: Ms. Doherty reported she is still unclear as to whether FY23 
Formula Grant funds will be based on the new 2020 Census numbers.  
 
 Building and Grounds: Ms. Doherty reported that she met with the new DPW 
Director, and that multiple contractors have bid on the porch paint and repair 
project, that she’s hired a property tax work-off person to help with weeding 
around the property. Ms. Doherty said she’s also looking into hiring outside help to 
help around the grounds. Ms. Doherty also reported she’s working on a grant with 
Unanimously approved by COA at July 
19, 2022 meeting.  
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Chief Sullivan of the Lunenburg Fire Department to fund a generator for the building 
if it ever needs to be used as an emergency shelter. Ms. Doherty was denied a grant 
from AARP to supplement the patio project, but she did find out that State Senator 
Cronin is supporting a bill that earmarks $100,000 for the patio.  
 
 Upcoming Events: Ms. Doherty reported the Eagle House will be closed June 20 in 
observance of Juneteenth, and that the Memory Café is scheduled for June 24, 
2022.  
 
EAGLE HOUSE SUPPORTERS REPORT: Ms. Kennedy reported she now has a full board with newest 
member Marilyn Talley. The Woo Sox ticket raffle has brought in $300 so far, and the drawing will be 
held July 29, 2022.  
 
NOTICES AND COMMUNICATIONS:  Ms. Dwyer is due for Conflict of Interest training.  
 
BOARD COMMENT:  none 
 
PUBLIC COMMENT none 
 
ADJOURNMENT at 10:09 a.m., Ms. DiGiacomo motioned to adjourn, Ms. Dwyer seconded. On vote, 
motion carried unanimously. 
 
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Lunenburg Council on Aging                                             
Meeting Minutes  
July 19, 2022 
 
CALL TO ORDER: 9:31 a.m. 
 
Present:  Chairperson Deb Lincoln, Director Susan Doherty, Betty DiGiacomo, Diane Nowd, Jane Rabbitt, 
Pete Lincoln, Judy Tarbell, Barbara Brown, Jim McGuigan 
 
Absent:  Cheryl Moisan, Jacquelyn Dwyer, Susan O’Sullivan 
 
GUESTS:  COA Liaison to the Eagle House Supporters Pat Kennedy, Select Board Liaison Heather Sroka 
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:   
 
PUBLIC COMMENT 
 
MINUTES APPROVAL:  Mr. Lincoln motioned to accept the minutes from the June 14, 2022 meeting, Ms. 
DiGiacomo seconded. On vote, motion carried unanimously.  
 
CURRENT BUSINESS:  
1. New COA Board Member Orientation Package: Ms. Brown proposed removing the list of 
former COA members, along with the tri-fold about the Eagle House, as well as the contact 
list, and suggested handing those documents out separately from the packet. The rest of the 
board agreed. Ms. Brown is continuing to work on COA and Eagle House history.  
 
2. Vision for FY23: Ms. Lincoln expressed her thoughts on how the Council on Aging is 
perceived, and drew attention to remarks made by a member of the Select Board, the Town 
Manager, and that tax relief for seniors was not a high enough priority for the town in FY22. 
Ms. Lincoln’s proposed goal for the COA is to be more vocal and representative of the 
town’s senior population, and to show the distinction between events and activities that 
take place at the senior center, and the function of the COA. Ms. Doherty informed the 
board that any time she’s made a request of the Town Manager, she has worked with her, 
and the request has been granted. Ms. Lincoln added that being a COA member is more 
than coming to meetings at the Eagle House once per month, and suggested researching 
other COAs in surrounding towns to see what roles they fill in their communities. Ms. Sroka 
commented that one way the COA could make itself more visible is to sit on other 
committees in town, or attend meetings of the Finance Committee, School Committee and 
Select Board, etc.  Ms. Lincoln urged board members to think about how they could make 
the actions of the COA more visible, and seem more important in the eyes of the town, so 
they can discuss those ideas at the next meeting.  
 
3. Boston Post Cane: Ms. Doherty informed the committee that the next name on the list was 
actually that of someone born in 2021, not 1921. Ms. Doherty asked the Town Clerk to 
verify the names and dates of birth on the town list and get back to her with the name of 
the oldest resident of Lunenburg.  
 
Unanimously approved by COA at 
August 9, 2022 meeting. 
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4. Memorial Drive Boulders: Ms. Doherty reported that four of the eleven boulders that line 
Memorial Drive have been removed. The remaining seven boulders are not on town 
property.  
 
DIRECTOR’S REPORT:  
 FY23 Formula Grant/Salary Admin Plan (SAP) Revised Pay Schedule: Ms. Doherty reported that 
when the new Salary Admin Plan was approved at Annual Town Meeting, the wages in that plan 
were too high, $3 more per hour, for what Ms. Doherty budgeted for Formula Grant funds. Ms. 
Doherty spoke with the Town Accountant and Town Manager, and all agreed to cover the salary 
of the Assistant Meal Site Manager under municipal funds until the FY23 Formula Grant funds 
are decided. As of now the senior center is slated to receive $12 per elder; however, it is 
unknown whether population numbers will be based on the latest 2020 census data. Ms. 
Doherty also informed the board that she will be seeking to increase hours for the 
Administrative Assistant and Outreach Coordinator positions.  
 
 Capital Plan: Projects include: additional parking, generator, painting –interior and exterior, AC 
condensers, and the new patio. Ms. Doherty is working with the new DPW Director on details on 
those projects. 
 
 Building and Grounds: Ms. Doherty reported a senior property tax work-off person has been 
hired to take care of the weeding on the grounds.  
 
 Upcoming Events: Wang Theater tour, Company Bees, Zumba and Chair Yoga to start in 
September 
 
SUPPORTERS REPORT: Ms. Kennedy is resigning as liaison, and Marilyn Talley will take over. The 
Supporters’ next fundraiser will involve collecting clothing donations for the Epilepsy Foundation. 
According to Ms. Kennedy the biggest issue the Supporters are facing is finding someone to replace their 
treasurer. The Supporters will have their financial meeting on September 16, 2022.  
 
NOTICES AND COMMUNICATIONS:  none 
 
BOARD COMMENT:  none 
 
PUBLIC COMMENT none 
 
ADJOURNMENT at 10:58 a.m. Mr. Lincoln motioned to adjourn. Ms. DiGiacomo seconded. On vote, 
motion carried unanimously.  
 
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Lunenburg Council on Aging                                             
Meeting Minutes  
August 9, 2022 
 
CALL TO ORDER: 9:36 a.m. 
 
Present:  Chairperson Deb Lincoln, Director Sue Doherty, Cheryl Moisan, Betty DiGiacomo, Diane Nowd, 
Jane Rabbitt, Pete Lincoln, Judy Tarbell, Barbara Brown, Susan O’Sullivan 
 
Absent:  Jacquelyn Dwyer, Jim McGuigan 
 
GUESTS: Select Board Liaison Lou Franco, COA Liaison to the Eagle House Supporters Marilyn Talley 
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:  none 
 
MINUTES APPROVAL:  Ms. DiGiacomo motioned to approve the minutes from the July 19, 2022 
meeting, Mr. Lincoln seconded. On vote, motion carried unanimously.  
 
CURRENT BUSINESS:  
1. Lunenburg Tax Relief: Ms. Doherty spoke with Principal Assessor CJ Carroll who informed 
her that establishing tax relief for seniors is not a fast process, and pointed out that only two 
towns in Massachusetts actually do provide tax relief for their seniors. Mr. Franco added 
that the town has established a group consisting of Select Board members Tom Alonzo and 
Lou Franco, the Principal Assessor, the Town Manager, and Finance Director Karen Brochu. 
The group is taking into consideration who would be eligible in terms of age, income, and 
assets. Mr. Franco emphasized the importance of getting the relief to those who are most 
deserving, and most in need. Mr. Lincoln asked what other towns do provide tax relief to 
seniors. Mr. Franco responded that Wareham and Andover have tax relief, and suggested 
that the variables between those towns and Lunenburg are very different from each other, 
and Lunenburg will have to devise its own plan. Once the concept is finalized it will need to 
be reviewed by the Select Board and then approved at Town Meeting, and added to the 
Town Charter.  
 
2. New Council on Aging Board Member Orientation Packet: Ms. Brown had copies of the 
packet printed, and distributed it to board members to edit. The packet will be discussed at 
the next meeting.  
 
3. Vision for FY23/Senior Center Logo: Ms. Doherty distributed several examples of new logos 
for the senior center, which look to drop the word senior in an attempt to dissolve the 
stigma around aging. Board members agreed that Lunenburg 50+ or Lunenburg Adult 
Activity Center is an improvement from Eagle House Senior Community Center.  
 
4. Publicity for Senior Center: To help draw attention to the Eagle House, board members 
agreed to create a column in the Lunenburg Ledger. Mr. Lincoln volunteered to write 
submissions periodically. Ms. Rabbitt suggested everyone on the board write something 
about their experience at the Eagle House, or the programs in which they participate.  
 
Minutes unanimously approved by 
the COA at September 13, 2022 
meeting.  
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5. Boston Post Cane: Ms. Doherty reported the last letter she sent out was to another resident 
born in 2022, not 1922.  
 
DIRECTOR’S REPORT 
 FY22 COA Report: Ms. Doherty is scheduled to give a presentation to the Select Board on August 
23, 2022. She will highlight the increase in programs and participants since FY21.  
 
 FY23 Formula Grant: Ms. Doherty has still not been informed as to whether the grant will 
account for 2020 census numbers. Ms. Lincoln suggested the Town should contribute more 
funding to the Eagle House so Ms. Doherty wouldn’t have to rely so heavily on grant funding, 
especially for employee compensation. 
 
 Capital Plan: Ms. Doherty is waiting on the wiring inspector to get capital projects started. 
 
 Building and Grounds: Ms. Doherty reported engineers drawing up plans for the new ADA patio 
were on site the day before. The freezer either needs to be repaired or replaced. Mr. Lincoln 
asked if any progress had been made on painting the porch. Ms. Doherty replied that a 
contractor has been hired, now she’s waiting to hear on approval of the of the work to be done.  
 
 Upcoming Events: Ms. Doherty highlighted upcoming events at the Eagle House. 
 
 
EAGLE HOUSE SUPPORTERS REPORT: Board Members welcomed Ms. Talley, and introduced 
themselves. Ms. Talley reported that the Woo Sox ticket raffle brought in $620. The next fundraiser 
they’re looking into is clothing collection for the Epilepsy Foundation. Ms. Talley also invited Ms. 
Doherty and Ms. Lincoln to their next meeting on August 16, 2022 at 10:00 a.m., the Supporters will be 
going over their finances at the meeting. 
 
NOTICES AND COMMUNICATIONS:  none 
 
BOARD COMMENT:  none 
 
PUBLIC COMMENT Mr. Franco said he’d give an update on the COA at the Select Board meeting. Mr. 
Lincoln commented that in the past, the Select Board were in charge of choosing the Boston Post Cane 
recipient, and suggested looking into the possibility of going back to that.  
 
ADJOURNMENT At 11:00 a.m. Ms. DiGiacomo motioned to adjourn, Mr. Lincoln seconded. On vote, 
motion carried unanimously. 
 
UPCOMING MEETING SCHEDULE Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at 9:30 a.m. at the Eagle House.

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Lunenburg Council on Aging 
Meeting Minutes 
October 11, 2022 
 
CALL TO ORDER: 9:30 AM 
 
Present:  Director Susan Doherty, Chairperson Deb Lincoln, Barbara Brown, Jim McGuigan, Susan 
O’Sullivan, Diane Nowd, Peter Lincoln, Betty DiGiacomo, Jane Rabbitt, Vice Chairperson. 
 
Guests:  Lou Franco Select Board member, Marilyn Talley Eagle House Supporters. 
 
Absent: Judy Tarbell, Cheryl Moisan, Jacquelyn Dwyer. 
 
Announcements:  No announcements. 
 
Minutes Approval: Mr. Lincoln motioned to accept minutes from the September 13, 2022 meeting. Ms. 
O’Sullivan seconded. On vote motion carried unanimously. 
 
Current Business:  
1. The Lunenburg Business Association will assist the COA with developing a new logo for the Eagle 
House Senior Community Center. 
2. Members of the COA were asked to do a final review of the new COA Board Member 
Orientation packet. We will vote on accepting the packet at the next COA meeting. 
3. Boston Post Cane recipient. Ms. Doherty has not yet been able the reach the next recipient on 
the list. 
4. The Volunteer/ Legislative Breakfast will be held on Monday October 31, 2022 @ 9 am. The 
breakfast will be co-sponsored by the Eagle House Supporters and Senator Cronin and the 
$100,000.00 check for the new patio and recreation area will be presented there by Senator 
Cronin. Discussed ways to increase participation in the Volunteer Appreciation event. Catering 
the breakfast will be tried this year.  Also giving small gift certificates to volunteers to Dunkin 
Donuts was suggested. 
5. A Veteran’s Expo is being planned by the Lunenburg Veteran’s Officer and hopefully will take 
place in April, 2023.  This event provides information on services available to Veterans. 
6. There are still tickets available for the Annual High Tea and Mercantile. 
7. Continued discussion of how to get younger people to participate in events in the evening and 
possibly once a month for entertainment on Saturdays. 
 
Director’s Report: 
1.  Council on Aging Finance Update: Ms. Doherty presented the Council on Aging Finance Update. 
This will also be presented at the next Board of Select Persons meeting. The FY23 State Formula 
Grant Funds including FY22 Surplus is $42,306.31. 
2. Capital Plan: The new roof on the new addition should be complete by the end of November or 
early December. The Eagle House has been painted. The current outdoor space is not ADA 
compatible. The plan for the new patio was presented. Representative Cronin secured 
$100,000.00 from the state for construction of this patio.  $100,000.00 has also been included in 
the Capital Plan for this project. 
3. Upcoming Events: The Volunteer/Legislator Appreciation Breakfast is scheduled for October 31, 
2022 at 9 AM. Also scheduled is the High Tea and Mercantile on Monday October 24, 2022 at 
Unanimously approved at November 8, 2022 COA meeting. 
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11.00 AM, the Floral Arrangement Class on Wednesday, October 19, 2022 at 6:00 PM, the 
Pollinator Presentation by Ginny Albertson on Monday October 17, 2022 at 1:00PM, and the 
monthly Memory Café on October 28, 2022 in addition to regularly scheduled events. 
 
Eagle House Supporters Report:   
1. Ms. Talley reported that The Eagle House Supporters Fundraiser with the Epilepsy 
Foundation has been postponed until next April. 
2. She also would like to establish a subcommittee for fundraising. 
 
Notices and Communications:  None. 
 
Board Comment:    
              From, the September Board Meeting discussion, Mr. Lincoln questioned whether we should  
              publish information regarding Senior Tax Relief as the Tax Relief proposal is in its early stages.          
              Selectman Franco will report to COA on progress toward this goal. 
 
Adjournment:  At 11:45 AM, Mr.  Lincoln motioned to adjourn the meeting. Ms. DiGiacomo seconded.  
              On vote, motion carried unanimously. 
 
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Lunenburg Council on Aging                                             
Meeting Minutes  
November 8, 2022 
 
CALL TO ORDER: 9:32 a.m. 
 
Present:  Director Sue Doherty, Chairperson Debbie Lincoln, Vice chairperson Jane Rabbitt, Betty 
DiGiacomo, Pete Lincoln, Barbara Brown, Jim McGuigan, Judy Tarbell, Susan O’Sullivan, Diane Nowd 
 
Absent:  Cheryl Moisan 
 
GUESTS:  Select Board member Lou Franco, COA Liaison to the Eagle House Supporters Marilyn Talley 
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:  Ms. Lincoln announced that there is a vacancy on the Council on Aging. Mr. Lincoln 
added that if board members have someone in mind to fill the vacancy, they should first bring them to a 
COA meeting.  
 
MINUTES APPROVAL:  Mr. Lincoln motioned to approve the minutes from the October 11, 2022 
meeting. Ms. DiGiacomo seconded. On vote, motion carried unanimously.  
 
NEW BUSINESS:  
1. Town of Lunenburg Building Facilities Manager Paul Visconti/Capital Plan: Mr. Visconti was 
scheduled to appear before the COA, but he did not attend the meeting. Ms. Doherty 
informed the board that the parking lot project would go out for bid in January with hopes 
of breaking ground in Spring of 2023. The parking lot in the front of the building is getting 
paved, and there is work to be done on the roof.  
 
2. Holiday Party: The board agreed to celebrate the holiday season at the next meeting. 
 
CURRENT BUSINESS:  
1. Vision for FY23/Senior Center Logo/LBA: The board will continue to look at new logos 
2. New Council on Aging Board Member Orientation Package: Board members found several 
errors in the first draft of the packet. Ms. Lincoln reminded board members that this project 
was intended to include input from each and every member of the COA to make thing easier 
for incoming members. Board members also discussed the policies and procedures 
document, and decided to sign the latest copy of the document, and agreed to wait until the 
MCOA and EOEA finalize their discussions on COA board member guidance.  
It was discovered that not all board members were looking at the same version of the 
packet. Ms. Lincoln asked board members to take a look at the packet, and come back to 
the next meeting with constructive feedback.  
3. Boston Post Cane: Ceremony scheduled for Monday, December 12, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. at the 
Eagle House. Recipient to be interviewed at home.  
4. Volunteer/Legislature Breakfast: All COA members attended the breakfast. Board members 
agreed to think on how to attract more interest in the event.  Mr. Lincoln added that PACC 
camera people have trouble interviewing at events, and asked if they could use an office in 
the future.  
5. Tea Party Report: Ms. Lincoln reported that the this year’s tea party has raised the most 
money to date.  
Unanimously approved by COA at 
December 13, 2022 meeting. 
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DIRECTOR’S REPORT: Ms. Doherty thanked the Eagle House Supporters for paying to put new felt on the 
pool table. Ms. Doherty also reported that the Montachusett Regional Planning Committee has reached 
out to her to participate in making the town of Lunenburg “Age-Friendly.” Ms. Doherty explained that 
since the town has already been designated as “Dementia Friendly,” there are only a few more boxes to 
check in order to become “Age-Friendly’” and asked if any board members are interested in joining the 
committee.  
 COA Finance Update: Ms. Doherty reported that Formula Grant funds exceeded her 
expectations.  
Ms. Doherty informed the board that she will be seeking more hours at Annual Town 
Meeting for the Administrative Assistant position as well as Outreach Coordinator, as 
well as creating a new part time Outreach position in order to stay open later at the 
Eagle House.   
Ms. Doherty explained she intends to move all the hours for the Assistant Meal Site 
Manager over to the municipal budget, and keep kitchen aide positions funded under 
the Formula Grant.  
 
SUPPORTERS REPORT: Ms. Talley reported that the Epilepsy fundraiser will start in December. The 
Supporters will be reimbursed for donations by the pound, and will be taking donations through April at 
the TC Passios building. 
 
NOTICES AND COMMUNICATIONS:  Ms. Lincoln received a letter of resignation from Jacquelyn Dwyer 
who was filling in for the remainder of Sarah Grant’s term.  
 
BOARD COMMENT:  none 
 
PUBLIC COMMENT none 
 
ADJOURNMENT At 11:36 a.m. Mr. Lincoln motioned to adjourn. Ms. Nowd seconded. On vote, motion 
carried unanimously.  
 
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Lunenburg Council on Aging                                             
Meeting Minutes  
December 13, 2022 
 
CALL TO ORDER: 9:33 a.m. 
 
Present:  Director Susan Doherty, Chairperson Debbie Lincoln, Cheryl Moisan, Jane Rabbitt, Pete Lincoln, 
Jim McGuigan, Susan O’Sullivan 
Absent:  Betty DiGiacomo, Diane Nowd, Judy Tarbell 
 
GUESTS:  Town Manager Heather Lemieux, Select Board member Lou Franco 
 
ANNOUNCEMENTS:  none 
 
MINUTES APPROVAL:  Mr. Lincoln motioned to approve the minutes from the November 8, 2022 
meeting, Ms. O’Sullivan seconded. On vote, motion carried unanimously.  
 
NEW BUSINESS:  
1. COA Board Member Resignation: Barbara Brown submitted a resignation letter to Ms. 
Doherty. There are now two vacancies on the board. Ms. Lincoln did receive a Talent Bank 
form from Town Hall, but the interested party withdrew her application.  
 
2. COA Gift Fund Request: Ms. Doherty informed the board that there’s just under $10,000 in 
the fund, and requested to use $5,000 toward the ADA Patio project.  
Ms. O’Sullivan motioned to approve the use of funds in the COA Gift Fund for the ADA Patio 
project. Mr. Lincoln seconded. On vote, motion carried unanimously.  
 
3. COA Board Member Town Email: Ms. Doherty distributed instructions for Town Email, and 
urged board members to log into their new MS Outlook email accounts.  
 
CURRENT BUSINESS:  
1. Vision for FY23 /Senior Center Logo/Lunenburg Business Association: Ms. Doherty showed 
more new logo examples. Board members decided on a logo that says Lunenburg Adult 
Activity Center.  
2. New COA Board Member Orientation Package: Board members discussed the “Alphabet 
Soup of Aging” document in the packet, and decided to make additions and omissions. Ms. 
Lincoln suggested tabling the discussion to next month’s meeting when there are more 
members present.   
 
DIRECTOR’S REPORT 
 Building and Grounds Report:  
o ADA Patio: Ms. Doherty updated the board on the patio. There is $100,000 from the 
state, $100,000 from the FY23 Capital Plan, and Ms. Doherty has requested $80,000 in 
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. Board members discussed potential cost 
cutting measures such as, pouring concrete rather than pavers, and consulting with 
Proctor’s Excavating as they’ve done several jobs in town. Board members also 
discussed hiring Monty Tech students to install the pavilion.  
 
Unanimously approved by COA at 
January 10, 2023 meeting. 
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 Capital Plan: 
o Parking Lot: Ms. Lemieux informed the board that the Capital Planning Committee is 
unsure on the return on investment for the $150,000 parking lot request for FY24. A 
suggested alternative is extending the current Kids Kingdom parking lot further down 
Memorial Drive for additional parking.  Ms. Lincoln suggested the possibility of moving 
Kids Kingdom closer to the Primary School, or even to Marshal Park.  
 
o Roof: Ms. Lemieux reported that the roof repairs will not be made this year, and that 
there was some miscommunication with the Facilities Manager, who has since resigned.  
 
 FY24 COA Budget: Ms. Doherty informed the board that she will be seeking an increase in hours 
for the Outreach Coordinator, and Administrative/Transportation Coordinator positions in order 
to increase operating hours at the senior center to draw in working seniors. Ms. Doherty will 
also be seeking a part time outreach assistant for ten hours per week.  
 
EAGLE HOUSE SUPPORTERS REPORT: Ms. Lincoln reported, in Ms. Talley’s absence, that the Supporters 
have collected 66 bags of textiles so far for their fundraiser. Donations are taken on Tuesdays and 
Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. through April 2023.  
 
NOTICES AND COMMUNICATIONS:  none 
 
BOARD COMMENT:  Mr. Lincoln commented that in the fifteen years he’s served on the COA, the board 
has always recruited its members. 
 
PUBLIC COMMENT:  
 
ADJOURNMENT At 10:57 a.m., Mr. Lincoln motioned to adjourn, Mr. McGuigan seconded. On vote, 
motion carried unanimously.  
 
UPCOMING MEETING SCHEDULE Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at 9:30 a.m.