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Senior Commission debates role, communications and forming independent nonprofit to boost donations
Summary
Commission members discussed clarifying the Senior Commission’s purpose, publishing contact information, and the possibility of creating a 501(c)(3) nonprofit or 'foundation' to accept tax‑deductible donations for senior programs.
Commission members and staff discussed the advisory role of the Senior Commission, the benefits and limits of publishing commissioners’ contact information, and the potential for an independent nonprofit to raise funds for seniors.
Kathy Lewis described the commission as historically “an informational board” that acts as a community liaison and receives program updates from Parks and Recreation. Commissioners…
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