Everman explores partnership for senior services, files vehicle claims after hailstorm and shifts into budget season

City staff told the Everman City Council Tuesday that the city is in early conversations with Forest Hill and Meals on Wheels to partner on senior-center services, following Forest Hill’s grant-funded expansion that will add a youth activity center.

A city staff member said the talks are preliminary but could allow Everman residents access to senior programming — such as games and congregate activities — at lower cost than building and operating a stand-alone facility. “We are exploring the possibility of a partnership with the city of Forest Hill, to provide a senior center for our citizens,” the staff member said. Staff emphasized the discussions are at an early stage and that any budget implications would be considered during the upcoming budget process.

Staff also reported on damage from a recent hailstorm, saying the city has filed several claims primarily for vehicles, including police and public works vehicles; staff said there have been no reported building damages so far.

Separately, staff and the mayor reminded the council that budget season is starting and encouraged members to prepare calendar reminders. The mayor reported that the Tri‑City meetings (formerly three cities) are now a four‑city gathering that includes Edgecliff Village, along with Kennedale and Forest Hill, and that mayors and city managers are meeting to discuss regional collaboration.

No formal action was requested; staff said they would bring any formal proposals back to council as planning or budget items.