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Department of Aging: $2.55 million transfer for senior home repair budgeted; council seeks ward breakdown and grant staffing lists
Summary
The Department of Aging received a $2,550,000 transfer to capital in the 2025 budget to fund senior home‑repair programs. Council members asked for a ward‑level breakdown of beneficiaries, a current backlog status and a list of grant‑funded positions supporting aging services.
The committee reviewed the Department of Aging's 2025 budget and asked for detailed program and funding information. Finance staff confirmed a $2,550,000 general‑fund transfer to capital projects for senior home repair and age‑friendly initiatives; the transfer is listed on the transfers page rather than inside the aging operating account.
Council members asked for a ward‑by‑ward breakdown of where age‑friendly/home‑repair funds are allocated and for a current backlog and waitlist status; Director Mary McNamara (present in the room) and finance staff said they will provide the ward breakdown and additional program metrics. The finance director said the 2025 operating budget fully funds the home‑repair transfer that in prior years had been split between ordinance and later transfer.
Council members also requested a citywide list of grant‑funded positions and a consolidated grant‑funding worksheet for all departments; finance staff said the city maintains a grant‑funded positions document and will circulate it to council members. Several council members requested a follow‑up meeting with county partners (Cuyahoga County senior and adult services) and regional providers to align services and avoid duplication.
