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Council approves temporary transfer to senior center to cover expected shortfall
Summary
The council approved a resolution to temporarily transfer funds to the West Warwick Senior Center to cover an estimated $89,000 shortfall through the end of fiscal 2025, pending receipt of a pending employee retention credit from the IRS.
The West Warwick Town Council on Feb. 4 approved a resolution temporarily transferring town funds to the senior center to bridge a near-term cash shortfall.
Town officials said the senior center director informed the town in mid-January that reduced grant revenue and higher-than-expected costs left the center facing a deficit and a projected cash exhaustion in mid-March. Council discussion said the center expects roughly $89,000 will be needed to operate through the remainder of fiscal 2025.
Why it matters: The center has applied for an employee retention credit from the IRS; town staff said the credit has been approved but the timing of payment is uncertain. The council voted to provide the requested short-term support while staff continue to pursue federal or philanthropic options and review operational adjustments.
What was approved: The resolution authorizes a temporary transfer from town funds to the senior center to cover operating cash needs through fiscal 2025, with staff directed to seek reimbursement from anticipated IRS credits and other sources when received. Councilors asked for follow-up reporting and a presentation of fiscal 2026 needs at a future meeting.
Outcome: Motion carried (vote recorded as unanimous in the meeting).
