Oklahoma County commissioners vote to end $163,000/year contract with Daily Living Centers

The Oklahoma County Board of County Commissioners voted to terminate its contract with Daily Living Centers — a $163,000 annual agreement that provided transportation, meals and on-site care for roughly 20–22 senior adults and adults with disabilities.

Policy and governance staff told commissioners the contract was not constitutionally required and recommended nonrenewal as a budget-saving measure. Jessica, the county manager, said the program provided "transportation to and from the center," two meals and a snack, activities and medical care while participants were at the facility, but noted limited enrollment.

Commissioners debated the per-participant cost and statutory funding limits. One commissioner pressed staff about utilization after noting that the program served only about 20 participants; Jessica confirmed the figure and said the county has kept the per-person rate flat for several years. An initial motion to not renew the contract failed; after a motion to reconsider, the board approved a motion "to terminate services for the Daily Living Center." Staff clarified the existing agreement remains in place through June 30 for paperwork purposes.

Supporters of the centers highlighted the direct services the program provides to caregivers and clients; opponents emphasized current budget constraints and the county’s legal obligations, concluding the county should prioritize constitutionally required services. The board approved the termination by voice vote.

The termination does not immediately end the current contract term; staff said the agreement runs through June 30 and further administrative steps will follow to implement the change.