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Council hears senior‑nutrition update: regional nonprofit to run Meals on Wheels through 2026
Summary
City staff reported that the Scadget Council on Aging (SCOA) will operate congregate meals and Meals on Wheels for the remainder of 2026; the arrangement preserves services short term while cities and county negotiate 2027 funding and longer‑term operations.
City Administrator Charlie told the council that the Scadget Council on Aging (SCOA) has agreed to be the primary partner to deliver senior nutrition services countywide for the rest of 2026.
Charlie said SCOA “immediately announced that they are not making any changes in the rest of 2026 to congregate meals or meals on wheels,” providing a short‑term assurance that services will continue. The city will reallocate funds already budgeted for county delivery to SCOA so the program can run through the rest of the year.
Why it matters: The county had signaled it would step back from direct program management, and SCOA’s involvement preserves meal delivery and congregate services while the cities and county negotiate a longer‑term structure and funding model for 2027. Charlie listed three options for 2027: the county could continue to run the service, cities could contract jointly with the county, or a city could operate the center with interlocal agreements or shared staffing.
Council discussion: Members discussed shared staffing and regional approaches, volunteer backup plans, and whether cities should seek a multi‑year interlocal agreement rather than short‑term renewals. Several councilors emphasized equity across cities and urged staff to return with options in time for the next budget cycle.
Next steps: Staff will draft an agreement to reallocate the city’s 2026 budgeted funds to SCOA and return with options for 2027 funding and operational arrangements.
