Commission approves up to $1,500 for ‘Live Well Age Well’ health expo refreshments as plans firm on aging-in-place focus

Commissioners and staff moved forward on planning for the “Live Well Age Well” health expo, endorsing an aging-in-place focus that organizers summarized as Learn, Connect, Thrive. Staff said six vendors were already confirmed and that the fair would combine resource tables and at least one speaker or panel to address topics such as in‑home care options, home modifications and scam prevention.

The discussion included registration, vendor mix and the practicalities of food distribution. Staff recommended requesting funds to provide food and refreshments for the event in an amount not to exceed $1,500. Commissioners debated whether individually boxed meals would fit that budget and reviewed hygienic distribution options; staff noted that $1,500 must cover all refreshment elements and would constrain the type and quantity of individually boxed meals.

A commissioner made the motion to request up to $1,500 for food and refreshments; another seconded. The motion passed on a voice vote; the transcript records the vote as in favor and no opposed votes were stated.

Staff said they will review vendor options and distribution logistics to match the approved budget and the event’s accessibility and dietary feedback (including vegetarian and hygienic service preferences). The commission discussed outreach options — tabling at the Fourth of July event or summer concerts — to promote the health expo and invited commissioners to volunteer for short shifts at outreach tables when feasible.