Commission approves $15,000 match to keep senior meal programs running
After testimony from senior-center representatives and the aging director, the county approved $5,000 stipends for each of three local senior centers (Newton, Hesston and Sedgwick) to supplement an Older American Act stipend, approving $15,000 total on a 2–1 vote.
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The Harvey County Commission approved a one-time county match of $5,000 each for the Newton, Hesston and Sedgwick senior centers — $15,000 total — to help sustain congregate and home-delivered meal programs during a vendor transition. The motion, amended to direct immediate payment, passed 2–1 with Commissioner Becky Reimer opposed.
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