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Committee recommends $35,000 transfer to National Association for the Elderly after treasurer’s appeal
Summary
The committee recommended a $35,000 transfer from contingency to the National Association for the Elderly to support senior‑center repairs and savings; David Ferdette described building needs and management of funds.
The committee considered R‑26‑050, a transfer of $35,000 from general contingency to civic and community activities to support the National Association for the Elderly. Former city treasurer David Ferdette, appearing as treasurer of the senior center, explained the center places $5,000 into savings for a rainy day and uses the remainder for building repairs and maintenance. "We've been doing this... for about 15 years," Ferdette told the committee.
Aldermen expressed support; committee members noted the senior center building's age and the recurring nature of the grant. The roll call recommendation carried 7–0. Public commenter Myra Niketis later thanked the committee for the vote.
Why it matters: The funding restores a recurring local contribution to a program that supports seniors and maintains a city‑owned facility. The recommendation advances the transfer to the full Board of Aldermen for final approval.
