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County Executive outlines FY27 budget requests to shore up senior services and staffing
Summary
County Executive Rowena Dagdag‑Andaya reported FY27 budget requests to transition ADRC‑funded positions into the general fund, seek additional funding for home and community‑based services, and address staffing vacancies and data system transition challenges.
County Executive Rowena Dagdag‑Andaya told the Council on Aging on May 12 that Fiscal Year 2027 budget requests include moves to transition ADRC‑funded positions to the general fund to create more stable staffing, as well as requests for additional funding to expand home and community‑based services and reduce waitlists. Dagdag‑Andaya also provided updates on grant funding for community programs including home health, meals, transportation, and daycare services.
She noted ongoing staffing vacancies tied to limited federal and state funding and described challenges related to transitioning to a new data management system. The report also previewed planned community events such as a Molokai Kupuna Fair for August and signaled that the Council and county staff will continue coordination on budget priorities for senior services.
