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r' <br /> There followed a discussion concerning the appropriate amount for the key deposit for <br /> those groups wishing to use the Senior Center. $25 seemed to be the consensus amount. <br /> The other"ley" issue is how far in advance the key should be acquired—24 hours seemed <br /> appropriate. It is felt that the Council on Aging must reestablish control over use of the <br /> building. Discussed was the fact that not all neighborhood groups would have access to <br /> the senior center—only those with at least a % senior membership. <br /> Another issue brought forward by Jing was the need to review existing staffmg after the <br /> move to the new building. He will develop arguments in support of additional paid <br /> employees to supplement the efforts of the volunteers who currently work at the front- <br /> desk. <br /> The Friends of the Nkshpee Senior Center,Inc. has announced that fundraising <br /> approaches (nay now have exceeded) $250,000. Coverlets are now available at a cost of <br /> and the BRICK program L's ongoing. with the beginning of fundraising efforts for <br /> the new Library, our fundraising efforts could become more difficult. <br /> The wilding Committee Furniture Committee continues to meet concerning furniture <br /> specifications for the new center. window blinds is the next order of business and some <br /> prices have already been provided. <br /> We continue to await word from Leila Botsford concerning her return to the Council. <br /> Housing Authority hours have been reduced and there was a question as to whether the <br /> Housing Authority would release Leila for our meetings. A letter was seat from the <br /> Senior Center supporting her attendance. <br /> i <br /> The Council needs to help plan a Grand Opening for the new facility. More on that <br /> subject later. <br /> The last item of major concern is the fact that there sloes not seem to be much interest in <br /> applying for a seat on the Council on Aging. One resume was received from Virginia <br /> McIntyre of Mashpexe, copy of which is attached. <br /> OUTREACH COORDINATOR'S REPORT <br /> Lynne Waterman discussed several of the 24 hone visits she made over the past month. <br /> Concerning nes volunteers—one was added, who will be assisting ith receptionist <br /> duties. Also discussed was Lynne's meeting with,canvassing volunteers who have <br /> reported that they have now visited seniors whose street addresses begin with letter <br /> through G. Also, a request was made of the Friends of the Mashpee Council on Aging to <br /> fund Mary Lou Holland's position for another six months. That request was denied. <br /> Lynne also outlined the many meetings/contacts which she participated over the last <br /> month. <br />