Council on Aging votes to shift meeting day and time to Wednesday mornings
Franklin Council on Aging shifts regular meetings to Wednesday 11 a.m. Vice Chair Phyllis Malcolm presided in the absence of Chair Lyn O'Brien, with eight members present and the time-change motion passing unanimously. Director Sarah Amaral reported receipt of a $21,725.73 estate donation from
Council on Aging · Meeting of January 16, 2026
Franklin Council on Aging shifts regular meetings to Wednesday 11 a.m. Vice Chair Phyllis Malcolm presided in the absence of Chair Lyn O'Brien, with eight members present and the time-change motion passing unanimously. Director Sarah Amaral reported receipt of a $21,725.73 estate donation from Robert Catalano and outlined FY 2027 budget priorities--walk-in freezer, dishwasher, security cameras, and panic buttons--noting that staff restructuring will be announced publicly February 7.
The council finalized committee rosters across seven standing committees and scheduled separate health-focused Senior Expo and Caregivers' Appreciation Day events.
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Source: the Council on Aging meeting of January 16, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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