Overview
The Commission on Aging shall have the following powers, functions, and duties:
- To act as advisory body to the City Council by studying, evaluating, and making recommendations on grant and program proposals affecting the well-being of senior citizens’ programs in the City;
- To define unmet needs of senior citizens and to identify ways to meet these needs;
- To identify and inventory various services available to senior citizens;
- To disseminate information to senior citizens regarding the availability and uses of the various activities and services;
- To lend strength and support to existing programs;
- To discuss and recommend appropriate action on all legislative bills concerning senior citizens;
- To recommend and coordinate senior citizens’ programs or services of general interest, including, but not limited to, nutrition, transportation, health, housing and recreation;
- To act as advisory body to the City Council concerning the operation and maintenance of the senior center;
- To review the portion of the City budget related to senior programs as developed by the department staff and make recommendations to the City Council.