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stop. We are monitoring the funds closely and will let the participants know in <br /> advance of when the takeaway meal program is ending. <br /> ii. At Seymour we have more people getting takeaway meals than we have eating <br /> in the lunchroom. A few could be still concerned about COVID, but most are <br /> getting the takeaway for the convenience. With the addition of ARPA funds for <br /> home delivered meals being administered through our department we have <br /> found there are some participants receiving meals both from us and MOWs. We <br /> are cross-referencing, so as not to duplicate service. <br /> iii. There is an option to make a donation for the lunch program meals. We do not <br /> monitor who gives or how much. If you do not give, it should not be a barrier to <br /> receiving a meal. Persons under age 60 or live outside of Orange County, the <br /> meal costs $7. <br /> b. As of July 10, the Passmore Center is open two nights a week, Monday & Thursday <br /> until 8 pm. This was one of our budget requests that was approved. <br /> c. There were some new furnishings purchased for both senior centers at the end of the <br /> year with grant funding. <br /> d. Staff 6% raise for County employees. This is a boost for county staff; the County <br /> Manager is committed to paying employees a competitive wage to attract and retain <br /> employees. <br /> 11.Outreach Efforts <br /> a. Janice reminded everyone to let us know if you hear of community events where we <br /> might have an informational table. <br /> 2022-27 Master Aging Plan (Yr1 Q3) <br /> 12.MAP Outdoor Spaces and Buildings workgroup — Myra Austin <br /> a. Action request for Aging Board regarding older adult representation on municipal <br /> volunteer boards <br /> b. The Advisory Board on Aging approved the letter to local municipalities Parks and <br /> Recreations Advisory Boards inviting each of them to add a designated seat for a <br /> person age 55+ on their boards. Note: The Town of Hillsborough already has a seat <br /> designated on their board for an older adult; Aging Board suggested sending a thank <br /> you note to the Town of Hillsborough recognizing that they already do this. <br /> i. This request works toward the fulfilment of Goal 1 — Outdoor Spaces and <br /> Buildings, indicator 1.1.1 a: At least one dedicated space for an older adult age <br /> 55+ (or representative of older adults) is on every county and town Advisory <br /> Board that has input on outdoor spaces and buildings. <br /> 13.MAP Housing workgroup — Kendall McMillan <br /> a. UNC Student hired to complete update of senior housing guide. <br /> b. Very successful educational event on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) in January, <br /> preparing for additional events later this year. <br /> c. Fiddlehead community in development had consultation with OCDOA and planning. <br /> Development includes livable design elements. <br /> d. County ordinance to allow ADUs to be 1500 sq.ft. or 80% of the main structure, passed. <br /> 14.MAP Transportation Workgroup — Brandi Beeker <br /> a. Volunteer Driving Program <br />