approve2026-036
i move that we accept bill 2026-036 as presented
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2026-036 · GRANT · 2026
An Order to authorize the Mayor to accept and expend FY26 formula grant funding for the Amesbury Council on Aging from the Executive Office of Elder Affairs (EOEA) in the amount of $73,776.
This order authorizes the Mayor to accept and spend FY26 formula grant funds from EOEA for the Amesbury Council on Aging. The grant supports programs for residents 60 and older and is allocated via a per-person formula.
approved CITYWIDE
- STEP 1SubmittedFEB 10 2026
- STEP 2 · CURRENTApprovedMAR 04 2026
AI summary · plain-language
The City Council authorizes the Mayor to accept and expend FY26 formula grant funding from the Executive Office of Elder Affairs for the Amesbury Council on Aging. This annual formula grant supports programs and services for older residents and is calculated based on the number of residents aged 60 and over, using a per-person rate with a minimum award. Amesbury's share is determined by the 2020 Census data and approved by the state legislature and Governor Healey. The Mayor will administer and spend these funds in accordance with EOEA guidelines.
Key provisions
§1 Authorizes the Mayor to accept FY26 EOEA formula grant funding for the Amesbury Council on Aging in the amount of $73,776.
§2 Funds are to support older adults in Amesbury; the award is based on $16 per person aged 60+ with a $8,000 minimum.
§3 Amesbury’s allocation is determined using the 2020 Census data and approved by the state legislature and Governor Healey.
§4 The Mayor may expend and administer the grant funds in accordance with EOEA guidelines.
Discussed at meetings
City CouncilCity Council Special Meeting
City CouncilBudget and Finance Subcommittee Meeting
other2026-036
Return 2026-036 to the full City Council with a positive recommendation.
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City CouncilCity Council Meeting
refer2026-036
I'd like to make a motion to refer 2026-036 to budget and finance for second reading on February 24th.