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The Council on Aging reported that several salary and overtime budget lines have exceeded projections, prompting a freeze on non-emergency general-fund spending and a likely need for supplemental funding. Despite facility repairs and severe weather, programs continued without service impacts; all 125 initial tax-assistance slots filled within two weeks, and 24 additional appointments were added.
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The Senior Center remains open and its programs are continuing, even as staffing costs and building repairs put pressure on the budget. Non-emergency spending has been paused, and additional funding may be needed for salaries. Residents also received expanded tax assistance and continued support with health, housing, nutrition, heating, transportation, and insurance needs.
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