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Council approves respectful conduct policy

HolbrookJun 10, 20262 min read

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The Council on Aging unanimously approved a Respectful Conduct Policy with specific steps for responding to incidents. It also agreed to bring an employee’s pay to at least $20 per hour and discussed raising $2.75 million to match a potential $5 million federal appropriation.

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Council on Aging

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What this means

The new conduct policy is posted at the Council on Aging van and facility and is intended to clarify what happens when an incident occurs. The board also supported a pay adjustment to reach a minimum $20 hourly rate for one employee. A possible federal appropriation is not guaranteed, and the Council would need $2.75 million in matching funds if it is awarded.

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Unanimously approved the revised Respectful Conduct Policy, including specific actions to take after an incident.
Unanimously approved a mission statement focused on helping residents age 60 and older, veterans, and adults with disabilities live independently and with dignity.
Agreed to adjust one employee’s pay to at least $20 per hour, with funding from the formula grant for the next year.
Approved the treasurer’s report; approximately $4,300 may need to be returned to the town after outstanding FY26 bills are addressed.
Confirmed that the FY27 Council on Aging budget is the amount printed in the spring Town Meeting Warrant, including a $10,000 shared Celebration Account.
Discussed forming a Friends group to raise the $2.75 million match needed if the potential $5 million federal appropriation is received and to support a future facility.
Supported pursuing a senior modernization grant for air-conditioning improvements and a senior longevity grant for low-impact exercise programs.
Agreed that meeting materials should be digitally retained and made available through the Council on Aging section of the town website.

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