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TO: Mayor Richard C. Irvin
FROM: Alex Voigt, Deputy Chief of Staff
DATE: February 20, 2024
SUBJECT:
Establishing the Aging in Community Advisory Board Under Chapter 2, Article VI of the Code of Ordinances.
PURPOSE:
To create a board comprised of a diverse, knowledgeable group of aging community members serving in an advisory capacity to the city council concerning the needs of the aging community in Aurora.
BACKGROUND:
The creation of the Aging in Community Advisory Board is a recommendation from the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus' "Aging in a Changing Region" program. The City of Aurora participated in this program, represented by Katrina Boatright, the city's Manager, Senior and Disability Services. The program resulted in the "Elevating Aging-in-Community in Aurora" strategic guide, which will be presented to the City Council in April.
In addition to the participation in this program, Katrina also hosted several listening sessions designed to garner feedback directly from older community members. This board will be an extension of those sessions as well.
The format, mission and goals of this board align with other current city boards, commissions and councils.
DISCUSSION:
This nine-member advisory board will be tasked with the following:
* Solicit input and act as a public forum for issues that affect persons ages 62 and above in the City by hosting public meetings, obtaining factual data and provide this information to the City Council with recommendations.
* Identify and work with and support existing senior programs and provide a seamless network of services that meets the needs of persons ages 62 and over in the City of Aurora.
* Assist with the creation of services for seniors, programs, and events available for Aurora residents ages 62 and above.
* Assist with volunteer recruitment for programs and services for persons ages 62 and above.
* Provide insight into the Aging-in-Community and Age-Friendly initiatives for the City of Aurora.
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