LTC 349-2025 Opening of the City-operated Senior Congregate Meal Program at the South Shore Community Center
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349-2025
however, that any new funding approved would not be available until the start of the next fiscal
year.
In the interim, to ensure timely program delivery and respond to the urgent needs of the senior
population, the Administration has decided that the Office of Housing and Community Services will
directly operate the meal site. The City-operated program will provide hot meals for up to 50
seniors, within the existing $175,000 budget for the first year. This will be achieved by leveraging
existing HCS staff and hiring up to two temporary employees. HCS will also explore opportunities
to provide social programming through partnerships with current vendors.
The program will offer not only nutritious meals but also social activities and access to a dietitian.
Outreach and recruitment will be conducted through the City's walk-in center located at 765 17th
Street, and in collaboration with community providers and stakeholders. In addition, HCS will
actively recruit participants from senior housing buildings located in the surrounding area to ensure
awareness and maximize participation from residents who may benefit most from these services.
The City-operated senior congregate meal site at the South Shore Community Center is tentatively
scheduled to launch on September 2, 2025.