Advisory Commission to the Elderly

The advisory committee to the elderly is responsible for:

1. addressing senior issues, establishing and managing identified programs that are mandated by the state and local authorities.
2. preparing annual budget and submitting compiled information to the board of selectmen who present it to the board of finance.

This committee is comprised of nine members who are appointed by the board of selectmen all of whom serve a one year term. They have the powers and duties of advisory committees as prescribed by the board of selectmen.

The municipal agent is a member and chairman of this committee. Other members include a representative of the Senior Club, one from each public housing site for the elderly, one from a senior drop-in center and three representatives from different geographical location of Somers.

The current Municipal Agent and Chairman of the Advisory Committee to the Elderly is Jenifer B. Charette.

Agendas & Minutes

Meeting Schedules