Title
Approve the proposed amendments to the Bylaws of the Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council.
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors:
Approve the proposed amendments to the Bylaws of the Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
The County of Monterey Department of Social Services (DSS) oversees the Area Agency on Aging (AAA) and administers various programs funded through the Federal Older Americans Act. The AAA Advisory Council assists in the development of strategic plans required by funding agreements overseen by the California Department of Aging. As part of that effort, AAA Advisory Council members carry out advisory functions which further the AAA mission of development and coordinating community-based systems of care and services for older persons, individuals with disabilities and family caregivers residing in Monterey County.
The California Department of Aging periodically requires a review and update of the Advisory Council’s bylaws. The most recent amended version was approved by the Monterey County Board of Supervisors in June 2022.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT/COMMITTEE ACTIONS:
The drafted changes to the Bylaws were approved by the AAA Advisory Council on April 24, 2025. County Counsel provided input to the AAA Advisory Council and has approved the bylaws as to form.
FINANCING:
Approval of this action item has no impact on the County General Fund.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS:
The Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council is mandated by the California Department of Aging as part of a funding agreement to provide coordination of services for the aging population. As a result, it correlates to the Administration Strategic Initiative adopted by the Board of Supervisors by providing input and support in addressing issues that relate to older Monterey County residents.
Check the related Board of Supervisors Strategic Initiatives:
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