County officials are mulling over how to spend it on services for older adults. It could fund and expand senior nutrition programs to fight hunger, support existing senior centers across the county, combat homelessness among seniors and help support community organizations and services, among other needs.
County officials recently brainstormed ideas for spending the eight-year, 0. Funding operational expenses at senior centers was second on his list. The county could also set up a phone number to serve as a resource hub and provide referrals. The county could also request funding proposals to award some of the millage funds to human services organizations for a wide variety of programs.
Other needs include basic legal assistance, care-giver support, behavioral health interventions, supplying equipment like canes and walkers, technology education, and minor home repair, among others, according to Maciejewski.
Some commissioners suggested millage money would be better spent if focused on a few areas with the most pressing needs. County officials are also considering hiring a director to oversee the millage program, and there was some back and forth on how many, or few, staff to hire. Want more Ann Arbor-area news? If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.
Ann Arbor Washtenaw has millions for senior services. How should the county spend it? Published: Jan. Ryan Stanton MLive file photo. By Jennifer Eberbach jeberbach mlive.
