The Committee on Aging mostly heard updates: beach and park changes at Neshotah, senior center activity numbers, and upcoming programs. No new business was taken up, and the only vote was routine approval of prior minutes.
No public comments or communications recorded for this meeting.
Staff reported the extension trail at Neshotah Beach is finished and said they plan to redo beach signage, redo restrooms by the horseshoe pits, and remove the tennis courts. They also tied higher beach traffic to higher trash needs, and committee members raised concerns/questions about removing volleyball courts and about tree roots and sewer backups in terraces. This is the kind of “update” that can quietly become a done deal unless the city clearly explains timelines, costs, and what replaces what.
The Senior Center shared June activity numbers, including TRUST rides, meals delivered, average daily attendance, and participation in fitness and congregate meals. Staff also highlighted recent events and a long list of upcoming activities, including nights tied to community events with raffles and free TRUST rides. The numbers matter because they’re the clearest indicator in these minutes of service demand and whether transportation and meal programs are keeping up.
ADRC reported farmer’s market vouchers remain available by calling ADRC of the Lakeshore, and said multiple workshops are planned for fall. They also announced a “Stepping On” class starting in October at the Two Rivers Senior Center. This is straightforward service information, but it’s only useful if residents actually hear about it in time — the city and partners should be pushing these details beyond meeting minutes.
TRIAD reported ongoing Kwik Trip card sales at the Senior Center and said “Two Rivers Tips” will be included in upcoming electric bills (topics mentioned included lawn rules and school safety). They also said they’ll look into selling Raider cards at the Senior Center. This is mostly informational, but the utility-bill inserts are a notable communications channel the city uses to reach residents.
The Auxiliary said it will participate in National Night Out on Aug. 5 and is still selling Wreaths Across America items. They also noted an Assistant Police Chief was nominated for an Auxiliary award and that their Kwik Trip card is available at the Senior Center. This is community-group news rather than city action, but it signals what partnerships and fundraising are being routed through the Senior Center.