Southwick Council on Aging Logs $2,200 in Grants, Restructures Staff Position

SOUTHWICK — June 8, 2026 — Southwick Council on Aging reports $2,200 in new grants and restructures a staff position. At the June 8 meeting, Director Lisa reported receipt of a $1,500 Sarah Gillette grant and a $700 Massachusetts Cultural Council grant designated for a live music performer. A staff position held by Kara was reduced from 20 to 15 hours per week and redefined as administrative support, with posting expected through Human Resources Director Nadine once a job description is finalized. Three member seats up for June renewal — held by Paula LeBlanc, Carol Loughran, and Carol Smith — are being processed through the town's Select Board portal, with Loughran staying on as a full member, Smith moving to associate, and a member identified as Annie moving from associate to full member in Smith's place; approvals are expected in July. Class enrollment reached 138 the prior week, prompting staff to cap Friday chair yoga at 30 participants and add a second session on Wednesdays.