DISCUSSION
The Planning and Service Area 2 Area Agency on Aging (PSA2AAA) is a joint powers authority, created by the Counties of Lassen, Modoc, Shasta, Siskiyou, and Trinity, charged with the responsibility of planning and administration of local aging and adult services utilizing federal and state funds and such other funds as may become available. It is governed by an Executive Board.
The PSA2AAA - Advisory Council is a 20 member advisory body, comprised of four members from each of the five counties previously mentioned, serving a term of four years, which: (1) provides information, guidance, advice and support to the Executive Board; (2) provides input into the development, coordination, and administration of services to older persons; (3) serves as a link between the Executive Board and the local elderly community; and (4) acts as an advocate to all seniors in the service area.
There is one vacancy on the Advisory Council to be appointed by the Shasta County Board of Supervisors. Membership is encouraged to be comprised of, but is not limited to: persons age 60 or older; a maximum of two PSA 2 Area Agency on Aging service providers per county; persons reflecting the target population, including persons age 75 or older, low-income, minorities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgendered; persons who represent the interests of the disabled; persons with leadership experience in the private and volunteer sectors; health care providers; local elected officials; and family caregivers.
The Notice of Vacancy was posted January 29, 2018 through February 9, 2018 and is on file with the Clerk of the Board. There were two applications submitted and both were considered by the other Advisory Council and Commission on Aging, Shasta County members; Mr. Kern's appointment was recommended. The Executive Board supports the appointment of Mr. Kern. Mr. Kern meets membership requirements. Subsequent to Board action today, the other applicant will be personally contacted and encouraged to continue to attend PSA2AAA meetings.
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