Kristen Christy is often called a subject matter expert on the issue of veterans’ suicide, but it’s not by choice. Twelve years ago, her husband Don, a Lt. Col. in the Air Force, died by suicide. Read more
OLDER AMERICANS MONTH
Every year in May, Older Americans Month recognizes the contributions of older adults across the nation.
While raising families and building careers, older Americans also gave back to their communities in a variety of ways. In their lifetime, times have changed and they continue to volunteer and serve their neighborhoods in their own ways. Whether they mentored child, volunteered at a soup kitchen or served their country, each one deserves recognition for their commitment.
Older Americans Month also serves to raise awareness concerning elder abuse and neglect. As we age, the risk of abuse and neglect increases. We must be sure resources are in place to protect our older population from the risks of abuse and neglect. One way is to maintain involvement in community activities and social activities. It helps to maintain our overall health and vitality.
HOW TO OBSERVE
Take part in Older Americans Month no matter what your age. Get involved and learn more by visiting oam.acl.gov. Use #OlderAmericansMonth to share on social media.
HISTORY
President Gerald Ford proclaimed Older Americans Month in 1976.
Haile Degena taught math and English to refugees when he lived in Sudan. Originally from an area that’s now called Eritrea, he didn’t really consider teaching when he moved to the United States in 1986. Read more
DRCOG Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC) – April 26, 2021
The DRCOG TAC meeting was held April 26, 2021 via Zoom. There was no public comment, and no corrections or additions were made to the meeting summary from the April 5, 2021 meeting.
The only action item was approval of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRSSAA) and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Section 5310 Funding. The TAC followed DRCOG staff recommendations to allocate these funds to operating and mobility management projects that were awarded funding during DRCOG’s last FTA 5310 call for projects in April 2020. A proposed amendment to DRCOG Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5310 (Enhanced Mobility of Seniors & Individuals with Disabilities) Program Management Plan was then presented that will allow DRCOG pre-award authority to reimburse project sponsors for the projects approved by the DRCOG Board last fall.
A discussion of 2024-2027 TIP Policy Development and the Regional Share occurred with further discussion to follow in later meetings. Ron Papsdorf from DRCOG shared information about Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) Grants, and there was discussion of TAC members sharing their plans for RAISE grant funding at the next meeting to allow for coordination. To learn more about the meeting visit, DRCOG’s website.
DRMAC is seeking some donated IT help. One hour per week with mostly simple requests. Please contact kwilliams@drmac-co.org if you’re feeling generous with your amazing skills!
On Biden’s 100th day in office, CIRC will host a virtual town hall in partnership with Mijente to give Coloradans who have experienced and organized against cruel and inhumane treatment at the hands of ICE an opportunity to put a spotlight on their experiences and present demands for change. As the Biden administration conducts its audit of the practices of ICE and moves toward policy change, we will hold our own review through this forum — exposing the ugly sides of ICE enforcement and laying the groundwork for a substantive immigration review, informed by impacted communities.
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