$1M Emergency Appropriation Targets Senior Services Amid Federal Cuts
SaylesJan 15, 2026
FromCouncilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles
Email“Sayles, Co-Sponsors Introduce $1 Million Emergency Funding to Protect Seniors and Caregivers”
ReceivedJan 15, 2026
Councilmember At-Large Laurie-Anne Sayles, joined by co-sponsors President Fani-González and Councilmembers Jawando, Katz, and Mink, introduced a $1 million Special Appropriation Resolution on January 13, 2026 to stabilize county health and human services programs affected by federal funding cuts. The one-time appropriation targets senior nutrition (congregate meals), homecare waitlist reduction, and respite care for unpaid family caregivers. A public hearing is scheduled for the January 27 County Council session.
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