FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 10/25/2025
For further information, contact:
Susan Scully Petroni
City of Framingham Public Information Officer
spetroni@framinghamma.gov
508-782-8629
City of Framingham Advertising For Volunteers For Council on Aging Board
FRAMINGHAM – The City of Framingham is seeking applicants to fill seats on the Council on Aging that expired on June 30, 2025.
Current members may re-apply for re-appointment, but reappointment is not guaranteed.
The deadline to apply is Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.
The Council on Aging supports and strengthens the lives of Framingham residents aged 55 and older through advocacy, communication, and collaboration.
Council Goals & Objectives:
- Elevate the visibility of Framingham’s 55+ community to the Mayor and City Council.
- Conduct community meetings to understand issues and provide reports to City officials on topics including:
- Resources and access
- Housing and transportation concerns
- Socialization and other emerging needs
Member must live in the City of Framingham, and serve without compensation.
Desired Skills:
- Knowledge of senior needs and services
- Advocacy and community engagement
- Budget oversight and long-term planning
- Marketing, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Willingness to serve in an advisory role to the Mayor
Current Members (and Term Expiration):
- Audrey Hall, Chair, District 2 – June 2025
- Jennifer Rich, Vice Chair, District 1 – June 2025
- Thomas Grove, Member, District 8 – June 2025
- Kathie McCarthy, Member, District 3 – June 2025
- Steve Kiviat, Member, District 2 – June 2026
- Luciana M. Castrillon, Member, District 3 – June 2026
- Linda D. Levitt, Member, District 6 – June 2026
- Brenda Diaz, Member, District 2 – June 2027
- Cynthia Cobb, Member, District 3 – June 2027
- Marie Giorgetti, Member, District 3 – June 2027
- Dr. C. Patrick Dunne, Member, District 4 – June 2027
The Council typically meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 1:30 p.m. at the Callahan Center.
Interested Framingham residents may apply online via the City’s Boards & Commissions application portal: Apply Here
No resume or cover letter is required to apply for this position.
The deadline again is Saturday, November 22, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.
The Mayor will review the applications submitted by the deadline, and then make nominations to the City Council.
The City Council, as the legislative division of City Government, has 30 days to approve or reject the Mayor’s nominations.
Questions about the nomination process can be directed to Framingham Citizen Participation Officer Nicole Horton-Stimpson at NHS@framinghamma.gov
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