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3a. What is the specific service(s) or program(s) which are to be provided under a shared services agreement between the participating local units of government? The four cities will provide a comprehensive senior citizen program operated out of a regional senior citizen center facility. A senior center is a focal point of resources, a place anyone in the community (older people, family members, neighbors, and the community at large) can receive information and services accessing them to all the community resources for older people. It is also a place to learn about the needs of older people and services available to help communities and individuals plan for their future. Focal points help coordinate and insure that services are available in their community. A senior center is a community center where seniors come together or turn to for services and activities that respond to their diverse needs and interest, support their independence and encourage volunteer leadership. Services and programs at a center respond to a specific and changing needs of the cotnruuniiy it serve9. Th: center often offers wellness and exercise programs, classes, social services, counseling, outreach, information and referral, nutrition services such as senior dining andlor home delivered me:,.ls. transportation,recreational activities, plus opportunities for leadership and community service. It provides a non -threatening supportive environment to try new things and keep minds active. 3b. How will this shared services agreement be different from existing shared services arrangements? This joint powers arrangement will be a complete consolidation of senior services in four communities rather than the limited cooperative programming which has been done in the past. This agreement will avoid duplication of services and make efficient use of all available resources. 3c. Explain how other, nonparticipating local governments may benefit from this project. The Regional Senior Center Project should benefit nonparticipating local governments by providing a working model of municipal government cooperation for senior citizens services. Certain core services, including congregate dining, health screening and health care programs, will be available to anyone in the region. Also, it would be possible for seniors in adjacent communities to utilize the many other services and programs on an availability basis. Should additional communities wish to join in this regional project, that alternative could also be explored.