Council on Aging votes new leadership into office
Andover Council on Aging elects new leadership following chair Ralph Bledsoe's departure. Jennifer Perigaut was elected Chair, Rachael Mead Vice Chair, and Gail Bloom Secretary in a unanimous vote by all board members. The elections follow the May resignation of member Champa Bilwakesh and mark the
Council on Aging · Meeting of June 11, 2026
Andover Council on Aging elects new leadership following chair Ralph Bledsoe's departure. Jennifer Perigaut was elected Chair, Rachael Mead Vice Chair, and Gail Bloom Secretary in a unanimous vote by all board members. The elections follow the May resignation of member Champa Bilwakesh and mark the end of Bledsoe's tenure and member Judith Agnes' term.
Director Jane Burns reported receiving just under 400 community survey responses, mostly positive, through June 20. The council continues work on designating nine senior and veteran parking spots in downtown Andover.
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Source: the Council on Aging meeting of June 11, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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