Douglas County announced on Oct. 1 that the county government has assumed responsibility for operations, programs and services previously held by the Senior Resource Center for Douglas County, effective Oct. 1, 2025. The change was recognized with a proclamation and public remarks from nonprofit leaders and county commissioners.

Why it matters: The Senior Resource Center (SRC) has provided programming and services for older adults in Douglas County since 1972. County staff and board members described a transition that moved operational responsibility to county government while the newly organized Friends of the Senior Resource Center will continue as a supporting 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

What happened at the meeting: Commissioner Dorsey read a proclamation noting the long history of the SRC and that, as of Oct. 1, 2025, Douglas County has assumed responsibility for the operations, programs, and services previously held by the Senior Resource Center. Diane Adamson, identified in the meeting as chair of the SRC board, and other representatives praised county staff for assistance during onboarding. County staff were thanked for work across payroll, HR and IT to complete the transition.

Statements from leaders: Diane Adamson, identified as board chair of the Senior Resource Center, said the nonprofit is transitioning to a supporting organization (Friends of the Senior Resource Center) and that the county has been "very supportive" and that both the nonprofit and county would continue the organization's work. County leaders recognized internal staff across departments who supported the onboarding process.

Operational details cited: The proclamation and speakers described the Friends of the Senior Resource Center as a newly organized 501(c)(3) that will partner with the county. County staff noted that onboarding required coordination across payroll, human resources and information technology and thanked SRC staff and board members for their cooperation. Specific budget or contract details (ongoing funding amounts, service-level responsibilities or timing of future program changes) were not specified at the meeting.

Next steps and community context: Speakers asked SRC staff, board members and county departments to remain engaged. The proclamation formalized the county's operational responsibility; commissioners did not vote on a budget appropriation at the meeting. County staff said more administrative and operational details would be handled through typical onboarding and service-agreement processes.

Ending: The proclamation was adopted during the Oct. 1 meeting and SRC representatives were invited to join the commissioners to mark the transition; county staff reiterated continuing collaboration with the Friends of the Senior Resource Center.