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Home My WebLink About1995-09-07; Senior Commission; MinutesMINUTES MEETING OF: DATE OF MEETING: TIME OF MEETING: 1:15 p.m. PLACE OF MEETING: SENIOR COMMISSION (Regular Meeting) September 7, 1995 CARLSBAD SENIOR CENTER CALL TO ORDER: Vice-Chairperson Zink called the Meeting to order at 1 :15 p.m. ROLL CALL: Present: Commissioners Zink, Chmiel, Van and West. Absent: Commissioner Whittaker. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Vice-Chairperson Zink. PRESENTATIONS: Vice-Chairperson Zink welcomed Mayor Lewis to the meeting. Mayor Lewis presented proclamations for 50th Wedding Anniversaries to Kenneth and Barbara Asberry and Joe and Shirley Woods. MATTERS FROM THE PUBLIC: There were no requests to address the Commission. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: On motion by Commissioner Van, the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held July 6, 1995, were approved as presented. AYES: Chmiel, Van and West ABSTAl N : Zink CONSENT CALENDAR: Senior Coordinator’s Report Vice-Chairperson Zink requested that Sue Spickard give the Senior Coordinator’s Report orally. Ms. Spickard reported that 230 seniors enjoyed the Independence Day Barbecue, which was held July 3. She expressed special thanks to Chefs Keith Beverly and Mark Steyaert, who cooked the burgers to perfection. September 7, 1995 SENIOR COMMISSION Page 2 Senior Coordinator's Report (Continued) Ms. Spickard reported the July 13 trip to the Magic Club and Dinner Theater (the hottest new club in Los Angeles), was attended by 30 seniors who thoroughly enjoyed the performance and have had many discussions attempting to find the trick behind the "magic". Ms. Spickard reported on the "Safety on the Highways" presentation and how valuable that information was; and the 7th Annual Ice Cream Social, held July 11. Although it rained in the morning, and there are always glitches, due to the quick thinking of Linwood Van, they were all overcome and a wonderful afternoon of music and fun was enjoyed by over 350 people. The ice cream was again donated by Thrifty Payless, Inc.. Two "interactive" presentations were offered at the end of July: "A Celebration of Movement" on July 20th, and "Put Massage in Your Life". There were two day trips in August, with a packed mini bus. The Sawdust Festival in Laguna Beach and a day at the Del Mar Races were both enjoyed by 25 seniors on each trip. Derek, the bus driver, told of a free betting class that the Track Club offers, and that will be researched for inclusion in the trip next year. Ms. Spickard stated that the seminar "The Three Most Common Investment Mistakes" was well attended, and it has been found that the less frequent the seminars are held, the more likely the attendance will increase. The Luau was held August 24, with over 215 seniors attending. Special thanks were given to Marolyn Hile, Terry Talbot and their crew of tireless volunteers, who work very hard at special events. Their hard work is not unnoticed! Ms. Spickard reported on a presentation on August 23, "Cancer Research, Detection, Prevention and Treatment", with everyone attending stating they were pleased they came to hear the hope and progress in cancer research and treatments. Ms. Spickard stated that September is "back to school" month and it is also the beginning of classes at the Senior Center. The exercise, drama and art classes begin again, and there will be new Spinal Fitness classes and beginning and refresher bridge lessons. Also, a new monthly group will meet the fourth Friday of the month at 9:00 a.m. in the Dance Studio. This will be "Video Exploration: Adventures in the Mind", and they will incorporate the use of videos to stimulate discussion. September trips will include the Crystal Cathedral, Fashion Island and Big Bear Lake. September 15 will be Mexican Independence Day, with special treats planned in the dining room. There will be a free hearing test on September 25th. Appointments are very necessary. Ms. Spickard stated it is hoped that the Reception area enclosure will be started in September, but there is a problem with the contractor and his insurance coverage. Ms. Spickard concluded her report stating that the patio chairs are in Los Angeles to be re-covered. September 7, 1995 SENIOR COMMISSION Page 3 ACTION: On motion by Chmiel, the Coordinator’s Report was accepted and filed. AYES: Zink, Chmiel, Van and West ACCEPTANCE OF DONATIONS: ACTION: On motion by Commissioner Chmiel, the Senior Commission accepted the following donations: $3,000.00 Isabel Brittain Trust 165.00 Memory of Ellen Hackert - AYES: Zink, Chmiel, Van and West VOLUNTEER CELEBRATION: Sue Spickard asked the Commissioners whether they were satisfied with the format of the volunteer celebration, or would like to change it. ACTION: The unanimous consensus of the Commission was to leave the format the same, with the event being held the first or second week in November. FUND-RAISING: Sue Spickard reported that the Gerico’s Golf Tournament will be held September 16 at the Loma Santa Fe Golf Course, with the sign-up being done at Gerico’s. She asked the Commissioners to assist in any way they can in getting prizes donated. This is becoming more difficult each year. Tickets are being sold for Koko Beach only, at $5.00 each, with all the proceeds being donated to the Senior Center. Ms. Spickard stated there will be a bake sale some time during the holiday time and a white elephant sale. UTILIZATION OF TRUST FUNDS: Sue Spickard asked the Commissioners how they felt about the facility magnets that had been available since the new Center was built. She said the supply is exhausted and asked whether the Commission wished to have a new supply ordered, Originally, 2,500 magnets were ordered at a cost of $620.00. Ms. Spickard said she would guess that the price has gone up in the meantime. They were originally ordered in 1989, and have lasted six years. ACTION : On motion by Commissioner Van, the Senior Commission authorized staff to use Trust Funds to re-order 2,500 magnet business cards. AYES: Zink, Chmiel, Van and West September 7, 1995 SENIOR COMMISSION Page 4 COMMllTEE REPORTS: Suaaestion Committee Commissioner Van gave the Suggestion Committee report, as follows: Suqqestion: Answer: Sunnestion: Answer: Is it possible to put a breakdown of the total calories: fat, fiber, etc.,on the menu published? This would help to plan the rest of the meals to be eaten each day - Ron Manley . The Center menus are planned by the staff at Vista and approved by the Area Agency on Aging. Unfortunately, there is no one on staff with the expertise to provide that information. All meals served at the Center are low salt and 1/3 the recommended daily allowance. Have more turkey meatloaf; pollack twice in a month--ugh! - Afton Jandro The comments will be passed on to the menu committee. JULY 3 WAS AN INSPIRATIONAL DAY! DECORATIONS--BEAUTIFUL!, FOOD-- DELICIOUS! GOLDEN TONES MUSIC--INSPIRING! By Afton Jandro Nutrition Council: Commissioner Chmiel gave the Nutrition Council reports for July and August, as follows: Total congregate meals served in June, 2,832; July, 2,705; with the average donation $1.55 in June and $1.45 in July. Total home meals delivered in June, 949 and July 834, with an average donation of $2.70 in June and $2.27 in July. The balance in the treasury for June $3,362.59 and July, $3,246.17, with the funds raised from dances, white elephant and bake sales. The next District V Project Council meeting will be October 19, 1995, in Escondido. Commissioner Chmiel continued, reporting on the special events in June and July and the election of new officers. Chairperson’s Report: Vice-Chairperson Zink stated she had no report, but stated she wished she had known before the meeting that she was going to be in charge so she could have been prepared. Items for Next Aaenda: The Volunteer Celebration Gerico’s Golf Tournament September 7, I995 SENIOR COMMISSION Page 5 ADJOURNMENT: By proper motion, the Regular Meeting of September 7, 1995, was adjourned at 151 p.m. Minutes Clerk