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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1996-01-04; Senior Commission; MinutesMINUTES MEETING OF: SENIOR COMMISSION DATE OF MEETING: TIME OF MEETING: 1:15 p.m. PLACE OF MEETING: January 4, 1996 (Regular Meeting) CARLSBAD SENIOR CENTER CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Whittaker called the Meeting to order at 1:15 p.m. ROLL CALL: Present: Commissioners Whittaker, Chmiel, West and Zink. Commissioner Serrin arrived at 1 :18 p.m. Absent: None. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Chairman Whittaker. - MATTERS FROM THE PUBLIC: There were no requests to address the Commission on a non-agenda item. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: On motion by Commissioner Zink, the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held December 7, 1995, were approved as presented. AYES: Whittaker, Chmiel, West and Zink CONSENT CALENDAR: Senior Coordinator’s RePort Chairman Whitaker requested that the Senior Coordinator’s Report be given orally by Ms. Spickard. Sue Spickard stated that the Holiday Season was certainly abounding at the Center this year. The decorations were exquisite, especially with the large tree in the gallery made possible by ”Santa’s Ranch”, whose business was located at the corner of Vista Way and Jefferson. FHP sponsored gift wrapping and were surprised at the number of seniors who took advantage of the service. They assured everyone that they will come back again. Ms. Spickard reported that the musical put on by the “Toe Tappers” and Hawaiian Dance Class on December 11 was attended by over 120 enthusiastic people. It was a great afternoon with music, dancing and colorful costumes. - January 4, 1996 SENIOR COMMISSION Page 2 - Senior Coordinator's Report (Continued) Ms. Spickard stated that the Carlsbad Warblers gave their holiday concert on December 20, with over 80 people attending. Ms. Spickard reported that on December 22, Center participants had an opportunity to have their photo taken with Santa. Dan Elston, the Center's very own Santa, got quite a workout this year. He delivered home meals on every route the Center has and delivered goodies to the families that were adopted by the Center. Elves Perry, MaryAnn and Jason assisted with the delivery of food and gifts to the adopted families. All agreed it was very rewarding and the families were truly in need. Next year the elves will be armed with candy and a camera so all those who came out to see Santa will receive something. Ms. Spickard stated that many THANKS go to seniors, staff and City staff, who so generously donated their efforts to make the Holidays special for the six families adopted. Each family received a turkey, ham and all the fixings for a holiday meal, along with gifts for the children. Ms. Spickard added that those families had a very nice Holiday thanks to a caring group of people. Ms. Spickard said that most of the groups in the Center held their own parties, with all of them reporting great parties. The Holiday Luncheon was served on December 22, with 185 seniors enjoying turkey and all the trimmings. Ms. Spickard reported that January will be an active month, with presentations on "Estate Planning Terms & Money Savings Strategies" on January 5; "How to Organize Your Legal and Financial Affairs" on January 10; hearing testing by appointment on Monday, January 15, and a demonstration of "Waidangong: Ancient Chinese Exercise" on Wednesday, January 17. There will be an oral cancer screening on January 24 and a presentation on "Investing for Income" on the same day. Ms. Spickard said staff is very pleased that the first meeting of the "Personal Computer Users Group" will be held on Thursday, January 18, at 1O:OO a.m., in the auditorium. Everyone seems to be excited about the formation of this group and many have offered computers for use by the group. Ms. Spickard extended a wish for a Happy and Healthy New Year to all. Ms. Spickard added that Perry retired as of December 28. ACTION: On motion by Commissioner Chmiel, the Senior Coordinator's Report was accepted as presented. AYES: Whittaker, Chmiel, Serrin, West and Zink Prime West Norma Kjellberg, Advertising Consultant, Prime West, Inc., addressed the Commission regarding the installation of a communication board that her company provides without charge to qualifying senior and community centers. She explained that the board is solid oak, 5 1/2 feet high by 7 1/2 feet wide, and has 19 spaces for sponsors to be listed, with the center calendar area available for any notices the Center wishes to post. Ms. Kjellberg provided a list of the centers having these boards, including the center at Oceanside. - January 4, 1996 SENIOR COMMISSION Page 3 - Prime West (Continued) Ms. Kjellberg stated that the Center controls the sponsors by having the right to deny use of any sponsor on the board. There is no profit from the board for the first year it is in place, but after that the Center can earn $500 a year. She distributed copies of letters from people who favor having these boards. In reply to Commission query, Ms. Kjellberg stated that the agreement can be for three or five years, with three years being the minimum. This item will be placed on next month’s agenda and the Commissioners requested staff to plan a visit to the Center at Oceanside to view the board in place there. Recoqnition of Donations Sue Spickard showed slides of the donation board in place in the Center in Palm Springs. She stated she went to the YMCA in Encinitas and took photographs of the different types of recognition they have on display. She said that most Senior Centers send a letter from the Director and do not have plaques on the walls. Encinitas has a tree of life, which would take a large area and does make quite a difference in the size and kind of the acknowledgment. The Commissioners commented they did not feel they would want to use any type of board that used either smaller print or a smaller type symbol for lessor donations. Sue Spickard stated that this Commission could make any recommendation to the City Council they wished, including a recommendation against having any plaques of any kind. Chairman Whittaker stated he felt this type of acknowiedgment could bring about some controversy, and maybe create hurt feelings. The Commissioners stated they would like to visit a place that has such a board/acknowledgment and talk with the people who could answer questions about any comments or problems that have occurred. Sue Spickard will arrange a visit and the Commissioners will be notified. This item will also be on the agenda next month. Volunteers in Schools Commissioner Serrin referred to the information he provided to the Commission last month and stated in reply to Commission comment that the volunteers would have to be treated fairly or it would not work. He said that the school administration and the schools would have to unify the goal of the volunteers with their strategic plan. He explained that volunteers would sign up at the Senior Center and be interviewed there; then go to the chosen school and talk with a coordinator there. The students would work with a tutor for approximately 30 minutes, with the tutors spending approximately three hours at one location. This could be in the evening or daytime; with a schedule available to the students to inform them of what tutoring was available at what time. Commissioner Zink commented that most seniors learned school subjects quite different from what is taught today, and Commissioner Serrin said that probably some updating would be necessary; particularly in the upper grades. Elections This item was taken out of order at this time. January 4, 1996 SENIOR COMMISSION Page 4 _- Elections (Continued) By unanimous vote, Chairman Whittaker was re-elected as Chairman for 1996 and Commissioner Zink was re-elected Vice-Chair. Commissioner Chmiel left the meeting at 2:lO p.m. She will give the Nutrition Report at the next meeting. Volunteers in Schools (Continued) Sue Spickard stated.that the Center has always been interested in having volunteers in the schools, but it has not been a top priority, and perhaps with Commissioner Serrin to spearhead the program it will become a reality. Chairman Whittaker suggested Commissioner Serrin meet with staff to devise a plan to bring to the next meeting. Volunteer Recoq ni tions Sue Spickard stated this item will probably be on the agenda for discussion for some time. She said she contacted Tri-City Hospital to find how they are recognizing volunteers, and she said they have a party once a year, but it seems that there is not too much cooperation from the hospital. Commissioner Zink commented that they charge the volunteers for their own party and do not treat the volunteers very fairly. Ms. Spickard said that the big issue is how to determine what constitutes a volunteer--what is the criteria to be followed. Commission discussion determined that a list should be compiled by category, listing the different positions for volunteers, and to consider that rather than the number of hours spent in volunteering. Ms. Spickard will compile a list and distribute this to the Commissioners before the next meeting. This item was taken out of order. (See pages 3 and 4) Scribe Appointment Commissioner Zink was re-appointed as Scribe for 1996. Committee Reports: Committee Reports were continued to the next meeting. Chairperson’s Report: Chairman Whittaker wished everyone a Happy New Year. January 4, 1996 SENIOR COMMISSION Page 5 - Items for Next Aqenda: Prime West Recognition of Donations Volunteers in Schools Volunteer Recognition ADJOURNMENT: By proper motion, the Regular Meeting of January 4, 1996, was adjourned at 231 p.m. Respectfull y,,su bmittedf Minutes Clerk