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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991-08-01; Senior Commission; MinutesMINUTES Meeting of: SENIOR COMMISSION Time of Meeting: 1:15 p.m. Date of Meeting: August 1, 1991 Place of Meeting: Carlsbad Senior Center CALL TO ORDEE: - I r Chairman Van called the Meeting to order at 1:17 p.m. ROLL CALL: Present: Chairman Van, Commissioners Chmiel, Heard, Maggio and Ritchie. Absent: None. Staff Present: sue Spickard, Senior Coordinator Ron Ball, Assistant City Attorney David Bradstreet, Parks and Recreation Keith Beverly, Senior Management Director Analyst UATTERS FROM THE PUBLIC: Tom Reed, 844 Mistletoe Lane, requested a new piano for the auditorium here at: the Center. He stated he is a member of the orchestra that plays for different events here, and said that the piano is atrocious. Yvonne Castner, 1550 Sunrise Circle, questioned the five- minute limit for speaking during the public comment. She stated that Commission meetings had been cancelled, and this did not allow enough time to cover subjects that had accumulated over more than one month. Mrs. Castner requested that the gift shop be opened, as that wae part of the original plan for the Center. She stated that the art class had been waiting a year and a half for their paintings to be placed on the wall in the Center, but the Commission wanted plain walls. Mrs. Caotner said there should be signa in the restrooms in three languages to "wash your hands" to ensure proper food handling. Mrs. Castner stated she was not in favor of anyone using the Senior Center except seniors. She said MiraCosta Ccllege does not belong there. The Center was not built to make money (which the College does provide), but was built for the seniors. The children from Pine Street School were denied the right to come to the Center when they need an auditorium, and if they are not allowed, then it is not fair to have the College here. Jean Dellenbach stated that if anyone else wishad to speak at this meeting, they should stand up so the other people in the audience could hear them. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Minutes of the Regular Meeting held June 6, 1991, were approved as amended to show Tom Brierley present at the meeting. Van Chmiel Heard Maggio Ritchie h \ 9 MINUTES August 1, 1991 SENIOR COMMISSION Page 2 COMMISSIONERS CONFLICT OF INTERCST CODE Assistant City Attorney Ron Ball explained to the Commissioners that the new Conflict of Interest Code now applies to all the City Commissions. He said the City Clerk would send the papers out to the Commissioners and they should be returned to her office. He said if the Commissioners had any questions, to call his office. SENIOR CENTER BARBECUE Keith Beverly of the Parks and Recreation Department showed blueprints of the proposed barbecue for the Center and explained the changes that have been made in the plans. He referred to the report given to each Commissioner and explained the additional options listed in the report. These options are gae Lines and valves, sink and sewer connection and stainless steel covers for the barbecues. Mr. Beverly stated he needed to go back to the architect #with recommendations from this Commission to prepare the final plans and specifications needed to take the matter to Council for final approval. Mr. Beverly stated staff had no problem with the safety of the propane gas for the barbecue, but felt that the stainless steel covers for the barbecues would provide safety and protection. In answer to Commission query, Mr. Beverly stated there are no time constraints with regard to this project. Commissioner Heard wanted the natural gas stubbed in, if possible, and would like to know the costs involved for both the propane gas and the natural gas. The consensus of the Commission was to not considor'the sink and sewer option, but to include the stainless steel covers. Joe Johnson, 3300 Belle Lane, asked whether people are allowed to speak on the agenda items, and Chairman Van replied that after the Commission discusses an item, the public is given an opportunity to speak. Sue Spickard stated that the sink and sewer connection was something that was not necessary, due to the location of the barbecue near the kitchen facilities. Joe Johnson asked what the barbecue would be used for, and would it be for the seniors? Sue Spickard stated that the barbecue would be for special events--such as a barbecue €or the seniors. Mr. Johnson said that $30,000 for a barbecue to be used by anyone in the City was not right. Chairman Van explained that this project came to this Commission through the Parks and Recreation Department and was money from a grant to be used for that specific purpose. Ms. Spickard added that $3,000 of senior money was what the City had to match in order to get the grant, with $27,000 from the State of Californiz. MINUTES August 1, 1991 SENIOR COMMISSION Page 3 COMMISSIONERS \ In reply to a question from the audience as to why this barbecue was costing $30,000, Chairman Van explained that the grant money must be used for that purpose, or the money will not be available. Yvonne Castner stated she thought this was a wonderful idea, and as long as no outside interests will be using the facility during the hours of 8:OO a.m. to 5:OO p.m., she was in favor of it. She did ask why the money was not spent for something else. Mr. Beverly again explained that this was grant money that must be used to provide for park and recreation development; similar to the playground provided at Holiday Park. barbecue would create a recreational type of socializing setup for the seniors. After hours, it could become a source of income from groups using it as they do the other facilities. Recreation Department to apply for the grant with this type of situation, and the application was made and approved. The State would not allow the City to deviate from the original application. Mr. Beverly stated he felt he was aware of the wishes of the Commission and would take the appropriate action. This City Council authorized the Parks and ACCEPTANCE OF DONATIONS Sue Spickard reported that donations totaling $2,330 had been received for the Senior Trust Fund. The Senior Commission accepted donations from Mr. & Mrs. Anton Salm, Mr. & Mrs. Jack Steele, Encinitas Terrace and La Costa Hotel & Spa, totaling $2,330. SENIOR CITIZEN TRUST FUND Sue Spickard stated there is a total Of $23,660 In the Trust Fund; $2,000 is committed to the arts grant program; $3,000 to the barbecue; $18,660 available for recommendations to spend. Us. Spickard stated there were two projects being considered to purchase; a piano and a video projector. She referred to a pattern displayed on the floor of the dais depicting the size of a baby grand piano, and stated that would cost approximately 58,000. The large-screen video projector for the auditorium would be permanently mounted and cost approximately $12,000 to $18,000 installed. Commissioner Ritchie suggested going ahead with both purchases, and Commissioners Heard, Chmiel and Maggic concurred. Dorothy Graves, 6538 Oceanview Drive, stated she agreed with the Commissioners to pursue both purchases. Mrs. Yvonne Castner stated the Warblers use thie room, and the piano is terrible. she said that wher. a piano is moved, it loses its tune and needs to be re-tuned. She said she wanted to donate -i piano in her deceased =z,lqhter's name, 5cr . . - ,. . - - < .* - :cllld :ICC_ te mgved. Van Chmiel Heard Maggio Ritchie k\ \ ? MINUTES August 1, 1991 SENIOR COMMISSION Page 4 \\\\\ COMMISSIONERS Ma. Spickard said that now that the Center has more than one piano, there is no need to move them. The piano in the dining room is from the Senior Citizens Association and could not be moved without the Association's authorization. A piano in the music room could stay there and not be moved. Commissioner Van added that a plaque could be placed on the piano in honor of the donor. Lenore Griffing, 5327 Don Ricardo, said that if the Center purchases a baby grand piano, they would have the finest of music all the time. The Senior Commission directed staff to purchase the baby grand piano and continue to accumulate funds for the large- screen video projector. OERICO * S GOLF TOURNAMENT AND DINNER Sue Spickard reported that the Senior Center would be the benefactors of Gerico's generosity through the Sth annual Golf Tournament, which is set for September 21, at the Lomae Santa Fe Golf Course. The cost to enter the Tournament is $35, and volunteers are needed to arrange for prizes. The dinner will be handled differently this year, as Gerico's was disappointed they only netted a little over three thousand dollars for the Center. Their goal this year ie $5,000. The dinner tickets will cost $5; however, instead of being for just one day, there are six dinner choices available for one month from September 22 to October 31, 1991. Volunteers are also needed to sell tickets and Ma. Spickard said that anyone wishing to volunteer their services could sign up at the front desk here at the Center. VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION Sue Spickard stated that the committee had met and the proposal they recommended was for the annual volunteer recognition affair be held away from the Senior Center. The committee felt the volunteers are here at the Center every day and it would be more special to take them away from the facility. She said the Raintree Restaurant had been investigated to provide the event at approximately the same costs as previous years. After the dinner, the area rould be cleared and there could be dancing. The date for the party is November 15. The Senior Commission directed staff to proceed with the plans for the Volunteer Recognition Dinner with Raintree Restaurant. Joe Johnson stated that the volunteers are not asked to stand up to be recognized at the dinner, and he wanted that changed. Rose Hoskin, 7307 San Luis, stated the volunteer recognition program is enough recognition for the volunteers. Commrssioner Maagio stated the fact that the volunteers are invited for dinner is enouah. She felt nothino more was :ieec?ea. Van Chmiel Heard Maggio Ritchie Van Chmiel Heard Maggio Ritchie X X X X I : I : I MINUTES A SUGGESTION COMMITTEE Chairman Van stated the Committee had met and the results of that meeting will be posted on the bulletinboard. SENIOR COORDINATOR'S REPORT: Sue Spickard reported that the third annual ice cream social was a complete success, with over 300 seniors attending-- and the band wae wonderfull Me. Spickard listed the events coming up during the month of August. CEAIRMAN'S REPORT: Chairman Van reported the Senior Citizens Association had elected new officers. He introduced Mayor Pro Tern Kulchin at this time for a presentation. Mayor Pro Tem Kulchin read a Certificate of Appreciation for Dorie Ritchie for her work on the Senior Commission since its inception. Chairman Van presented Commissioner Ritchie with a plaque for her service on the Senior Commiseion from 1985 to 1991. Commissioner Ritchie accepted the awards and thanked the efficient staff, the dedicated volunteers and delightful seniors who have made this job most enjoyable. Chairman Van announced there will be a party in the dining room honoring Commissioner Ritchie immediately following this meeting. ITEMS FOR NEXT A OENDA : Commissioners were reminded to get any agenda items to Sue Spickard. By proper motion, the Meeting of August 1, 1991, was adjourned at 2:34 p.m. Harriett Babbitt Minutes Clerk August 9, 1991 TO: MAYOR LONIS MAYOR PRO TEM KULCHIN COUNCILMEMBER LARSON COUNCILMEMBER NYGAARD COUNCILMEMBER STANTON FROM: Senior Commission SUMMARY REPORT OF AUGUST 1,1991, COMMISSION MEETING lzma Chmiel was introduced and welcomed as the new Senior Commissioner, fulfilling Peggy Savary’s unexpired term. 1. 2. 3. Acceptance of Donations The Commission accepted donations to the Seniors Trust Fund from Mr. & Mrs. Anton Salm, Mr. & Mrs. Jack Steele, Encinitas Terrace, and La Costa Hotel and Spa. Senior Citizen Trust Fund Following Center Coordinator Spickard’s update on the Seniors Trust Fund, motion was adopted to (1) purchase as soon as possible a new piano for use in the auditorium; and (2) proceed toward early purchase of permanently mounted video cassette projector, subject to availability of funds. Volunteer Recoanition Motion was adopted to approve the Volunteer Recognition Planning Committee’s proposal to hold the 1991 Volunteer Recognition Dinner and Dance at Raintree Grill and Bar, Poinsettia Avenue and 1-5, on November 15. Scribe C: City Manager Assistant City Manager Parks & Recreation Director Department Heads