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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993-06-03; Senior Commission; MinutesMINUTES MEETING OF: SENIOR COMMISSION DATE OF MEETING: TIME OF MEETING: 1:15 pm PLACE OF MEETING: JUNE 3,1993 (Regular Meeting) CARLSBAD SENIOR CENTER -: Chairman Heard called the meeting to order at 1:15 pm. ROLL: Present: Absent: Commissioner Zink. Commissioners Heard, Chmiel, MacEnery and Whittaker. PLEDGF OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Chairman Heard. E: There were no requests to address the Commission at this time. On motion by Commissioner Chmiel, the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 1, 1993, were approved as presented. AYES: Heard, Chmiel, MacEnery and Whittaker. On motion by Commissioner MacEnery, the Minutes of the Special Meeting of May 17, 1993, were approved as presented. AYES: Heard, Chmiel, MacEnery and Whittaker. ACWTANG OF DONATIONS: Motion was made by Commissioner Chmiel to accept donations of $100 from Marilyn Shaner in support of the Home Meals Program and $50 from Bernice Beck in memory of Ella Manlowe. AYES: Heard, Chmiel, MacEnery and Whittaker. June 3,1993 SENIOR COMMISSION Page 2 Sue Spickard reported that at the April 22, 1993 Commission Workshop discussion was focused around the need to develop a mission statement on the goal of fund raising for the Senior Center. Ms. Spickard explained that they had reviewed Leo Carrillo trust fund brochure and decided that was the type of information that could be used for the Senior Center fund raising project. Sue Spickard explained that each Commissioner took on the assignment of pulling together some information and items that they felt should be included in this mission statement; however, due to illnesses and vacations, not all Commissioners have have been able to provide their input. Therefore, Ms. Spickard has not developed a draft document. Commissioner Whittaker suggested that a meeting date to review the compiled information not be set until the Commissioners receive a summary of the information Ms. Spickard will be putting together. stion Commiw Joan MacEnery gave the Suggestion Committee report: Suggestion to install more book shelves in the Lounge. It was explained that there was not sufficient space for additional shelves and that perhaps in future years the Center will have the space to be able to expand the library area. Suggestion was made to organize "couple" groupsfor socializing, dancing, trips, etc. It was explained that the Senior Center already sponsors many of the activities mentioned of which singles and couples are invited to participate. Another suggestion was to have the Center sponsor more investment seminars. Ms. MacEnery said that an investment seminar was held on April 22 and that the Senior Center will continue to offer informative, helpful seminars. Thirty suggestions were received indicating interest for a second monthly dance to be held. Commissioner MacEnery explained that the Project Council sponsors the dance held the third Thursday of each month and they have expressed their disinterest in sponsoring a second monthly dance. Project Council elections will be held in July, at that time staff will review the item of hosting a second monthly dance with the new members. A request to have a Tai Chi Class. Ms. MacEnery explained that we had Tai Chi classes in the past, but participation had dwindled and the instructor no longer was able to teach the class. She advised that Oceanside Senior Center and Mira Costa College offered Tai Chi classes. Ms. MacEnery mentioned an upcoming Body Movements and Creative Dance Class being offered at our center beginning July 8 and explained that this class has been compared to Tai Chi. June 3,1993 SENIOR COMMISSION Page 3 .. Nutrition Project I iaison Commissioner Chmiel reported on the April 9,1993 meeting, giving the statistics that 3,212 noon meals were served in March, with an average donation of $1.38: Home meals delivered 980, with an average donation of $2.39. The current balance on hand at the end of March is $2,653.40. The Sunshine Committee sent one get-well card. The dining room was decorated in an Easter motif. 95 seniors attended the March dance. The Project Council has approved increasing the suggested donation from $1.75 to $2.00 for noon meals served in the dining room: suggested donations for Home Delivered Meals will increase from $3.50 to $3.75, and meals served with a sandwich from $4.50 to $4.75, to be effective July 1,1993. Ms. Chmiel explained that the reason for the increase was that Vista Nutrition was increasing the cost of the food. Discussion to have a second monthly dance was tabled by Project Council, until after election of new members to be held in June. Commissioner Chmiel reported on the May 14,1993 meeting, giving the statistics for 3,064 noon meals served in April, with an average donation of $1 -38; Home meals delivered 902 delivered, with an average donation of $2.88. The current balance on hand at the end of April is $2,714.77. The Sunshine Committee sent five get-well cards, and 1 sympathy card. 86 seniors attended the April dance. Project Council discussed possible special plans: A BBQ on the patio for 4th of July celebration, a best patriotic costume contest, a "bring a guest" contest with a gift for the person bringing the most guests. A $100 flower allowance was approved for flowers in the dining room. SENIOR COORDINATOR'S REPORT: Sue Spickard reported on special activities held at the Center: The "Spring Fling" fashion show held on April 3rd was a huge success with over 100 people in attendance. It was, therefore, decided to make it an annual event. On April 19 Dr. Sebastian, Chiropractor, offered a presentation on "Aging Without Arthritis" which over 100 seniors attended. On May 17 the "Swinging Rockerettes" dance troupe entertained to a standing-room only crowd. On May 24 over 50 Seniors attended the Buena Vista Audubon Society presentation on "Birds and Wildlife in our Local Lagoons." June 2 was the start of Beginning and Intermediate Tap Dancing Classes with 18 seniors signed up for each class. June 21 will start a monthly travel log called the "Magical, Mystical Tour" using the large screen video projector. July 8 will begin the "Body Movements and Creative Dance" classes. The Annual Ice Cream Social is scheduled for July 11 at Magee Park. June 3, 1993 SENIOR COMMISSION Page 4 Ms. Spickard reported that the 25-passenger mini bus is being utilized more frequently for other than bringing seniors to and from the center for lunch. Recently the mini bus was used to take a group to Borrego to see the desert blooming; also took a group to Lawrence Welk to enjoy a show and buffet lunch. A trip is scheduled for a Saturday to the San Diego Museum of History. Ms. Spickard reported that she was not successful in her presentation request from C.D.B.G. hearings to obtain $40,000 toward the purchase of a replacement van. She said that C.D.B.G had many requests. Ms. Spickard said that she has been notified by the City that they will be replacing that vehicle and she is presently reviewing the specs for the new van and the next step is to go to City Council for pemission to go out to bid. Sue Spickard reported that Marolyn Hile has been permanently appointed as the full-time Nutrition Site Manager, effective June 7. Ms. Spickard reported that she has been busy working on budgets and budget revisions. CHAIRPERSON'S REPORT: Chairman Heard commented that he participated as a representative of the Senior Commission on the C.D.B.G. review panel from which Sue Spickard had requested $40,000. He said that they had only just $80,000 to give and 40 agencies making requests for money. He added that there seemed to be more needy and pressing requests on the facility use side, compared to the Senior Center's request. Chairman Heard stated that Ms. Spickard did make an excellent presentation. He added that he was happy to hear the City found a way to finance the replacement van. No items were reported for next agenda. ADJOURNMENT: By proper motion, the Regular Meeting of June 3, 1993, was adjourned at 1:40 pm. Respectfully submitted, MARYANN THEIS Secretary