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September 2,1993 (Regular Meeting) .
1:15 p.m.
CARLSBAD SENIOR CENTER
CALL TO ORDER:
Chairman Heard called the Meeting to order at 1:15 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Present:
Absent: Commissioner Whittaker.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Chairman Heard.
Commissioners Heard, Chmiel, MacEnery and Zink.
MATTERS FROM THE PUBLIC:
Maurice Kimball, 1623 James Drive, stated that his upcoming 50th wedding anniversary certificate will be
presented by Mayor Lewis’ Secretary.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
On motion by Commissioner Chmiel, the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held August 5, 1993, were
approved as presented.
AYES: Chmiel, MacEnery and Zink
ABSTAIN: Heard
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES:
Sue Spickard reported that one of the goals of the Commission is to issue brochure on fund raising. This
will include information on the different ways that seniors can make a donation to the Center or to the
Senior trust fund. There have been special meetings about this brochure, and on last Monday, each
Commissioner came to the meeting with a volume of information for what they felt should be included
in the brochure. At that meeting, it was decided to turn all this material over to Sue Spickard for her
perusal. Ms. Spickard will condense and compile the material and bring back a draft to the Commission
for review.
Ms. Spickard requested that this item be continued to the next Commission meeting, at which time she
hopes to have a draft document ready for Commission review.
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UTlUZAllON OF SENIOR CITIZEN TRUST FUNDS:
Sue Spickard reported that at the present time there is a total of $23,100.00 in the {rust fund available for
utilization. The City budget continues to shrink, and it will be necessary to come to the Commission to
assist with the cost of some expenses for the Center,
Ms. Spickard stated that a radio is needed for the new van. At the time the City was requesting bids for
the van, Ms. Spickard attempted to include a radio, but was told that was not an appropriate item.
The old radio that was in the van that was replaced was taken out of that van and will be installed in the
mini bus.
Ms. Spickard said that with this Commission’s approval, a new radio can be purchased for the new van,
and that will ensure ongoing communication.
A new radio will cost approximately $1,369.00, plus tax.
Ms. Spickard stated that there are expenditures coming up that will need to come out of the trust fund.
The Volunteer Celebration is paid for out of the trust fund and that usually costs approximately $2,000.
The Senior Association usually offers some funds for that party. Also, there has been discussion about
re-designing the reception area at the Center, and if the Commission wants to proceed with that, funds
will need to come from the trust fund.
Another item that may have to come out of the trust fund is funding for the sandwiches provided for the
home-delivered meals. This item is being considered at the present time as an item to remove from the
City’s budget for the Center. This would be approximately $5,000.
ACTION: On motion by Commissioner Chmiel, the Senior Commission allocated funds from
the trust fund necessary to purchase a new radio for the new van.
AYES: Heard, Chmiel, MacEnery and Zink
ACTION: On motion by Commissioner Zink, the Senior Commission allocated funds from
the trust fund necessary to fund the Volunteer Celebration.
AYES: Heard, Chmiel, MacEnery and Zink
VOLUNTEER CELEBRATION:
Commissioner Zink reported that the Volunteer Celebration Committee held a meeting on Monday,
August 30, 1993, and agreed to have the celebration at the Raintree Restaurant on Friday,
November 12, 1993. There will be a social hour from 530 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., with refreshments.
There will be a ‘no host‘ bar available, and dinner will be served from 6:OO p.m. to 7:OO p.m.
Music for listening or dancing will be provided by the Golden Tones.
Ms. Spickard stated that the deadline for reservations is November 8,1993.
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GERICOS:
Sue Spickard gave an update on the golf tournament, stating that it will be Septerpber 18. Gerico's feel
that there will be 72 golfers in the tournament. Prizes are slow coming in this year, because of the
economy. Ms. Spickard asked the Commissioners to help get prizes if they know of any one who might
be willing to donate prizes for the golfers. The promotional gifts are easier to get, and there have been
T-shirts and other items donated for the 'goodie bags'.
Ms. Spickard stated that the dinner tickets went on sale yesterday, Wednesday, September 1 , 1993, and
she expects'this to be a difficult year for selling those as well. Ms. Spickard again asked the
Commissioners to help sell dinner tickets. They are $5.00 each, and are good for a dinner at Gerico's
or $5.00 off of lunch or dinner at Koko Beach. Ms. Spickard stated that Commissioner Chmiel is an
excellent ticket-seller, being one of the top sellers at the Center, and Ms. Spickard expressed her
appreciation for Commissioner Chmiel's good efforts.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Suaclestion Committee
Commissioner MacEnery reported on the following suggestions:
Suggestion: Security at the Center. A car was broken into a year ago and now a new car was
scratched.
Answer: It is impractical to provide a securtty guard. However, the request has been
made to have City police provide more frequent surveillance of the facility and
parking area.
Suggestion: Lunch tables set up outdoors. Luau was great.
Answer: Outdoor seating will be available during special events. Outdoor seating on a
daily basis will be discussed with the volunteers and be considered on a trial
basis one day per week.
Suggestion: Request for a square dance class.
Answer: An interest list will be started immediately, and if there is sufficient interest, staff
will investigate finding a caller/instructor.
Suggestion: Request for a photo of the Friday bridge session to post on board by bridge
room.
Answer: This will be done, as all activities are displayed on a rotating basis.
Suggestion: The air conditioning in the Art Room is too cold.
Answer: The air conditioning unit is waiting for a sensor to arrive.
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Nutrition Proiect Liaison
Commissioner Chmiel reported on the August Nutrition Project Council meeting a? follows:
During August, 2,779 meals were served; with an average donation of $1.60. The total home meals
delivered in August, 1,003, with an average donation of $2.97.
Commissioner Chmiel reported on the District 5 Project Council meeting August 54, in Vista.
meeting will be September 23, and will be in Escondido.
The next
Sunshine Committee activities, dance and luau attendance were discussed, and election of officers was
held. A decision was made to use all the tables in the dining room and to pass out cups at the time
coffee and water are poured to prevent waste.
SENIOR COORDINATORS REPORT:
Sue Spickard reported that the luau was a big success, with 263 seniors attending. The audience
members got up and danced to the music and everyone seemed to have a good time. Ms. Spickard
thanked Jean Ballard for the wonderful decorations in the dining room and patio. It was a very successful
event, with Mayor Lewis and Council Member Nygaard attending. Events of this type will be continued,
with an Octoberfest coming up next month.
Ms. Spickard detailed the trips and events held in August and stated that during this month the classes
and activities will resume their normal schedules. Activities include a guided walk tour of the Gaslamp
District in San Diego; a trip to Big Bear, and on September 23, a troop of seniors called the Sunshine
Players will be at the Center to entertain with comedy acts and readings. The beginning bridge class and
ballroom dance class will start during September, as well as the regular classes.
Ms. Spickard stated that Sam Owens will join staff as a driver, and this will relieve the two drivers that are
doing all the driving at the present time.
CHAIRMAN’S REPORT:
Chairman Heard thanked everyone for the get well wishes while he was confined and recuperating.
ITEMS FOR NDCT AGENDA:
Goals and Objectives for the fund raising brochure. Commissioners should contact Sue Spickard with
any items for the agenda.
ADJOURNMEM:
By proper motion, the Regular Meeting of September 2, 1993, was adjourned at 1:47 p.m.
Minutes Clerk