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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-06-07; Senior Commission; MinutesC c Minutes of: SENIOR COMMISSION Time of Meeting: 9:00 A.M. Date of Meeting June 7, 2005 Place of Meeting: Senior Center CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Ricker called the Regular Meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. ROLL CALL Present: Ricker, Nelson, O'Connell, Savary and Surridge Absent: None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIENCE Led by Commissioner O'Connell. ANNOUNCMENTS None APPROVAL OF MINUTES ACTION: On motion by Vice Chairperson O'Connell, the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held on May 3, 2005 were approved. AYES: Ricker, Nelson, O'Connell, Savary and Surridge NOES: None ABSTAIN: APPROVAL OF AGENDA ACTION: On motion by Chairperson Ricker, the Agenda for June 7, 2005 was approved. AYES: Ricker, Nelson, O'Connell, Savary and Surridge NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None CONSENT CALENDAR 1. AB #0305-1 SUMMARY REPORT Commission received, accepted and approved Summary Report of the May 3, 2005 Senior Commission Meeting. COMMITTEE/COUNCIL REPORTS: Cynthia Torrie, Senior Recreation Leader addressed the Commission regarding Senior Safari excursions to Indian casinos. From 1997-2005 there has been a total of 22 Indian casino trips. Torrie said the trips are affordable and requested by the seniors. Torrie includes lunch and plenty of time for shopping not just gambling. The trips are always sold out and usually have a waitlist of 25 people. Torrie said many of the Senior Centers in North County go once a month to the casinos. Motion was made by Commissioner Nelson to make an action item on the agenda for next commission meeting. Lori Swenck, Recreation Area Manager, reminded the Commission of the Ice Cream Social and a newly added attraction, Street Rod & Car Show. Swenck invited the Commissioners to participate as judges for this new event. The Ice Cream Social and Street Rod and Car Show will be held at McGee Park on Sunday, July 17, 2005 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Due to a lack of agenda items, the Senior Commission Meeting scheduled for July 7, 2005 has been canceled. ADJOURNMENT By proper motion, Regular Meeting of June 7, 2005 was adjourned at 9:25 a.m. to Magee Park Ice Cream Social celebration July 17, 2005. AYES: Ricker, Nelson, O'Connell, Savary and Surridge NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None ^ Respectfully Submitted, C Kris Westland Secretary SENIOR COMMISSION - AGENDA BILL AB#0605-1 MTG. DATE: 06-07-05 STAFF:SWENCK TITLE: SUMMARY REPORT INFO ACTION RECOMMENDED ACTION: Accept, approve and file. ITEM EXPLANATION: Attached is the Summary Report of May 3, 2005 Senior Commission Meeting. EXHIBITS: 1. May 3, 2005 Senior Commission Meeting Summary Report. May 3, 2005 TO: MAYOR LEWIS MAYOR PRO TEM HALL CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS KULCHIN, PACKARD, SIGAFOOSE FROM: RECREATION AREA MANAGER, SENIOR CENTER SUMMARY REPORT OF THE MAY 3, 2005 SENIOR COMMISSION MEETING CONSENT CALENDAR The consent calendar was unanimously approved (5-0). 1. AB #0503-1 SUMMARY REPORT - The Commission approved the Summary Report of the March 1, 2005 Senior Commission meeting. DEPARTMENT REPORTS 2. AB #0503-2 PRESENTATION ON CITY-WIDE TRAILS - The Commission received a presentation from City Park Planner, Liz Ketabian on the status of city-wide trails in Carlsbad. 3. AB #0503-3 PRESENTATION ON PARK DEVELOPMENT- The Commission received a presentation from City Park Planner, Scott Bradstreet on the status of park development within the City of Carlsbad. LORI E. SWENCK c: City Manager Assistant City Manager Department Heads Recreation Services Manager Commission Staff Liaisons SENIOR COMMISSION - AGENDA BILL AB#0605-2 MTG. DATE: 06-07-05 STAFF:SWENCK TITLE: RECEIPT OF DONATION INFO ACTION RECOMMENDED ACTION: Receive donation and recommend acceptance by City Manager. ITEM EXPLANATION: In support and appreciation for Estee Cooper's Tap & Jazz Dance Class offered at the Senior Center, participant Mrs. Thais Jean Leavitt has donated $100.00 to the Carlsbad Senior Center. The donation has been deposited into the Senior Center Trust Account #14345675651 and will benefit Senior Center activities and programs. O O g CO (0 oo EXHIBITS: 1 . Thank you letter to Mrs. Thais Jean Leavitt. June 7, 2005 TO: CITY MANAGER FROM: RECREATION AREA MANAGER DONATIONS TO SENIOR CENTER TRUST The Senior Center has collected a donation of $100 from Mrs. Thais Jean Leavitt to be deposited into the Senior Center Trust Account. The donation totaling $100 was presented to and received by the Senior /—- Commission. In accordance with Carlsbad Municipal Code 2.08.100, "delegation of authority to accept donations," the donation is being forwarded to you for your acceptance. A thank you letter has been sent by the Senior Center. LORI E. SWENCK c: Recreation Director Recreation Services Manager City of Carlsbad May 18, 2005 Mrs. Thais Jean Leavitt 1220 Rue St. Jean Lake San Marcos, CA 92069-07231 Dear Mrs. Leavitt, On behalf of the Carlsbad Senior Center thank you for your generous donation of $100.00 in honor of Estee Cooper's work in the tap dance class. Thanks to the generosity of people like you, the Center enjoys numerous activities and programs that might otherwise not be possible. We appreciate your thoughtfulness in donating to the Carlsbad Senior Center. Sincerely Lori E. Swenck Recreation Area Manager 799 Pine Avenue « Carlsbad, California 92008-2428 « (760) 602-4650 • FAX (760) 434-4206 Date: May 19, 2005 To: Lori Swenck From: Cynthia Torrie SUBJECT: INDIAN CASINO TRIPS Not all of the Senior Centers around San Diego County have travel/trip departments. However, those Centers that do plan trips for the Seniors to many of the Indian Casinos around the County. In addition most of these Centers also arrange trips to Las Vegas and to Laughlin at least once a year. The trips to the Indian Casino's are always some of the most popular events and are always "sold out" with a waiting list on every trip at all of the Centers of at least 30 people. This was confirmed in my contact with the other Senior Centers travel departments around San Diego County. One of the reasons for the popularity of the Casino trips is that the cost of these trips are affordable to most of the Seniors, and average from $5.00 - $12.00 per person before any coupons or money back is received. The Casino furnishes the bus, usually include a lunch buffet coupon, and many times gives the Seniors $5.00 cash back on their arrival. A downside to the trips to the Indian Casino's is that they want and almost demand a "manifest" of the expected visitors before the date of the trip. This is a problem that we all seemed to experience; but we all make it clear to the Seniors that any of the additional information is strictly voluntary. The Indian Casino's Most Frequented: VIEJAS PALA PECHANGA SYCUAN HARRAH'S BARONA PALMA VALLEY VIEW Senior Centers In Survey: CARLSBAD ENCINITAS ESCONDIDO JOSLYN SENIOR CENTER OCEANSIDE VISTA Some of the Senior Centers now go through travel agencies for any trip arrangements. Some of the Senior Centers have trips to the Indian Casinos at least once a month. Our log of trips since 1997 is as follows: One trip to BARONA May 1, 1997 (45 sold / 30 on waitlist) One trip to VIEJAS July 24, 1997 (45 sold / 30 on waitlist) One trip to PECHANGA Feb. 25, 1998 (45 sold / 40 on waitlist) One trip to VIEJAS Nov. 18, 1998 (45 sold / 35 on waitlist) Two trips to PECHANGA Jan. 31, 1999 & June 1,1999 (45 sold / 30 on waitlist) One trip to VIEJAS April 28, 1999 (45 sold / 30 on waitlist) Two trips to VIEJAS Jan. 14, 2000 & Sept. 21, 2000 (45 sold / 30 on waitlist) One trip to PECHANGA June 8, 2000 (45 sold / 32 on waitlist) Two trips to VIEJAS Feb. 13, 2001 & Oct. 29, 2001 (45 sold / 30 on waitlist) One trip VALLEY VIEW June 18, 2001 (45 sold / 40 on waitlist) One trip to PAUMA August 2, 2001 (45 sold / 30 on waitlist) One trip to Pala Sept. 13, 2001 (45 sold / 25 waitlist) One trip to SYCUAN (45 sold / 30 waitlist Jan. 3, 2002 One trip to PECHANGA August 1, 2002 (45 sold/35 waitlist) One trip to VIEJAS Nov. 21,2002 (45 sold 730 waitlist) Carlsbad Senior Center Indian Casino Trips, cont'd. One trip to HARRAH'S Jan. 16, 2003 (45 sold / 25 on waitlist) One trip to BARONA June 18, 2003 (45 sold / 25 on waitlist) One trip to SYCUAN FOR THE TONY ORLANDO SHOW (45 sold / 30 on waitlist) August 14,2003 One trip to VIEJAS Oct. 30,2003 (45.sold 725 on waitlist) One trip to SYCUAN FOR THE KINGSTON TRIO SHOW (45 sold / 20 on waitlist) May 20, 2004 One trip to VIEJAS Nov. 18, 2004 (45 sold / 30 waitlist) The Casino's do not like to send more than one bus so to keep the price affordable we do take care to fit within their restrictions as to how many Seniors per trip. In addition, we do plan a two-night, three-day trip to Laughlin, Nevada and a two-night, three- day trip to Las Vegas, Nevada. Both of these trips are annual trips that are very popular and always sold out (45) and always with a waitlist of at least 25. I hope that this information will show that the Senior Centers around San Diego County do try to plan fun yet affordable trips for as many of the Seniors as possible. Trips to the Museums, Military/Naval Facilities, Musical Theater, Architectural Tours, Tour of Gardens and Animal Parks are on the average of $55.-$70 per person, and that is the "Senior" Price discount. Carlsbad Senior Center Nutrition Project Council Minutes of the meeting from May 12,2005 I. Meeting called to order at 9:OOAM by Acting Chairperson, Joan McCormick. Nutrition Coordinator County Coordinator Senior Center Activities Coordinator Guest a. Members present: i. Ed Diamond ii. Charles Donnelly iii. Chuck Coleman iv. Sandra Rose v. Jean Willmann vi. Sharon Carewe vii. Joan McCormick II. Reading of previous minutes a. Minutes were read and approved III. Nutrition Coordinators Report a. Ed Diamond stated the current Senior Center Coordinator, Laurie, will be leaving and will be replaced by Gail Lyn on June 1,2005. Ed stated that shelf meals might begin by late spring or early summer. A salad cart is also being considered as an alternative lunch for the senior center. Ed also praised the volunteer program and thanked Joan Smith and Joan McCormick for their decorating the dinning area. IV. County Representative Report a. Charles Donnelly reported to the committee that he attended die counties Senior Center Representative Meeting. There were 32 people present representing San Diego County. The next meeting will be held on July 21, 2005 at the Encinitas Senior Center. Shelf meals that meet the California Senior Staples/Federal guidelines were discussed. Charles pointed out that Ramona is currently operating a self-serve salad bar. This would be a good alternative to the lunches being served at present. Charles stated the Ramona Senior center operates an onsite thrift shop (donated items). The profit from this store goes directly to the senior center. The past quarters profits were $5800.00. Approximately $20,000.00 a year is generated by the thrift shop. V. Senior Commissions Report: a. No Report VI. Committee Reports: a. Well wishers i. Thank you and condolence cards I. sunshine lady - no report b. Special Events i. Dances will continue as scheduled ii. Refreshments - Fashion show 1. Sandwiches and desserts c. Fund raisers ^ i. Fashion show May 19 ii. Hot Rod Show July 17th VII. Discussion a. Complaint i. Roast beef was overcooked ii. Praise was heard for the taco meat b. Jean Willmann stated that the fashion show could accommodate 80 people. She said door prized and gift certificates will be given away. c. It was also suggested that we need to appoint a person who will be the representative for the senior commission report. d. Jean Willmann expressed an interest, but was hesitant due to transportation concerns. VIII. Old Business a. Chuck Coleman reported on the upcoming "Antique Car and Hot Rod Show" scheduled for July 17,2005 from 1200 PM to 4:00 PM. It is the Golden Anniversary of the hot rods and the classic cars. There will be 25 cars on display at the St. Joseph by the Sea Parish lot, which was rented out. Also some cars will be on display at McGee Park. There will also be an art show, vendors, food, and music. Chuck also stated the Mayor's 1940 car may be entered. b. Chuck also stated next years Health Fair and Ice Cream Social would be combined. This even will be held at the Senior Center. It is being planned for July, August, or September. Lastly, the monthly dances are scheduled for the first Thursday of each month. IX. New Business a. Joan McCormick suggested holding a swap meet as a fundraiser event. The event would be held at the Senior Center, spaces could rent for $5.00. All proceeds would be paid to the Senior Center. The center could sell the drinks and refreshments to enhance the profit. It was suggested it be held in the parking lot for 3-4 hours. b. Sandra Rose, sales representative for Secure Horizons, stated she might be able to donate desserts once a month for the center. Sandra stated that the Carlsbad Village Pie Restaurant would donate pies for a period of one year. Charles Donnely suggested a more healthy dessert should be considered, such as frozen yogurt. c. It was decided that on May 17th, apple pie would be served for approximately 100 people. There are 8 slices per pie. It was suggested that peach pie be served the following month. d. Sandra Rose requested the names and phone number list of the lunch guests. This information will be used for a raffle. Ed Diamond objected to the idea. e. Sandra Rose explained the Silver Snickers Program. It is a free program for seniors. An Instructor from Secure Horizons will come to the Senior Center and offer a 10-minute course on exercises that can be done while sitting or standing. f. Joan McCormick clarified that all suggestions or requests must be approved by Laurie or Ed Diamond before being implemented. Sandra Rose expressed she will approach the new S.C. Director with her requests. X. A motion to adjourn was made by Joan Willmann and seconded by Sharon Carewe. The meeting was adjourned at 10:30 AM. Respectfully submitted, Joan McCormick Acting Secretary