HomeMy WebLinkAbout2020-01-14; City Council; Resolution 2020-010RESOLUTION NO. 2020-010
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE SENIOR COMMISSION WORK PLAN FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2019-20.
WHEREAS, Chapter 2.15 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code (CMC) requires that each board or
commission provide to the City Council for its approval an annual work plan of activities to be
undertaken by the board or commission; and
WHEREAS, at the January, February, March, May and June Senior Commission Meetings, Parks
& Recreation staff and the chief innovation officer assisted with the preparation of a work plan for fiscal
year 2019-20 that is consistent with the duties of the Senior Commission under CMC Chapter 2.38; and
WHEREAS, the Senior Commission's mission is to champion an age-inclusive environment that
promotes wellness, vitality and education that leads to a vibrant quality of life; and
WHEREAS, on June 6, 2019, the Senior Commission unanimously accepted and recommended
City Council approval of the Senior Commission Work Plan for FY 2019-20.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, as
follows:
1. That the above recitations are true and correct.
2. That the City Council of the City of Carlsbad approves the Senior Commission Work Plan
for FY 2019-20, attached hereto as Attachment A.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Carlsbad on the 14th day of January 2020, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES: Hall, Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Schumacher.
NAYS: None.
ABSENT: None.
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I. Mission Statement
City of Carlsbad
Senior Commission Work Plan
Fiscal Year 2019-2020
ATTACHMENT A
The Mission of the Senior Commission is to champion an age-inclusive environment that promotes
wellness, vitality and education that leads to a vibrant quality of life.
II. Composition
Consistent with Chapter 2.38 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, the Senior Commission shall consist of five
members appointed by the mayor with the approval of the city council. Members shall serve four-year
terms. The Senior Commission shall have the responsibility to make recommendations to the city council
and to advise the city council on the special needs and concerns of seniors, including the creation,
operation, maintenance, management and control of senior programs, activities and facilities. The Senior
Commission shall be authorized to and may receive donations, gifts, legacies, endowments or bequests
made to the city or to the commission for or on behalf of the city. All donations, gifts, legacies,
endowments or bequests so received by the commission shall be turned over to the city treasurer and
shall be kept in a special fund to be designated as the senior fund. All moneys in the fund shall be used for
promotion, supervision and operation of senior programs. No moneys in the fund shall be spent without
prior council authorization.
Ill. FY 2019-2020 Goals & Tasks
The Senior Commission will focus on the following FY 2019-20 Goals and Tasks:
1. Determine the needs of Adults 50+.
a. Needs Assessment/Master Plan
b. Formal annual assessment and feedback loop
c. Informal feedback from staff and volunteers throughout the year
2. Support the City of Carlsbad Age-Friendly initiative.
a. Promote with City of Carlsbad communication tools
b. Align with internal and external organizations
3. Create Adult 50+ opportunities and collaborations beyond the Senior Center.
a. Public sites to include parks, community centers and libraries
b. Private locations such as theaters and senior communities
c. Educate through universities, hospitals, nonprofits and other organizations, utilizing
technology tools
4. Increase social inclusion, enhance connectivity and minimize isolation.
a. Foster technology friendly experiences
b. Offer intergenerational programs
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c. Increase transportation to senior services
d. Marketing adults 50+ services
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