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Home My WebLink AboutSC Minutes: 06/01/2017 SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Thursday, June 1, 2017 SENIOR COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER - Chairperson Carter called the meeting to order at 4:00pm in the Arcadia Recreation Conference Room. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE —Administrative Assistant, Bani Antonacci ROLL CALL OF COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Miriam Carter, Anthony Leung, Joyce Platt, Steve Sherman, Angie Slemaker EXCUSED: John Dickey, Patsy Harbicht, Glynna Harper A motion was made by Commissioner Slemaker, seconded by Commissioner Sherman and unanimously carried to excuse Commissioners Dickey Harbicht and Harper. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS - None PUBLIC COMMENTS - None REPORTS FROM SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSIONERS Commissioner Sherman reported there are currently 16 members attending the Men's Club each week. Commissioner Sherman encourages new members to stop by and play card games or bridge. Commissioner Sherman reported this will be his last meeting, he has served four years on the Senior Citizens Commission. Commissioner Slemaker reported the Golden Age Club is doing well. Commissioner Slemaker reported the Golden Age Club has many new people attending. A total of 32 people attended the last meeting. The Golden Age Club meets every Thursday at 11am and annual dues is $10. Commissioner Platt thanked everyone for attending the Rotary Salute to Seniors Luncheon on May 9. Commissioner Platt was honored as the 2017 Senior of the Year. There were 270 guests in attendance. Commissioner Platt reported the Travelers Club nominating committee met and selected nominees for the 2018 officers and elections will be held in June. Commissioner Platt reported trips are going well. The Travelers enjoyed a trip to Fillmore on May 8 including a gondola ride, entertainment by gondoliers and lunch at Naples Rib Company. Commissioner Platt reported on upcoming trips: Lake Arrowhead on August 19, Big Bear Lake Paddlewheel on September 12 and Oktoberfest on September 17. Commissioner Platt reported on extended tours: Vienna and Christmas Markets River Cruise on December 3, Tropical Costa Rica on March 3, 2018, Rome and the country roads of Tuscany on March 13, 2018, and Paris in the Spring Burgundy & Provence River Cruise on April 30, 2018. Commissioner Platt reported guest speaker Ranger Kim Bossell was informative and entertaining at the Travelers meeting on May 26. Chairperson Carter reported this will be her last meeting and thanked everyone for the opportunity and the knowledge she has gained during her time on the Senior Citizens Commission. Chairperson Carter served four years on the Senior Citizens Commission. REPORT FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBER LIAISON Council Member Tom Beck reported there will be a Historical Walk in Downtown Arcadia on Saturday, June 3 from 11 am to 12pm. Council Member Beck reported there are many burglaries taking place in Arcadia and surrounding cities. Burglars are targeting different homes where they believe they may find jewelry and money. Council Member Beck said burglars do not like to confront anyone or enter a home that is occupied, burglars will try to enter through a second story or master bedroom. Council Member Beck said burglars will crawl around if they notice motion detectors in a home. Council Member Beck reported he will attend the Lucky Baldwin Poker Tournament on June 10. The event is hosted by the Arboretum Foundation and raises funds to help preserve the magnificent landmark buildings of the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden. Council Member Beck reported the Arcadia City Council adopted an Unoccupied Residence Registration Ordinance which went into effect on May 25, 2017. Property owners are required to register two authorized agents with one local contact designated to be available on a 24-hour basis. The purpose of the registry is to protect neighbors from adverse effects of unoccupied homes that are not adequately maintained. 1. CONSENT CALENDAR a. Approve the regular meeting minutes of May 4, 2017. It was moved by Commissioner Sherman, seconded by Commissioner Slemaker and carried on roll call vote to approve consent calendar item 1.a. AYES: Commissioners Carter, Leung, Platt, Sherman, and Slemaker NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioners Dickey, Harbicht, Harper ABSTAIN: None 2. REGULAR ITEMS a. Staff Presentation Project Specialist (PS) Kathy Bernal from the Recreation and Community Services Department presented her areas of responsibility. PS Bernal is responsible for many of the senior special events held at the Community Center. A few of these events are: Timeless Melodies Foundation for Education, Bingo & Brunch, Senior Fashion Show, Patriotic Picnic, St. Patrick's Luncheon, Veteran's Luncheon, Evening of Music, Breakfast with Santa and many more programs. PS Bernal is responsible for monthly Blood Pressure Checks. Seniors can have their blood pressure checked at the Community Center every month by Arcadia Methodist Hospital. PS Bernal is responsible for organizing the monthly Parkinson's Support Group. This Parkinson's Support Group is for individuals with movement disorders and for family and friends interested in learning about Parkinson's disease. PS Bernal organizes monthly lectures provided by Methodist Hospital and she is also responsible for organizing the Cancer Patient Drop-in support groups. The cancer support groups are provided in English and Mandarin for patients seeking information, hope, strength and support from others going through the cancer experience. PS Bernal said she grew up in Arcadia, enjoys her job and is happy to report she has been working for the City of Arcadia for 17 years. b. Report of Recreation Supervisor Report on Activities held in May 2017 Recreation Supervisor (RS) Candice Cheung gave an update on events and seminars held in May. RS Cheung reported there are various senior seminars with interesting topics held at the Community Center throughout the year. May's topics were "Fix Your Broken Nest Egg", "Incapacity & Long-Term Care" and "Cancer Immunotherapy." RS Cheung reported the Rotary Salute to Seniors Luncheon was held on May 9. Bunco was held on May 19 with 48 participants in attendance. RS Cheung reported the lunch program averages 85 people per day. II. Report on Upcoming Activities for June 2017 RS Cheung reported guest speaker Dale Carter will be presenting on Arcadia Railroads during the senior lunch hour on June 5. RS Cheung reported the Evening of Music, Denim & Diamonds event will be held on June 16 at 4pm. The cost is $13 per person and includes dinner, music, and dancing. A patriotic picnic luncheon will be held on June 30. RS Cheung reported Mahjong is a very popular game and doing well. Participants meet three times per month and often meet on their own. c. Report of Recreation and Community Services Director Assistant Director of Recreation and Community Services (ADRCS) Ryan Wright thanked Commissioner Sherman and Carter for their time on the Senior Citizens Commission. ADRCS Wright reported he informed Transportation Services Manager, Linda Hui regarding the concerns the public and Commissioners have on Dial-A-Ride. ADRCS Wright said the City is aware and working to rectify the challenges it has with fixed routes and Dial-A-Ride services. ADRCS Wright reported Concerts in the Park begin Thursday, June 29 and Movies in the Park begin Friday, June 30. Both will take place at City Hall West Lawn. ADRCS Wright reported the City will celebrate its 114th birthday on Thursday, August 3 during National Night Out at the Concerts in The Park. A motion was made by Commissioner Slemaker, seconded by Commissioner Platt and unanimously carried to cancel the Senior Citizens Commission Meeting on July 6, 2017. ADJOURNMENT Chairperson Carter adjourned the meeting at 4:57pm to August 3, 2017 at 4:00pm in the Arcadia Recreation Conference Room located at 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia. By: /0 e.e. <Chairperson Candice Cheung Secretary