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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSC Agenda: 04/01/2021CITY OF ARCADIA Senior Citizens Commission Regular Meeting Agenda F �,yronm4 cO00°°1q °tA°fid Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 4:00pm Location: Virtual Meeting COVID-19 NOTICE As part of the City of Arcadia's COVID-19 transmission mitigation efforts, Arcadia Senior Citizens Commission Meetings are closed to the public. Pursuant to Executive Order N-25-20 and the Brown Act, the Arcadia Senior Citizens Commission will meet virtually. The public is welcome to listen to Arcadia Senior Citizens Commission by calling 1-669-900-6833, Meeting ID:96929272219 Passcode:039461. How to Submit Public Comment: Citizens who wish to submit public comment may do so using one of the following methods. Public comment is limited to the time and words allotted. 1. Email: Please submit your comments via email to ccheung6d�arcadiaca.gov so that it is received at least 30 minutes prior to the posted meeting time. Your email must be 300 words or less. 2. Phone: A conference line has been established for public comment. Your call will be recognized in the order it was received. Please keep your phone on MUTE until you are recognized for public comment. Conference Line: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 969 2927 2219 Passcode:039461 Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons with a disability who require a disability related modification or accommodation in order to participate in a meeting, including auxiliary aids or services, may request such modification or accommodation from the Recreation and Community Services at (626) 574-5113. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to the meeting. (626) 574-5113. 48 Pursuant to the City of Arcadia's Language Access Services Policy, limited -English proficient speakers who require translation services in order to participate in a meeting may request the use of a volunteer or professional translator by contacting the City Clerk's Office at (626) 574-5455 at least 72 hours prior to the meeting. Egi� : 626-574- 5455) 72 /J%A-V�EfiWJ* Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the Senior Citizen Commission regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection at the Arcadia Recreation Department, 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia, California, during normal business hours. CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL: Donna Salter, Chairperson Marilyn Mazone, Vice -Chairperson Charlene Martinez, Commission Member Ralph Martinez, Commission Member Kathrynn Penny, Commission Member Nilo Salazar, Commission Member SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS (5 MINUTE TIME LIMIT PER PERSON) Any individual wishing to speak before the Senior Citizen Commission is limited to five (5) minutes per person, unless waived by the Senior Citizen Commission. Under the Brown Act, the Senior Citizen Commission is prohibited from discussing or taking action on any item not listed on the posted agenda. The matter may automatically be referred to staff for appropriate response or action or may be placed on the agenda of a future meeting. REPORTS FROM SENIOR CITIZEN COMMISSIONERS REPORT FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBER LIAISON 2. CONSENT CALENDAR All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and can be acted on by one roll call vote. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless members of the Commission, staff, or the public request that a specific item be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion and action. a. Approve the regular meeting minutes of January 7, 2021. Recommended Action: Approve 3. REGULAR ITEMS a. Report of Recreation Supervisor b. Report of Recreation and Community Services Director ADJOURNMENT The Senior Citizen Commission will adjourn to a virtual meeting on Thursday, July 1, 2021 at 4:00pm via Zoom. SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Thursday, January 7, 2021 SENIOR COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER — Chairperson Salter called the meeting to order at 4:07pm via Zoom. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Chairperson Salter ROLL CALL OF COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Charlene Martinez, Ralph Martinez, Marilyn Mazone, Nilo Salazar, Donna Salter EXCUSED: Kathrynn Penny A motion was made by Chairperson Salter seconded by Vice -Chairperson Mazone and unanimously carried to excuse Commissioner Penny. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS Assistant Director of Recreation and Community Services (ADRCS) Candice Cheung reported there is a correction on the Agenda dated January 7, 2021. Under Adjournment, it states: The Senior Citizen Commission will adjourn this meeting to April 1, 2021 at 4:00pm in the Recreation Conference Room, 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia. The correct information should have stated the meeting will be virtual through Zoom. The second correction is under the Staff Report dated January 7, 2021. It states 56 in attendance under Virtual Presentations. The correct number of attendees was 52. 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS - None REPORTS FROM SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSIONERS Commissioner Salazar, representative of the Golden Age Club said he is doing well and is hoping COVID-19 will end soon in order to be able to go outdoors. He hopes things will get back to normal days so he can make future plans. Commissioner R. Martinez, Member at Large, is doing well and is requesting vaccination information be communicated as soon as the information is available. Commissioner C. Martinez, representative of the Assistance League reported the Arcadia Realtor Board donated a generous amount of money to the Assistance League. An artist donated a picture worth over $4,000. Commissioner C. Martinez reported Operation School Bell continues to serve the community by donating Old Navy gift cards to students to shop for clothes. Operation School Bell also donated $100 gift cards to families. For the new year, they are giving away 462 Staples gifts cards to schoolteachers and staff, including a personal note of encouragement for each person. Commissioner C. Martinez reported the Bargain Box is planning to open in February. Donations will be accepted at that time. Chairperson Salter was happy to report she was the lucky iPad winner for the Silver Circle drawing. Chairperson Salter reported Waste Management is no longer calling residents regarding late trash pick-up. She hopes they will do so in the future. Vice -Chairperson Mazone, representative of the Travelers Club reported the Travelers Club continues to have virtual meetings. All trips have been canceled at this time, however there are two trips lined up for 2021. The first one is scheduled on May 23, 2021 to the Pantages Theater. The second trip is scheduled for July 22, 2021 to the Hilton Hotel for a Neil Diamond Tribute. Vice -Chairperson Mazone reported a total of 245 membership fees were waived for 2021. REPORT FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBER LIAISON Council Member Tom Beck reported that Waste Management sent him an email notification regarding the trash situation. Unfortunately, there are not enough drivers for trash pick-up due to some of the drivers having COVID-19. He also received a notification from the City of Arcadia, with the same notification indicating there will be a modified schedule each week for trash pick- up. Council Member Beck reported the next City Council Meeting will be held on January 19, 2021. Council Member Beck said there is a new development project at the location by 150 N. Santa Anita, north of Denny's. Council Member Beck reported the project will have condominiums built by Positive Investments. The project will include 319 living units with seven stories, and 170 parking spots. The building will take approximately two years before they commence construction and about two years to complete it. Council Member Beck reported in the near future a request for proposal will be sent out to build townhomes at the Arcadia Par 3 Golf Course. This will take a few years to get started but the proceeds can be used to pay down unfunded City liabilities. 2. CONSENT CALENDAR a. Regular meeting minutes of October 1, 2020. Recommended Action: Approve It was moved by Commissioner R. Martinez, seconded by Commissioner C. Martinez and carried on roll call vote to approve consent calendar item 2.a. AYES: Commissioners R. Martinez, C. Martinez, Salter, Mazone, Salazar NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioner Penny ABSTAIN: None 3. REGULAR ITEMS a. Report of Recreation Supervisor Recreation Supervisor (RS) Gina Hernandez reported during the week of November 9, Senior Services Staff delivered 42 gifts of gratitude to Arcadia Veterans for their time and services to our Country. Everyone was in good spirits and happy to see familiar faces. On Wednesday, November 25, 169 warm meals were distributed to Arcadia Seniors in a drive-thru manner. It was great to see Community Center participants. Although it was a brief drive-thru, smiles were abundant. On December 3, the Community Center held its first Drive -In Bingo event. There were 50 participants registered and each sat inside their vehicles and played five bingo games. The event was a success and participants said they can't wait for the next Bingo events scheduled for February 5, April 2, and June 11. RS Hernandez reported the Community Center will have virtual presentations on the following dates: January 12, Home Fit; January 19, Sleep Disorders; February 9, Fraud Watch. Pre -registration is required by calling the Community Center. b. Report of Recreation and Community Services Director Recreation and Community Services Director (RCSD) Sara Somogyi wished everyone a Happy New Year and thanked everyone for participating in the Zoom meeting. RCSD Somogyi reported the City of Arcadia is currently working with the County of Los Angeles and the rest of the Country to hopefully get the COVID-19 vaccine to Arcadia soon. The COVID-19 vaccine is only being administered to first responders at this time. RCSD Somogyi reported there is no information on the COVID-19 vaccine or how it will be administered to seniors or the general public. It will be handled through the Department of Health Services. RCSD Somogyi reported the Recreation and Community Center staff have been trained as a Medical Point of Dispensing Site by Los Angeles County. RCSD Somogyi said there is still no set date for the opening of the Community Center, however, the department will continue to reach out to seniors and assist with their shopping needs and any other services they inquire about. ADJOURNMENT Chairperson Salter adjourned the meeting at 5:05pm to April 1, 2021 at 4:00pm via Zoom. Chairperson Donna Salter Secretary Gina Hernandez 9 %e i DATE: April 1, 2021 STAFF REPORT Recreation and Community Services Department TO: Honorable Chairperson and Members of the Senior Citizen Commission FROM: Sara Somogyi, Director of Recreation and Community Services`:';` Submitted by: Gina Hernandez, Recreation Supervisor SUBJECT: Senior Services, Programs & Activities January, February & March 2021 Arcadia Senior Services play an integral part in the wellness of the senior community. The multitude of programs, services, and activities offered supports the healthy and independent lifestyle of the participants. A brief description with program attendance is listed below. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION ATTENDANCE Home Fit On Tuesday, January 12, a free virtual presentation was Virtual held on ideas and inspiration on making modifications 14 Presentation from simple fixes to more complex solutions to the home. Presented by AARP. On Tuesday, January 19, a free virtual presentation was Sleep Disorders held on how sleep is necessary for proper brain function. Virtual Dr. linuma, from Methodist Hospital explained the 62 Presentation different types of sleep disorders, evaluations, and treatments. On Friday, February 5, seniors enjoyed the Drive-in Drive-in Valentine's Bingo event at the Community Center. Valentine's Everyone received five game sheets, highlighters, hand 46 Bingo sanitizer, and a snack. A few lucky winners drove away with a gift card. Fraud Watch On Tuesday, February 9, a free virtual presentation was Virtual held to inform seniors how to protect themselves from 13 Presentation fraud, scams, and how to safeguard against identity theft. Presented by California Health Advocate. Behaviors & On Friday, February 19, a free virtual presentation was Alzheimer's presented by Alzheimer's Los Angeles. Seniors learned Using IDEA how Alzheimer's disease causes behaviors that are hard 14 Virtual to understand, common dementia behaviors, and how to Presentation manse yproblern behaviors. Improve Mobility On Tuesday, February 23, a free virtual presentation was & Balance presented by Physical Therapist, Larry Nakamura from Virtual Methodist Hospital. Seniors learned about simple and 172 Presentation useful exercises that can help improve mobility and balance. St. Patrick's Day On Friday, March 19, seniors drove through the Arcadia Luncheon Community Center to pick up a traditional Irish Faire meal 105 and goodies to celebrate the holiday. Legal & On Friday, March 19, a free virtual presentation was Financial presented by Alzheimer's Los Angeles. Seniors learned Healthcare about decision making and the different types of Fraud paperwork to complete when it comes to wills, trusts, 39 Virtual advance directives, and powers of attorney. Presentation COVID-19 & On Tuesday, March 30 a free virtual presentation was Healthcare presented by California Health Advocates. Some of the Fraud topics discussed were Medicare, COVID-19 investment 68 Virtual scams, and how charitable giving scams work. Presentation Exercise plays a vital role in health and wellness. Virtual classes include line dance, cardio plus, and Zumba. Classes These virtual courses contribute to bone density 1,806 improvement, increased muscle strength, flexibility, the reduction of stress, and improved cardio. Wellness calls are made to seniors to chat and see how Senior Wellness they are doing. Seniors look forward to calls and have Calls developed a great relationship with staff. Total calls made 1,050 from January through March were 1,050. Monthly The $5 monthly bus pass can be mailed to seniors to Bus Pass provide a hassle -free way to purchase their pass. 8 TOTAL Cumulative of programs, services, and special events 3,397 Connection Total number of monthly newsletters distributed in 1,200 January, February, and March.