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Home My WebLink AboutSC Minutes: 03/03/22SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES MARCH 3, 2022 SENIOR COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER — Chairperson Salter called the meeting to order at 4:OOpm. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Commissioner Martinez ROLL CALL OF COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Michael Cao, Charlene Martinez, Marilyn Mazone, Kathrynn Penny, Nilo Salazar, Donna Salter, and Margaret Swope ABSENT: NONE EXCUSED: NONE SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS Jason Lee attended the meeting. He is a longtime resident of the City of Arcadia and said he is attending the meeting to get information and familiarize himself with what the City of Arcadia has to offer senior citizens. REPORTS FROM SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSIONERS Vice -Chairperson Mazone reported the Travelers Club held a board meeting on February 18. There was only one trip that took place in February. Club members enjoyed a day in Palm Springs. Vice -Chairperson Mazone reported on upcoming trips. On March 15, a trip to SoFi Stadium with lunch at Farmers Market will take place. On March 22, participants will visit Bowers Museum, shop, and have lunch in Downtown Disney. Travelers will be able to enjoy The Pageant of Our Lord on April 9, Alpacas and Knotts on April 14, and Saint and Sinners will take place on April 26. Vice -Chairperson Mazone reported the Travelers Club has a special Sunshine Report they put together each month where cards are mailed to those who need a sympathy card, a get -well card, or just a simple thinking of you card. Club members will notify the Travel Office of anyone in need of a card. The next Travelers board meeting will be held on March 17 and the general meeting will be held at the Community Center March 25. Commissioner Cao reported February was heart month and wanted to make sure everyone is taking care of their heart, eating healthy, and exercising. Commissioner Cao reported he offered a heart medical lecture via zoom and the link is available on the Methodist Hospital website. Commissioner Swope reported she is happy to see the advertisement in the Connection Newsletter regarding Musical Moments returning in April. Commissioner Swope said The Brighter Side Singers from Temple City High School are an amazing group to have perform at the Community Center. Commissioner Salazar reported Dr. Michael Cao will be a guest speaker at the Golden Senior Club next month. Vice -Chairperson Mazone informed Commissioner Salazar she would be happy to stop by as a guest speaker at the Golden Senior Club or any of the senior clubs. Commissioner Penny reported she was a Brighter Side Singer from Temple City and happy to know they will be performing at the Community Center in April. Chairperson Salter reported she is happy to see applicants for Senior of the Year. Chairperson Salter reported the Bargain Box was busy and business is going well. Community volunteers are welcome. If anyone would like to become a volunteer, the information is available on the Assistance League website. Commissioner Martinez reported the Assistance League is always looking to hire volunteers and some of the reasons to become a volunteer are; The Assistance League helps children by providing them with one week of new clothing through Operation School Bell; the Assistance League empowers the youth through the Assisteens Program; the Assistance League serves the community through senior programs and the Bargain Box Thrift Store; the Assistance League promotes reading through Operation School Bell where children get to choose a book of their choice to take home; lastly, the Assistance League has heart, helping one child may not change the world, but it may change the world for one child. REPORT FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBER LIAISON Mayor Pro Tern Paul Cheng reported on Saturday, February 26, Arcadia Little Leagues had their opening day ceremonies for the spring season. Mayor Pro Tern Cheng thanked everyone and said he may need to lean on the Senior Commission for ideas and to explore ways the City can assist homebound seniors during emergency situations. There are many senior citizens throughout the City who can use assistance during a disaster or an emergency, therefore, he would like to explore and come up with a plan for the City. Mayor Pro Tern Cheng believes everyone in the community should be taken care of. Commissioner Penny responded with plenty of good ideas and said she can reach out and ask her colleagues. Some of the ideas Commissioner Penny suggested were cooling and heating centers, figure out where seniors live throughout the City and begin a database, prepare and have care packages ready to go. Assistant Director of Recreation and Community Services (ADRCS) Candice Cheung said the City has a homebound senior list provided by Los Angeles County. Mayor Pro Tern Cheng reported there will be a very important City Council Meeting on March 15. The report and discussion on the Homelessness Five -Point Plan will be presented before City Council as well as the review of draft maps that are currently under consideration for redistricting process. City Council will consider adopting one of the five potential maps that are currently under consideration. The redistricting process must be completed by April 17, 2022, or additional public hearings will be scheduled as needed prior to the deadline. CONSENT CALENDAR a. Regular meeting minutes of February 3, 2022 Recommended Action: Approve It was moved Chairperson Salter, seconded by Commissioner Cao, unanimously carried on roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Item 2.a. AYES: Cao, Martinez, Mazone, Salter, Salazar, and Swope NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: Penny 2. REGULAR ITEMS a. Senior of the Year Selection Senior Citizen Commissioners received five community nominations for the 2021 Senior of the Year. After a group discussion and careful consideration, a vote was made. ADRCS Cheung announced the honoree for the 2021 Senior of the year is Elizabeth Renfrew. Chairperson Salter and City Staff will present Elizabeth with a plaque at the City of Arcadia Library, where she volunteers. Elizabeth's family members will be able to attend the presentation. Elizabeth's name will also be added to the Senior of the Year City plaque located at the Community Center. b. Report of Recreation Supervisor Recreation Supervisor (RS) Gina Hernandez reported there were a few events canceled in February due to the COVID-19 surge. RS Hernandez reported ping pong and billiards have been popular and busy at the Community Center. RS Hernandez reported due to the damage from the rain at Wilderness Park that happened a few months ago, Wilderness Park is temporarily closed to the public. Unfortunately, this year, Summer Day Camp is canceled, and Senior Day Camp will take place at a different location. RS Hernandez reported registration for spring classes and programs begins Monday, March 7, online or in person. RS Hernandez reported on events in March. Dancing Through the Decades will take place on March 11, it includes dinner and dancing. Get Lucky Bingo is scheduled on Friday, March 18, and will include lunch and prizes. c. Report of Recreation and Community Services Director ADRCS Cheung updated everyone the mask mandate is still in effect and patrons are still required to wear a mask until further updates. ADRCS Cheung reported Bunny Grams are available for delivery to Arcadia residents. Bunny Grams can be ordered for delivery or pick-up through the City's website. A staff person will dress up as a bunny and hand deliver baskets to residents of all ages. ADRCS Cheung reported City staff visited different homeless shelter locations and interacted with those who are experiencing homelessness. A report will be presented at the City Council Meeting on March 15. ADJOURNMENT Chairperson Salter adjourned the meeting at 5:04pm to April 7, 2022, at 4:OOpm at the at 4:OOpm in the Recreation Conference Room, 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia. By: L� Chairperson ecretary Donna Salter Gina Hernandez