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Home My WebLink AboutSC Minutes: 08/04/22SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES August 4, 2022 SENIOR COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER — Chairperson Cao called the meeting to order at 4:OOpm. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Commissioner Cao ROLL CALL OF COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Michael Cao, Charlene Martinez, Marilyn Mazone, Kathrynn Penny, Nilo Salazar, Donna Salter, and Margaret Swope ABSENT: None SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS REPORTS FROM SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSIONERS Commissioner Swope reported the Friendship Club is doing well, everyone is looking forward to their Luau celebration on August 31. Commissioner Swope reported there are two large containers parked on the corner of Naomi and Lovell making it hard for drivers to see when trying to make a turn at the intersection. Recreation and Community Services Director (RCSD) Sara Somogyi said she will contact Public Works regarding the issue. Commissioner Salazar reported the Golden Senior Club will be celebrating Grandparents' Day with a potluck on September 15. Commissioner Salazar said he has been informing the Golden Senior Club about free programs available at the Community Center including the free Blood Pressure check on August 9. Commissioner Salazar reported there is a retired lawyer member in the club who will be the guest speaker in August and will present on what happens during a trial. Commissioner Salazar said he was able to get free COVID-19 tests at Vons with proof of Medicare card. Vice -Chairperson Mazone reported the Travelers had their board meeting on July 21 and their general meeting on July 22. Vice -Chairperson Mazone reported new officers for 2023 have been elected. Vice -Chairperson Mazone escorted the trip "Those Were the Days" on July 27, followed by lunch at Lawry's in Beverly Hills. The trip is very popular and sells out every time. Vice -Chairperson Mazone reported on upcoming trips. On August 5, there will be a day trip to San Diego for a Luau. On August 12, Vice -Chairperson Mazone will be escorting a trip to Catalina Island for the day. November 26, a day trip to the Bob Baker Marionette Theater will take place followed by lunch at the very popular Smoke House Restaurant in Burbank. Vice - Chairperson Mazone reminded everyone the Arcadia Travel Club will be celebrating their 40tn anniversary at the Community Center on September 23 with a brunch. Tickets are on sale for members and a guest at the Travelers office during their normal business hours. Commissioner Penny reported she has been busy at her place of work with the administration of the Monkeypox vaccinations. Commissioner Penny reported up to 400 vaccines are administered daily. There is an outreach to communities who have been most affected and expressed to everyone to be careful as it is spreading fast, very contagious just from skin -to - skin contact. Some of the symptoms include painful lesions, fever, swollen lymph nodes, and recovery can take up to four weeks. Commissioner Martinez reported the Assistance League is having their first Day of Service event where everyone will enjoy a mock baby shower. During the meeting, 40 volunteers will fill backpacks with baby supplies, gift cards, and other items for new moms to be. The backpacks will then be delivered to locations that work with mothers in need. Commissioner Martinez said they have received donations, but can also use more diapers, wipes, and onesies. Chairperson Cao thanked the department and said he was happy to attend the Concerts and Movies in the park. He said he enjoys how each year it gets better, how well attended and organized it is, and how it attracts all generations. Chairperson Cao thanked Chief Spriggs and Deputy Chief Suen for offering to present on Community Connect. REPORT FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBER LIAISON Mayor Pro Tern Paul Cheng reported the City is participating in the San Gabriel Valley Council of Government Mobile Crisis Team to be able to help individuals experiencing homeless. Mayor Pro Tern Cheng reported a memorial service for Mary Hansen will be held on August 20, at 11 am, at Our Savior Lutheran Church located at 512 Duarte Road in Arcadia. Mayor Pro Tem Cheng reported the City Council approved to place three measures on the November 8, 2022, ballot. The first is an amendment to the City Charter, the second is to increase tax rate of the City's transient occupancy tax, and the third is to implement a new local tax for sports wagering if it is approved statewide. 2. CONSENT CALENDAR a. Regular meeting minutes of July 7, 2022 Recommended Action: Approve It was moved Commissioner Penny seconded by Commissioner Mazone and unanimously carried on roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Item 2.a. with the following corrections: Commissioner Salter reported the trees on Baldwin Avenue along the Arboretum need trimming as the public has to walk on the street because they are overgrown. Chairperson Cao adjourned the meeting at 4:56pm to August 4, 2022, at 4:00pm at the Recreation Conference Room, 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia. AYES: Cao, Martinez, Mazone, Penny, Salter, Salazar, and Swope NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 3. REGULAR ITEMS a. Arcadia Fire Department - Community Connect Program Chief Spriggs and Deputy Chief Suen from the Arcadia Fire Department presented on Community Connect. Community Connect is a free and secure database with critical information about residents and their home information. Residents are encouraged to sign up online and provide as much information as they are comfortable with. The information provided is confidential and secured only for the use of the Arcadia Fire Department. By signing up and providing as much information needed, Arcadia Fire Department is able to ensure that during an emergency or a natural disaster, they are able to better assist residents. Chief Spriggs and Deputy Chief Suen will be available in person to assist residents to sign up at the Arcadia Community Center on August 15 from 9 to 11 am and August 30 from 1 to 3pm. b. Report of Recreation Supervisor Recreation and Community Services Director (RCSD) Sara Somogyi reported on behalf of Recreation Supervisor, Gina Hernandez. RCSD Somogyi reported Concerts and Movies in the park concluded today, Thursday, August 4. It is also National Night Out and the City's 119tn birthday. National Night Out is a community campaign to promote police community partnership and neighborhood camaraderie. The Arcadia Police and Fire Department will be there providing information and games for children. Free COVID-19 test kits will be provided by Chinatown Service Center while supplies last. During the month of July there were over 300 people who visited the billiard room to play pool. The billiard room is open Monday through Friday from 8am to 4:30pm. Blood pressure check had 18 participants check -in on July 12. Blood pressure check is available at the Community Center the second Tuesday of the month. The senior lunch program is averaging 66 meals per day. Mahjong is becoming more popular every Friday. And lastly, Monday Dance has become very popular with many new participants attending. RCSD Somogyi reported the Fall Craft Fair will be held on October 22 at the Community Center from 9am to 2pm. There will be handmade items, crafts, prizes, and more. c. Report of Recreation and Community Services Director RCSD Somogyi reported the City started a contract with Los Angeles Centers for Drug and Alcohol Abuse with three full-time case managers in July. RCSD Somogyi reported we will also have the Mobile Crisis Unit on board with an additional case manager. RCSD Somogyi informed everyone, there will be two additional items regarding homelessness at the next City Council Meeting for an additional case managers team with the same company. In addition, the City is organizing a homeless stakeholders commission to meet and discuss homelessness in Arcadia. The application is available online, applicants must be 18 years old and reside in Arcadia. The application deadline is September 30, 2022, and should be submitted via mail or email to Sara Somogyi. The application is available online at www.arcadiaca.gov. ADJOURNMENT Chairperson Cao adjourned the meeting at 4:59pm to September 1, 2022, at 4:OOpm at the Recreation Conference Room, 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia. W(oAN,� rN Chairperson Michael Cao By: &6&W4& ecretary Gina Hernandez