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Home My WebLink AboutSC Minutes: 09/01/22SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES September 1, 2022 SENIOR COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER — Chairperson Cao called the meeting to order at 4:00pm. 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 Vice -Chairperson Mazone reported the Travelers had their board meeting on August 18 and their general meeting on August 26 with guest speaker Laura Henneforth from the Gilb Museum. Vice -Chairperson Mazone reported new officers for 2023 have been elected. Vice - Chairperson Mazone escorted a trip on August 17, to Catalina Island for the day and said it was the best groups they've had. Vice -Chairperson Mazone reported the Travelers Club has sold 16 tables for their upcoming 40th Anniversary celebration on September 23. Vice -Chairperson Mazone reported on upcoming trips: On September 17, Danish Days in Solvang, and a visit to the Chumash Casino. On October 8, a trip to Downtown Disney Harvest Craft Festival will take place. On November 26, the Bob Baker Christmas show and lunch at the Smokehouse. The next Travelers board meeting will be held on September 15. Commissioner Salazar reported Arcadia Police Sergeant Bonomo will be the guest speaker on September 15, at the Golden Senior Club and will present on crime prevention tips for senior citizens. The Club will also celebrate Grandparents Day on September 15. Commissioner Salazar mentioned the Assistance League building was closed for a few days due to a water issue. Commissioner Salazar reported club members stopped by the Community Center to have lunch instead. There were quite a few members with an August birthday, the Club celebrated with cake and ice-cream. Commissioner Swope reported the Friendship Club is doing well. She thanked ADRCS Cheung for contacting Public Works and taking care of the issue with large containers parked on the corner of Naomi Avenue and Lovell Avenue. The large containers parked on the corner of Naomi and Lovell have been moved and it is now easier for drivers to make a safe turn at the intersection. Commissioner Penny reported she is still busy at her place of work with the administration of the Monkeypox vaccinations. Commissioner Penny reported up to 400 vaccines are administered daily. There are people who come all the way from Palm Springs. It is a walk-up clinic that will be available for approximately six months. Commissioner Martinez reported the Assistance League Bargain Box will be closed from August 27 through September 14. Volunteers will be refreshing the store and taking out all and Halloween decorations. Commissioner Martinez reported the Day of Service event was a success. Everyone came together and a total of 120 baby blessing backpacks were put together and all donated to six local charities who serve mothers to be. The charities are Union Station, Elizabeth House, Foothill Unity, Chat Care, Trinity, and Sycamores. Chairperson Cao talked to neighbors about USC Arcadia Hospital. He has been getting a lot of questions regarding the change of name of the hospital. Chairperson Cao invited staff from USC Arcadia to talk about USC Arcadia Hospital to answer questions. Chairperson Cao also informed everyone there will be a meet and greet with leadership from USC Arcadia Hospital on September 22. The meeting will be held at the Community Center from 1 to 3pm. They will be there to answer questions as well. REPORT FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBER LIAISON Mayor Pro Tern Paul Cheng reported Arcadia Police Officer Manley who was shot in the face on August 10, while responding to a family disturbance in Arcadia. Officer Manley was released from Huntington Hospital and is now recovering at home. The other victims who were hurt including the mother of the shooter and a neighbor who are both expected to recover. Mayor Pro Tern Cheng reminded everyone there will be a dedication and ribbon ceremony event on Saturday, September 17 to honor the late Carol Libby. The event will take place in the new Carol Libby Memorial Courtyard & Garden located in front of the Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage at 11 am. Mayor Pro Tern Cheng also informed everyone of the Foothill Unity Golden Plate Award event at Santa Anita Park on September 22 at 6pm. 2. CONSENT CALENDAR a. Regular meeting minutes of August 4, 2022 Recommended Action: Approve It was moved Commissioner Salter seconded by Commissioner Penny and unanimously carried on roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Item 2.a. AYES: Cao, Martinez, Mazone, Penny, Salter, Salazar, and Swope NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 3. REGULAR ITEMS a. USC Arcadia Hospital Update Chairperson Cao introduced Director of Marketing, Brian Greene to present on USC Arcadia Hospital. Mr. Greene reported the transition to USC Arcadia Hospital has been an easy fit and change. All staff member, nurses, and doctors are still working and bringing their expertise to the hospital. During COVID-19 hospitals across the country had challenges with shortages of staff. USC Arcadia Hospital is doing great and operating well. There will be more options of doctors and specialist including the USC Headquarters located in Los Angeles. Mr. Greene also talked about different types of nursing careers, shortage of nurses, and competitive wages throughout the country. Mr. Greene mentioned they will be celebrating their 1201h anniversary in 2023. In 1903 Methodist Hospital had their first patient, a young woman ready to give birth. Methodist Hospital was built in Arcadia in 1957. b. Report of Recreation Supervisor Recreation Supervisor, Gina Hernandez (RS) reported the Senior Services is finally fully staffed. Newly promoted Recreation Coordinator, Denisse Bringas will oversee senior events, programs, and more. New hire Brian DeLeon will oversee the senior lunch program, events, lectures, and more. RS Hernandez reported the Blood Pressure Screening program is doing well and we have more people coming in each month. The senior lunch program is doing fantastic, up to 85 meals are being sold daily. Bingo and Bunco are very well attended and popular with many new faces coming in to play. Some seniors just come in to enjoy the delicious food! RS Hernandez reported the beach trip had 53 seniors. Everyone enjoyed the day, the weather, and all the food available. Participants are excited about the Western Hoedown on September 9. There will be food, dancing, and DJ by our very own instructor, Pam Wagoner. RS Hernandez reported Tech Talk and Walk & Talk programs are back beginning September 8 and 9. RS Hernandez reported Breathe Southern California will have an Adult Lung Health Workshop at the Community Center on September 15. They will talk about lung disease, risk factors, and how to recognize symptoms. Lastly, RS Hernandez wanted to mention singing with James Iranfar every Wednesday is growing with up to 28 people stopping by each week. Seniors look forward to it, there are a few with very nice voices who lead the songs, they sit in the lobby area from 1 pm to 3pm and sing songs while James plays guitar. c. Report of Recreation and Community Services Director Assistant Director of Recreation and Community Services (ADRCS) Candice Cheung reported the City currently has three Los Angeles Center for Alcohol and Drug Abuse (LA CADA) case managers working Monday through Sunday. The new case managers are passionate about their job, and lover what they do. In July, they assisted 185 individuals experiencing homelessness, 98 were first-time encounters. If you know someone experiencing homelessness or looking for assistance, please call 562.844.1484 or email arcadia .lacada.com. A case manager will be in contact. ADRCS Cheung reported there have been a few success stories that we are happy to hear about. ADRCS Cheung reported the City of Arcadia participates in the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments' High Acuity Homeless Outreach Program designed to fill gaps in outreach and the service needs of high -acuity populations who are more frequent users of homeless services. The High Acuity Homeless Outreach Program contract began the week of August 22, and the outreach team deployed for the first time on Tuesday, August 23. On their first day, the High Acuity Outreach Team had six engagements. The team will continue to provide outreach in Arcadia every Tuesday through June 15, 2023. The City currently approved working with a Mobile Crisis Unit for those who need extra care. ADRCS Cheung reported on Tuesday, August 30, Arcadia Fire Department Chief Briggs and Deputy Chief Suen assisted seniors to sign up for the Community Connect program. It's free, it's easy and encourage everyone to sign up and provide as much information. By providing information about you and your household, first responders can better assist you. ADRCS Cheung reported the cost of paper has increased tremendously therefore, the Peacock Buzz brochure was not printed this fall. Residents were mailed a QR Code information card instead with quick access to the Peacock Buzz brochure online. ADRCS Cheung reported the Senior Health and Information Fair will take place on Friday, September 2 from 10am to 1 pm at the Community Center. There will be free health screenings, informational booths, lunch and learn with a guest speaker, and more. ADJOURNMENT Chairperson Cao adjourned the meeting at 4:57pm to October 6, 2022, at 4:OOpm at the Recreation Conference Room, 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia. Chairperson Michael Cao By: ecretary Gina Hernandez