HomeMy WebLinkAboutSC Minutes: 11/03/22SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
November 3, 2022
SENIOR COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER — Chairperson Cao called the meeting to order at 4:OOpm.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Chairperson Cao
ROLL CALL OF COMMISSIONERS
PRESENT: Michael Cao, Charlene Martinez, Marilyn Mazone, Nilo Salazar, and
Donna Salter, and Margaret Swope
ABSENT: Kathrynn Penny
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS
REPORTS FROM SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSIONERS
Vice -Chairperson Mazone reported the Travelers Club held their board meeting on October 20
and general meeting on October 28 with guest speaker Fire Chief Barry Spriggs from the
Arcadia Fire Department. Vice -Chairperson Mazone reported on upcoming trips: December 3,
Holiday Christmas sing a -long at Disney Concert Hall followed by a special tour over the 6tn
street bridge in Downtown Los Angeles. December 9, Beyond King Tut Exhibition. December
17, Surf, Sand and Santa. January 13, Paramount Studios tour and lunch at & HMS Bounty.
January 18, The American West where participants will have lunch followed by a trip to the
Gene Autry Museum. January 23, Pretty Woman at the Grand in Long Beach to hear music of
Roy Orbison.
Vice -Chairperson Mazone was happy to report Chris Ohrmund from the Travelers Club was
chosen from all the Lions Clubs in California to ride on the Lions Club float in the Rose Parade
2023. Chris Ohrmund has worked with the City of Glendora and City of Montebello Lions Club
for many years. She has also been president of the Lions Club four times, served as District 4-
L2 District Governor, currently serving as Cabinet Secretary and is President of Student
Speakers Foundation. Chris has been a staple to the Lions Club for many years.
Commissioner Salter reported she attended the Mayor's Community Breakfast on October 28 at
Santa Anita Park. She really enjoyed special guest speaker Candace Parker. Commissioner
Salter said she will talk to Assistant Director of Recreation and Community Services (ADRCS)
Candice Cheung at a later date about advertising for the Assistance League in the Connection
Newsletter.
Commissioner Swope reported the Senior Friendship Club had a fun time celebrating
Halloween with food and a costume contest. Everyone is looking forward to their Thanksgiving
lunch in November catered by Chef's Restaurant.
Commissioner Salazar reported Deputy Fire Chief Suen stopped by the Golden Senior Club to
talk to members about safety protocols at home. Club members were also encouraged to enroll
in Community Connect, a free, secure, and easy way to provide critical information about your
household to first responders. Commissioner Salazar reported the Golden Senior Club has new
members and many fun things they do every Thursday, such as bingo and karaoke.
Chairperson Cao reported on a couple of events coming up. The 33rd Annual Crystal Ball will be
held at the Pasadena Convention Center on November 5. The celebration will honor Paul
Rusnak for his charitable support in healthcare. The annual fundraiser includes dinner, a silent
auction, entertainment, and more. The next event is the Arcadia Police Foundation Gala on
November 5, at Le Meridien Hotel in Arcadia.
Commissioner Martinez reported the Assistance League is having their second day of service
on December 3, from 9am to 12pm at Foothill Unity Center in Monrovia. Volunteers will be
sorting and wrapping holiday donations. The donation will be given to those in need throughout
San Gabriel Valley. The holiday boutique will open on November 9 — 12, from 10am -1 pm.
REPORT FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBER LIAISON
Mayor Pro Tem Paul Cheng reported the Mayor's Community Breakfast and State of the City
Address was held on October 28 at Santa Anita Park. Mayor Pro Tem reported the 2022
Community Cleanup day will be held on November 5. The event will be dedicated to Mary
Hansen who was an active volunteer for many years. Mayor Pro Tem Cheng reported the
Arcadia Library currently has early voting from 10am to 7pm, and not to forget to vote on
Tuesday, November 8.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Regular meeting minutes of October 6, 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, Salter, and Salazar
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Penny
ABSTAIN:
Swope
3. REGULAR ITEMS
a. Report of Recreation Supervisor
Recreation Supervisor, Gina Hernandez (RS) reported on the following programs and events.
Notary Marilyn Merlo's last day will be November 8. Marilyn has volunteered over 30 years. A
new Notary volunteer, Joanne Cervantes will begin December 9. Joanne will be available the
second and fourth Thursday of the month. Bingo in October had 87 people in attendance. The
event keeps getting better. On Thursday, October 13, 36 seniors took a trip to Olvera Street in
Downtown Los Angeles. This year participants explored Mexico. Everyone had a chance to
shop, have lunch, and enjoy a museum tour. On Monday, October 31, 65 seniors attended the
annual Boo Bash. Everyone had a fun costume. Everyone enjoyed games, prizes, and there
was also a costume contest. RS Hernandez reminded everyone the Veterans Lunch will be held
at the Community Center on Thursday, November 10. The yearly Thanksgiving feast will be
held on November 23 at 11:30am. The last event for the year is Candy Cane Bunco on
December 9.
b. Report of Recreation and Community Services Director
ADRCS Cheung reported Arcadia Fire Deputy Chief, Chen Suen will be promoted to Fire Chief.
If you see him, please congratulate him. ADRCS Cheung reported the first Stakeholders
meeting was held on Wednesday, October 27. Homeless Stakeholders consists of 28
individuals, including representatives from LACADA, Arcadia Chamber of Commerce,
Downtown Arcadia Improvement Association, Creative Housing Options in Arcadia, Arcadia
Unified School District, Recreation & Community Services Department, Arcadia Police
Department, and residents. The goal of Homeless Stakeholders is to have open, constructive
dialog concerning homelessness, discuss programs and solutions that can be implemented in
Arcadia. In the first meeting, individuals introduced themselves and the group was educated on
Arcadia's previous and current efforts to address the homeless crisis. The next Homeless
Stakeholders' meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 25.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Cao adjourned the meeting at 4:47pm to December 1, 2022, at 4:OOpm at the
Recreation Conference Room, 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia.
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