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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSC Minutes: 10/05/2023SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES October 5, 2023 SENIOR COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER — Chairperson Salazar called the meeting to order at 4:OOpm. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Chairperson Salazar ROLL CALL OF COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Robert Bolster, Charlene Martinez, Kathrynn Penny, Joyce Platt, Nilo Salazar, Donna Salter, Steve Sherman, and Margaret Swope EXCUSED: None ABSENT: None SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS - None REPORTS FROM SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSIONERS Commissioner Martinez reported that on October 8, there will be a silent auction and art sale from local artists at the Chapter House from 4-7pm. Commissioner Martinez reported there will be a holiday sale at the Bargain Box on October 7, with great deals on books for children and adults. There will be plenty of books available from cooking, kids, language, mystery and more. Commissioner Martinez reported the Bargain Box is not accepting donations at this time until after the holidays. Commissioner Salter reported she attended the Moon Festival on Saturday, September 30, at City Hall Lawn and said she enjoyed the entertainment. Commissioner Salter suggested if the event is held next year, the food trucks should be closer to the event for the public to see. Vice -Chairperson Swope reported the Senior Friendship Club is doing well. The Senior Friendship Club meets on Wednesdays at 11 am at the Assistance League. Club members are excited for the upcoming holiday festivities. Every week there are fun activities such as karaoke, birthday celebrations, bingo, and more. Commissioner Platt reported the guest speaker for the Travelers general meeting October 27, will be Ed Andersen from the Arcadia Historical Society. Commissioner Platt reported on the upcoming trips. On October 11, participants will travel to the city of Julian for a lovely four course tea, served in a home that is said to be 100 years old and everything is tea themed. After tea, everyone will have a chance to visit the famous Dudley's Bakery. Saturday, October 28, Travelers will head to Claremont Arts and Craft Fair to shop for the holidays where there are over 300 crafters selling holiday items and more. After everyone is done shopping, they will have a chance to grab lunch at a local restaurant or any of the food trucks at the fair. Commissioner Platt reported the 2024 Travelers memberships are on sale now. Commissioner Bolster reported he attended the Mayor's Breakfast last month. Commissioner Bolster reported he continues to take an interest in Wilderness Park and will continue to press the issue as he feels the park should open soon. Commissioner Sherman reported members from the Men's Club play cards at the Arcadia Community Center on Mondays followed by lunch. Commissioner Sherman said he had a nice time at the Senior Cultural Day Camp on September 21. Chairperson Salazar reported that the Golden Senior Club members are doing well and enjoying their weekly meetings, activities, and exercises. Chairperson Salazar reported there will be a guest speaker from the Arcadia Police Department on October 12 to speak on safety. Chairperson Salazar reported there is a paramedic membership program available for Arcadia residents. The application is available online or at the Community Center. Applications will also be available at the next meeting. REPORT FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBER LIAISON - None 2. CONSENT CALENDAR a. Regular meeting minutes of September 7, 2023. Recommended Action: Approve It was moved by Commissioner Salter seconded by Commissioner Sherman and unanimously carried on roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Item 2.a. AYES: Martinez, Platt, Salazar, Salter, Sherman, and Swope NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: Bolster, Penny 3. REGULAR ITEMS a. Recreation Supervisor (RS) Gina Hernandez Deputy Director of Recreation and Community Services (DDRCS) Candice Cheung reported on behalf of Supervisor Gina Hernandez. DDRCS Cheung reported the Taste the Town is becoming a popular program where participants go to a new restaurant in Arcadia each month, meet new friends, and socialize. A shuttle is now available for those who would like to be picked up and dropped off at the Community Center. DDRCS Cheung reported the Boo Bash event is being held on Tuesday, October 31. The event includes lunch, prizes, and a costume contest. Seniors look forward to dressing up in their costumes. b. Report of Recreation and Community Services Director DDRCS Cheung reported on behalf of Recreation and Community Services Director, Sara Somogyi. DDRCS Cheung reported the Moon Festival turned out to be a great event and would like to hear feedback from everyone to make it even better for 2024. DDRCS Cheung invited all Commissioners to the Veteran's Day lunch on November 9. The event begins at 11:30am, with a free meal to all Veterans who show proof of service. DDRCS Cheung reported the first Coffee with Mayor April Verlato will be held on Tuesday, October 17 at 9am. DDRCS Cheung reported each year the City partners with Downtown Arcadia for the Halloween Haunting event. This year it will be held on Friday, October 27, from 4 to 6pm, on First Avenue and Huntington Drive. There will be plenty of activities for families to enjoy. ADJOURNMENT Chairperson Salazar adjourned the meeting at 4:42pm to November 2, 2023, at 4:OOpm in the Recreation Conference Room, 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia. Chairp rson Nilo Salazar By::)-7XW,4t-Z 41t,'O- cretary Gina Hernandez