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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSC Agenda: 05/02/24CITY OF ARCADIA Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the Senior Citizen Commission regarding any item on this agenda will be m ade available for public inspection at the Arcadia Recreation Department, 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia, California, during normal business hours. Senior Citizens Commission Regular Meeting Agenda Thursday, May 2, 2024, at 4:00pm Location: Arcadia Recreation Conference Room, 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, persons with a disability who require a disability related modification or accommodation in order to participate in a meeting, including auxiliary aids or services, may request such modification or accommodation fr om the Recreation and Community Services at (626) 574-5113. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to the meeting. 根据《美国残障人法案》的规定，需要提供残障相关调整或便利设施才能参加会议的残障人士（包括辅助器材或服务），可向娱乐与 社区服务部请求获得此类调整或便利设施，电话号码 (626) 574-5113。请在会前 48 小时通知娱乐与社区服务部，以便作出合理安排， 确保顺利参加会议。 Pursuant to the City of Arcadia’s Language Access Services Policy, limited-English proficient speakers who require translation services in order to participate in a meeting may request the use of a volunteer or professional translator by contacting the City Clerk’s Office at (626) 574-5455 at least 72 hours prior to the meeting. 根据阿凯迪亚市的语言便利服务政策，英语能力有限并需要翻译服务才能参加会议的人可与市书记官办公室联系（电话：626-574- 5455），请求提供志愿或专业翻译服务，请至少在会前 72 小时提出请求。 CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL: Nilo Salazar, Chairperson Margaret Swope, Vice-Chairperson Robert Bolster, Commission Member Charlene Martinez, Commission Member Kathrynn Penny, Commission Member Joyce Platt, Commission Member Donna Salter, Commission Member Steve Sherman, Commission Member SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS 1.PUBLIC COMMENTS (5 MINUTE TIME LIMIT PER PERSON) Any individual wishing to speak before the Senior Citizen Commission is limited to five (5) minutes per person, unless waived by the Senior Citizen Commission. Under the Brown Act, the Senior Citizen Commission is prohibited from discussing or taking action on any item not listed on the posted agenda. The matter may automatically be referred to staff for appropriate response or action or may be placed on the agenda of a future meeting. REPORTS FROM SENIOR CITIZEN COMMISSIONERS REPORT FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBER LIAISON 2. CONSENT CALENDAR All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and can be acted on by one roll call vote. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless members of the Commission, staff, or the public request that a specific item be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion and action. a. Approve the regular meeting minutes of April 4, 2024. Recommended Action: Approve 3. REGULAR ITEMS a. Report of Recreation Supervisor b. Report of Recreation and Community Services Director ADJOURNMENT The Senior Citizen Commission will adjourn this meeting to June 6, 2024, at 4:00pm in the Recreation Conference Room, 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia. SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES April 4, 2024 SENIOR COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING CALL TO ORDER –Chairperson Salazar called the meeting to order at 4:00pm. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE –Chairperson Salazar ROLL CALL OF COMMISSIONERS PRESENT: Robert Bolster, Charlene Martinez, Donna Salter, Nilo Salazar, Joyce Platt, and Margaret Swope EXCUSED: Kathryn Penny and Steve Sherman A motion was made by Commissioner Platt seconded by Commissioner Bolster and unanimously carried to excuse Commissioners Penny and Sherman. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS - None 1. PUBLIC COMMENTS - None REPORTS FROM SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSIONERS Commissioner Bolster said he is interested to see how the rain and floods have damaged Wilderness Park and what the park looks like. Commissioner Bolster as a resident of the City of Arcadia requested a tour of Wilderness Park. Deputy Director of Recreation and Community Services (DDRCS) Candice Cheung said she would ask if this is possible. Vice-Chairperson Swope reported the Friendship Club celebrated Easter, which included candy and goodies, and a bonnet contest for the prettiest bonnet. Vice-Chairperson Swope reported they have a new member and club members continue to meet each week on Wednesdays at 11am. The Senior Friendship Club offers plenty to do, such as bingo, regular weekly meetings, holidays celebrations, birthday celebrations, and more. The Friendship Club is always looking for new members. Commissioner Platt reported the Arcadia Travelers Club is doing well and provided an update on upcoming trips. On May 9, a trip with Curt Tucker Tours will take place where participants will visit the Bellflower Fire Museum, Columbia Memorial Space Center in Downey, the oldest McDonald’s, Randy’s Donut Shop, and lastly followed by lunch at Marino’s Italian Restaurant. On June 6, the Travelers Club will take a trip to the Bob Baker Marionette Theater followed by lunch at the Smoke House. On June 27, the Travelers Club members will enjoy a tour of SoFi Stadium. Commissioner Platt reported the guest speaker at the next general meeting on April 26 is Laurie Lincoln from Main Street Tours. The Arcadia Travelers Club is a proud member of the Chamber of Commerce. Their office is open Monday through Friday from 9am to 10am and annual membership is $10. Commissioner Martinez reported the Bargain Box is currently closed for spring cleaning. The Bargain Box will re-open on Wednesday, April 10, and Saturday, April 13, from 10am to 1pm, with a yard sale of jeans and winter clothes. Commissioner Martinez reported the Assistance League’s Links to Learning Program will donate 200 books to the City of Duarte schools and 440 books to second graders at Garvey School. Sometimes this is the first book a child will receive that they can keep. The Bargain Box will sometimes have a section with free books to take home. Chairperson Salazar reported the Golden Senior Club members are doing well and are always looking for new ideas to bring to the Club. Chairperson Salazar reported the Golden Senior Club members meet every week on Thursday, and they now recite the pledge of allegiance at each meeting. Chairperson Salazar reported each week Club members enjoy a form of exercise, bingo, weekly meetings, and more. Chairperson Salazar said he makes sure to inform Club members on all City education seminars, programs, and events held at the Arcadia Community Center. REPORT FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBER LIAISON - None 2. CONSENT CALENDAR a. Regular meeting minutes of March 7, 2024. Recommended Action: Approve It was moved by Commissioner Salter, seconded by Commissioner Platt, and unanimously carried on roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Item 2.a. AYES: Bolster, Platt, Salter, Salazar, Swope NOES: None ABSENT: Penny and Sherman ABSTAIN: Martinez 1. REGULAR ITEMS a. Report of Recreation Supervisor Gina Hernandez (RS) Deputy Director of Recreation and Community Services (DDRCS) Candice Cheung reported on behalf of Recreation Supervisor, Gina Hernandez, on the following programs: The Fit & Talk program meets on Thursday’s at 10am. Each week there is a new 30-minute workout planned for individuals who are 50 years or older to enjoy such as Zumba, seated workouts, dance, and once per month meet for a leisurely walk to a nearby location in Arcadia. The Monday Dance program is held the first, third, and fifth Monday of the month and it is one of the popular programs where adults enjoy a live band, ballroom dancing, socializing, and meeting new people. On March 1, the Afternoon of Music event took place with 64 attendees. The event included lunch, dessert, a live Jazz band, a photo booth, and dancing. On March 22, the first Senior Social Hour program took place with nine participants. The purpose of this program is for lonely or single older adults to make friends, socialize, and meet. The next event will be held on June 28. The Information and Referral Program is available for individuals who need assistance finding important information or resources. b. Report of Recreation and Community Services Director (RCSD) DDRCS Cheung reported on behalf of Director of Recreation and Community Services Sara Somogyi. DDRCS Cheung reported the Santa Anita Derby Day will take place on Saturday, April 6. DDRCS Cheung handed out copies of the next series of the City-Wide Health Education Series. The next seminar will be April 24, at 6pm on Treating Developmental Delays. On May 22, at 6pm, the seminar will be on Adolescent Mental Health, and on June 26, the seminar will be on symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment on Hyperplasia. ADJOURNMENT Chairperson Salazar adjourned the meeting at 4:35pm to May 2, 2024, at 4:00pm in the Recreation Conference Room, 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia. _________________________ By: _________________________ Chairperson Secretary Nilo Salazar Gina Hernandez DATE: May 2, 2024 TO: Honorable Chairperson and Members of the Senior Citizen Commission FROM: Sara Somogyi, Director of Recreation and Community Services Submitted by Gina Hernandez, Recreation Supervisor SUBJECT: Senior Services, Programs and Activities for April 2024 Arcadia Senior Services play an integral part in the wellness of the senior community. The multitude of programs, services, and activities offered supports the healthy and independent lifestyle of the participants. A brief description with program attendance is listed below. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION ATTENDANCE Billiard Room Three pool tables are available Monday through Friday from 7:30am-4:30pm for seniors to enjoy and make new friends. 371 Blood Pressure Check Free blood pressure check is available the second Tuesday of each month from 10-11am in the Community Center. 10 Bridge Bridge is available Wednesdays from 10am-1pm. Card games can help improve memory and cognition, it also enhances motor skills and promotes socialization. 152 Chess Club Chess is available every Thursday from 9:30-11:30am. The game of chess can help increase creativity and problem-solving skills and improve concentration and reading skills. 10 Classes Exercise plays a vital role in health and contributes to bone density improvement, increased muscle strength, flexibility, and can reduce stress. Some of the classes offered are line dance, cardio plus, and Zumba. 2,314 Coffee with the Mayor On the third Tuesday of the month, seniors listen and chat with the Mayor about City issues and topics of personal interest. 35 Fit & Talk On Thursdays, Fit & Talk meets for a fun and easy workout and once per month for a leisurely walk around different areas of Arcadia. 56 Gift Shop The gift shop provides a venue for senior crafters to sell their creations and allows the community to purchase one-of-a-kind items at a great price. 105 Visitors Monthly Revenue $391 Information & Referral Intakes The I&R program assists seniors and their families with issues that affect their quality of life by providing information and referral that address their concerns. 28 Lions Sight The Lions Sight program is offered in conjunction with the Arcadia Lions Club. The program offers low-income seniors free vision care. Prospective clients are screened to make the necessary arrangements for their free service. 4 Legal Assistance The Neighborhood Legal Services of Los Angeles Organization is available once a month at the Community Center to provide seniors with legal insight. 4 Mahjong Mahjong is a game of Chinese origin played by four people with 144 tiles that are drawn and discarded until a player secures a winning hand. Mahjong meets on Tuesdays from 1-4pm for American Mahjong and Fridays at 12:30pm for traditional Chinese Mahjong. Every second Friday of the month, the Mayor plays Mahjong with the seniors. 108 Monday Dance Monday Dance is held the first, third, and fifth Monday of each month. This program provides a good element for participants and has a good ratio of male and female dancers. 378 Monthly Bus Pass Dial-A-Ride bus passes are sold at the Community Center and can also be mailed to seniors. Bus passes are $5 per month. 20 Notary Services Notary services are limited to three signatures or thirty minutes per appointment. Available the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. 4 Senior Meals Program A nutritious meal is provided Monday-Friday. For many seniors, this is the only hot meal they have daily. 1,284 Average/Day 67 Table Tennis Table Tennis is available Monday-Friday, from 8am-4pm. Equipment is available at the front desk for seniors to play and meet new friends. 201 Taste the Town Each month participants meet at a different restaurant to have lunch and socialize. In April, participants had lunch at Cabrera’s Mexican Cuisine restaurant in Arcadia. 23 Senior Tax Program On Thursdays and Fridays, AARP Tax Aide volunteers assist seniors with Income Tax filing assistance. This program is free for individuals who are 50 years and older with low to moderate income. 84 Tech Talk Tech Talk is provided for seniors who need assistance with their electronic devices. Volunteens are available every month from 4-5pm to assist with their devices. 5 Weekly Movie New movie releases or classic movies are shown on a theater size screen every Wednesday for free. 93 Sing Along with James Sing along with James meets every Wednesday from 1-3pm. James plays his guitar and sings with a group of seniors for fun and socialization. 63 Senior Seminars Free seminars on various topics are available each month. The following topics were presented in April: Medicare, Hernia, Hearing Screening, AARP Smart Driver Tek, Estate Planning & Probate Clinic and Breathing Retraining. 145 “You’ve Got a Friend” This program provides a weekly phone call to individuals who live alone, feel lonely, or need someone to check on them. New friends are made, and great conversations are enjoyed. 3 Spring Fling Disco Party The Spring Fling Disco Party event took place on April 12. The disco themed party included lunch, dessert, and live music. Everyone was on the floor dancing to Motown disco from the 60s and 70s. 123 Bunco Tea Party Bunco was held on Friday, April 12 with 40 participants who enjoyed three sets of six games of bunco. A light lunch and tea were provided. Next Bunco will take place on Friday, June 14. 40 Arcadia Travelers Club Support services include registering members for trips, signing up new members, and handling the club’s correspondence. A monthly club meeting is held each month to discuss future trips and provide a social gathering. Meeting: 60 Passes Sold: 119 Passengers: 53 Total: 232 TOTAL Cumulative of programs, services, and special events 5,895 Connection Total number of monthly newsletters distributed this month 1,300 APRIL HIGHLIGHTS Spring Fling Disco Party The Spring Fling Disco Party event took place on April 12. The disco themed party included lunch, dessert, and live music. Everyone was on the floor dancing to Motown disco from the 60s and 70s Bunco Tea Party Bunco was held on Friday, April 12 with 40 participants who enjoyed three sets of six games of bunco. A light lunch and tea were provided. Next Bunco will take place on Friday, June 14.