HomeMy WebLinkAboutSC Minutes: 09/04/2025SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
September 4, 2025
CALL TO ORDER - Chairperson Mazone called the meeting to order at 4:00pm
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Chairperson Mazone
ROLL CALL OF COMMISSIONERS
PRESENT: Arasawa, Arzate, Curley, Laczko, Mazone, and Sherman
ABSENT: None
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS - None
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS - None
REPORTS FROM SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSIONERS
Vice -Chairperson Sherman reported that the Men's Club members enjoy playing pinochle,
which is not an easy game, however, it is great for the brain. Members of the Men's Club
meet every Monday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Arcadia Community Center to play
pinochle and some members enjoy the senior lunch.
Commissioner Arzate reported he enjoyed playing at the new pickleball courts with his
children at Tierra Verde park during the weekend.
Commissioner Curley reported the Bargain Box has added additional hours as they did not
have enough staffing in the past.
Commissioner Laczko reported that Tammy Silver from Pasadena City College (PCC) stopped
by the Community Center for a tour and was impressed with the facility and programs.
Commissioner Laczko reported she was impressed with the number of people who signed
up for the free sewing class. Commissioner Laczko reported that she distributed the
Connection Newsletter to Golds Gym, Vons, Sierra Madre Center, and The Oaks Retirement
Ce me r.
Chairperson Mazone reported the Travelers board meeting was held on August 21, 2025,
and their general meeting was held on August 22, 2025, with guest speaker, Amy Spencer.
Amy is the co-founder of Los Angeles Bat Rescue. Chairperson Mazone reported on the
following trips. On September 28, 2025, participants will see Fritz Coleman live at the
Unassisted Residency tour followed by dinner at the Smoke House in Burbank. On October
14, 2025, participants will experience a taste of Germany at the MOCA Museum where they
will explore German art, food, a German Methodist Church, bakery, and more. On October
25, 2025, participants will have lunch at Long Beach PCH Center followed by the Hello Dolly
show at the Carpenter Center. The next Traveler's meeting will be held on September 26,
2025.
REPORT FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBER LIAISON
Council Member Michael Cao reported the second annual health fair will take place at the
Community Center on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Commissioner Curley asked about the City's military banner program. Council Member Cao
informed everyone that the City offers the military banner program to honor veterans. The
banners are displayed throughout Huntington Drive and Baldwin Avenue. If anyone would
like to order a banner, there is an application available on the city's website. Applications
were distributed during the meeting.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Regular meeting minutes of August 7, 2025.
Recommended Action: Approve
It was moved by Vice -Chairperson Sherman, seconded by Commissioner Laczko, and
unanimously carried on roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Item 2.a.
AYES:
Arasawa, Arzate, Curley, Laczko, Mazone, and Sherman
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
ABSTAIN:
None
3. REGULAR ITEMS
a. Report of Recreation Supervisor Annie Sumioka (RS)
Recreation Supervisor, Annie Sumioka (RS) reported on the following senior programs
and events. On August 14, 2025,108 participants enjoyed a day at Picnic Beach in Laguna.
This popular program sells out each year and includes transportation, lunch,
refreshments, games, raffle prizes, and time to walk on the beach. On August 21, 2025,
Taste the Town participants met at Kababstic Mediterranean Grill for lunch. On August
22, 2025, the Afternoon at the Movies program was held with guest speaker and historian
Theo Siegel. The movie topic was all about the making of the 1964 movie Goldfinger. On
August 26, 2025, the new sewing class began with 28 participants enrolled. The class will
be split into two sessions as there will be more participants than expected.
On Friday, September 12, 2025, the sold out annual Western Hoedown event will be held.
The event includes lunch, entertainment, and line dancing. On September 18, 2025, the
Taste the Town program will meet at Blue Magpie restaurant for authentic Taiwanese
fine dining. RS Sumioka reported the Tech Talk program will be available again with
different topics each week starting September 12, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. There will also be
staff available after the program for one-on-one assistance for those who need help with
their phones. On September 25, 2025, the sold out annual Cultural Day Camp program
will take place in Los Angeles, Koreatown where participants will experience South
Korean food, a Korean historical museum, and the Korean Pavilion where everyone can
explore the shopping center.
b. Report of Recreation and Community Services Director (RCSD)
Deputy Director of Recreation and Community Services, Candice Cheung (DDRCS)
reported Doris Arbour will be the new representative for the Golden Senior Club. DDRCS
reported on and handed out volunteer applications. Individuals who are interested in
becoming a volunteer for senior services can turn in an application to the Arcadia
Community Center.
DDRCS Cheung reported that every quarter future items will be included on the agenda.
If a commissioner would like to talk about a new idea during a meeting, the agenda item
must be associated with senior programs, events, or activities. DDRCS Cheung reminded
everyone to refer to their Boards and Commissions Handbook. DDRCS read the following
information from the handbook. Individual members should notask staff to commit to work
that has not been budgeted for work that has not been approved by City Council in a public
meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Mazone adjourned the meeting at 4:42 p.m. to Thursday, October 2, 2025,
at 4:00 p.m. in the Recreation Conference Room, 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia.
Chairperson
Marilyn Mazone
Secret
Annie Sumioka