HomeMy WebLinkAboutSC Minutes: 11/06/2025SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
November 6, 2025
CALL TO ORDER - Chairperson Mazone called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Chairperson Mazone
ROLL CALL OF COMMISSIONERS
PRESENT:
Arzate, Curley, Laczko, Mazone, and Sherman
EXCUSED:
Arbour
ABSENT:
Arasawa
A motion was made by Commissioner Curley seconded by Chairperson Mazone and
unanimously carried to excuse Commissioners Arbour.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS - None
1. PUBLIC COMMENTS- None
REPORTS FROM SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner Laczko informed everyone that tickets for the 2025 Enchant Christmas Light
Event are on sale. The event will be held at Santa Anita Park from November 21, 2025,
through December 28, 2025. Commissioner Laczko reported that the Arcadia Festival of
Bands will be held on November 22, 2025. Commissioner Laczko reported she will not be
able to attend the next Senior Commission meeting on December 4, 2025, as she will be out
of state.
Commissioner Curley reported that the Bargain Box is holding their annual Holiday Boutique
on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, through November 8, 2025. The store will have holiday
toys, games, decorations and many more holiday items. Doors open from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00
p.m. Commissioner Curley reported donations will continue to be accepted the week of
November 10. Commissioner Curley reported the Assistance League has been able to
provide clothing and school supplies to 350 children.
Vice -Chairperson Sherman reported that the Men's Club members are looking to meet at a
different location due to the scheduling conflict with room availability at the Arcadia
Community Center. Commissioner Curley responded that if the Men's Club is interested in
meeting at the Assistance League, she would need to be notified and will follow up.
Chairperson Mazone reported she was impressed with the newly renovated Newcastle Park.
Chairperson Mazone reported on upcoming trips. On November 6, 2025, participants will
visit and tour the Gibbons Conservation Center where they have endangered primates. After
the tour, participants will have lunch followed by a tour of the Guide Dogs of America facility
where they will learn how guide dogs are raised and trained. On December 6, 2025,
participants will enjoy an afternoon touring the lavish decorated Banning House in
Wilmington. On December 31, 2025, participants will bring on the new year with
entertainment and dancing by the Moon Rays musical band. Day trip and extended trip
information is available in the monthly Connection Newsletter and through their website at
www.arcadiatravelers.org.
Commissioner Arzate reported his daughter will be performing at the Arcadia Performing
Arts Center in A Christmas Carol, which will be held starting November 13, 2025. Parents were
asked to sponsor the event and Commissioner Arzate purchased an advertisement to
promote the Arcadia Senior programs and events.
REPORT FROM CITY COUNCIL MEMBER LIAISON
Council Member Michael Cao reported that the City of Arcadia has signed the first of many
2028 Olympic Committee Agreements. The agreement outlines the framework for the
preparation of the upcoming Santa Anita Park, where the equestrian Olympic games will be
held.
2. CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Regular meeting minutes of October 2. 2025.
Recommended Action: Approve
It was moved by Vice -Chairperson Sherman seconded by Commissioner Arzate and
unanimously carried on roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Item 2.a.
AYES:
Arzate, Curley, Laczko, and Sherman
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Arazawa, Arbour
ABSTAIN:
Mazone
3. REGULAR ITEMS
a. Report of Recreation Supervisor Annie Sumioka (RS)
Recreation Supervisor, Annie Sumioka (RS) reported on the following senior programs and
events. The Moon Festival event was held on October 3, 2025, with 111 participants. The
annual event included a musical performance with a Chinese Harp called Guzheng, along
with traditional Chinese food, and a mooncake for everyone to enjoy. On October 13, 2025,
Sustainable Arcadia presented a vegetable planting garden seminar. On October 17, 2025,
Bingo was held with an Oktoberfest theme where participants enjoyed lunch, refreshments,
dessert, and fun prizes. On October 31, 2025, the Monster Mash event was held with 80
participants dressed up in their fun costumes. The event included lunch, games, goody bags,
dancing, and a costume contest. On November 10, 2025, the Annual Veterans Day
celebration will take place at the Arcadia Community Center. On November 13, 2025, the first
Table Tennis Tournament event will be held where senior players will be able to show their
skills. On November 15, 2025, a nature hike will be available for participants. The hike event
includes roundtrip transportation from the Arcadia Community Center and guided by
Recreation Supervisor, Gina Hernandez. On November 15, 2025, the popular Taste the Town
program will take place at Menya Hanabi restaurant in Arcadia for traditional Japanese food.
On November 26, 2025, the Thanksgiving Feast luncheon will be held for seniors and will
include traditional Thanksgiving fixings.
b. Report of Recreation and Community Services Director (RCSD)
Recreation and Community Services Director Sara Somogyi (RCSD) reported there are many
events during the holiday season including the popular Breakfast with Santa which sells out
each year. RCSD Somogyi reminded everyone about the cookie exchange at the December
4, 2025, meeting. Lastly, RCSD Somogyi wished everyone a happy holiday season and
reminded everyone there will not be a meeting on January 1, 2026, as it falls on a holiday.
ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Mazone adjourned the meeting at 4:50 p.m. to Thursday, December 4, 2025, at
4:00 p.m. in the Recreation Conference Room, 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia.
Chai verso Secretary
Marilyn Mazone Annie Sumioka