HomeMy WebLinkAboutSC Minutes: 09/03/2026SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 3, 2026
CALL TO ORDER -Chairperson Sherman called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE -Chairperson Sherman
ROLL CALL OF COMMISSIONERS
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Arbour, Liao, Mazone, Salter, Sherman, Yeung
Meyer
A motion was made by Chairperson Sherman seconded by Vice-Chairperson Salter and
unanimously carried to excuse Commissioners Meyer.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS-None
1.PUBLIC COMMENTS - None
REPORTS FROM SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSIONERS
Vice-Chairperson Salter reported the Bargain Box was closed August 24, 2026, through
September 5, 2026. The Bargain Box was selected for an Eagle Scout project. The project
includes upgrading the planters in their parking lot. The Arcadia, Alhambra, and Garvey
school districts have requested school backpacks. To date there have been 121 bags filled
by Operation School Bell. Vice-Chairperson Salter reported that on August 29, 2026, the
Assistance League was recognized for their community work at the Downtown Arcadia
Community Night.
Commissioner Arbour reported the Golden Senior Club meets Thursdays at 11 :00 a.m.
During their meetings in August, members begin with a prayer, followed by singing,
socializing, exercising, and Bingo. Once per month club members celebrate birthdays.
Chairperson Sherman reported on the Senior Men's Club. There are currently seven
members who meet every Monday at the Community Center from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to
play pinochle. The oldest club member is 99 years of age and enjoys the game.
Commissioner Mazone reported that the Arcadia Traveler's Board meeting was held on
August 20, 2026. Their general meeting was on August 28, 2026. The guest speaker at the
general meeting was Will Reece from Premier Worlds Discovery. Mr. Reece presented on the