College Park Seniors Committee

Approved: 101618 College Park Seniors Committee City Hall – Council Chambers August 1, 2018 7:00 PM FINAL MINUTES Seniors Committee Members: PRESENT ABSENT P.J. Brennan X Pedro Manuel Guevara-Cordova X Mary Anne Hakes X Jackie Kelly X Bonnie McClellan X Darlene Nowlin X Arelis Perez X Rosemary Perticari X Also present: Bonnie Beck O’Brien, Resident; David Dorsch, Aging in Place Taskforce; Peggy Higgins, Youth and Family Services; Joi Woods, Contract Secretary I. Call to Order Mr. Brennan called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. A. Agenda Mr. Brennan opened the floor for amendments to the agenda. Mrs. Higgins requested to add the review of the budget and performance measures for College Park Neighbors Helping Neighbors(NHN-CP). The following items were added to the agenda: C. Review of NHN-CP Budget and Performance Measures, D. Meeting Dates for FY 2019, and E. Open Items II. Old Business A. Approval of the June 20, 2018 Minutes A correction was noted about Ms. Perez listed as absent, she was present. Mrs. McClellan motioned to approve the minutes with corrections for the June 20, 2018 meeting. Ms. Perez seconded the motion. All were in favor, none opposed. The motion passed. B. Review Committee’s charge and next steps  Mr. Brennan read the committee’s mission statement and vision, noting accomplished tasks and remaining goals for the committee. III. New Business C. Review of Neighbors Helping Neighbors College Park (NHN- CP) Budget FY 2019 and Performance Measures 1. Proposed Budget The committee reviewed and discussed the 2019 budget and performance measures to provide feedback to NHN-CP. Noted points of discussion included: • Proposed budget deadline for FY 2019 - October 2018, January 2019, or February 2019 • Pilot funds were awarded, funds are not recurring. Mr. Brennan will inquire further with the City Clerk’s Office about submission dates. 2. Goals and performance measures Mr. Brennan reviewed NHN-CP goals and performance measures. Noted points of discussion included: • A website and an e-mail address has been established for NHN-CP, a launch date has not been determined. Mr. Brennan is assisting Mr. Payne with constructing the website. Ms. Perticari will attend the next meeting to finalize the website. Mr. Brennan opened the floor for questions, comments, and feedback on the performance measures. Noted points of discussion included: • A need for alignment of NHN-CP budget needs before the committee’s presentation to the City Council • Identifying back up volunteers to support the role of the Volunteer Coordinator during vacation or illness • A need for a review of feedback from members served by NHN-CP to assess potential service gaps. The third fiscal quarter (early January) is the target date to collect feedback. Ms. Perticari will provide the committee with feedback data. • Creating a list of vendors to perform work for seniors. Ms. Perticari is working on a list of potential vendors. Discussion of liability insurance needs and use of disclaimers for service referrals was held. D. Confirmation of FY19 meeting dates • The committee is required to hold four meetings during the year. The committee will Identify priorities for 2019 before amending the current meeting structure. Discussion was postponed and revisited in Item F. E. Open Items 1. Recruitment of new Senior Committee members  • Carolyn Bernache has resigned as the Committee Co-chair, there is currently a need to identify a new co-chair and recruit another committee member. • Mr. Brennan will phase out of the role to as Co-chair by the end of the second fiscal quarter and encouraged other members to consider the role of Co-chair. 2. Discussion of 2019 Committee goals and focus The committee discussed ideas for 2019 initiatives and events • Partnership among the Seniors Committee, Exploration on Aging, and NHN- CP to host events o A volunteer celebration in November around Thanksgiving • Host a community meeting or providing a survey to create awareness of senior resources • Revisiting the Aging in Place report and survey • Creating awareness and engaging students in the NHN-CP volunteer network • Connecting University of Maryland organizations and students o Mr. Brennan has connected representative from Phi Psi Friends • Cross promotion of NHN-CP on behalf of the committee through The Diamondback, Social Media advertising (Facebook page for Seniors Committee, and Next door) • Seniors Resource Guide and distribution list for seniors- collaborating with NHN-CP and interfacing with College Park City Staff to Identify city resources • Using technology to promote personal interaction with Alexa products o College Park Community Foundation (CPCF) is accepting grants until August 20, 2018 to award funds up to $1,500.00 -Submitting a grant proposal to pursue funds to purchase 5 Alexa Show devices -Partnering with UMD Faculty in social research studies and providing technical support for seniors to use the Alexa Devices -identifying candidates for the device- use of the Alexa devices requires a wireless internet connection Mrs. McClellan motioned to move forward with a grant proposal for CPCF. Ms. Kelly seconded the motion. All were in favor, none opposed. The motion passed. • CP Seniors Incentive Programs  o Explore options to work with the Department of Economic Development to create incentives like Early Bird Programs, CP Senior discount cards, and capitalizing on other existing discounts • Senior Parking The committee discussed free parking options for seniors including o A nominal fee for senior parking permits o Finite goals of smaller areas throughout the city for a short period of time, focusing on areas that are controlled by the city o Capitalizing on out of school time for the University to approach local businesses to explore options • Senior Pride & Social Events o Bumper stickers, cards, and other collateral o Senior Prom – University Seniors & College Park Seniors; Partnership with Mrs. Blackwell of UMD to host the event o Senior Resource Fair, possible collaborations with other committees, and possible venues- Aviation Museum o Cross generational efforts: Adopted-Grandparent events -Collaboration with College Park Community Center/ M-NCPPC o Promoting Wellness & Physical Activity through collaboration with UMD Faculty College Park Community Center/ M-NCPPC F. Committee meeting dates for FY19 The committee discussed: • Meeting schedule options: The first Wednesday of September, October, November, January, February, March at 7:00 pm. • Meeting formats-Webinar/phone meetings Mrs. McClellan motioned to adopt the modified meeting schedule. Ms. Perez seconded the motion. All were in favor, none opposed. The motion passed. IV. Adjournment Mrs. McClellan motioned to adjourn the meeting. Ms. Perez seconded the motion. All were in favor; none opposed. The motion passed. The meeting was adjourned at 8:34 p.m.