Everett Senior Center Advisory Board

June 21, 2016 Minutes – 2016 Senior Center Advisory Board Attendees: Board Members Laura Burton Lynne Worley Excused Members Sue Johnson Mae Macy Barb Lester Barb Maier Bob Macy Ray Trichler City Staff Lori Cummings, Parks & Community Svcs. Dept Director Deb Loughrey-Johnson, Senior Center Director CALL TO ORDER Vice Chairperson Lynne Worley called the meeting to order at 8:15 followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Only two board members were present. CALL FOR CORRESPONDENCE None APPROVAL OF THE April 15, 2016 BOARD MINUTES Unable to approve without a quorum. REPORTS Deb introduced Lisa Harrison, the new Administrative Assistant who replaced Kathy Brownell, starting May 2nd. Member sharing: 3-5 minutes per board member (i.e. news, observations, etc.). Lori Cummings explained that this is modeled after the Park Board where each member has the opportunity to share news and other items. Lynne mentioned Elder Fair which will be on Thursday at the Holiday Inn scheduled from 9am to 1 pm. It is nice way for the seniors to learn about each facility, have giveaways and lots of information on how to ride the bus, etc. She commented that she wished people would consider options for senior housing before it becomes an emergency. Deb mentioned that it is also a great Networking opportunity and suggested that Laura get a booth next year as she is a realtor focusing on Seniors. Laura mentioned that the United Way is pulling some of their funding from multiple senior centers which will affect them significantly. Several Senior Centers wrote a letter to United Way and the editorial. Council Liaison report Did not attend. 1 Carl Gipson Senior Center | Recorded by: LHarrison  June 21, 2016 Minutes – 2016 Senior Center Advisory Board Closure update Deb shared the closure pamphlets and the members discussed the plans for when the center will be closed. Volunteers will be handing out candy, our pamphlets and flyers regarding the Saturday Dances at Elder Fair. Discussion was had about the Broadway Plaza apartments and issues regarding the kitchen being closed and the fact that they don’t have meals served even though their rent was supposed to include them. Lori asked how many of their residents attend here for the meals, Deb estimated about 40%. It was agreed that this appeared dysfunctional, trying to make it independent living even though that wasn’t the original plan. Deb explained that it is all part of Section 8 Everett Housing Authority. Lori asked who we should talk to about this. Deb explained that Martha from Senior Services has attended several meetings about this issue. NEW BUSINESS  A suggestion was made to send outlook invitation for meetings in the future.  Deb discussed the planning process that we will be using for long term planning for the Senior Center. Will include how to best use students, budget for events, activities we offer, GM, etc. Also includes looking at other programs and finding out how successful they were. Facility rentals is another thing to look at, including a cost analysis and solutions on how to staff events if the facility is rented out. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 20, 8 am. ADJOURNMENT Adjourned at 9 am. Minutes transcribed by Lisa Harrison, Administrative Assistant 2 Carl Gipson Senior Center | Recorded by: LHarrison