Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

CITY OF HENDERSON SENIOR CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTES August 20, 2014 I. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Dan Hyde called the Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 5:30 p.m., at 240 Water Street, Henderson City Hall, in the Council Chambers Conference Room. II. CONFIRMATION OF POSTING AND ROLL CALL Joanne Wershba, Recording Secretary, confirmed the meeting had been posted in accordance with the Open Meeting Law by posting the agenda three working days prior to the meeting at City Hall, Multigenerational Center, Whitney Ranch Recreation Center, and Fire Station No. 86. Present: Chairman Dan Hyde Liz Baldizan (arrived at 5:44 p.m.) Jordan Flake Gina Joliff (arrived at 5:33 p.m.) Jo Ann McEvers Thomas Mullin Joyce Nies Duane Ruliffson Gavin Walker Absent: Francie Fields Fran Smith (excused) Staff: Corey Clark, Recreation Services Manager Nechole Garcia, Assistant City Attorney I Tedie Jackson, Council and Commission Services Reporter Joanne Wershba, Administrative Assistant III Guests: David Karel, David Karel Group Alice Sylva, Henderson Seniors’ Auxiliary Marianne Stanger, Henderson Seniors’ Auxiliary Briana Boess, Legal Resources Specialist Darci Stark, Kindred Healthcare Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Page 2 of 6 August 20, 2014 – Minutes III. PUBLIC COMMENT No comments were presented by the public. IV. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA (Motion) Ms. McEvers introduced a motion to accept the agenda as presented, seconded by Mr. Mullen. The vote favoring approval was unanimous. Chairman Hyde declared the motion carried. V. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1 ANNUAL WELLNESS/ASSESSMENT PROGRAM PUBLIC WORKS PARKS AND RECREATION Possible approval of dates, times, and locations for Annual Wellness/Assessment Program. Chairman Hyde commented that he attended a meeting at Vintage Seven Hills on July 22, 2014, and expressed concern that only three people attended this meeting. He asked for suggestions as to how to inspire seniors to attend these informational meetings. He believes the information is critically important to seniors’ well-being. It was noted that this event was advertised on a board. Chairman Hyde noted that another information meeting is scheduled for September 23 and 24, 2014, at MacDonald Ranch. 2 COLLABORATION WITH UNLV'S OLLI PROGRAM PUBLIC WORKS PARKS AND RECREATION Update/discuss collaboration with UNLV's OLLI program and other possible programs in service to the senior community. Corey Clark, Recreation Services Manager, reported that staff is currently discussing offering fall classes for this program at the Henderson Multigenerational Facility. They are working on identifying an instructor, timeline, format, and classes. Ms. McEvers commented that a patron is going to take nine OLLI classes, and he would be able to then share information at the Heritage Senior Center. A suggestion was made to promote this program at different senior centers throughout Henderson. Commission members could also volunteer to promote Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Page 3 of 6 August 20, 2014 – Minutes this program through their friends, family, associations, meetings, et cetera. VI. NEW BUSINESS 3 MINUTES JULY 16, 2014 PUBLIC WORKS PARKS AND RECREATION Adopt July 16, 2014 Senior Citizens Advisory Commission minutes. Under Guests, add Arnold Knightly, representing the Review Journal. Item 6, last sentence Ms. Stanger is the activities leader for the Crafty Crew. (Motion) Mr. Ruliffson introduced a motion to adopt the July 16, 2014, minutes, as amended, seconded by Mr. Walker. The vote favoring approval was unanimous. Chairman Hyde declared the motion carried. 4 OPPORTUNITIES FOR COLLABORATION WITH SUCCESSFUL AGING EXPO PUBLIC WORKS PARKS AND RECREATION Discuss and approve opportunities for collaboration with Successful Aging Expo scheduled for January 31, 2015. No update was provided. 5 HENDERSON SENIORS' AUXILIARY PUBLIC WORKS PARKS AND RECREATION Report on Henderson Senior's Auxiliary for July. Marianne Stanger, Henderson Seniors’ Auxiliary, reported that the mini-mart is doing well with approximately 130 patrons a week. The next ice cream social is September 16th, 17th, and 18th. The Fall Festival is September 20th and will include a raffle and silent auction. She said donations are needed for the yard sale on September 5th, and for the Poverello House, which help homeless individuals. Items needed include: dishes, silverware, full-size toiletries, laundry soap, and socks. Responding to a question by Ms. Stanger as to whether the Commission will sponsor a table at the Successful Aging Expo in January, staff explained that the details are unknown at this time. Melissa McCabe will be invited to the next meeting to give an update on this event. Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Page 4 of 6 August 20, 2014 – Minutes It was noted that the Henderson Community Expo is scheduled for Saturday, October 18, 2014, at the Galleria Mall, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Commission may want to consider attending this event to share information regarding events and programs that benefit seniors. 6 INFORMATIONAL SENIOR ISSUES PUBLIC WORKS PARKS AND RECREATION Commission members to discuss and approve a subject for an article would be included in the weekly report at Heritage Park Senior Facility. Chairman Hyde said he met with Lisa Sich, representing the Henderson Community Foundation, to discuss a transportation component and trying to get a donation of $5,000.00 to get started. He reported that a non-profit organization called The Foundation Assisting Seniors is willing to donate money for this effort; however, he questioned the legality of one non-profit organization donating to another non-profit organization. Nechole Garcia, Assistant City Attorney I, commented that she does not know of any conflicts, but will research this issue and report at the next meeting. Ms. Baldizan distributed and reviewed a handout entitled “Senior Newswire,” and suggested that information in this newsletter can be provided to patrons at the Heritage Senior Center. She offered to will follow up the outlet who publishes this newsletter to see if they will give consent to share this information. 7 STAFF REPORT PUBLIC WORKS PARKS AND RECREATION Recreation Services Manager, Corey Clark will give a staff report and an update on the Heritage Park Senior Facility. He will also give a follow up to concerns that were presented by Vice Chair, Duane Ruliffson during the July 16, 2014, meeting. Regarding an issue brought up at the last meeting about seniors being tired of sales pitches, Corey Clark, Recreation Services Manager, apologized for the misunderstanding and noted that the comment was taken out of context. He stated that staff wants feedback, support, and ideas from the Commission. Mr. Clark reported that the United Riders (formerly ITN) transportation enrollment is at 90 and continues to increase. He noted that there are problems with new drivers not meeting the needs of folks using the program, such as helping them on and off the vehicles. Ms. McEvers said she hears complaints that some people miss the bus Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Page 5 of 6 August 20, 2014 – Minutes because it is coming early, no reservation found, and people are waiting hours for the bus. She noted that the driver of the blue van does not help seniors off the vehicle. Mr. Clark noted that City staff is communicating issues with United Riders and they are resolving issues. He commented that Fran Smith can discuss these concerns at the next meeting. Mr. Clark reviewed the Heritage Park Senior Facility July 2014 Report. He noted that staff is working with Gavin Walker to host an exhibition to display art work from the Facility at his office on September 11, 2014. Staff is organizing an excursion from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and refreshments will be provided. The address for the location is 1368 Paseo Verde, Suite 200B. Mr. Clark noted that some of the artwork will be for sale and frames and gift bags will be given out or raffled. Regarding the Senior Newswire, Mr. Clark noted staff may need printed articles which fit in the existing patron newsletter. He suggested that the commission could select one of the topics from the Senior Newswire to be used as a reference in the patron newsletter. He suggested this issue needs to be discussed further. Regarding low attendance at the Facility, Mr. Clark noted that participation improved slightly since last month’s report and the return of seniors who travel during the summer (snowbirds) is expected to increase participation. VII. CHAIRMAN\MEMBER COMMENTS Ms. McEvers commented that the City of Henderson Public Works/Parks and Recreation Department is undergoing a comprehensive review of pricing structure. She expressed concern that a meeting to review information is scheduled at the Henderson Multigenerational Facility; however, many seniors cannot travel to this location. Mr. Clark commented that he could not recall the locations the meeting was being offered and would report back to the commission with more information. Chairman Hyde asked that this item be on the next agenda for discussion. VIII. SET NEXT MEETING The next regularly scheduled meeting will be held on September 17, 2014, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers Conference Room of City Hall. IX. PUBLIC COMMENT Jordan Flake, reported that his law firm is planning a Free Will Friday campaign Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Page 6 of 6 August 20, 2014 – Minutes to provide legal aid to under-served populations and seniors. They will go to community centers, senior centers, and senior living communities to provide pro bono services. He asked for thoughts and input from the Commission members. Briana Boess, Legal Resources Specialist, noted that this campaign will be launched at the Henderson Community Expo event at the Galleria Mall on October 18, 2014. She noted that the goal is to offer this free service weekly. David Karel, David Karel Group, reported that the Commission is sponsoring two Medicare Informational events on Tuesday, September 23, 2014, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Sun City Anthem; and Wednesday, September 24, 2014, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Sun City MacDonald Ranch. Mr. Karel introduced a guest, Darci Stark, representing Kindred Healthcare Rehabilitation Hospital. He noted that a Kindred Healthcare representative will also speak at these events. X. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 6:40 p.m. Respectfully submitted, ________________________ Tedie Jackson, Council and Commission Services Reporter