Senior Citizens Advisory Commission
Regular MeetingHenderson, NV · October 9, 2024
Minutes
CITY OF HENDERSON
SENIOR CITIZENS ADVISORY
COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Joanna Gerali called the Senior Citizens Advisory Commission meeting to
order at 3:00 p.m., at the Heritage Park Senior Facility, 300 South Racetrack
Road, Henderson, Nevada 89015.
II. CONFIRMATION OF POSTING AND ROLL CALL
Anthony Rossa, Administrative Assistant III, confirmed the Senior Citizens
Advisory Commission meeting had been noticed in compliance with the Nevada
Open Meeting Law.
PRESENT: Chair Joanna Gerali
Judy Belanger
Anita Gant
Alan Gerstner
Ed Long
Delwin Potter
Roop Raich
David Tulanian
Favil West
Audrey Woods
ABSENT: Steve Boyce (excused)
STAFF: Melanie Larsen, Nutritional Supervisor Senior Services
Anthony Rossa, Administrative Assistant III
Jonathan Rodriguez, Planner II
Nancy Savage, Assistant City Attorney
Sindatuk Ulama, Deputy City Clerk
III. PUBLIC COMMENT
Liz Baldizan, no zip code provided, informed the Commission about a TakeFive
workshop on Friday, October 11, 2024, addressing isolation and loneliness.
IV. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA (For Possible Action)
(Motion)
Commissioner Favil West introduced a motion to accept the agenda, as
presented.
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(Vote)
The vote favoring passage was unanimous. Chair Joanna Gerali declared the
motion carried.
V. NEW BUSINESS
1 MINUTES
SENIOR CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING
JULY 10, 2024
PARKS AND RECREATION
(Motion)
Commissioner Anita Gant introduced a motion to approve the Senior Citizens
Advisory Commission Meeting minutes of July 10, 2024.
(Vote)
The vote favoring passage was unanimous. Chair Joanna Gerali declared the
motion carried.
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COMMISSION
PARKS AND RECREATION
(Motion)
Commissioner Favil West moved to elect Commissioner Ed Long as
chairperson for the Senior Citizens Advisory Commission.
(Vote)
The roll call vote was: Those voting aye: Commissioner Ed Long, Commissioner
David Tulanian, Commissioner Favil West. Those voting nay: Commissioner
Judy Belanger, Commissioner Anita Gant, Commissioner Alan Gerstner,
Commissioner Delwin Potter, Commissioner Roop Raich, Commissioner Audrey
Woods. Those absent: Commissioner Steve Boyce. Those abstaining: (None).
Result: Fail.
(Motion)
Commissioner David Long moved to elect Commissioner Joanna Gerali as
chairperson for the Senior Citizens Advisory Commission.
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(Vote)
The roll call vote was: Those voting aye: Commissioner Judy Belanger,
Commissioner Anita Gant, Commissioner Alan Gerstner, Commissioner Delwin
Potter, Commissioner Roop Raich, Commissioner David Tulanian,
Commissioner Audrey Woods. Those voting nay: Commissioner Ed Long,
Commissioner Favil West. Those absent: Commissioner Steve Boyce. Those
abstaining: (None). Result: Pass
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ADVISORY COMMISSION
PARKS AND RECREATION
(Motion)
Commissioner Audrey Woods moved to elect Commissioner Ed Long as
chairperson for the Senior Citizens Advisory Commission.
(Vote)
The vote favoring passage was unanimous. Chair Joanna Gerali declared the
motion carried.
4 HENDERSON AGE-FRIENDLY ACTION PLAN 2024
PARKS AND RECREATION
Jonathan Rodriguez, Planner II, thanked the Senior Center Advisory
Commission for their contribution to the 2024 Age-Friendly Action Plan, and
spoke about plan details, including:
Background
Community profile
Public Outreach and Engagement
Plan development
Update goals and strategies
A discussion ensued regarding the safety of senior citizens.
5 SENIOR AUXILIARY PRESENTATION
PARKS AND RECREATION
Carol Ross reported on upcoming events hosted by the Henderson Seniors’
Auxiliary.
Commissioner Ed Long stated the Henderson Seniors’ Auxiliary does a great
job hosting events and birthday parties.
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6 AUTHORIZE PARTICIPATION BY SENIOR CITIZENS ADVISORY
COMMISSION MEMBERS AT UPCOMING EVENTS FROM
OCTOBER 10, 2024, TO NOVEMBER 12, 2024.
PARKS AND RECREATION
(Motion)
Commissioner Audrey Woods moved to approve participation and attendance in
upcoming community programs or events as a representative of the
Commission for October 10, 2024, to November 12, 2024.
(Vote)
The vote favoring passage was unanimous. Chair Joanna Gerali declared the
motion carried.
7 STAFF REPORT
PARKS AND RECREATION
Melanie Larsen, Nutritional Supervisor Senior Services, reported on the
following:
The City of Henderson closed out the summer season of Battle Born Kids
Youth and Teen summer programming.
The Heritage Park Senior Facility kitchen renovation is complete.
The City of Henderson Special Events and Cultural Arts have many
events planned at the Events plaza.
The annual Heritage Harvest festival will be held at the Heritage Park
Senior Facility on Saturday, October 12, 2024.
Danielle Norris, Parks and Recreation Manager, and Melanie Larsen,
Nutritional Supervisor, will be attending a Senior event called Take Five,
a private event with a topic on senior loneliness. The Senior Center
Advisory Commission (SCAC) has an opportunity to have a resource
table at this event, and it is open to all SCAC members to join.
VI. CHAIRMAN\MEMBER COMMENTS
Commissioner Ed Long encouraged members to partake in the wreath-making
class.
Commissioner Favil West proposed taking August 2025 and December 2025
off.
VII. SET NEXT MEETING
The next meeting was set for Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at 3:00 p.m.
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VIII. PUBLIC COMMENT
Jonathan Rodriguez, Planner II, stated the Army street Farmers Market will be
held on October 25, 2024, and November 22, 2024.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to discuss, Chair Joanna Gerali adjourned the
meeting at 4:08 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
/s/ Sindatuk Ulama
Sindatuk Ulama
Deputy City Clerk
Agenda
CITY OF HENDERSON
SENIOR CITIZENS ADVISORY
COMMISSION
AGENDA
Wednesday, October 9, 2024 Heritage Park Senior Facility Conference Room
3:00 PM 300 S. Racetrack Road
Meeting Inquiries: (702) 267-4127 Henderson, Nevada 89015
For those requiring special assistance or accommodation to attend or participate in this
meeting, arrangements for a sign language interpreter or services necessary for effective
communication for qualified persons with disabilities should be made as soon as possible,
but no later than 72 hours before the scheduled event. Please contact Anthony Rossa at
(702) 267-4127 or TTY: 7-1-1 at least 72 hours in advance to request a sign language
interpreter. You may also submit your request by using Contact Henderson.
The Chairman reserves the right to hear agenda items out of order, combine two or more
agenda items for consideration, remove an item from the agenda, or delay discussion
relating to an item on the agenda at any time.
Public comment will be taken at the designated Public Comment periods. Individuals will be
limited to three (3) minutes and spokespersons for a group will be limited to ten (10) minutes
at the discretion of the Chairman.
The Chairman reserves the right to curtail abusive, offensive, inflammatory or repetitive
comments that disrupt, disturb or otherwise impede the orderly conduct of the meeting. See
NRS 241.030(4)(a). Examples of disruptive conduct include, without limitation, yelling,
stamping of feet, whistles, applause, heckling, name calling, use of profanity, personal
attacks, physical intimidation, threatening use of physical force, assault, battery, or any other
acts intended to impede the meeting or infringe on the rights of the board and/or committee
members, City staff, or meeting participants.
Backup materials for agenda items can be found in the Office of the City Clerk or on the
City's website at: http://www.cityofhenderson.com. To request backup materials, please
contact Anthony Rossa at (702) 267-4127.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. CONFIRMATION OF POSTING AND ROLL CALL
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III. PUBLIC COMMENT
Public Comment during this portion of the agenda must be limited to matters on
the agenda. Individuals will be limited to three (3) minutes and spokespersons
for a group will be limited to ten (10) minutes at the discretion of the Chairman.
The Chairman reserves the right to curtail abusive, offensive, inflammatory or
repetitive comments that disrupt, disturb or otherwise impede the orderly
conduct of the meeting. In addition, any person willfully disrupting the meeting
may be removed from the room by the presiding officer. See NRS
241.030(4)(a). Examples of disruptive conduct include, without limitation,
yelling, stamping of feet, whistles, applause, heckling, name calling, use of
profanity, personal attacks, physical intimidation, threatening use of physical
force, assault, battery, or any other acts intended to impede the meeting or
infringe on the rights of the board and/or committee members, City staff, or
meeting participants.
IV. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA (For Possible Action)
V. NEW BUSINESS
1 MINUTES
SENIOR CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING
JULY 10, 2024
PARKS AND RECREATION
For Possible Action.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve
Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Meeting minutes of July 10, 2024.
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COMMISSION
PARKS AND RECREATION
For Possible Action.
RECOMMENDATION: Elect
Commission members will elect a chairperson for the Senior Citizens Advisory
Commission.
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ADVISORY COMMISSION
PARKS AND RECREATION
For Possible Action.
RECOMMENDATION: Elect
Commission members will elect a Vice-Chairperson for the Senior Citizens
Advisory Commission.
4 HENDERSON AGE-FRIENDLY ACTION PLAN 2024
PARKS AND RECREATION
For Information and Discussion Only
Jonathan Rodriguez, Planner II, will present on the 2024 Age-Friendly Action
Plan that was accepted by City Council in June 2024.
5 SENIOR AUXILIARY PRESENTATION
PARKS AND RECREATION
For Information and Discussion Only
Henderson Senior Auxiliary will give a report on the activities of the
organization.
6 AUTHORIZE PARTICIPATION BY SENIOR CITIZENS ADVISORY
COMMISSION MEMBERS AT UPCOMING EVENTS FROM OCTOBER 10,
2024, TO NOVEMBER 12, 2024.
PARKS AND RECREATION
For Possible Action.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve
Commission members will discuss and approve whether Commissioners may
officially attend or participate in upcoming community programs or events as a
representative of the Commission for October 10, 2024, to November 12, 2024.
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7 STAFF REPORT
PARKS AND RECREATION
For Information and Discussion Only
Parks and Recreation staff will give an update on recent events at the Heritage
Park Senior Facility and the Downtown Senior Center.
VI. CHAIRMAN\MEMBER COMMENTS
The Chairman and Members may speak on any subject under this section of the
agenda. Chairman and Members may comment on matters including, without
limitation, future agenda items, upcoming meeting dates, and meeting
procedures. Comments made cannot be acted upon or discussed at this
meeting, but may be placed on a future agenda for consideration.
VII. SET NEXT MEETING
VIII. PUBLIC COMMENT
Items discussed under this Public Comment period cannot be acted upon at this
meeting, but may be referred to a future agenda for consideration. Individuals
will be limited to three (3) minutes and spokespersons for a group will be limited
to ten (10) minutes, at the discretion of the Chairman. The Chairman reserves
the right to curtail abusive, offensive, inflammatory or repetitive comments that
disrupt, disturb or otherwise impede the orderly conduct of the meeting. In
addition, any person willfully disrupting the meeting may be removed from the
room by the presiding officer. See NRS 241.030(4)(a). Examples of disruptive
conduct include, without limitation, yelling, stamping of feet, whistles, applause,
heckling, name calling, use of profanity, personal attacks, physical intimidation,
threatening use of physical force, assault, battery, or any other acts intended to
impede the meeting or infringe on the rights of the board and/or committee
members, City staff, or meeting participants.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
Posted not later than 9:00 a.m. of the third working day before the meeting, at the following locations:
City Hall, 240 South Water Street
Heritage Park Senior Facility, 300 S. Racetrack Road
www.cityofhenderson.com
https://notice.nv.gov
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