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Senior Citizens Advisory Commission

Regular Meeting

Henderson, NV · November 12, 2025

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CITY OF HENDERSON SENIOR CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTES Wednesday, November 12, 2025 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 Steve Boyce Alan Gernster Ed Long (arrived at 3:27 p.m.) Delwin Potter Roop Raich David Tulanian Favil West Audrey Woods ABSENT: Judy Belanger (excused) STAFF: Steven Brown, Police Sergeant Sterling Candland, Police Officer Lucas Gornichec, Police Sergeant Melanie Larsen, Nutritional Supervisor Danielle Norris, Parks and Recreation Manager Rebecca Risse, Assistant City Attorney Anthony Rossa, Administrative Assistant III Haven Tillmon, Police Captain Sindatuk Ulama, Deputy City Clerk III. PUBLIC COMMENT There were no public comments presented. Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Meeting Page 2 of 5 Wednesday, November 12, 2025 – Minutes IV. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA Anthony Rossa, Administrative Assistant III, read the following change into the record: Item 4 should state “for November and December 2025” instead of “from October to November 2025.” (Motion) Commissioner Favil West introduced a motion to accept the agenda, as amended. (Vote) The vote favoring passage was unanimous. Chair Joanna Gerali declared the motion carried. V. NEW BUSINESS 1 MINUTES SENIOR CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING OCTOBER 8, 2025 PARKS AND RECREATION (Motion) Commissioner Favil West introduced a motion to approve the Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Meeting minutes of October 8, 2025. (Vote) The vote favoring passage was unanimous. Chair Joanna Gerali declared the motion carried. Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Meeting Page 3 of 5 Wednesday, November 12, 2025 – Minutes 2 GUEST SPEAKER POLICE OFFICER CANDLAND AND POLICE CAPTAIN TILLMON HENDERSON POLICE DEPARTMENT PRESENTATION PARKS AND RECREATION AND HENDERSON POLICE DEPARTMENT Police Captain Haven Tillmon introduced Police Officer Sterling Candland, Police Sergeant Lucas Gornichec, and Police Sergeant Steven Brown to the Commission. Captain Tillmon provided a presentation and spoke regarding crime statistics in the East Area Command, including car accidents, and the process of filing complaints and concerns online through Contact Henderson. Officer Candland continued the presentation and spoke about when it is appropriate to call 311 versus 911, holiday safety, crime prevention, the Henderson Police Department retail blitz, and ways to aid law enforcement. Sergeant Gornichec introduced himself, provided background on the Henderson Police Department Fraud Division, and spoke about common scams, ways to identify them, and steps to take after discovering fraud and scams. A discussion ensued regarding common scams aimed at senior citizens and the Henderson Police Citizens Academy. 3 NUTRITION SERVICES PRESENTATION PARKS AND RECREATION Danielle Norris, Parks and Recreation Manager, introduced Melanie Larsen, Nutritional Supervisor, to the Commission. Mrs. Larsen provided an update on the following:  Heritage Harvest Festival on November 15, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  Fourth Annual Meals on Wheels Angel Tree Program.  Thanksgiving Meal on November 26, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.  December Meal on December 18, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.  Holiday Dessert Assortment.  Christmas Raffle at Heritage Park Senior Facility on December 18, 2025.  Heritage Park Senior Facility Meadows Cafe Catering. A discussion ensued regarding the Angel Tree Program, the process to place catering orders from the Meadows Café, catering options, and room rental at the Heritage Park Senior Facility. Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Meeting Page 4 of 5 Wednesday, November 12, 2025 – Minutes 4 AUTHORIZE PARTICIPATION BY SENIOR CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMISSION MEMBERS AT UPCOMING EVENTS FROM OCTOBER TO NOVEMBER 2025. PARKS AND RECREATION Note: This item should state “for November and December 2025” instead of “from October to November 2025.” Chair Joanna Gerali and Commissioner Audrey Woods stated they will be attending the Heritage Harvest Festival on November 15, 2025. (Motion) Commissioner Audrey Woods motioned to approve Commissioners to officially attend or participate in upcoming community programs or events on the Henderson Events Calendar as a representative of the Commission for November and December 2025. (Vote) The vote favoring passage was unanimous. Chair Joanna Gerali declared the motion carried. 5 SENIOR AUXILIARY PRESENTATION PARKS AND RECREATION The commission reviewed the Henderson Senior Auxiliary upcoming events for November 2025. 6 STAFF REPORT PARKS AND RECREATION Danielle Norris, Parks and Recreation Manager, gave an update on recent events at the Heritage Park Senior Facility and the Downtown Senior Center, including:  The Heritage Harvest Festival.  Resignation of Commissioner Anita Gant.  Applications under review to fill the Senior Center Advisory Commission vacancy. Responding to a question asked by Commissioner Ed Long regarding the Heritage Harvest Festival, Ms. Norris stated the City has taken steps in the event of inclement weather. Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Meeting Page 5 of 5 Wednesday, November 12, 2025 – Minutes VI. CHAIRMAN\MEMBER COMMENTS Commissioner Alan Gerstner expressed his gratitude to the Heritage Park Senior Facility for allowing him to teach his classes, Mastering the iPhone and Staying Safe Online, and stated more classes will be offered in 2026, beginning January. Commissioner Audrey Woods thanked veterans for their service. Chair Joanna Gerali thanked Commissioner Woods for bringing treats, and thanked Danielle Norris and Anthony Rossa for coordinating the meeting. VII. SET NEXT MEETING The next meeting was set for January 14, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. VIII. PUBLIC COMMENT There were no public comments presented. IX. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to discuss, Chair Joanna Gerali adjourned the meeting at 3:55 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, /s/ Sindatuk Ulama Sindatuk Ulama Deputy City Clerk

Agenda

CITY OF HENDERSON SENIOR CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMISSION AGENDA Wednesday, November 12, 2025 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 Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Meeting Page 2 of 4 Wednesday, November 12, 2025 - Agenda 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 OCTOBER 8, 2025 PARKS AND RECREATION For Possible Action. RECOMMENDATION: Approve Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Meeting minutes of October 8, 2025. 2 GUEST SPEAKER POLICE OFFICER CANDLAND AND POLICE CAPTAIN TILLMON HENDERSON POLICE DEPARTMENT PRESENTATION PARKS AND RECREATION AND HENDERSON POLICE DEPARTMENT For Information and Discussion Only Police Officer Sterling Candland and Police Captain Haven Tillmon, with the Henderson Police Department, will present on Holiday Safety, Crime Stats and when to call 311 versus 911. Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Meeting Page 3 of 4 Wednesday, November 12, 2025 - Agenda 3 NUTRITION SERVICES PRESENTATION PARKS AND RECREATION For Information and Discussion Only Danielle Norris, Parks and Recreation Manager, will provide an update on the Heritage Park Senior Facility Meadows Cafe Catering, the Holiday Dessert Assortment, upcoming holiday meals for seniors, and the Fourth Annual Meals on Wheels Angel Tree Program. 4 AUTHORIZE PARTICIPATION BY SENIOR CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMISSION MEMBERS AT UPCOMING EVENTS FROM OCTOBER TO NOVEMBER 2025. 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 and November 2025. 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 STAFF REPORT PARKS AND RECREATION For Information and Discussion Only RECOMMENDATION: N/A Parks and Recreation staff will give an update on recent events at the Heritage Park Senior Facility and the Downtown Senior Center. Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Meeting Page 4 of 4 Wednesday, November 12, 2025 - Agenda 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 South Racetrack Road www.cityofhenderson.com https://notice.nv.gov

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