Lodi Senior Citizens Commission

LODI SENIOR CITIZENS AGENDA – Regular Meeting Date: June 1, 2023 COMMISSION Time: 8:00AM Hutchins Street Square – Holz Room 125 S. Hutchins Street, Lodi For information regarding this Agenda please contact: Tyler Ashbaugh Recreation Manager Telephone: (209) 269-4873 Notice Regarding Public Comments Public Comment may be submitted in the following ways:  In-person – Hutchins Street Square is open to the public in accordance with CDPH and CalOSHA guidelines.  Email – tashbaugh@lodi.gov  Received no later than two hours prior to the meeting  Mail – Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services Department, P.O. Box 3006, Lodi, CA 95241  Hand delivered to: Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services Department, 230 W. Elm Street, Lodi, CA 95240  Received no later than two hours prior to the meeting A. Call to Order/Roll Call B. Minutes B-1 Approve May 4, 2023 Minutes C. Comments by Public (Non-Agenda Items) If you wish to address the Commission, please refer to the Notice at the beginning of this agenda. Individuals are limited to one appearance during this section of the Agenda. D. Action Items None E. Regular Agenda – Discussion Items E-1 Discuss Red Alert Program and Plans for Implementation F. Comments by the Commission and Staff on Non-Agenda Items G. Adjournment Pursuant to Section 54956(a) of the Government Code of the State of California, this agenda was posted at least 72 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting at a public place freely accessible to the public 24 hours a day. ______________________________ Tyler Ashbaugh Recreation Manager Revised 10/2021 5/24/2023 10:51 AM LODI SENIORS CITIZENS COMMISSION June 1, 2023 PAGE TWO **Notice: Pursuant to Government Code §54954.3(a), public comments may be directed to the legislative body concerning any item contained on the agenda for this meeting before (in the cast of Closed Session items) or during consideration of the item. All staff reports or other written documentation relating to each item of business referred to on the agenda are on file in the Office of the City Clerk, located at 221 W. Pine Street, Lodi, and are available for public inspection. Agendas and staff reports are also posted on the City’s website at www.lodi.gov. If requested, the agenda shall be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. Sec. 12132), and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof. To make a request for disability-related modification or accommodation contact the City Clerk’s Office as soon as possible and at least 72 hours prior to the meeting date. Language interpreter requests must be received at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting to help ensure availability. Contact Tyler Ashbaugh at (209) 269-4873. Solicitudes de interpretación de idiomas deben ser recibidas por lo menos con 72 horas de anticipación a la reunión para ayudar a asegurar la disponibilidad. Llame a Tyler Ashbaugh (209) 269-4873.  MEETING MINUTES LODI SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSION THURSDAY, May 4, 2023 8:00 AM MEETING A. Roll Call Meeting was called to order at 8:00 a.m. Present: Chair Woefel, Commissioners Schrenk, Legan, Whitmire, Spring Absent: None Staff Present: Recreation Manager Tyler Ashbaugh, Fire Chief Ken Johnson, Police Captain Eric Versteeg Public: None B. Minutes of February Regular Meeting Motion by Commissioner Schrenk to approve the minutes of February minutes. Second by Commissioner Whitmire. DISCUSSION None ACTION Ayes: Chair Woefel, Commissioners Schrenk, Legan, Whitmire, Spring Noes: None Absent: None Motion carried 5 – 0 DISCUSSION None C. Comments by the Public, Commission and Staff on Non-Agenda Items DISCUSSION None D. Action Items DISCUSSION None E. Regular Agenda – Discussion Items E-1 Discuss Red Alert Program and Plans for Implementation Commissioner Whitmire addressed the concerns of Lodi seniors in need of emergency services and care. The Red Alert Program was developed and in use about 15 years ago and has gone by the wayside. Commissioner Whitmire explained the need for implementing this program again. Adventist Health Hospital has acquired 20,000 Red Alert refrigerator magnets through Grant funding from the Lodi Memorial Foundation. This resource will provide important personal information about residents for first responders entering a senior home during emergency situations. Statistically, 25% of Lodi residents are seniors, so this would provide a huge benefit for residents. Applications will be completed by the Fire Department and sent to Commissioner Whitmire . Final revisions will be requested by Adventist Health. Marketing will be coordinated by Commissioner Whitmire and the Adventist Health marketing team. Some key features within the application should include emergency contacts, DNRs, special conditions that could complicate a call, and more. These features will be highlighted by the Fire Department.  Fire Chief Ken Johnson says it’s a must that Fire, PD and AMR are properly trained about the Red Alert Program so they can operate to the best of their ability with the resources available. Once instructions are received, first responders will begin implementing the necessary training. Fire Chief Ken Johnson added that notes can be inserted into the CAD system. There is no designated central location for this program because it is a joint effort from multiple organizations, but the resources will be distributed through the LOEL Center, Adventist Health, Partners, and local social workers. The drop-off location will be the LOEL Center. Fire Chief Ken Johnson recommended making a Proclamation at City Council to make an official announcement about the Red Alert Program. Commissioner Whitmire will seek Adventist Health approval since the hospital is the primary resource of the program. Commissioner Whitmire and Fire Chief Ken Johnson will be in contact to arrange and coordinate on processes and procedures for the Red Alert Program. Commissioner Whitmire will present the Commission with an update at the following meeting. E-2 Discuss 2-1-1 San Joaquin Marketing Plans Staff Tyler Ashbaugh presented Exhibit A which is a 2-1-1 resource flyer for publication. The Commissioners were in agreement to use the flyer for marketing on social media, in local fairs, newspapers, posting on the City website, sharing with PD and Fire, and National Night Out. Fire Chief Ken Johnson recommended to include 9-8-8, a Lifeline resource. F. Comments by the Commissioner and Staff on Non-Agenda Items Commissioner Whitmire explained the accomplishments of the Walkability program with the help of Public Works. Accomplishments include senior zone signage and lower speed limit signs in senior residential areas, and sidewalk concrete repairs. Public Works has been extremely responsive in helping improve our streets for the safety of Lodi residents. Chair Woefel addressed the date change of the Medicare Part D Health Fair to Sunday, October 22. Due to low participation on Sundays, the Commission has decided not to host a Resource Center in tandem with the Medicare Health Fair this year. G. Adjournment Meeting adjourned at 9:20 a.m.  LODI SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSION COMMUNICATION TO: Lodi Senior Citizens Commission DATE OF MEETING: June 1, 2023 FROM: Tyler Ashbaugh, Recreation Manager SUBJ: Discuss Red Alert Program and Plans for Implementation TYPE ACTION NEEDED: Discussion PREPARED BY: Tyler Ashbaugh, Recreation Manager RECOMMENDED ACTION: Discuss Red Alert Program and Plans for Implementation BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Commissioner Whitmire mentioned the “Red Alert Program” that was introduced in the past and recommended that it should be considered for reimplementation. The Red Alert program is a medical alert program that allows 911 personnel and first responders to access important medical and emergency contact information for participating members. When first responders arrive at homes to provide emergency care, they may have access to medical history, list of current medications, allergies, DNRO or advanced directives, and emergency contacts. Fire Chief, Ken Johnson and Police Captain, Eric VerSteeg attended the May meeting to provide emergency response information and practices to best fit the needs for the Red Alert Program. Post meeting, Commissioner Whitmire, Fire Department, and Police Department have teamed up to prepare the necessary processes and procedures in order to rollout the program effectively. Commissioner Whitmire will update the Senior Commission on the progress of the Red Alert Program and next steps. FUNDING CONSIDERATION OR IMPACT: None