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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Leadership Committee For Senior Services - 07/10/2014 - Special Leadership Committee for Senior Services Special Meeting Minutes Zavala Senior Center Thursday,July 10, 2014 ► The Meeting was called to order at 3:30 p.m. by I. Hobbs, Chairperson. ►Roll Call Members present: W. Hardeman, E. Flores, I. Hobbs, R. Irwin, H. Lopez,A. Martinez, and E. Savoy. Members absent: A. Cabral, B. Rye,V. Salinas, and B. Sayles. The City Secretary's office will be advised of the absentee record for A. Cabral and V. Salinas for formal review and follow up action. lo-Consider Committee Member Attendance Issues The attendance record was reviewed and discussion ensued regarding the current absentee issues. A motion was made by R. Irwin and seconded by A. Martinez,that committee member, B. Rye, be asked to step down from the LCSS committee, yet remain as an Ex-Officio member, due to absences. The motion was unanimously approved. A motion was made by I. Hobbs and seconded by E. Savoy to seek an additional committee member in July, due to the resignation of B. Sayles. No-Approval of Minutes Minutes from the June 5, 2014 meeting were distributed for review. A motion was made by R. Irwin and seconded by E. Savoy to approve the minutes. The motion was unanimously approved. No-Old Business and Possible Action No new member endorsements made. No-New Business and Possible Action The City Council's response to the Senior Center Survey was presented, by DVD, for review. The committee wants to maintain contact and communication with the City Council relative to the positive comments made by the City Council. LCSS members will make it a key priority to follow up on the discussions and recommendations about the Senior Centers made by City Council. A motion was made by R. Irwin and seconded by E. Savoy to draft a letter of resolution to City Council no later than September 1, 2014, before the approval of the city budget, to outline concerns and issues of importance to the senior centers (i.e. facility upgrades; reinstatement of extended hours at the Nutrition Sites; etc.). The motion was unanimously approved. The committee also sees the importance of the Accreditation/Certification Process for the Senior Centers, as discussed in the presentation and urged staff to pursue formal accreditation. Facebook"101" Overview—This item was tabled due to a delay created by technical issues. Rosie Garcia, 2014 Ms. Coastal Bend Senior, was unable to attend the meeting. She will attend next month to be introduced to the committee. The LCSS Retreat planning has been tabled until the committee's vacancies are filled. 1 ►LCSS Subcommittee 215`Century Strategic Plan Reports&Subcommittee Reports Funding and Resource/Special Events — R. Irwin provided information on the following upcoming events: Saturday, July 12 — Walk to be Well at Salinas Park; Mayor's Council on Aging Greatest Treasures Awards Dinner, Thursday, July 17 at the American Bank Center, 6:00-8:OOpm; Nueces County Health Fair, Saturday, August 2 at the American Bank Center, 9:OOam-2:OOpm. Family & Friends Caregiver Festival, Friday, September 12 8:OOam-3:OOpm, at the American Bank Center; Grandparents & Other Relatives Raising Children at American Bank Center, Wednesday, September 17, 8:OOam-1:OOpm; Harvest Moon Ball at the American Bank Center, Saturday, September 27, 5:00-11:OOpm. Program Evaluation — A. Martinez reported that the subcommittee is working on the three (3) goals assigned to them; name change, field trips, and attracting Baby Boomers. The subcommittee presented an interest form for two suggested name changes; "multi-purpose center," and "activity center." The name change suggestions have been tabled until the committee's vacancies are filled. Program Operations — I. Hobbs reported that for the Ambassador Program, two (2) welcome packets are being created. One for individuals that will be participating only in specific activities with no meal service; the second will be a complete packet, including meal service. The possibility of purchasing a large sign has been tabled until upgrades and the center's appearance can be addressed. There was no report for the status of the Wellness Rooms at centers. The next Site Council/Special Events Committee Summit will be scheduled on October 22, 2014 at a location to be announced. Senior Center Supervisors and Nutrition Site Managers are to follow up with their respective members to solicit topics for the agenda. No-SCS Division Program Updates General Highlights — H. Lara provided details for the upcoming Walk to Be Well/Picnic in the Park in recognition of Parks and Recreation Month. The 2014 theme is "Out is In". The event will be held at Salinas Park on Saturday,July 12, 9:OOam-12:OOpm. Lunch will be served to the first 100 attendees. Senior Center Operations — H. Lara commended Broadmoor and Lindale Senior Centers were for their efforts put into recent events, the "Cat Walk" and Intergenerational partnering with the Lindale Recreation Center. Program Performance Review — C. Reschman reported that the Nutrition Education Service Center is averaging approximately 1800 meals with the HDM Program and Summer Food Program, plus the meals for the Senior Centers. The Summer Food Program will continue through August 8, 2014. Program Performance reports were distributed to the committee for review. C. Reschman reported there is no longer a waiting list for the Home Delivered Meals program. ►Identify Items to be Placed on Next Agenda— • Senior Center Accreditation/Certification Process update will be presented by staff. • A Resolution to City Council in response to the Senior Center Survey to address major areas of concern. No-Public Comment An inquiry was made regarding a possible facelift to the Lindale Senior Center. Staff reported that tables and chairs will be ordered for replacements and painting of the dining room and front office has been approved. 10-Adjournment A motion was made by E.Savoy and seconded by R.Irwin to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 4:55 pm. 2