HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Senior Companion Program Advisory Committee - 01/27/2016 Senior Companion Program (SCP) Advisory Committee
Regular Meeting
January 27, 2016
Lindale Recreation Center
3135 Swantner
Corpus Christi,TX 78404
Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at approximately 11:40 a.m.
Roll Call of Members: Members present: Tami Longino, Isabel Odeh, Shirley Selz, Sherry
DuBois, Veronica Marsello and Shirley Tipton. Staff present: Debbie Crites. Members absent:
Veronica Suniga
Approval of Minutes: November 20, 2015 minutes were presented. A motion was made and
seconded (Selz/DuBois) to accept the minutes as presented. Motion carried.
Old Business
Fundraising Event Critique—The committee discussed what worked and what did not work at
the 2015 event. The consensus of the committee is that it was a fantastic event. The food was
great; having the SCP/RSVP volunteers serve was good also. The MC and Mayor Martinez did a
wonderful job. It was also stated that only 1 table decorator had participated in a similar event
before. However, every table was outstanding. Everyone enjoyed it, good timing of the event.
Concerns expressed were that the $500-$1,000 sponsors were not visible on the tables or
program as planned. Limit the speaker's time; they felt there was no need for the Parks and
Recreation Director to speak. They also felt the sound system did not carry to the tables in the
back. They felt the individuals taking the tables and chairs down should have waited a little
while longer before they started. It was suggested to have all of the major sponsor tables
towards the front and in the middle.
A discussion was held whether or not to have the event again. Committee members
commented that the ones who attended are already planning themes for their table for the
next event. The loss of momentum if we do not have it again this year was discussed. In the
event the decision is to start planning the next one, sub-committees will be put in place. The
committee feels now that the ones who attended and witnessed the event, will recommit to
decorating a table plus talk friends in to also participate. Before a decision is made, the
committee asked Debbie Crites to meet with American Bank Center to see how much it will cost
to have it there and make a report at the next meeting.
Ms. Crites explained that the winners of the cross and rocking chair never picked the items up
even though several messages were left. A motion was made and seconded (DuBois/Longino)
to have Ms. Crites call one more time and leave a message giving them a deadline to pick the
items up. If they do not pick them up by the deadline, they will be auctioned off at the next
event. Motion Carried.
New Business for Discussion and Possible Action:
Veterans Helping Veterans—Tami Longino reported the MLK Day of Service was a success.
There were several homeless vets that now have permanent housing who will benefit from the
items. There was good media coverage. The volunteers did a great job gathering items.
Debbie Crites announced the Nueces County Veteran Services Memo of Understanding will be
presented at the February 3, 2016 Commissioners Court. Once it is signed, they can start
sending referrals. She commented the MOU for the Homeless Vet department has not been
signed yet.
Beyond the Call of Duty Award— Ms. Crites distributed nominations. Ms. Longino asked
everyone to review the nominations and email their selections for the 151 and 2nd quarters to
Debbie.
Upcoming Events—SCP/RSVP Health Fair— February 17 at American Bank Center; Heat Walks
every Friday during the month of February at La Palmera Mall; Mayor's Day of Recognition—
April 51h
Public Comment: Members of the audience were provided an opportunity to speak during the
meeting. They were advised to identify themselves first by stating their name and address.
They were advised that the Open Meetings Act prohibits the Senior Companion Program
Advisory Committee from responding and discussing your comments at length. The law only
authorizes them to do the following:
1. Make a statement of factual information,
2. Recite and existing policy in response to the inquiry; or
3. Advise the citizen that this subject will be places on an agenda at a later date,
4. Discuss ways about fundraising for the program.
There were no public comments.
Next Meeting—The next meeting was scheduled for February 241h
Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned at approximately 1:30 p.m.
Minutes written by Debbie Crites