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SENIOR COMMUNITY SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MEETING HELD JANUARY 6, 1994
The January 6, 1994 meeting of Senior Community Services Advisory
Committee was called to order by Elsa Ciminelli, Chairperson.
MEMBERS PRESENT: E. Abrams, E. Alba, E. Ciminelli, A. Creighton, J.
Dunn, R. Garcia, G. Garza, E. Gonzalez, K. Gonzalez, M. Hays, and M.
Jones.
EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS PRESENT: 0. Flores, E. Gonzalez, H. Fouts, J.F.
Walker, & 0. Williams.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: It was moved by 0. Williams and seconded by R.
Garcia that the minutes for November 4, 1993 be approved with the
correction of E. Alba was absent. The motion was unanimously approved.
ATTENDANCE ROSIER: The absence of D. Colin, H. Fennessy, and E. Oliver
be excused from this meeting due to illness. The motion was unanimously
approved. The absence of E. Alba for the month of November will stand
as is. A motion was made by J. Dunn and seconded by G. Garza to excuse
the absence of M. Jones for the month of November. The motion was
unanimously approved.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
A. PARK & RECREATION RENTAL FEE SCHEDULE: Official action tabled till
next month. Comments were that staff should investigate security
deposits, banning groups who do not follow rules, and janitorial duties.
B. ZAVALA CENTER UPDATE: Ms. Martinez reported that she met with Art
Sosa on December 23rd. He informed her that they were about two to
three weeks away from going to the City Council to release the bids.
C. BROADMOOR CENTER UPDATE: Ms. Martinez reported that the new parking
lot has not been officially accepted by the City. Inspections were
conducted for repairs to the roof.
D. ETHEL EYERLY UPDATE: No update at this time.
E. UNITED WAY FUNDING: Ms. Martinez reported that she and her staff
were not able to file an application for venture grant money available
from United Way.
SUPPORTIVE SERVICES UPDATE: Tabled till next month.
SENIOR COMPANION PROGRAM UPDATE: Ms. Garcia reported that SCP Advisory
Committee increased their membership from 11 members to 15 members
strong. The Committee decided to create another sub-committee which
will be responsible for developing a 5 year plan as well as a budget.
This year the SCP (nationwide) will be celebrating their 20th
anniversary. There will be a nationwide promotion. The SCP Recognition
will be held on April 20, 1994 at the Bayfront. AN NED
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SENIOR COMMUNITY SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MINUTES FOR JANUARY 6, 1994
EX—OFFICIO REPORTS: Each of the board members gave a brief update on
the activities held at the center.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None at this time.
NEW BUSINESS:
A. JANUARY MENUS: It was moved by 0. Flores and seconded by J. Walker
to approve the January menus as submitted. The motion passed
unanimously. Discussion followed concerning not enough food sent to the
centers. Also foods are being either overcooked/undercooked.
ANNOUNCEMENTS: The Board Luncheon will be held at the Broadmoor Senior
Center on January 20, 1994 at 11 :00 a.m. .
The RSVP Open House will be held January 7, 1994 at the Galvan House
from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. .
The Texas Silvered Haired Campaign and Election kick off will be held on
Monday, January 10, 1994 at 11 :00 a.m. at the COG office. Also Mr. J.
Dunn is the Chairman of the Area Agency on Aging Advisory Committee and
is encouraging seniors to apply.
ADJOURNMENT: It was moved by A. Creighton and seconded by 0. Williams
to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously.
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SENIOR COMMUNITY SERVICES ADVISORY COUNCIL
MEMBER'S ATTENDANCE RECORD
1994
MEMBER'S JFMAMJJASOND
ELI ABRAMS 12-26-95 *
ELVA ALBA 12-26-94
ELSA CIMINELLI 12-26-95 *
DIANA COLIN 12-26-95 E
AILEEN CREIGHTON 12-26-94
JOHN DUNN 12-26-94
HELENE FENNESSY 12-26-94 E
GLORIA E. GARZA 12-26-95 *
ELVA GONZALEZ 12-26-94
KELLY GONZALEZ 12-26-95 *
MARJORIE HAYS 12-26-95 *
MARVENA JONES 12-26-94
ESTHER OLIVER 12-26-94 E
ALICIA RUIZ 12-26-94 A
A - Absent
* - Present
E - Excused Absence
U - Unexcused Absence
- - No Meeting
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