2004-06-25
CITY OF ENCINITAS
SENIOR CITIZEN COMMISSION
MINUTES
Regular Meeting Date: June 25, 2004; 1:00 p.m.
Encinitas Senior Center
1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Chairperson Vance called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m.
Present: Chairperson Vance, Vice Chairperson King, Commissioners De
Vinne, Harp, Pike, Schorr and Tillotson.
Also
Present: Recreation Superintendent Miller and Administrative Secretary
Dakovich.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None.
4. CHANGES TO AGENDA
None.
5. CLOSING AND ADOPTION OF CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Approval of minutes for Regular Meeting May 28, 2004.
COMMISSIONER HARP MOVED, VICE CHAIRPERSON KING SECONDED TO
APPROVE MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING, MAY 28, 2004. MOTION
CARRIED 7-0.
6. PRESENTATION
A. Welcome and Introduction of New and Current Commissioners.
Chairperson Vance welcomed new Commissioner, Stephen Schorr, and
suggested that each Commissioner introduce himself and provide a brief item of
interest.
B. Presentation on City Parks and Recreation Programs – Mike Pacheco,
Recreation Supervisor.
Chairperson Vance introduced Recreation Supervisor Mike Pacheco, who has
prepared a Power Point presentation on the Parks & Recreation Department that
will include three divisions – Administrative, Parks and Beaches and Recreation.
The presentation will include information on various aspects of each division
including responsibilities, areas of expertise and programs offered.
Chairperson Vance thanked Recreation Supervisor Pacheco for the very
information presentation.
7. OLD BUSINESS
A. Status Report on Project C.A.R.E.
Recreation Superintendent Miller referred the Commission to the report for May.
She also noted that forms were mailed to all Project C.A.R.E. clients in March
2004, to re-establish services for the 2004-05 fiscal year and to date have
received 314 completed forms.
Commissioner Harp asked if there is any follow up on service forms not returned.
Recreation Superintendent Miller advised that phone calls are made. The report
showed to date returns only and more returns would be mailed in.
B. Status Report on Senior Center at Oakcrest Park.
Recreation Superintendent Miller distributed the Senior Newsletter to
Commissioners and noted the new Summer classes. She also noted the upcoming
fundraiser Spaghetti Dinner July 12, and advised that County Supervisor Pam Slater
would be one of the guest servers along with several Council and Commission
members.
Commissioner Harp suggested again that staff follow up on request that a cigarette
butt receptacle be located at the Community and Senior Center.
Recreation Superintendent Miller advised that policies and sites are being evaluated
for a receptacle.
C. Update Report on Ad Hoc Sub-Committees (Outreach Information,
Transportation Review, Senior Housing Review and Representative
Reports).
Outreach –
Commissioner Harp noted the success of the second annual
Intergenerational Performing Arts Recital, noting that 250-300 people attended and
were entertained by 20 acts from the Community and Senior Center programs. He
also advised that the Senior Center had received a $1,000 check donation for the
upcoming spaghetti dinner.
Commissioner Tillotson advised that she had shared information about the Senior
Center, the Senior Services video and the various programs offered with the
Seaside Church during their Senior Sunday.
Recreation Superintendent Miller noted that the Senior Survey made available at the
Senior Information Fair did not provide enough completed surveys to develop
adequate conclusive information, and suggested that Commission members might
help distribute to neighbors and/or friends and senior groups. She also advised that
surveys would be made available at the Senior Center.
Transportation –
Vice Chairperson King advised he had attended a recent Aging
and Independence Services (AIS) meeting regarding North County transportation
issues. He noted the Senior Center’s Out and About Program had 14 drivers and 22
passengers registered. He also advised he had attended several SANDAG
meetings of the Senior Access Task Force, where the various needs and aspects of
seniors were discussed. He noted that the North County Lifeline funded by NCTD
had a video available on the use of bus transportation and suggested showing the
video at the Senior Center.
Senior Housing –
Chairperson Vance advised that the Sister of Mercy 44 unit low
income housing on Via Cantebria was near completion and sign-ups would be
available at various sites in the community. He noted that a lottery is planned in July
for the distribution of units.
Council Contact –
None.
Senior Foundation Review –
Commissioner Harp advised that the Foundation had
donated $300 to help provide a sound system for the Intergenerational Performing
Arts Recital.
A.I.S. Meetings Review –
Commissioner Pike attended the recent meeting and
advised that current State and Federal budget cuts would impact many programs.
He noted specifically that the Nutrition Program and the Lift Program would be
increasing their rates.
Recreation Superintendent Miller advised she was reviewing these issues regarding
the Senior Nutrition Lunch Program and transportation and would have a clearer
picture in the future after reviewing the entire budget.
D. Review of Proposed City Park Tour.
Recreation Superintendent Miller referred to the staff report and the proposed
itinerary for the park tour to be held as part of the Senior Commission July 23
meeting and requested approval of the recommendation to approve the tour
itinerary.
IN CONSENSUS, THE COMMISSION APPROVED THE PARK TOUR
ITINERARY. (7-0)
8. NEW BUSINESS
A. Review and Input on Senior Issues.
Chairperson Vance opened the meeting to the public.
Dave Oakley requested additional information regarding low income housing - how
many units being built on Via Cantebria and status of Pacific Pines, housing units on
El Camino Real.
Chairperson Vance responded that 44 units were being built on Via Cantebria, and
suggested that the City Housing/Grants Analyst be contacted regarding the status of
Pacific Pines.
Chairperson Vance appointed Commissioner Schorr to the Transportation Ad Hoc
Subcommittee.
9. COMMISSIONER’S CORNER/ANNOUNCEMENTS
A. Commissioners
Commissioner Harp welcomed new Commissioner Stephen Schorr
B. Staff
Recreation Superintendent Miller distributed copies of the Senior Survey forms
and a flyer on the upcoming Sunday Concerts by the Sea.
10. ADJOURNMENT
A. The meeting adjourned at 2:30 p.m.
NEXT MEETING WILL BE HELD JULY 23, 2004