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1991-02-15 4 1 CITY OF ENCINITAS SENIOR CITIZEN COMMISSION MINUTES Meeting Date: February 15, 1991 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL Present: Chairperson Wessel, Vice Chairperson Ash, Commissioners Hartley, Taaff, Motley, Reaves and Anderson Absent: None Also Present: James Ellis, Recreation Superintendent and Jacqueline Reynolds, Senior Office Specialist 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3A. INTRODUCTION OF NEW SENIOR CITIZEN COMMISSIONERS Chairperson Wessel asked for the introduction of the new Senior Citizen Commissioners. Superintendent Ellis explained that an orientation meeting had been held for the new Commissioners. He then asked Commissioner Reaves to introduce Commissioner Anderson. Commissioner Reaves told the Commission that Commissioner Anderson has a Law Degree and is currently working on a LLM degree at USD. She has been a Corporate Attorney for ten years. He added Commissioner Anderson's goals are the construction of a Senior Center, affordable housing, safe transportation, ' recreational needs and community involvement of seniors in business, education and social projects. Commissioner Anderson introduced Commissioner Reaves by saying that he has degrees in Physics and Electrical Engineering with 14 years experience in accounting and bookkeeping. As a Commissioner he would like to promote recreation for seniors in Encinitas. Chairperson Wessel welcomed the new Commissioners. 3B. RECOGNITION OF PAST COMMISSIONER PAT RUDOLPH • Chairperson Wessel said that past Commissioner Rudolph had worked diligently and listed among her accomplishments c establishing the Gateway Program, promoting the Power of Attorney -Program as well as the Vial of Life Program. • Chairperson Wessel added that Commissioner Rudolph will be greatly missed. 3C. STAFF PRESENTATION ON THE OARCREST PARR MASTER PLAN Superintendent Ellis explained that at the November 16th meeting a staff report was requested on the progress of the Oakcrest Park Master Plan. He then introduced David Wigginton, Director of Community Services. Director Wigginton welcomed the new Commissioners and asked the Commissioners to view the model of the approved Master Plan for Oakcrest Park. He pointed out the 34 features of the park which include plans for a Community Recreation Building with library and kitchen facilities. Director Wigginton said that Senior Citizen facilities could be part of this multi- purpose building. Director Wigginton said that the Senior Needs Assessment will include information on services that are needed. This data will assist in determining the design of the structure. He added that the parking area will be next to the building for easy accessibility. • Director Wigginton pointed out the playground area which is part of approved Phase Plan I. He said that design funds are being requested as part of Phase II. Commissioner Taaff asked how many square feet are planned for the Community Recreation Building. Director- Wigginton said that 7, 000 to 8, 000 square feet have been planned for the Community Building. He added that the Needs Assessment will dictate the size of the building. Director Wigginton said that the time table for construction of a Senior Center can be moved up when strong public support is voiced. Chairperson Wessel thanked Director Wigginton for taking time from his busy schedule to speak to the Commission. 4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS None. S. CLOSING AND ADOPTION OF CONSENT CALENDARS A. Approval of Minutes for January 18, 1991 • COMMISSIONER HARTLEY MOVED, ASH SECONDED TO APPROVE THE i MINUTES OF JANUARY 18, 1991. MOTION CARRIED 7-0. o 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. 7A. ELECTION OF SENIOR CITIZEN COMMISSION OFFICERS AND SUBCOMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS Chairperson Wessel asked Superintendent Ellis for the staff report on the election of Senior Citizen Commission Officers. Superintendent Ellis said that in compliance with the City of Encinitas Municipal Code it is time to elect the Senior Citizen Commission Chairperson and Vice Chairperson and appoint subcommittees. He called for nominations for Chairperson for the Senior 'Citizen Commission. The following nominations were made for Senior Citizen Commission Chairperson: -Commissioner Hartley nominated Chairperson Wessel, who accepted; -Vice Chairperson Ash nominated Commissioner Hartley, who declined; • -Vice Chairperson Ash nominated Commissioner Taaff, who accepted. Discussion followed. Commissioner Taaff withdrew his nomination. COMMISSIONER WESSEL WAS RE-ELECTED CHAIRPERSON. 7-0. The following Commissioners were nominated for Vice Chairperson: Chairperson Wessel nominated Commissioner Taaff, who accepted; Commissioner Motley nominated Commissioner Anderson, who accepted; - Commission Hartley nominated Vice Chairperson Ash, who accepted. Discussion followed. COMMISSIONER ASH WAS RE-ELECTED VICE CHAIRPERSON BY A 3-2-2 VOTE. , COMMISSIONERS TAAFF, REAVES AND ANDERSON VOTED IN FAVOR OF COMMISSIONER ASH. CHAIRPERSON WESSEL AND- COMMISSIONER HARTLEY VOTED- IN FAVOR OF COMMISSIONER _ TAAFF. VICE CHAIRPERSON ASH AND COMMISSIONER_ MOTLEY VOTED IN FAVOR OF COMMISSIONER ANDERSON. ylor - 3 Chairperson Wessel called for the assignment of Commissioners • to serve on the five established subcommittees. Superintendent Ellis reviewed the subcommittee assignments for the Commission. The Commissioners discussed each subcommittee and agreed upon the following assignment of Commissioners: Alive and Well Chairperson Anderson Commissioners Taaff and Reaves Housing Chairperson Motley Commissioners Ash and Anderson Opportunities for Participation Chairperson Reaves Commissioners Motley and Taaff Transportation Chairperson Taaff Commissioners .Wessel and Hartley Services, Chairperson Hartley Commissioners Reaves "and Ash Chairperson Wessel thanked the Commissioners for agreeing to serve on the subcommittees. 7B. APPROVAL OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR SENIOR SERVICES NEEDS ASSESSMENT Superintendent Ellis said that on February 13th the Needs . Assessment was officially approved by City Council. The agreement will be mailed to the County to be added to their agenda for formalization. Superintendent Ellis explained the time line for the proposal and asked if any changes needed to be made. Commissioner Reaves asked that 7B-9 item 3E verbiage be changed to read persons 80 or over. VICE CHAIRPERSON ASH MOVED, COMMISSIONER HARTLEY SECONDED TO ACCEPT THE CORRECTED PROPOSAL. MOTION CARRIED 7-0. Discussion followed. COMMISSIONER HARTLEY MOVED, ANDERSON SECONDED THAT CHAIRPERSON • WESSEL, VICE CHAIRPERSON ASH AND COMMISSIONER HARTLEY SERVER-,-- ON THE AD HOC COMMITTEE RESPONSIBLE FOR SCREENING FORMALLY I SUBMITTED NEEDS ASSESSMENT PROPOSALS. MOTION CARRIED 7-0. 7C. REVIEW OF STATUS OF THE SENIOR CITIZEN TAXI VOUCHER PROGRAM Superintendent Ellis explained that the Transportation Subcommittee met with NOCOSIA to discuss the depletion of funds for the Taxi Voucher Program. He said that the Transportation Subcommittee has recommended that this program stay with NOCOSIA and .that $2, 600 is appropriated to continue this program. Superintendent Ellis asked Leslie Suelter, Management Analysis, if she would like to comment on this Program. Ms. Suelter reported that City Council had directed staff to investigate the possibility of adding the disabled to the Taxi Voucher Program. She said that John Burnette of NOCOSIA is in agreement to include the disabled but does not have the capability of serving citizens in wheelchairs. Mr. Burnette has requested City guidelines on extending this service. She added that Lifeline is available to serve this sector of the population. Discussion followed. COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED, HARTLEY SECONDED THAT THE • COMMISSION RECOMMEND TO CITY COUNCIL TO APPROPRIATE $2,600 TO CONTINUE THE SENIOR CITIZEN TAXI VOUCHER PROGRAM TO THE END OF THIS FISCAL YEAR. MOTION CARRIED. 6-0. VICE CHAIRPERSON ASH ABSTAINED. Discussion followed. COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED, MOTLEY SECONDED THAT THE SENIOR CITIZEN TAXI VOUCHER PROGRAM INCLUDED THE DISABLED CITIZEN REGARDLESS OF AGE. MOTION CARRIED. 5-0. CHAIRPERSON WESSEL AND VICE CHAIRPERSON ASH ABSTAINED. Commissioner Motley commented that the City of Encinitas needs a Disabled Commission. Chairperson Wessel thanked Ms. Suelter and staff for an excellent report. 8. COMMISSIONER'S CORNER Commissioner Motley told the Commission that she had recently bought a housing guide for San Diego which listed definitions as well as the location of various facilities. • Commissioner Taaff welcomed the new Commissioners. He said that he had attended the "Honor Seniors Day" February 10th and y � - S f" that the event was a great success. Vice Chairperson Ash attended the February NOCOSIA meeting and explained that the topic was Senior Residential Care. She said that it was stressed that a senior should have a . "responsible person" who will serve as a conservator on their behalf. She said that it must be understood that when a person enters a senior residential care facility it is likely that this will be their home for the remainder of their life. Chairperson Wessel thanked Vice Chairperson Ash for an excellent report. Chairperson Wessel told the Commission that she had recently obtained a -list of Area Agency on Aging, AAA, phone numbers which are of use to seniors. The list is as follows: -Long Term Care (Ombudsman) 800-640-4661 -Information & Referral 800-.339-4661 -Legal Information 560=2500. Commissioner Hartley told the Commission that he was approached by Jack Stephens, an attorney who specializes in Elder Law. Mr. Stephens would like the opportunity to speak before the Commission. Commissioner Hartley reported that the February issue of Encinitas Magazine was dedicated to seniors -t has been very successful. He said that for every "senior • special" $8 subscription purchased this month $4 will be donated to the San Dieguito Nutrition Center. Chairperson Wessel said that she will send a thank you note to Jim Bowman, publisher of Encinitas Magazine, for dedicating the February edition to "seniors" . 9. ADJOURNMENT -Meeting was adjourned at 3 : 50 p.m. The next regular meeting will be Friday, March 15, 1991 at 1: 00 p.m. � 454 Requeza St Apt D 238 Encinitas CA:2024-6753 /J f Lo o- i d-;yf �f-/� l: i \�a� ef �rv� �e `/�_� -L .� �- � ��: � �r_'��-c-tt•-r�"� Jc-,C�.r.�, •C:.�t�Fi'�i x-t:•%"f-- -�`rc.C�:`_�, �7 �=L.'C ® CITY OF ENCINITAS SENIOR CITIZEN COMMISSION MINUTES Meeting Date: February 15, 1991 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL Present: Chairperson Wessel, Vice Chairperson Ash, Commissioners Hartley, Taaff, Motley, Reaves and Anderson Absent: None Also Present: James Ellis, Recreation Superintendent and Jacqueline Reynolds, Senior Office Specialist 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3A. INTRODUCTION OF NEW SENIOR CITIZEN COMMISSIONERS Chairperson Wessel asked for the introduction of the new Senior Citizen Commissioners. Superintendent Ellis explained that an orientation meeting had been held for the new Commissioners. He then asked Commissioner Reaves to introduce Commissioner Anderson. Commissioner Reaves told the Commission that Commissioner Anderson has a law. degree and is currently working on an LIM degree at USD. She has been a corporate attorney for ten years. He added that Commissioner Anderson's goals are the construction of a senior center, affordable housing, safe transportation, recreational needs and community involvement of seniors in business, education and social projects. Commissioner Anderson introduced Commissioner Reaves by saying that he has degrees in physics and electrical engineering and 14 years experience in accounting and bookkeeping. As a Commissioner he would like to promote recreation for seniors in Encinitas. Chairperson Wessel welcomed the new Commissioners. 3B. RECOGNITION OF PAST COMMISSIONER PAT RUDOLPH Chairperson Wessel said that past Commissioner Rudolph had ` worked diligently, and listed among her accomplishments yA I • establishing the Gateway Program, promoting the Power of Attorney Program as well as the Vial of Life Program. Chairperson Wessel added that Commissioner Rudolph will be greatly missed. 3C. STAFF PRESENTATION ON THE OARCREST PARR MASTER PLAN Superintendent Ellis explained that at the November 16th meeting a staff report was requested on the progress of the Oakcrest Park Master Plan. He then introduced David Wigginton, Director of Community Services. Director Wigginton welcomed the new Commissioners and asked the Commissioners to view the model of the approved Master Plan for Oakcrest Park. He pointed out the 34 features of the park which include plans for a Community Recreation Building with library and kitchen facilities. Director Wigginton said that senior citizen facilities could be part of this multi- purpose building. Director Wigginton said that the Senior Needs Assessment will include information on services that are needed. This data will assist in determining the design of the structure. He added that the parking area will be next to the building for • easy accessibility. Director Wigginton pointed out the playground area which is part of approved Phase Plan I. He said that design funds are being requested as part of Phase II. Commissioner Taaff asked how many square feet are planned for . the Community Recreation Building. Director Wigginton said that 7, 000 to 8, 000 square feet have been planned for the Community Building. He added that the Needs Assessment will dictate the size of the building. Director Wigginton said that the time table for construction of a Senior Center can be moved up when strong public support is voiced. Chairperson Wessel thanked Director Wigginton for taking time from his busy schedule to speak to the Commission. 4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS None. S. CLOSING AND ADOPTION OF CONSENT CALENDARS A. Approval of Minutes for January 18, 1991 yAz • COMMISSIONER - HARTLEY MOVED, ASH SECONDED TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF JANUARY 18, 1991. MOTION CARRIED 7-0. 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None. 7A. ELECTION OF SENIOR CITIZEN COMMISSION OFFICERS AND SUBCOMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS Chairperson Wessel asked Superintendent Ellis for the staff report on the election of Senior Citizen Commission Officers. Superintendent Ellis said that in compliance with the City of Encinitas Municipal Code it is time to elect the Senior Citizen Commission Chairperson and Vice Chairperson and appoint subcommittees. He called for nominations for Chairperson for the Senior Citizen Commission. The following nominations were made for Senior Citizen Commission Chairperson: -Commissioner Hartley nominated Chairperson Wessel, who • accepted; -Vice Chairperson Ash nominated Commissioner Hartley, who declined; -Vice Chairperson Ash nominated Commissioner Taaff, who accepted. Discussion followed. Commissioner Taaff withdrew his nomination. COMMISSIONER WESSEL WAS RE-ELECTED CHAIRPERSON. 7-0. The following Commissioners were nominated for Vice Chairperson: - Chairperson Wessel nominated Commissioner Taaff, who accepted; - Commissioner Motley nominated Commissioner Anderson, who accepted; - Commission Hartley nominated Vice Chairperson Ash, who accepted. Discussion followed. COMMISSIONER ASH WAS RE-ELECTED VICE CHAIRPERSON BY A 3-2-2 VOTE. COMMISSIONERS TAAFF, REAVES AND ANDERSON VOTED IN FAVOR OF COMMISSIONER ASH. CHAIRPERSON WESSEL AND COMMISSIONER HARTLEY VOTED IN FAVOR OF COMMISSIONER TAAFF. VICE CHAIRPERSON ASH AND COMMISSIONER MOTLEY VOTED IN FAVOR OF LIA 3 • COMMISSIONER ANDERSON. Chairperson Wessel called for the assignment of Commissioners to serve on the five established subcommittees. Superintendent Ellis reviewed the subcommittee assignments for the Commission. The Commissioners discussed each subcommittee and agreed upon the following assignment of Commissioners: Alive and Well Chairperson Anderson Commissioners Taaff and Reaves Housing Chairperson Motley Commissioners Ash and Anderson Opportunities for Participation Chairperson Reaves Commissioners Motley and Taaff Transportation Chairperson Taaff • Commissioners Wessel and Hartley Services Chairperson Hartley Commissioners Reaves and Ash Chairperson Wessel thanked the Commissioners for agreeing to serve on the subcommittees. 7B. APPROVAL OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR SENIOR SERVICES NEEDS ASSESSMENT Superintendent Ellis said that on February 13th the Needs Assessment Project was officially approved by City Council. The agreement will be mailed to the County to be added to its agenda for formalization. Superintendent Ellis explained the time line for the proposal and asked if any changes needed to be made. Commissioner Reaves asked that 7B-9 item 3E verbiage be changed to read "persons 80 or over" . VICE CHAIRPERSON ASH MOVED, COMMISSIONER HARTLEY SECONDED TO ACCEPT THE CORRECTED PROPOSAL. MOTION CARRIED 7-0. Discussion followed. COMMISSIONER HARTLEY MOVED, ANDERSON SECONDED THAT CHAIRPERSON WESSEL, VICE CHAIRPERSON ASH AND COMMISSIONER HARTLEY SERVE YAy • I • ON THE AD HOC COMMITTEE RESPONSIBLE FOR SCREENING FORMALLY ` SUBMITTED NEEDS ASSESSMENT PROPOSALS. MOTION CARRIED 7-0. 7C. REVIEW OF STATUS OF THE SENIOR CITIZEN TAXI VOUCHER PROGRAM Superintendent Ellis explained that the Transportation Subcommittee met with NOCOSIA to discuss the depletion of funds for the Taxi Voucher Program. He said that the Transportation Subcommittee has recommended that this program stay with NOCOSIA and that $2 , 600 be appropriated to continue this program. Superintendent Ellis asked Leslie Suelter, Management Analysis, if she would like to comment on this Program. Ms. Suelter reported that City Council had directed staff to investigate the possibility of adding the disabled to the Taxi Voucher Program. She said that John Burnett of NOCOSIA is in agreement to include the disabled but does not have the capability of serving citizens in wheelchairs. Mr. Burnett has requested City guidelines on extending this service. She added that Lifeline is available to serve this sector of the population. • Discussion followed. COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED, HARTLEY SECONDED THAT THE COMMISSION RECOMMEND TO CITY COUNCIL TO APPROPRIATE $2,600 TO CONTINUE THE SENIOR CITIZEN TAXI VOUCHER PROGRAM TO THE END OF THIS FISCAL YEAR. MOTION CARRIED. 6-0. VICE CHAIRPERSON ASH ABSTAINED. Discussion followed. COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED, MOTLEY SECONDED THAT THE SENIOR CITIZEN TAXI VOUCHER PROGRAM INCLUDED THE DISABLED CITIZEN REGARDLESS OF AGE. MOTION CARRIED. 5-0. CHAIRPERSON WESSEL AND VICE CHAIRPERSON ASH ABSTAINED. Commissioner Motley commented that the City of Encinitas needs a Disabled Persons Commission. Chairperson Wessel thanked Ms. Suelter and staff for an excellent report. S. COMMISSIONER'S CORNER Commissioner Motley told the Commission that she had recently obtained a housing guide for San Diego County which listed • definitions as well as the location of various facilities. Commissioner Taaff welcomed the new Commissioners. He said L4 C� I • that he had attended the "Honor Seniors Day" February 10th and that the event was a great success. Vice Chairperson Ash attended the February NOCOSIA meeting and explained that the topic was Senior Residential Care. She said that it was stressed that a senior should have a "responsible person" who will serve as a conservator on the senior's behalf. She said that it must be understood that when a person enters a senior residential care facility it is likely that this will be the person's home for the remainder of the person's life. Chairperson Wessel thanked Vice Chairperson Ash for an excellent report. Chairperson Wessel told the Commission that she had recently obtained a list of Area Agency on Aging, phone numbers which are of use to seniors. The list is as follows: -Long Term Care (Ombudsman) 800-640-4661 -Information & Referral 800-339-4661 -Legal Information 560-2500. Commissioner Hartley told the Commission that he was approached by Jack Stephens, an attorney who specializes in Elder Law. Mr. Stephens would like the opportunity to speak before the Commission. Commissioner Hartley reported that the February issue of Encinitas Magazine was dedicated to seniors has been very successful. He said that for every "senior special" $8-subscription purchased this month $4 will be donated to the San Dieguito Nutrition Center. Chairperson Wessel said that she will send a thank-you note to Jim Baumann, publisher of Encinitas Magazine, for dedicating the February edition to "seniors" . 9. ADJOURNMENT Meeting was adjourned at 3 : 50 p.m. The next regular meeting will be Friday, March 15, 1991 at 1: 00 P.M. Nw� I / Jl - Coast Do pDatch Decreed A Legal Newspaper by the Superior Court of San Diego County Mail all correspondence r(pgarding public notice advertising to W.C.C.N. Inc. P.O. Box 230878, Encinitas, CA 92023-0878 (619) 753-6543 Proof of Publication STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ss. COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO, I am a citizen of the United States and a resident of the county aforesaid; I am over the age of eighteen years, and not a party to or interested in the above entitled matter. I am principal clerk of the printer of the Encinitas Coast Dispatch, a newspaper of general cir- culation,published weekly in the City of Encinitas,County of San Diego,State of California, and which newspaper is published for the dissemination of local news and intelligence of a general character,and ich newspaper at all times herein mentioned had and still has a bona fide subscription list of paying scribers,and which newspaper has been established,printed and published at regular intervals in the said City of Encinitas,County of San Diego,State of California,for a period exceeding one year next preceding the date of publication of the notice hereinafter referred to; and that the notice of which the annexed is a printed copy, has been published in each regular and entire issue of said newspaper and not in any supplement thereof on the follow- ing dates, to-wit: PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that March 14 19 91 the Senior Citizen Commission will meet Friday,March 15,1991 at 1:00 p.m.in the City Council Chambers, 19 535 Encinitas Boulevard,Encini- tas.The public is welcome to par- 19 ticipate. If further information is desired,please contactJacqueline Reynolds,Community Services De- 19 partment at 944-3380. CD 4574:March 14,1991 19 1 certify under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct. Executed at Encinitas, County of San Diego, State of Cali- fornia on the 14th day of March 1991 Clerk of the Printer