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1991-08-16 1 CITY OF ENCINITAS SENIOR CITIZEN COMMISSION MINUTES Meeting Date: August 16, 1991 1. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL Vice Chairperson Ash called the meeting to order at 1: 00 p.m. Present: Vice Chairperson Ash, Commissioners Hartley, Taaff, Reaves and Motley Absent: Chairperson Wessel and Commissioner Anderson Also. Present: David Wigginton, Community Services Director, Richard Phillips, Management Analyst, and Jacqueline Reynolds, Senior Office Specialist 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Edward Cavallin, 243 Gloxina, Encinitas, requested assistance in petitioning the City to re-zone Pacific Serena to Senior Community Zoning status from the current R-11 zoning. He explained that Pacific Serena was originally organized as a . senior community. HUD has notified Pacific Serena Homeowner's . Association that they are in violation of the Federal Fair Housing .Amendment Act of 1988 if they refuse to allow people under the age of 55 to live in their community. Frances Cavallin, 243 Gloxina, Encinitas, -Chairperson of Pacific Serena Architectural Committee and Recording Secretary of Pacific Serena Homeowner's Association and Lucille Nelson; 269 Delphinium, . Encinitas, donated their time to Edward Cavallin for his presentation. Management Analyst Phillips explained that the City .does not have a zoning category for Senior Citizen Housing. Commissioner Motley asked if the City could create a category for Senior Citizen Housing. She suggested that Pacific Serena contact High Country Villas for information on Adult Housing requirements. Commissioner Taaff noted that Pacific Serena is requesting that the City establish a Senior Citizen Housing Ordinance and . /Y4 - ' 1 that they would then petition to be re-zoned under this ordinance. o Management Analyst Phillips noted that this is not an agenda item and should be placed on the agenda for discussion at a future date. Director Wigginton suggested that Pacific Serena Homeowner's Association contact' Director Murphy,. Community Development, for information. Frances Cavallin stated that the- senior community has been encouraged to come to the Senior Citizen Commission with senior concerns. Commissioner Hartley requested that this issue be placed on the agenda for September's meeting and that Director Murphy be invited to speak before the Commission at that time. Management Analyst Phillips agreed to include this in September's agenda. Commissioner Anderson joined the meeting at 1: 20 p.m. Vice Chairperson Ash thanked the Pacific Serena delegation for speaking before the Commission. • 4. CLOSING AND ADOPTION OF' CONSENT CALENDARS A. Approval of Minutes of July 19, 1991 COMMISSIONER TAAFF MOVED, REAVES SECONDED TO APPROVE. THE MINUTES OF JULY 19, 1991. MOTION CARRIED 6-0. 5. PRESENTATION A. Presentation by David Wigginton, Community Services Director, Regarding Department Organization and Potential Recreation Division Reorganization. Director Wigginton gave . an overview of the organization of the Community Services Department explaining that the department is divided into three divisions, Park and 'Beach, Administrative and Recreation. He noted that the Recreation Division administers senior citizen activities and the Senior Citizen Commission. He then elaborated on the responsibilities and duties of each division using an overhead projector and handouts. Director Wigginton noted that- the Recreation Division is proposing reorganization. He explained that one Recreation Supervisor position has been split into two 1 • part-time Recreation Leaders positions to better serve the Division and allow the Recreation Superintendent more O time .to provide staff support for the Senior Commission. He also elaborated on the 146 Account, the funds that it generates, and how the funds are used. Director Wigginton explained that a tour program, aimed at the senior population, is to be established. Director Wigginton noted that interviews have been held for the position of Recreation Superintendent and that the selection has been narrowed down to two individuals with extensive Commission experience. The selection will be made Monday, August 19th. The new Superintendent is expected to be at the September Commission meeting and will have more time to work with the Commission. Discussion followed. Director Wigginton summarized his presentation by saying that the Commission has the following things to look forward to; a new Recreation Superintendent with extensive experience and more time to devote to the Commission and a new focus with the completion of the Senior Needs Assessment. Vice Chairperson Ash and the Commission thanked Director Wigginton for his comprehensive presentation. B. Presentation by Shirley Cole, Executive Director of Lifeline Community Services. Director Cole gave an indepth presentation on the background of the Lifeline program, and noted that Lifeline Community Services of San Diego County is a non- profit service agency. Director Cole explained that Lifeline was established in 1969 . in Vista to serve North County offering the following programs; Shared Housing, Transportation, Services for the Disabled, Legal Advice, Youth Services, as well as Counseling and Social .Services. Director Cole distributed brochures giving extensive information on these services. Director Cole noted that Lifeline has a Hot Line Program operating from 8 : 00 a.m. to 8: 00 p.m. which assists with depression and grief as well as information on low cost medical care. She explained that Lifeline , is ,the only organization in San Diego which has access to the United Way Information Line computer base. Commissioner Motley asked what types of calls were • received on the Hot Line. , Director Cole responded that the Hot Line provides social services information. OCommissioner Taaff asked what type of information Lifeline was going to provide at Senior Services Day, September 11th. Director Cole noted that brochures and handouts with information on all Lifeline services will be available. Vice Chairperson Ash thanked Director Cole for an excellent. presentation. 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Report, From Subcommittee on Senior Services Day, (September 11, 1991) Vice Chairperson Ash gave the Commission an updated list of participants and sponsors for Senior Services Day. She noted that the request for booths has been outstanding and there are only a few booth spaces remaining. Commissioner Taaff asked how booth spaces are being tracked and how ,many booth spaces are left. He said a • determination needs to be made concerning a cut off date and who will be allowed to have the few remaining spaces. Commissioner Hartley agreed that a cut off date needs to be established, and that it needs to be decided what type of services are to be allowed and if more tables are needed. He asked how many tables are available for Senior Services Day. Commissioner. Taaff noted that a scale drawing has been created which will allow the Sub-committee to establish how many tables will be available and how they will be positioned. He said that it is estimated that the area will serve 28 tables. Management Analyst Phillips suggested that - the first priority for providers be services based in Encinitas, the second priority of targeted services be services outside Encinitas and the third targeted group be commercial ventures. Commission concurred. Commissioner Motley suggested that exhibitors who deal with mobility units be placed in corridors -or in the parking lot for easier access. Vice Chairperson Ash handed out a packet of flyers to each Commissioner for distribution in the community. Z14-- T Commissioner Hartley suggested that posters are needed for distribution in markets and stores. He noted that O more publicity is needed and that Betty Springer will be glad to include . this event in her newspaper column. Vice Chairperson Ash noted that the Sub-committee needs to meet more often and that volunteers are needed to assist with registration and hosting the event. B. Orientation Phase of Senior Needs Assessment Study Management Analyst Phillips introduced Bill Anderson, Principal, and Barbara Thompson, Associate, with Economic Research Associates, (ERA) . Mr. Anderson noted that the purpose of today's working session is to get the Commission's input on the study and the telephone survey which will be conducted in five weeks. He referred the Commission to the Senior Needs Assessment Study Orientation Questions in the agenda packet and stated that he hoped the Commissioners have given time and thought to these questions prior to the meeting. Mr. Anderson asked .what is perceived as major senior needs in terms of recreation and services. • Commissioner Hartley noted that major needs include information and assistance with services, classes, and social groups. Commissioner Taaff agreed that information should be . stressed in the survey. Commissioner Reaves noted that he needed- more time to think about these questions. Commissioner Motley stated that the senior center should be easily accessible. Vice Chairperson Ash stated that the senior center should be directed and operated by the City of Encinitas. Mr. Anderson asked if there is any distinction between specific recreation and service needs of seniors residing in the five separate communities that comprise Encinitas. Vice Chairperson Ash noted that most seniors enjoy walking and trips and tours. She asked Director Wigginton to comment on this question. • Director Wigginton noted that the senior population is divided up into two groups, frail and fit. He stated that there is a senior center in Encinitas at a local church, but that the services and activities are very O limited. He added that recreation is different things to different people. - Commissioner Taaff asked if the current population census is accurate. Mr. Anderson answered that the recently taken census will be available in the Spring of 1992 . Vice Chairperson Ash noted that a full service senior center is needed and that it should include out-reach. Mr. Anderson asked if there is notable variation between the five communities in Encinitas. Commissioner Hartley answered that the Commission does not have enough information to respond. Commissioner Taaff stated that there are five distinct areas in Encinitas and that each area is divided into income levels. Commissioner Motley noted that there are more low income senior citizens residing in Encinitas than high income seniors. • Vice Chairperson Ash stated that transportation is a problem in all areas of Encinitas including Olivenhain. Commissioner Anderson agreed that Olivenhain has a transportation problem. Mr. Anderson asked if there are any private senior communities which offer their own services and recreation. Chairperson Ash answered that High Country Villa offers swimming, golf and two recreational groups. Commissioner Hartley noted that Park Encinitas and Green Valley Mobile Home Park offer recreation services on site. He added that the largest senior population is east of Interstate 5, (I-5) . Vice Chairperson Ash noted that most long time senior residents of Encinitas are located west. of I-5 and in Olivenhain. She added that most people are not aware .of the services available to seniors. Mr. Anderson asked if some communities have more recreation facilities and services than others within the city. Commissioner Hartley noted that there are more services and opportunities east of I-5. Ms. Thompson asked if seniors are generally aware of the existing recreation and service opportunities . in .their community. Commissioner Hartley noted that . seniors do not have an involved awareness of such activities. Commissioner Taaff stated that many seniors assume that recreation and services are not here and .look for these things in other communities. He noted that the Senior Services Day will exhibit what is available in Encinitas. Mr. Anderson asked if most seniors are long term residents. Vice 'Chairperson commented that most Encinitas seniors are long term residents. Commissioner Hartley noted that the senior population is split 50 percent long term residents and 50 percent new residents. Mr. Anderson asked if Encinitas seniors usually sell their homes and move to other communities when their children grow up and leave home. Vice Chairperson Ash commented that many seniors move on to other, less crowded,. areas when their children leave home. Ms. Thompson asked if there are senior ethnic or income sub-groups in Encinitas who are not being served in terms of recreation or service needs. Commissioner Hartley noted that the Commission does not reach either end of the senior income sub-groups. Commissioner Motley stated that the Mexican-American group is well served as a` result of their culture. She added that Leucadia has a large group of Mexican-American seniors. Mr. Anderson asked if transportation for seniors is available in the community. Commissioner Hartley noted that there is a van available for senior transportation and that the City contracts with Lifeline to transport seniors. Commissioner Taaff stated that adequate public • transportation is always a problem for a community to 4/4 7 provide. o Commissioner Anderson commented that there are no bus benches. Mr. Anderson asked if any of the Commissioners could comment on senior housing. Commissioner Anderson commented that housing for seniors should be studied. Mr. Anderson asked if there is a location preference for a senior center site. Commissioner Hartley noted that a full service senior center is needed and- that it should be accessible. Commissioner Taaff noted that Oakcrest Park is a good location and ,is already owned by the city. He added that a multi-purpose building would be ideal. Commissioner Reaves agreed that Oakcrest Park is an ideal location for a senior center site. Commissioner Motley asked if the property at Encinitas Boulevard and Vulcan could be used. • Vice Chairperson Ash noted that this property is the old sewer plant and belongs to the Sanitary District. She added that the County has given the City a model of a multi-purpose Senior Citizen Center showing Oakcrest Park as the centers location. Management Analyst Phillips noted that a work project has been approved to update the Master Plan for Oakcrest Park which encompasses a Community Center and Senior Center. Commissioner Hartley commented that the. North Coast Presbyterian Church has a building' at 1831 South E1 Camino Real that might be for sale. Ms. Thompson asked if there is a particular senior center that the Commission perceives as a potential model.. Commissioner Motley noted that the Menlo Park Senior Center has an ideal facility with convenient parking. Commissioner Hartley noted that the Oceanside, Escondido and Clairmont Senior Centers are well designed and functional. Commissioner Reaves added that Carlsbad Senior Center is very beautiful. Vice Chairperson Ash noted that Poway has a very efficient senior center. Mr. Anderson asked if the Commissioners have any specific questions that they would like to see included in the questionnaire. Commissioner Hartley noted that he would like to know how to interest seniors to participate and volunteer with senior center activities. He asked if ERA would be interested in participating in Senior Services Day and use the questionnaire there. Mr. Anderson responded that it would be taken under consideration. Vice Chairperson Ash thanked Mr. Anderson. and Ms. Thompson for their orientation. Vice Chairperson Ash then called for a 5 minute break. The meeting resumed at 3 :45 p.m. 8. COMMISSIONERS CORNER • Vice Chairperson Ash noted that the response from participants for Senior Services Day has been very- good. She added that . several agencies have commented that they are experiencing severe budget cuts on senior services and health programs. Commissioner Hartley reminded the Commission that he will be responsible for having posters printed and have them ready for the next Sub-committee meeting. He added that if someone would give him a press release he would see that Betty Springer got a copy for her senior column ' in the Blade Citizen. Vice Chairperson Ash added that Commissioner Reaves has agreed to help with publicity and press releases for the event. Discussion followed. Vice Chairperson Ash encouraged the Commissioners to attend "A Taste of Cardiff" , to be held September 1st. Commissioner Motley asked that the Encinitas Chamber. of Commerce Visitors Bureau be given Senior Services Day flyers. Commissioner Hartley requested information on how the Senior Citizen Commission can. apply for Block Grant Funds for • FY 92-93 . � l � I Management Analyst Phillips noted that Block Grant. Funds.were awarded to conduct the Senior Needs Assessment. He added that he will ask Community Planning Director Murphy if the Senior Citizen Commission" is eligible to apply- for funds for senior housing. Commissioner Taaff announced that he has contacted 19 churches and passed out Senior Services Day flyers.. He thanked Vice Chairperson Ash's grandson for his assistance in diagraming the floor plan for Senior Services Day. 9. ADJOURNMENT COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED, HARTLEY SECONDED TO ADJOURN THE MEETING AT 4:05. MOTION CARRIED. 6-0. � A -Lo