1991-10-18 CITY OF ENCINITAS
SENIOR CITIZEN COMMISSION
MINUTES
Meeting Date: October 18, 1991
1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Vice Chairperson Ash called the meeting to order at 1: 15 p.m.
Present: Vice Chairperson Ash, Commissioners Hartley, Taaff,
Reaves, Anderson and Motley
Absent: None
Also
Present: Pamela Alexander, Recreation Superintendent, and
Jacqueline Reynolds, Senior Office Specialist
2 . PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Vice Chairperson Ash requested a moment of silent prayer in
remembrance of Chairperson Wessel.
COMMISSIONER HARTLEY MOVED, TAAFF SECONDED THAT A LETTER OF
RECOGNITION OF CHAIRPERSON WESSEL'S TIRELESS WORK ON BEHALF OF
SENIOR CITIZENS BE SENT TO HER SON. MOTION CARRIED. 6-0.
Commissioner Motley noted that Commissioner Wessel's energy
and dedication was remarkable.
Commissioner Anderson stated that Commissioner Wessel's work
toward the building' of a senior center needs to be continued.
Commissioner Hartley noted that Commissioner Wessel was a very
creative writer with a fine sense of humor.
Commissioner Reaves added that Commissioner Wessel had gained
his respect quickly.
Commissioner Taaff noted that Commissioner Wessel will always
be remembered for her tireless work on behalf of all seniors.
3. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None.
4. CLOSING AND ADOPTION OF CONSENT CALENDARS
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A. Approval of Minutes for September 20, 1991
COMMISSIONER HARTLEY MOPED, REAVES SECONDED TO APPROVE THE
CORRECTED MINUTES OF SEPTEMBER 20, 1991. MOTION CARRIED 6-0.
B. Recommendation to Cancel the December Senior Citizen
Commission Meeting.
COMMISSIONER HARTLEY MOVED, TAAFF SECONDED TO CANCEL THE
DECEMBER SENIOR CITIZEN COMMISSION MEETING. MOTION CARRIED
6-0.
5. PRESENTATION
A. Presentation by William R. Kellas, Ph.D. , Regarding How
to Maintain a Healthy and Active Body
Dr. Kellas passed out flyers which augmented his indepth
presentation on the concept of "Toxic Immune Syndrome" ,
emphasizing the "system's approach" as opposed to
"isolated symptoms" in dealing with illness.
Dr. Kellas; of Comprehensive Medical Center, stated that
the "germ theory" is not an absolute contributor to ill
health. He noted that health is influenced by several
factors including emotional stress, spiritual stress,
what is ingested, radiation, electromagnetic influences
and heavy metals invading the body. He added that all
these are contributing factors to heart disease, diabetes
and cancer.
Vice Chairperson Ash opened the meeting to Commission
discussion.
Commissioner Hartley asked what age clients are treated
at the Comprehensive Medical Center.
Dr. Kellas answered that 60% of his patients are age 35
and older.
Discussion followed.
Vice Chairperson Ash and the Commission thanked Dr.
Kellas for his comprehensive presentation.
6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Report on the October 17 , 1991 Focus Group Workshops
OSuperintendent Alexander introduced Barbara Thompson,
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Associate with Economic Research Associates, (ERA) , who
gave an overview on the status of the October 17th Focus
Group Workshops.
Ms. Thompson noted that two workshops were held at the
YMCA on October 17th. She gave an overview of the draft
telephone survey and noted that concern was expressed on
the need for a senior center, better transportation and
getting information on services and referrals to the
senior community.
Ms. Thompson stated that 400 telephone surveys will be
administered the first week of November and analyzed the
second week of November.
B. Discussion on the Senior Needs Assessment Telephone
Survey Draft
Superintendent Alexander noted that the telephone survey,
which was prepared by ERA and is being conducted by this
firm, is- an important part of the Senior Needs
Assessment. She added that the Commission is encouraged
to supply additional input to ERA on the survey.
Ms. Thompson passed out copies of the survey to the
Commission and asked if there were any suggestions for
additions or corrections.
oDiscussion followed and several additions and corrections
were noted.
Commissioner Anderson left the meeting at 3 : 20.
Ms. Thompson advised that Bill Treadwell will be
responsible for rewording the additions and corrections
to the survey questions to comply with survey language.
She added that when these corrections are completed the
survey will be presented to the Commission's Needs
Assessment Subcommittee for review.
Commissioner Hartley suggested that a letter be sent to
each person who participated in the workshops explaining
how the survey is progressing.
Superintendent Alexander noted that staff is working on
this communication.
vice Chairperson Ash and the Commission thanked Ms.
Thompson for a comprehensive discussion on the Senior
Needs Assessment Telephone Survey.
7 . NEW BUSINESS
® A. Appointment of Regina Ash as Acting Chairperson and
Selection of an Acting Vice Chairperson
Commissioner Anderson rejoined the meeting at 3 : 35.
Discussion followed.
COMMISSIONER ANDERSON MOVED, MOTLEY SECONDED TO APPOINT
REGINA ASH AS ACTING CHAIRPERSON. MOTION CARRIED. 6-0.
COMMISSIONER HARTLEY MOVED, MOTLEY SECONDED TO APPOINT
ALFRED TAAFF AS ACTING VICE CHAIRPERSON. MOTION CARRIED.
6-0.
8. COMMISSIONER'S CORNER
Chairperson Ash handed out a copy of the letter which has been
sent to Jack Kemp, Secretary of the Department of Housing and
Urban Development, requesting a fair and equitable
determination on the . request for senior housing status by
Pacific Serena.
Commissioner Hartley noted that the October issue of Encinitas
® Magazine focused on transportation in Encinitas. He added
that his issue also has an article on the 63 year old La
Paloma Theatre.
Chairperson Ash asked Superintendent Alexander which
Commissioner's terms are about to end.
Superintendent Alexander noted that she has spoken to the City
Clerk and that applications will not be accepted and reviewed
until December. She added that the following Commissioner's
terms will expire in January.; Anderson, Hartley, Motley and
Taaff. Superintendent Alexander reminded the Commission that
there will also be a replacement appointed for Commissioner
Wessel. She also added this item will be on the November
agenda.
Commissioner Taaff asked if notes had been sent to those who
participated in Senior Services Day thanking them for making
the event a success.
Superintendent Alexander commented that Supervisor Berner has
sent out thank you notes to all participants.
9. ADJOURNMENT
COMMISSIONER HARTLEY MOVED, MOTLEY SECONDED TO ADJOURN THE
OMEETING AT 4:05 P.M. MOTION CARRIED. 6-0.
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