1988/10/20 Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Minutes SENIOR CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTES
October 20 , 1988
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The Senior Citizens Advisory Commission of the City of Rohnert Park met
this date in regular session commencing at 3 : 00 p.m. in the Council
Chambers at City Hall , 6750 Commerce Boulevard, Rohnert Park, with
Chairman Chase presiding.
Call to Order Chairman Chase called the regular session to order at
approximately 3 : 00 p.m. and led the pledge of
allegiance.
Present: (4 ) Commissioners Lyons, Kennedy, Jennis
and Chairman Chase .
Absent: ( 0) None.
Staff present for all or part of the meeting: Senior
Scheduler Wendy Brazeau, Administrative Assistant
Caroline Fabio, and the secretary.
Approval of
Minutes Upon a motion by Commissioner Jennis and seconded by
Commissioner Lyons, the Minutes of September 15 , 1988
were approved as submitted.
411 Announcements by
Chairman Chairman Chase inquired about the vacancy on the
Commission and when it might be filled.
Administrative Assistant Caroline Fabio indicated that
a decision will be made at a December City Council
Meeting.
Chairman Chase stated that Officer Martin is aware
that Judd Snyder of the Clarion wishes to meet with
him regarding articles to be published in the paper on
earthquake preparedness .
Commissioner Kennedy read Chairman Chase's letter to
Senator Cranston regarding Medicare and catastrophic
health care for seniors.
Discussion followed on bicycle riders and their
apparent lack of knowledge regarding the rules of the
road. Chairman Chase suggested classes or courses
that Public Safety might sponsor to inform the public.
Administrative Assistant Fabio pointed out that Public
Safety already does educational training in the
schools in this area. Chairman Chase stated that
perhaps an article in the Clarion is warranted.
Commissioner Jennis responded further that it wouldn't
411 do any good until people start caring.
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t (" Senior Center The issue of a new senior center in Rohnert Park was
discussed with regards to Mr. Codding's building. The
seniors feel the existing building is inadequate , but
could be made adequate with additional funds. In addition, they
are opposed to having separate meetings regarding the senior center
and wish to be included in the process and be kept informed of how
much Codding's building will cost, etc. Senior Scheduler Brazeau
updated the Commission on what progress has taken place so far and
indicated that it would be a good ideat.o have a member of the
Commission present at the meetings.
Fabio Leaves At approximately 3 : 15 p.m. , Administrative Assistant
Fabio left the meeting.
Discussion continued on the senior center.
Commissioner Jennis inquired if an administrator would
be hired for the center, and Ms. Brazeau replied
affirmatively.
Fabio Returns At approximately 3 : 20 p.m. , Administrative Assistant
Fabio rejoined the meeting.
Chairman Chase added that he felt the center should be
run by someone from Rohnert Park or Cotati and not
• from another city or area. He further stated he would
respond on behalf of the Commission to Ms . Jackie
Lewis's letter regarding the above.
Mr. Karl Kim, 215 Fauna Court, was recognized and
stated that in regards to a boutique inside the Senior
Center, that consignors from all over Sonoma County
should be accepted.
Drop-In Center
Report Chairman Chase recognized Senior Scheduler Wendy
Brazeau who updated the Commission on senior
activities. She mentioned that a petition was
received from A.A.R.P. to rescind the legislation on
catastrophic health care. Chairman Chase indicated
that he has received 200 signatures so far.
The Senior Drop-In Center had 1 , 893 visitors in
September. There were 26 working days with an average
of 73 visitors per day. There were eleven new
visitors.
There will be a Halloween Party on Halloween . The
• costume contest will begin at 3 p.m.
On November 4 , there will be a seminar on "Financing
Health Care" . Everyone is invited to attend.
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411 Today , there was a day trip to Sebastopol , which was
enjoyed by all those who attended.
Volunteers Commissioner Jennis stated that Senior Scheduler Wendy
Brazeau and Public Safety Officer Martin are working
together to organize and train volunteers as "Disaster
Service Workers" .
Administrative Assistant Caroline Fabio stated that
all City full-time, regular employees are required to
go through CPR training and be certified each year.
Unscheduled
Public
Appearances Mr. Karl Kim, 215 Fauna Court, was recognized by
Chairman Chase and announced a meeting to be held on
October 24th at the Petaluma City Hall with Barbara
Boxer regarding long-term health care legislation.
Communications None .
Matters from
Commissioners None.
• Meeting
Adjourned There being no further business to discuss and no one
further desiring to be heard, Commissioner Jennis made
a motion, seconded by Commissioner Lyons to adjourn
the meeting of the Rohnert Park Senior Citizens
Advisory Commission at approximately 3 : 35 p.m.
Chairman
TTEST:
Secretary
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