2002/03/21 Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Minutes (3) • •
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
SENIOR CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTES
March 21, 2002
The Senior Citizens Advisory Commission of the City of Rohnert Park met
this date in regular session commencing at 1:00 p.m. at the Senior Center,
6800 Hunter Drive, Suite A, Rohnert Park, with Chair Jurgiel presiding.
Call to Order: Call to order and Pledge of Allegiance at 1 :00 p.m.
Roll Call: Present: (4) Commissioners Jurgiel, Ackerman, Kennedy and
Sampson
Absent: None
Staff and Commission/Council present for all or part of the meeting:
Recreation Director, Tim Barry; Recreation Specialist, Wendy Audiss; City
Council Liaison, Armando Flores; Parks & Recreation Commission Liaison,
Gary Tatman.
City Council Liaison Report
Mayor Flores reported regarding the City Council meeting on March 26, and
the recommendation for using part of the Senior Center (Suite C) for the
building department (see attached memo). Flores also reported on current
projects (attached), the dedication of the Japanese Garden at the Community
Center on March 22 at 7:00pm, and he thanked the commission for the
opportunity to be here and at the Senior Center Board of Directors meeting.,
stating, "With luck and hard work the Senior Center will remain intact."
Recreation Specialist Report
Statistics for February include total attendance of 6,612, total revenue of
$6,025.10. There were 93 riders on the Sunshine Bus, and a total of 1,077
volunteer hours at the Senior Center. In April our special events include a
Karaoke Party and Horse Races. May, being Older Americans Month, has a
lot of programs scheduled: Semi-Anniversary Bingo Party, Black & White
Ball, Step Out for Senior Centers, plus special meetings and seminars.
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CPRS Annual Conference
April 3-7, at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The Senior Center will
receive an Achievement Award for last year's Variety Show. Wendy is the
Vice President of CPRS District I, and will be President next year.
Communications
Tim Barry indicated that the Easter Egg Hunt is Saturday at A park along
with opening day of Cal Ripkin Baseball — the park will be very busy. Tim
is very proud of the show of support for the Senior Center and the staff. The
Department has no fat to cut before affecting people, and it is up to the City
Council to make the final decisions. Though he was placed in a position to
propose cuts, he is not at odds with the Council and his heart is with the
seniors. The budget crisis is a tough problem to resolve.
Barry also shared that Lee Jurgiel received a note from E'Lane Bielecki
submitting her resignation. Lee has recommended Georgia Todd for the
opening. To date Georgia is the only one to submit a letter of interest.
Matters From Commissioners
Elaine Sampson asked who makes the final decision on these proposed cuts?
Per Councilmember Reilly and City Attorney Strauss it was not a Council
decision. Per Mayor Flores it is a Council decision since it affects the
budget. The decision will be made on March 26.
Ann Kennedy displayed the lovely clock she received for her 20 years of
service to the City. Discussion ensued about the Commissioners Dinner.
Gary Tatman, from the Park & Recreation Commission spoke about the
CPRS District I Awards and Installation Banquet March 2. Tony Tam
received an award for community service, as did the Teen Committee for
The Vision Teen Center.
Meeting adjourned: There being no further business to discuss and no
further desiring to be heard, it was moved to adjourn at 1:31 p.m.
ATTESL /,,64v—
Recreation Specialist, cr ation Department
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City Of Rohnert Park
From The Office Of
Armando F. Flores, Mayor
March 14, 2002
To: City Council
Re: Recommendation
Senior Center Facility
During this difficult financial period, We have asked our department managers to
make budget recommendations, Many of these recommendations we will accept or modify
prior to implementation.
However, there is one that is totally unacceptable to me. I will not support any
reduction of the Senior Center Facility that is dedicated for senior activities.
It is one of our most successful programs in terms of activities and attendance.
Every room and suite must remain available for the seniors in our community. City funds
provided for the Senior Center are a small part of our$20 million budget. We must not
diminish the quality of the program.
With our focused efforts, we will find a suitable location for the Building Department.
To provide alternative facilities will cost us an estimated $7,750 per year for two years.
Certainly the savings are not worth the burden that will be placed on the Senior Center.
I urge you to join me in maintaining the present status of the Senior Center.
Analysis - 1
1, Present Cost Of The Building Department Facility - $47,744
(Rental / Services)
2. Preparation Cost Of Section Of Vision Teen Center - $26,000
$21,744
Analysis 2
1. Present Cost Of The Building Department Facility - $47,744
2. Preparation Cost Of The Senior Center Suite C - $10,500
$37,244
C. Savings Comparison - $15,500 Or$7,750 Per Year
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Re: Project Status Report
The following is a monthly status update on the major capital projects:
1. Library: Construction is 50%complete.Project is on schedule.
2. City Hall: Plans are out to bid. Bids scheduled to open March 21. Construction will start in
April.
3. At-Grade Crossings: Contract awarded to Stacy&Witbeck,Inc., from Alameda.
Construction is scheduled to start in April.
4. PAC Sign: Bids will be opened in late March,after the results of the marketing study are
incorporated into the plans.
5. Japanese Garden: Construction is complete. A dedication ceremony will be scheduled this
spring.
6. Benicia Rec Center: Contract awarded. Construction has started.
7. Community Center Beam Replacement:Plans will go out to bid in May. Construction is
scheduled for September.
8. Street Overlays: Plans will be ready to go out to bid in March, for construction in the
summer.
9. Water Meters: State grant application filed on March 1. Consultant preparing RFP for
meter installation. Construction to follow State funding,to be completed in one year.