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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11/28/2011 - Regular Minutes - Parks Board College Station Senior Advisory Committee Regular Meeting Monday, November 28, 2011 10:00am Southwood Community Center 1520 Rock Prairie Rd MINUTES Members Present: E.E. Burns, Jon Denton, Frank Duchmasclo, Ann Hays, Susan McGrail, Jerry Markowich, Robert Meyer, Pearl Robertson, Ron Silvia, Patricia Vanderboom and Joanna Yeager Members Absent: Patricia Vanderboom Visitors Present: Bob Yancy Staff Present: Kelly Kelbly and Marci Rodgers I. Call to order The meeting was called to order at 10:02 a.m. by Joanna Yeager, Chariman II. Hear visitors Bob Yancy introduced himself as a candidate for the Texas House of Representatives. III. Approval of minutes from regular meeting on October 31, 2011 Jerry Markowich made the motion to approve the minutes. E.E. Burns seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. IV. Update and discussion on patio project at Southwood Community Center. Frank Duchmasclo reported that he plans to visit with Pete Vanecek, Park Planner, to discuss the possibility of expanding Southwood Community Center by adding on to the existing facility. Mr. Duchmasclo also attended the last Parks and Recreation Board meeting where the developer presented a preliminary plan for the senior living community to be built behind Southwood Community Center. Park land dedication funds could possibly be used to help with the patio project at Southwood Community Center, V. Update and discussion regarding Senior Advisory Committee Goals (2012 goals attached) Robert Meyer reported that the goal subcommittee met and discussed four goals along with action steps for the committee to consider adopting. Sub-committee members included: Pat Vanderboom, Jon Denton, Frank Duchmasclo, Robert Meyer and Joanna Yeager. A copy of the goals and action steps were distributed to each committee member. Mr. Bums stated that he would like to have demographic information that would show the number of seniors in College Station. Jerry Markowich made the motion to approve the 2012 Goals for the Senior Advisory Committee as presented. Ann Hays seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. VI. Presentation, possible action and discussion on Senior Services Coordinator Report regarding upcoming programs and events (report attached) Marci Rodgers reported on October and November events and highlighted upcoming events in December. December 2: Christmas at the Creek activities begin December 8: Holiday Dance at College Station Conference Center, 5:30 -7:30 pm December 10: Senior Pageant at Lincoln Center honoring the Age of Elegance 6-9pm December 14: Holiday Open House at SWCC from 10:00 — 12:00 noon December 30: SWCC line dancers perform at Reed Arena 7:00 pin Kelly Kelbly explained that the department will be unable to renew senior memberships at the Holiday Open House scheduled on December 14th. The new software system used by the Parks and Recreation Department for memberships, rentals, class registration etc. will begin operating on January 1, 2012. Kelly Kelbly also explained the new fees for membership. Committee members interested in participating in the Bryan/College Station Holiday parade on December 4th were encouraged to sign up with Kelly Kelbly as soon as possible. VII. Presentation, discussion and possible action on future agenda items: A Committee member may inquire about a subject for which notice has not been given. A statement of specific factual information or the recitation of existing policy may be given. Any deliberation shall be limited to a proposal to place the subject on an agenda for a subsequent meeting. VIII. Adjourn The next meeting of the Senior Advisory Committee will be held on December 19, 2011. The meeting adjourned at 11:01 a.m. Senior Services Coordinator Report November 2011 October Event/Class Attendance Location Computer Classes (2) 5 SWCC Bridge 82 SWCC Game Day 15 SWCC 42 69 SWCC Exploring History Lunch Lecture 103 Conference Center Senior World Passport Program (2) 110 SWCC Bingo 10 SWCC Sit & Fit 45 SWCC Line Dancing 134 SWCC Computer Club 25 CC Training Room Birthday Party 5 SWCC Movie 5 SWCC Genealogy Group 6 SWCC Senior Advisory Committee 11 SWCC Transitions of Life Series 38 SWCC Lincoln Center 366 Lincoln Center Special Presentation on Birding 7 SWCC Special Event: Halloween Dance 41 Conference Center Special Event: Senior Fall Fest 300 Veteran's Park Total Programs Offered: 16 Total: 1,377 Total Special Events: 3 November Highlights: Diabetes Class: Free 6 week workshop held on Mondays from 1 -3 at SWCC November 14: Midpoint review with Architect Design Students November 15: AARP Driving Class (23 participants) November 16: History Lunch Lecture 98 attended with Jim Singleton speaking on Unique Architecture in Bryan/College Station November 18: Bingo and Birthday Celebration Looking Ahead: December 2: Christmas at the Creek activities begin December 8: Holiday Dance at College Station Conference Center, 5:30 -7:30 pm FREE December 10: Senior Pageant at Lincoln Center honoring the Age of Elegance 6:00— 9:00 pm December 14: Holiday Open House at SWCC from 10:00 — 12:00 noon December 23-26: City Holiday December 30: SWCC line dancers perform at Reed Arena 7:00 pm College Station Senior Advisory Committee 2011-2012 Goals The purpose of the Senior Advisory Committee is to address the needs of older adults in our community. The committee offers ideas to the Parks and Recreation Department for programs that will promote the physical, social, educational, recreational and emotional well-being of older adults. Goal: Establish a Permanent Senior Center for College Station Action Steps: a) Decide when to start planning b) Expand Southwood Community Center for senior programs c) Expand senior programs at Southwood Community Center d) Decide on location: Southwood Community Center, Southwood Community Center plus addition, Krenek Tap & Dartmouth, or other areas e) Work with staff to decide on floor plan as presented in previous bond proposal or TAMU Architectural class models f) Determine name: College Station Senior Center, College Station Senior/Community Center or Community Center g) Present Senior Center expansion plans to City Council Goal: Continue to Develop Senior Programs at the Southwood Community Center Action Steps a) Increase the number and size of various programs b) Increase the senior membership at the Southwood Community Center c) Program sub-committee will continue to meet monthly with staff to set monthly calendar of events d) Collaborate with other organizations to offer quality programs e) Work with city staff to improve signage for the Community Center Goal: Promote Healthy Lifestyle Programs for seniors Action Steps: a) Promote hike and bike trails throughout the park system b) Promote programs on nutrition and healthy diets for seniors c) Promote lunch seminars on health or financial topics offered by hospitals and Brazos Valley Area Agency on Aging d) Develop a list of individual discounts and conveniences offered to seniors by commercial companies e) Recognize senior friendly businesses in the community Goal: Complete Patio Project as Southwood Community Center Action Steps: a) Work with staff and developers on patio project