HomeMy WebLinkAbout1980 BCCC/RSVP Minutes and NotesBRAZOS COUNTY COMMUNITY TY COUNCIL
ih e Brazos County Community Council board met at noon February 11, 1980
in the regular meeting room. Mrs. Lila Lane presided. Others in
attendance were Mr. D.A. Anderson, IDIr. Eldon Calloway, -Mrs. Henryetta
Doak, Ms. Myrtle Garrett (RSVP Advisory Council Chairman), Mrs. Topaz
Hughes, Dr. R.D. Lewis, Mr. Walter N anning, Mrs. Johnnie Pearson,
Mrs. Judy Phillips, Mrs. Shirley,Plapp, Mr. Mike Sims (RSVP Finance
Committee Chairman), and Mr. Jim'Thompson.
Mr. Manning MOVED minutes of the previous meeting be approved as
mailed out. Seconded by Mr. Anderson. MOTION PASSED.
Mr. Manning presented the Treasurer's Report, a copy of which is
attached to the original of these minutes. Balance on hand February 1
was $4,131.85. Mr. Anderson MOVED the report be adopted. Mrs. Pearson
seconded. MOTION PASSED.
Mr. Anderson and Mr. Calloway reported on their meeting as chairmen
of Publicity and Membership committees. They will prepare a letter
to be sent regarding membership. They recommend the letter be sent
to churches, sororities and fraternities at A &M, and previous contri-
butors. The Board AGREED to that arrangement. However, Dr. Lewis
said he felt the orgaXnizations needed personal solicitations under
direction of the membership committee. Mrs. Hughes said that while
not as many churches pay dues as previously, several do provide
money when needed for a specific purpose.
Mr. Anderson further reported he and Mr. Calloway do not feel BCCC
is receiving all the recognition it should in news releases. Opinions
were expressed that RSVP news releases should show a relationship to
BCCC and vice versa. Mr. Anderson said he will be glad to prepare
any news releases that have actual news value.
Mrs. Lane agreed to ask Mrs. Lucile Gould to fill out the unexpired
term of Mr. Quisenberry and also to be the BCCC board non - voting
representative to the RSVP Advisory Council meetings since Mr. Calloway
finds he will be unable to serve in this capacity. (Those meetings
are held on the first Tuesdays at 11 AM.) If Mrs. 1Xduld cannot serve:
as representative, Mrs. Lane will do so temporarily. Ms. Ethel Clark
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Mrs. Lane appointed the Nominating Committee: Mrs. Doak, chairman,
Mr. Thompson, and Mrs. Pearson.
Mrs. Lane reported sympathy cards have been sent to the families of
Mr. Roy Snyder and Dr. John Quisenberry.
Mr. Calloway reminded the board of its intent to have a chart for
functional organizational structures for the I &R office. Mrs. Hughes
will prepare the chart after consulting with Mr. Calloway.
Mr. Anderson MOVED the supervisor of I &R office have authority to
keep books, sign checks when the Treasurer is not available, prepare
and sign FICA and 990 reports, and prepare and sign reports for STEP,
BVDC, Brazos Valley Community Action, insurance, and workmen's
compensation. Mrs. Doak seconded. MOTION PASSED.
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Mrs. Hughes reported the BCCC books have recently been audited.
She gave the I &R report for January: 81 individuals served and
9 through outreach; unable to assist 11 since there were no funds
for rent, utilities, and medical expenses; 157 unduplicated van
passengers; 1025 passenger rides and 2007 passenger trips; and
3381 miles logged by the two vans.
Mrs. Plapp presented the RSVP report for December: 330 volunteers
of which 284 were active and served 4285 hours in 30 stations. This
represents a cost of 81.7¢ per hour, with 48.5% local matching
funds. She also submitted the RSVP Financial Report for January, a
copy of which is attached to the original of these minutes.
Mr. Mike Sims, Chairman of the RSVP AdvisoryFinance Committee,
presented the proposed adjusted budget for 11/1/79- 10/31/80. A copy
is attached to the original of these minutes. Congress voted more
funds for RSVP s. Up to $4500 in additional funds could e applied
for, but the local RSVP is only applying for $3 Mr. Thompson
MOVED this proposed budget be submitted. Mrs. Pearson seconded.
MOTION PASSED.
Dr. Lewis MOVED the BCCC President be authorized to sign a contract
with Brazos County for $1800 to be paid to RSVP for the current year.
Mr. Thompson seconded. MOTION PASSED.
Mrs. Lane read a letter from Mr. Joseph D. Wheeler stating that he
audited RSVP books for the year ended 10/31/79 and found the records
to be currently and correctly maintained and in balance with the bank.
Mrs. Plapp announced. she will be attending a meeting in Austin later
this week.
Mrs. Hughes reported she recently attended a meeting of supervisors
of the STEP program and spoke to a sorority and a graduate class about
volunteers in the community and what sources are available to low -
income people.
She further reported BCCC paid $75 toward printing of the AARP
Shopper's Guide for Senior Citizens and received 1000 copies for
I &R distribution.
Mrs. Hughes also reported she had, gone to the Bryan Fire Department
to find out whether I &R Outreach could be a backup for the Reassurance
program. They were pleased., as they did not know where to refer
callers, and they will contact Mrs. Hughes later.
Respectfully submitted,
Judy Phillips, Secretary
NEXT MEETING: March 10
3RAZOS COU1 CO!1DFUi?ITY COUNCIL
Tze Brazos'County Community Council board met at noon June 9, 1980
in the regular meeting, room. Ers. Lila Lane presided. Others in
attendance were Igrs. Irma Benavides, I Eldon Calloway, Nrs. Henryetta
Doak, Mr. C.E. Gatlin, Mrs. Topaz Hughes, Dr. R.D. Lewis, Mr. Walter
Manning, Mrs. Johnnie Pearson, Pars. Judy Phillips, hirs. Shirley
Plapp, 14r. Mike Sims (RSVP Finance Committee Chariman), Mrs. LaVerne
Skinner, and Mr. Jim Thompson.
i Hughes MOVED minutes of the previous meeting be approved as
mailed out. Mr. Manning seconded. MOTION PASSED.
Mrs. Lane expressed appreciation to those who had participated in
the BCCC - sponsored program for senior citizens on May 27, which she
thought was successful. And she complimented the RSVP program for
the way it is working.
In answer to questions Mrs. Hughes responded there is no continuous
review of establishments which are listed as giving discounts to
senior citizens, but the booklet will be updated probably after a
year or so. Some of the establishments do not have a sign displayed
that discounts are given and a person must ask for the privilege
or show credentials in many cases. Sometimes this is the policy
because the establishment wishes not to embarrass the senior citizen.
Mrs. Hughes reported the Governor's Committee on Aging is now an
independent committee. On June 17 and 18 there will be a training
workshop on the crime prevention for the elderly program.
She announced the STEP workers do not work the last two weeks in June.
Mrs. Hughes also reported the Reassurance calls are limited to 35 per
day because one STEW worker is on vacation. Some of the people on
the list are called twice a week rather than daily. Mrs. Plapp said
RSVPers would be glad to help with the calling. However, Mrs. Hughes
said it is necessary to do a certain amount of calling from the
I &R office. It was urged that the calling program not be reduced.
Mrs. Hughes will check further with the fire departments of Bryan
and College Station. She has been informed by the departments
they are reluctant to use "elderly and children" stickers as they
are not removed when people move and the stickers no longer apply.
Mrs. Hughes has not had a chance to check with the postal authorities
about Postal Alert. She feels the program does not have to involve
the postal carriers as much as it did in the Temple experience.
Mr. Manning presented the Treasurer's Report. Balance on hand
June 1 was h,$3,969.10. Mr. Thompson MOVED accepting the report.
Mrs. Doak seconded. MOTION PASSED. A copy is attached to the
original of these minutes.
Mrs. Skinner gave the I &R report for May: 79 individuals served;
unable to serve seven because of lack of funds; 35 individuals
served by telephone Reassurance; 404 telephone calls made; four
Outreach visits; 170 passengers transported by van; 924 passenger
rides; and 1848 passenger trips. She is visiting all the people
who want to be on the Reassurance list to see what other kinds of
help might be needed.
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Mr. Sims presented the RSVP Financial Report for the period ending
Hay 25. He also presented the RSVP budget for the period. 11/1/79-
12/31/80, which is an extension of two months. Copies of the
report and the budget are attached to the original of these minutes.
Mr. Thompson MOVED they be accepted. Mr. Manning seconded.
MOTION PASSED.
Mrs. Lane read a letter from Education Services Center in Huntsville
requesting a poster be displayed regarding Special Education in the
local school districts.
Mrs. Plapp gave the volunteer report for April: 339 volunteers of
which 305 were active and served 5634 hours in 34 stations. This
represents matching funds of 56.79.
She also presented the volunteer station evaluation, which had an
increase in the number of respondents over last year, and the
volunteer evaluation. Copies are attached to the original of
these minutes. She pointed out one volunteer had noted it would
be beneficial to have "no solicitors" stickers for senior citizenst
doors. Mrs. Plapp will coordinate this project with Mrs. Skinner
for Outreach visits after the new budget year starts January 1.
Dr. Lewis reported the RSVP Advisary Committee decided to assemble
information from = -a selected group from that Committee for their
suggestions for the 1981 White House Conference on Aging, rather
than have a general forum of the whole Committees: The,same
procedure will follow for Rotary and AARP. Suggestions will then
go to the Area Agency on Aging. Mr. Calloway, Mrs. Lane, and
Mrs. Plapp will work on the same basis for BCCC. A copy of
Dr. Lewis' outline for procedures is attached to the original of
these minutes.
Respectfully submitted,
Judy Phillips, Secretary
NEXT MEETING: July 14
Bi�1�GUa : �U_� 1 Y ;UIfIIUr� i `I'Y CQt
The Brazos County Community :;ouncil xecutive.Roard ::pct at noon on
March 10, 1930 in Rooir, 311, Vari�•.o Buildin.=; with Lila Lane, ;resident, - pre-
e>idinil. Present were: 1101-1-y Re�, Eldon Calloway, Lila Lane, R. D. Lewis,
D. A. Anderson, Henryett,a Doak, Topaz Huf;hes, Janie Velesquez, and La Verns•
Skinner.
Treasurer's report given by Topaz Hughes for I & R showed a. balance of
$4722.05. Report was approved by motion made by D. A. Anderson and second -
ed by By Henryetta Doak. Financial report for R S V P was handed out show-
in- a balance of 35780.99. R. D. Lewis moved the report be accepted, second-
ed by Holly Rees. I•lotion carried.
Copies of function of supervisory committee and supervisor duties of
Director, assistant Director, and STEP workers, and special chart were hand-
ed out. D. A. Anderson moved that supervisory committee not be listed at
the side but be listed in the same box with supervisor. Motion seconded and
carried.
Area Agency on Aging has a grant for Visitation.ard Telephone reassur-
ance for 3500.00 with match of 356.00. Topaz Hughes stated that the after-
noon STEP worker could take care of the phone calls and Outreach could be
done by the director. Andy Anderson moved that we apply for the grant. Mo-
tion seconded and carried.
Topaz Hughes recommended that the Director (La Verne Skinner) be given
a salary raise of X20.00 per month in the new contract with Area Agency on
Aging beginnin in May; this mould raise the salary from $ 6 30-00 to $650.00
a month. Eldon Calloway moved this increase be allowed. Andy Anderson
seconded the motion. Motion carried. . rte.-
Janie Velasquez presented the quarterly report as sent to Action. This
report shows Non- Federal income total of $3553.00 which shows the community
support. The report was approved to be sent to Action. RSVP Orientation
t %Iorkshop for Volunteer Station Supervisors will be at Holiday Inn North on
rlarch 27, 1930 from 1:00 to 3:00 P. M.
D. A. Anderson reported a letter has been drafted to be sent to churches
seeking support, and a modified form will be sent to sororities and frater-
nities. Motion seconded. Motion carried.
Lucille Gould has accepted appointment the board to fill the unexpired
term of John 2uisenberry, deceased.
A letter had been received asking participation in Woman of the Year
After discussion, it was decided we would not participate
D. A. Anderson moved that the iiPINUAL iAEETIhG be held April 14th in Room
311 Varisco Building and that all paid up members be invited to attend.
Meeting adjourned at 1:15 P. PI.
Mrs. C. C. Doak, Acting Secretary
BRAZOS COUNTY COMMUNITY COUNCIL
The Brazos County Community Council Annual Meeting was held at noon.
April 14, 1980 in the Varisco Building. Mrs. Lila Lane presided. Others
in attendance were Mrs. Lucile Gould, Firs. Topaz Hughes, Dr. R.D. Lewis,
Mrs. Judy Phillips, Mr. Holly Rees, Mr. Mike Sims (RSVP Finance Committee
Chairman), Mrs. Laverne Skinner, and Mrs. Janie Velasquez.
Dr. Lewis MOVED minutes of the board meeting of March 10 be approved as
mailed out. err. Rees seconded. MOTION PASSED.
Mrs. Hughes presented the Treasurer's report. Balance on hand April 1
was $4,160.86. Mrs. Gould MOVED accepting the report. Mr. Rees
seconded. 1 PASSED.
Mr. Sims presented the Request for Rebudgeting for RSVP discussed at the
February 11 board meeting. At that time only '$3,300 additional budgeting
was proposed. However, RSVP is required to apply for $5,300. It is
expected that :4,500 will be forthcoming each year. The additional
?800 in federal funds is to be used for travel for 1979 -80 only. A copy
Is attached to the original of these minutes, along with justifications.
Mrs. Hughes MOVED the new budget as presented be approved subject to
revision by the board at next month's meeting. Mrs. Gould seconded.
MOTION PASSED.
Mr. Sims reported the CETA worker will become a regular office worker
in June.
A copy of the RSVP proposed budget for January 1, 1981 - December 31, 1981
is also attached to the original of these minutes. Dr. Lewis MOVED RSVP
use the calendar year as its fiscal year by extending 1979 --M through
December 1980. Mr. Rees seconded. MOTION PASSED.
Mrs. Velasquez gave the February volunteer report: 336 active volunteers
served 4,883 hours in 31 stations. This represents a cost of 76.6¢ per
hour and a local match of 50.1 %.
Mrs. Hughes presented the proposed 1981 BCCC budget for the Unit - ed Way
which must be submitted soon. A copy is attached to the original of
these minutes. Mr. Rees MOVED approving the budget as presented.
Mrs. Gould seconded. MOTION PASSED.
Mrs. Hughes gave the I &R report for March: 109 individuals served;
unable to assist 23 callers because of lack of funds for rent, pre-
scriptions, and utility bills. There were 152 unduplicated van passen-
gers and 1,978 passenger trips, 806 incoming calls, and 287 outgoing
calls.
Dr. Lewis and Mrs. Hughes attended on April 2 an Area Agency on Aging
meeting to discuss the 1981 White House Conference on Aging. A BCCC
board meeting can be considered a forum if there is discussion of
specific items and if a a list of problems and proposals is submitted
to be presented to the State Conference on Aging which will then be
submitted to the White House Conference. Dr. Lewis will work on getting
the information for such a forum.
The Nominating Committee report was read, submitted by Mrs. Henryetta
Doak, chairman, Mrs. Johnnie Pearson, and Mr. Jim Thompson. Dr. Lewis
MOVED accepting the report and electing those nominated. Mrs.Hughes
seconded. MOTION PASSED. Elected to two -year terms which expire
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June 30, 1982 were: D.A. Anderson, Irma Benavides, Eldon Calloway,
C.E. Gatlin, Topaz Hughes, Walter Manning, Judy Phillips, and Aline
Snyder. Officers elected for 1980 -81 are: Lila Lane, President;
Holly Rees, ?Tice President; Judy Phillips, Secretary; and Walter Manning,
Treasurer.
Mrs. Hughes reported on a recent three -month average: I &R costs were
$2.84 per contact which compares favorably with the other six counties
in BVDC. Transportation averaged 18¢ per mile which also compares
favorably.
Mrs. Hughes read a letter asking for help in finding summer employment
for the writer's 16 -year old handicapped son. Mrs. Hughes asked that
anyone who has any ideas for help should contact her.
Respectfully submitted,
Judy Phillips, Secretary
NEXT MEETING: May 12
BRAZOS COU1 Y COMMUNITY COUNCIL
The Brazos County Community Council. board. met at noon
Iay 12, 1980 in the regular meeting room. Mrs. Lila Lane - oresided.
Others in attendance were T-ir. Eldon Calloway, Mrs. Henryetta Doak,
Mr. C.E. Gatlin, Mrs. Topaz Hughes, Dr. R.D. Lewis, Mr. Walter
Manning, Mrs. Judy Phillips, Mrs. Shirley Plapp, :4r. Holly Rees,
and Mrs. La Skinner.
_'Jr. Calloway MOVED minutes of the previous meeting be approved as
corrected. Mrs. Doak seconded. MOTION PASSED. Corrections were:
page 1, paragraph 4, line 2: "At that time only �$] additional
budgeting was approved." Page 1, paragraph 4, line 5: insert
"volunteer" before "travel."
In an8wer to a question about the CETA worker becoming a regular
office worker in June, Mrs. Plapp said this is provided for in the
additional funds as, *ailable and there will not be a, CETA worker.
i'rs. Hughes MOVED BCCC sponsor a special program for senior citizens.
14r. Calloway seconded. MOTION PASSED. The program will consist
of films made on a European trip by two senior citizens and will
be held May 27 at 3PM in the Medallion Room. Mrs. Plapp will wor'",
with Mrs. Lane on publicity for the meeting which is being held as
a part of Senior Citizens Month.
Mr. ManninF, presented the Treasurer's report. Balance on hand
?lay 1 was $4,202.32.
ilrs. Skinner gave the I&R report for April: 85 individuals served,
178 client contacts made, 16 outreach calls, and unable to serve
18 because of lack of funds for rent, utilities, and medical bills.
There were 138 individuals served by transportation, 960 passenger
rides and 1920 passenger trips with 3242 miles logged.
Mrs. Hughes reported a BVDC grant of $500 for the Reassurance program.
The STEP worker does the calling in the afternoon. There are
presently 109 people who want to be called daily. Mrs. Hughes will
check with the Fire Department to see if they want to handle some
of these calls. A screening is being done for duplications and to
find out whether some calls could be done on a less -than -daily basis.
Mrs. Plapp presented the RSVP Financial report for April, explaining
that some adjustments in the Federal Account will be shotrn in the
May report.
She gave the RSVP volunteer report for'I +larch: 338 volunteers of
whom 302 were active and worked 5561 hours in 32 stations. This
represents a cost of 85;, per hour, making 59J of total money in March
to be non - federal (matching funds).
Mrs. Plapp called attention to the May Center magazine article about
RSVP and reported she had presented a program at Years for Profit,
acquiring a volunteer.
She also reported on the five - state meeting in E1 Paso where she
helped train_ 17 new RSVP directors and had sharing sessions.
Several RSV1 volunteers work at Crisis Hotline, it was Dointed out
ivi.rs. Plapp re about the recognition ceremony sponsored by
the County Extension Aging Committee and RSVP at the First Presby -
terian Church on May 14 at 3DM. Dr. Lewis pointed out Senior
Citizens Month was started in 1971 and changed to Older Americans
Month in 1970'.
irs. Hughes said there are no new members resulting from the letter
sent out to sororities and fraternities.
She said the Area Agency on Aging Advisory Committee is insisting
I?11 display a sign and container asking people who come to the
office for help, to donate money. Mrs. Hughes is opposed as she
feels this practice is not in compliance with our United 'play
a -,reement.
Mrs. Lane plans to discuss the forum in preparation for the White
House Conference on Aging at next month's board meeting.
She asked anyone who knows of a necessity to send a card to a
member of the board to contact Judy Phillips.
:Respectfully submitted,
Judy Phillips, Secretary
NEXT MEETING: June 0
fI- - K &- F'
Brazos County Community Council
309 Varisco Building 0 Bryan, Texas o Telephone 823 -5226
President A - T,ril 15, 197
Eldon Calloway
Vice esident
"r Dear Friend,
_
Jim Thomason May I please have a few moments of your time?
Secretary I write you about a community matter that is of vital
Judy Phillips imnortance to the Bryan - College Station area. It is one in
which all citizens have a stake, and which, I believe,
Treasurer particularly deserves the support of you and the service
Robert Bossler organizations.
BOAR OF
The communit matter is the Brazos County Community
DIRECTORS
Council (B.C.C.C.T. It had its inception. in 1968 under
the leadership of H. G. (Andy) Kenagy and Bob Bossler
D. A. Anderson
whom you perhaps know.
Judae -l. Vance
R. D. Lewis
The officers and board members give freely of their
Topaz Hue-hes
time without remuneration. They earnestly solicit the
Khox.Parr
assistance of individuals and organizations in the devel-
Aline Snyder
opment of a balanced program of essential health, welfare,
Val Roath
and other community services. Our aim is to have the least
Lucille Gould
amount of duplication.
Lila Lane
Pat Newton
Perhaps our better known service is the Information
Barbara Schoenmann
and Referral Office which seeks to direct people in need
Irene Buentillo
to the proper agency for help, or in liett of this to help
solve the problem by other means. Other concerns of the
SUPERVISORY
Council are the Road Runner Service, transportation of
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elderly by van, and R.S.V.P.
Chairman As a Council, we are concerned about people and the
Topaz Hughes community they live in; I know you and other individuals
Agnes Bowen as well as organizations s'iare - t` , is view.
Freddie Wolters Our ANNUAL MEETING will be April 20th, 1978 at the
Ex- Offico
Hobert Bossler Bryan Library at 7:30 P.M. Our program will be on
ENE,RGENCY CHILD CARE. Please plan to be present.
With your membership and financial help, we can
perform needed services and carry forward the operations
of the Council. It is Vital.
May we count on your support. Our dues are $5.00;
any additional amount, however small, would be appreciated.
Thank you,
Yours in service,
"' `L b•-�i lj � -._ - J /�.� L ..ter _ -__ � - -._--
Presiderit
P.S. We invite you or your representative to a end a
regular monthly Board meeting (noon hour) second Monday
of each month.
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Brazos County Community Council
309 Varisco Building • Bryan, Texas a Telephone 823 -5226
DUES AND DONATIONS THROUGH 05/76
BCCC
ME4BERSHIP DUES
First Baptist Church, Bryan
The Woman's Club
Mrs. 0. R. Orr
Dr. Lester C. Bock
Dr. W. H. Ritchey
Dr. Frank G. Anderson
Mr. H. Eldred Pryor
Dr. J. W. Dollahite
Dr. R. D. Lewis
M/M Fred R. Jones
Earl Cook
John G. McNeely
Mrs. Clinton A. Phillips
Mike Mistovich
Lila Lane
Bob Ezell, Home Bldrs. Cons.
W. F. and Topaz Hughes
Altrusa Club
Ethel K. Clark
M/M Claude Skinner
Mrs. Martha J. Pellett
Shiloh Baptist Church
Dr. Phil Davis, Joyce Davis
H. S. Lipscomb
Dr. J. H. auisenberry
Rosa B. Richardson
Lucille Gould ,
Preceptor Beta Phi
Dr. J. B. Glenn, Jr.
INFORMATION AND REi
DONATIONS
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RETIRED SENIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAisi
PERSONNEL PRACTICES Approved April 10,1978
1. Salary and Fringe
a. RSVP staff salaries and fringe benefits shall be approved at the
beginning of each project ,year by the BCCC Executive Board
and the amounts shall appear in the minutes of this Board.
2. No Compensatory Time shall be allowed for Director or- Administrative
Secretary.
3. STAFF leave
a. Annual leav shall number 10 regular working days per project
year and shall be allowed to accrue from year to year. The staff
shall stagger annual leave with a notification of such planned leave
to the BCCC President (or his /her designee) and the RSVP Advisory
Council Chairman. A monthly record shall be kept by the RSVP staff.
b. Sick leav shall number one day per month and may be advanced
or accrued up to 12 days for each project year and may accumulate
up to 30 days.
c. Holidays shalll number 10 days per year for each project year,
as follows:
1.
New Year's Day
2.
President's Birthday
3rd
Monday in February
3.Easter
Holiday
will
be Good Friday
4.
blemorial Day
4th
Monday in I+iay
5.
Independence Day
July
4th
6.
Labor Day
lst
Monday in September
7.
Thanksgiving Day
plus
Friday after
9.
Christmas Day
plus
day after or before
d, If
a holiday falls on Saturday it
shall be taken on preceeding
Friday; if on Sunday, taken
on following
Monday.
e. Leave without pay shall be limited to 30 calendar days per
project year and shall be approved by the BCCC Executive Board.
f. Leave with pay shall include stated holidays, annual leave,
court and jury duty, doctor's and dentists appointments,
funerals, and voting leave. Leave for voting shall not exceed
one hour taken at the beginning or close of regular working day.
4. Office Hours will be from 8:30 to 5:00 on regular workdays.
5. Staff Job Descriptions sh211 be available and reviewed and revised as
necessary throught the cooperative efforts of the RSVP staff, Advisory
Council, and the BCCC Executive Board. The RSVP staff shall include two
full time employees - -a Director and an Administrative Secretary.
6. RSV? STAFF PERSONNEL POLICIES are effective for duration of each project
year. These policies shll be reviewed and or revised annually by the
RSVP staff and the Advisory Council. The BCCC Executive Board shall
annually these policies.
RSVP Personnel Practices Page 2.
7. These policies shall be in accordance with Action policies and the
annual administration of the grant as approved by the BCCC Executive
Board and authorized by ACTION.
8. Amendments to these policies may be approved by the BCCC Executive
Board at any time during each project year.
Revised by Supervisory Committee February 1978 and approved
by BCCC Executive Board April 10 1978.
Eldon Calloway
President
Supervisory Committee
Topaz Hughes, Chairman
Agnes Bowen
Freddie Wolters
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RETIRED SENIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
of the Brazos County Community Council
Room 310 Varisco Building - Bryan, Texas 77801
713 - 822 - 2712
ACTIVE RSVP VOLUNTEER STATIONS
May 1978
Altrusa Club of Bryan- College Station
American Association of Retired Persons
Brazos County
Brazos Valley Child Development
Brazos Valley Community Action Agency
Brazos Valley Development Council
Brazos Valley Family Planning
Brazos Valley Museum of Natural Sciences
Bryan Hospital
Clothes Closet
Community Friends International
Community House Girls' Club
County Extension Office
Crestview Retirement Community
Department of Human Resources
Financial Counseling Service
Friendly Folks
Friends of the Library
Girls' Club
Information &. Referral A
Leisure Lodge
March of Dimes
Maroon &, White Corps
New Light for the Blind
Pen Pals
RSVP Office &. Advisory Council
Reading Material Distribution
Roadrunners
St. Joseph Hospital Pink Ladies
Senior Citizens Center at Faith United
Senior Citizens Cheer -Up Club
Sherwood Volunteers
Sweetbriar Nursing Home
Texas Agricultural Experiment Station
Telephone Reassurance Service
Telephone Contactors
Years for Profit
May Report
295 Volunteers of which
241 were active and served
3�L7,ZC� hours in
37 Volunteer Stations
RETIRED SENIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
of the Brazos County Community Council
Room 310 Varisco Building - Bryan, Texas 77801
713 - 822 - 2712
June 14, 1978
Memo to: RSVP Advisory Council Members
From: Shirley Plapp, RSVP Director
Subject: RSVP Savings account
Our state income scheduled in our current budget was less than the
amount we will actually receive. I propose that RSVP open a savings
account for monies received in excess of that budgeted. These monies
would also generate additional funds through interest. We will pro-
bably receive $3004400 more in State money than we had anticipated.
If you approve this savings account proposal, I will then seek approval
from the Brazos County Community Council at their July 10 Executive
Board meeting.
I further propose that Janie Velasquez, RSVP Administrative Secretary
be authorized to attend the two day RSVP training sessions held three
times a year in Austin. Her expenses, currently unallowable from bud-
geted funds, could be financed by monies from the savings account and
would not be reportable to ACTION. Naturally local records of these
expenditures would be kept.
During the past year Janie has provided me with valuable assistance in
the areas of volunteer placement, recruitment, and mediating misunder-
standings between volunteers. The training provided by ACTION has been
developed through great amounts of input from RSVP staff and has includ-
ed such topics as Interpersonl Communications, Gerontology, and Vol-
unteer Management. The July 12 -14 Conference will focus on Team Build-
ing, Goal Setting, and Organizational Effectiveness.
I would, of course, continue to attend the RSVP training conferences
using budgeted funds. My Austin expenses for the July 12 -14 training
conference will be approximately 5120 for per diem and mileage reim-
bursement. Janie's additional expenses would be approximately S40.
Our full time receptionist, Cheryl Ford, is extremely capable and
could maintain office operations quite capably for two days. We
could also provide supplementary volunteer staff to assist Cheryl
for all or parts of the two days.
Several other RSVP's in the state send additional staff to conferences.
Their trips are generally financed by the grantees or sponsors.
Our Austin Program Officer, Joe Bruch, has recently advised us that
other RSVP projects are considering conference payments for addit-
ional RSVP staff which would probably be financed by state monies.
Please consider these two proposals carefully and send in the ballot
appearing below.
I approve the opening of an RSVP savings account if authorized
by the Brazos County Community Council.
I approve using savings account monies to finance the Austin
RSVP conference expenditures for Janie Velasquez if' authorized
by the Brazos County Community Council.
Please return in enclosed envelope by June 24, 1978
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Rooms .3' 0 Wrisco Building - Eryan T exca 77801
713 - 822 -27 12— 713- 82� E54��
PROGRAM INFORMATION STATUIENT
November 1979
The purpose of the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is to de-
velop a meaningful life for older adults (60 and over) of Brazos County
through significant services as volunteers. An increasing number of
these older citizens desire to find satisfying opportunities to be in-
volved in community activities and to contribute of their talents, abi-
lities, and experience.
The RSVP is inherently a local program - - locally planned, operated,
controlled and supported. Federal funding of up to 700 of the total
budget is supplied annually.
Upon recommendation of the Governor's Committee on Aging, a permanent
State agency established in 1965, the.Brazos County Community Council
was approved by ACTION as the grantee of Federal finds for the RSVP
Project in Brazos County. Notification of the Federal Grant (824,736)
for the first year (September 1972- August 1973) was received in August
of 1972.
The following numbers of Senior Volunteers have been enrolled in RSVP
and actively serving: 72 -73, 100; 73 -74, 125; 74 -75, 165; 75 -76, 215;
76 - 77, 278; 77 - 78, 303; 76 - 79, 328, The 79 - 80 projection is 353 Senior
Volunteers.
The numbers of agencies or organizations in which these Senior Volun-
teers are likely to serve are estimated to rise to over 40.
RSVP is not a financial assistance program to older citizens. It is a
program of involvement for concerned, commited, and variously talented
older citizens in service to individuals and groups of any age- -not in
service to self, but to others.
There are no income, education, or specific experience requirements
of an older adult to become a Senior Volunteer. There are no enroll-
ment fees.
The budget for the local RSVP includes only the paid administrative
staff, essential transportation, rent, and other necessary operational
expenses. The Volunteer is to receive no salary, only possible minimum
allowance for meals and travel to the points of service. Accident and
Liability Insurance will be provided.
The paid staff consists of Shirley Plapp, Project Director, and Jane
Velasquez, Admi;iistrative Secretary /Volunteer Coordinator, and Lillian
Feldon, CETA l /Recepti oni.s t. The paid sta-`ff are supplemented by
the services of one clerical senior volunteer one half day weekly.
GFT INTO ACTION!
RETIRED SENIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
of the Brazos County Community Council
Room 310 Varisco Building - Bryan, Texas 77801
713- 822 - 2712 -713- 823 -5543
R SVP ADVISORY COUNCIL
:L9iJ- CSC
Myrtle Garrett, Chairman
RSVP Volunteer
1440 Magnolia, C.S.
693 -5266 1978 -80
Mike Sims, Vice Chairman
Crestview Retirement Community
Box 4008, B
822 -4442 1979-81
Claire Malone, Secretary
March of Dimes
3819 Old College Rd., B
B46-3470 197B-80
Truman Allen
Retired
500 East 30th, B
Community Cablevision
846 -4704 1978 -80
Jody Bates
603 Hereford
846 -2887
Burns DuBose, Med.
Pychologist
707 Texas Ave. Suite 105
696 -6170 1979 -81
Bruce Fisher
A & M Presbyterian Church
301 Church St. C.S.
846 -5631 1979 -81
Mildred Gandy,Real Estate
Century 21, LaDdry
P.O. Box 9375
846 -8846 1979 -81
Lionel Garcia
Texas Employment Commission
801 East 29th
779 -3743 1919 - 1
Clara Huggett
C.S, RSVP Volunteer
1979 -61 4308 Maywood, B.
646 -7257 1978 -51
Rev. Hugh Beck
Lutheran Student Center
315 "Main, N, E.5-
846 -6687 1979 -81
Hershel Burgess
Community Savings & Loan
717 University Dr., C.S.
846 -7774 1979 -81
Mrs. Ernest Clark .
2602 Hollow Oak Circle,
779 -1874 1979 -81
Mae Edna Jones, RSVP Volunteer
1402 West 28th B.
822 -0863 1979 -81
Sister Janie Marie Leija
Santa Teresa Catholic Church
1212 Lucky St.
822 -2932 1979 -80
Myrtle Martin
B Brazos Savings
P.O. Box 3338
779-2800 1979-81
Claude Davis
Dept. of Urban & Reg. Plan.
TAMU C.S-
693 -4187 1979 -81
Olemuel Davis
Retired
1500 N. Washington, B.
822 -3657 1976 -80
Ruth Morales,BVCAA
Family Planning Eligible Certifier
Room 302, Varisco Building
779 -5133 1979 -80
Suanne Pledger
St. Thomas School
600 W. Dexter, C.S.
696 -5301 1978 -80
Linda Pringle
D.ryan Library,
201 East 26th, B
823 -8021 SrI
Ann? Sterling
Retired
2112 Manning Way, B.
822 -0736 i978'
Ex- Officio Panel 11
Dr. R.D. Lewis, Retired
102 Greenway
84-: -9256 Voting
L.L. Womack, Retired
739 Garden Acres
646 - 6661 Voting
Wanda Pope
County Extension Agent
Brazos County Courthouse Arv\ek
822 -7373 Voting
ae �,,ge L" 1_8cn CcMovuu
Brazos County Community Council
410 N. Randolph B
822 -1733 Non - voting
Ernest Smith
914 W. 18th B.
779 -0792 1979 -81
John S. Rogers
P.O. Box 2657 B
822 -0463 1979-81
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S. T.HE POT S_dT1AL SYOiTSOR 6� RSUh
a. Requirements of Potential Spor_sor
(1) A public or private nonprofit
organization_
(2) Selected by the community to seek RSVP sponsor-
ship.
(3) Has a charter which legally permits operation
and administration _of the proposed project_
b. Other characteristics of a sponsoring organization
include:
(1) The capacity to effectively manage and operate
community service proa,ans.
(2) Interest and participatioa in a broad range of
community service programs, especially those
related to older persr -
(3) A good working relationship with other.comaunity
service agencies and organizations_
(4) Adequate financial support at the local level
with the capacity to develop sources of aon-
Federal support.
(5). A governing body or agency board which under=-
-stands and endorses the nature and purpose
of the project .so as to assure:
(a) Continuing assessment of the project's
success.
(b) Funding support.
(c) Allocation of staff time to the project_
(d) Assistance from governing body - members
when needed.
C. An applicant agency becomes a sponsor upon receipt
and acceptance of a Notice of Grant Award (NGA)
The NGA officially signifies ACTION's acceptance,
approval and funding of an application. It trust be
accepted in writing by the sponsor_
ou ec-
d. Requiremen for Snor_sorsnip oL an rev: tiri =aQkuL
Federal tu Suppor
The same requirements as those for Federally fur�ded
projects pertain to potential sponsors desiring t *�o
affiliate (or re^airt affiliated) with the prograr. It
who do not require (further) Federal finar_cial assi
tance. A written agreement specifying the sponsor's
willingness to abide by ACTION policy, and ACTION'S
provision of technical support and programmatic
materials, formalizes the relationship. ACTIONN-
furnished materials include such items as:
(3) Recognition materials (ribbor_s, pins, certifi.—
cates)
(2) Pamphlets, brochures, posters
(3) • Other informational and public relations
materials as available
(4) Handbook
AT y BRAZOS COUNTY COMMUNITY COUNCIL
The Brazos County Community Council met at noon July 14, 1980
in the regular meeting; room. Although President Lila Lane was
Present, she was not feeling well, so Mr. Holly Rees presided..
Others in attendance were Mr. D.A. Anderson, Mrs. Henryetta Doak,
Mr. C.E. Gatlin, Mrs. Topaz Hughes, Dr. R.D. Lewis, Mrs. Judy
Phillips, and Mrs. Shirley Plapp.
Tir. Anderson MOVED minutes of the previous meeting be approved
as mailed out. Seconded by Dr. Lewis. MOTION PASSED.
Mrs. Lane reported there had not been an opportunity for BCCC to
have the forum for the White' House Conference on Aging. Mrs. Hu; -hes
reported there had been nine such forums in the 7- county area,
four of them in Brazos County. The State meeting will be in
March 1981. The board AGREED there are enough forums to cover
our area and BCCC does not need to have one.
Mrs. Hughes MOVED increasing the salaries of I &R Personnel
Mrs. Laverne Skinner and Mrs. Virginia Wattinger by 10% effective
July 1, 1980. Mr. Anderson seconded. MOTION PASSED. Mrs. Hughes
said money is available for the increases. Mrs. Skinner's salary
ti••rill be $715 and Mrs. Wattinger's $357.50, both monthly.
Mrs. Hughes announced a project of the Area Agency on Aging
whereby needy people 60 years or older can get electric fans.
The State office allotted $10,000 for the 7- county area. Forty
fans are available for Brazos County. Recipients must have
working electrical outlets, no usable fan or air conditioner, and
not be able to afford purchasing a fan. The il1` homebound
get priority. An application must be made. Mrs. Plapp suggested
using volunteers to help speed distribution. Mrs. Hughes will
check with BVDC to find out whether anyone in addition to Mrs.
Skinner, who is required to use 10% of her time in outreach, can
work on this project. Mrs. Skinner plans to take applications
for the fans at Years for Profit and Lincoln Center as well as
through outreach.
Mrs. Plapp reported she has been getting some information about
starting discussion groups for older people who need support with
problems stemming from isolation, death of a spouse, etc. She
had become interested in such a project as a result of a presenta-
tion about mental health for the aging at a meeting she attended
in California in March. The local mental health agency indicated
a willingness to train workers. Mrs. Plapp said establishing such
a program will be a slow process. Finding a source of money is
one problem.
Mrs. Plapp announced RSVP will be involved with the Senior Olympics
again this year, to be held the first Saturday in September at
the Brazos Center.
She gave the RSVP May volunteer report: 341 volunteers of which
306 were active and served 5,706 hours in 34 stations. This
represents a 51.4% local match and 65.1¢ cost per volunteer hour
of service (which is lower than projected).
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Mrs. Hughes presented the `t'reasurer's Report. Balance on hand
July 1 was V'3,956.75• A copy is attached to the original of
these minutes.
She also presented the I &R report for June: 98 individuals
served; unable to assist eleven who needed funds for rent, taxes,
dentures, new roof, and child's summer school tuition; 187 van
passengers, 835 passenger rides and 1,670 passenger trips;
and unable to accommodate 15 van passengers due to lack of space.
Pairs. Plapp reported that at-next month's board meeting she
will be discussing goals and objectives for RSVP and its budget
for the year beginning January 1, 1981. T-
Respectfully submitted,
Judy Phillips, Secretary
NEXT MEETING: August 11
BRAZOS COUI COMMUNITY COUNCIL
The Brazos County Community Council board met at noon August 11, 1980
in the regular meeting room. Mrs. Lila Lane presided. Others
in attendance were Mrs. Henryetta Doak, Mr. C.E. Gatlin, Mrs. Topaz
'Hughes, Mrs. Judy Phillips, Mrs. Shirley Plapp, Mr. Mike Sims (RSVP
Finance Committee Chairman), and Mrs. Aline Snyder.
Minutes of the previous meeting were amended to show the Senior
Olympics will be held in November rather than September. Mrs. Skinner
MOVED minutes as amended be approved. Mrs. Hughes seconded.
MOTION PASSED.
Mr. Sims presented a proposed amended 14 -month budget for RSVP
for the period ending December 31, 1980. The BCCC board approved
the proposed budget for that period when it was presented at the
June 9 meeting. Mr. Sims said federal funds of :1,500 would not
be forthcoming and the budget was amended to reflect this change.
Instead, expected surplus funds are to be used. Mr. Gatlin MOVED
approving the proposed amended budget. Mrs. Phillips seconded.
MOTION PASSED. A copy is attached to the original of these minutes.
Mrs. Plapp presented RSVP Goals and Objectives for 1981. She
pointed out that with a full -time volunteer coordinator it is
expected to get more volunteers. One of the goals is to encourage
more participation from male volunteers. In answer to a question,
Mrs. Plapp said most RSVPers do their volunteer work in nursing
homes.
Mr. Sims presented the proposed RSVP budget for the year 1981.
A copy is attached to the original of these minutes. He pointed
out the personnel salaries reflect an average 72ro increase for
the year. Mr. Gatlin MOVED the budget be approved. i -ors. Snyder
seconded. MOTION PASSED. A copy is attached to the original
of these minutes. Firs. Hughes suggested it be reviewed at the
next board meeting when more members might be present. Mrs. Plapp
said the regional project officer will review the budget and may
have recommendations for some changes.
Mrs. Hughes gave the Treasurer's Report, a copy of which is.
attached to the original of these minutes. Balance on hand
August 1 was $6,
Mrs. Hughes also gave the I &R report for July: 173 individuals
served through I &R and 73 served through Outreach; and unable to
assist 19 since there were no funds for rent, utilities, glasses,
bus fares out of state, and medical and hospital bills. There
were 82 requests for fans which we could not fill, but more fans
are becoming available and some of these requests will be filled.
There were 163 van passengers served with 1,O58 passenger rides
and 2,116 passenger trips. There were 982 incoming phone calls
and 301 outgoing phone calls.
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Hrs. Snyder MOVED accepting these two reports (Treasurerts and
I&R) . T-Irs. Doak seconded. MOTION PASSED.
Mrs. Plapp gave the RSVP volunteer report for June: 343 volun-
teers of which 306 were active and served 5,721 hours in 33 active
stations. This represents a 40.7;4 local match and 78.2¢ cost
per hour. .
She presented the 1979 -80 RSVP Advisory Council evaluation. And
she copies of the quarterly program report for the
period 4/1- 6/30/80 which was submitted to ACTION regional office,
as well as the June and July RSVP Financial Reports. Copies of
all these reports are attached to the original of these minutes.
Respectfully submitted,
Judy Phillips, Secretary
NEXT MEETING: September 8. Please be present if possible as
we need every board member at
our meetings.
RETIRED SENIOR VO LUNTEER P ROGRAM
of the Brazos County Community Council
Room 3 10 Varisco Building - Bryan, Texas 77801
713 - 822 - 2712 -- 713 - 823 - 5543
August 28,1980
Dear /411 (�;/
Texas Transportation Institute is involved in experimentation
in research on highway signs. These experiments require public
input from all ages and TTI asked RSVP for assistance in secur-
ing participation by older residents.
The objective of this project is to determine sign interpreta-
tion of drivers and develop driver confidence in highway signs.
Volunteers participating must be licensed drivers who would be
willing to spend 30 -45 minutes viewing signs on a.cgmputer at _
the TTI office at 707 S. Texas Ave in College Station. All par-
ticipants would receive financial compensation of $ 5.00 or more.
Please call Lisa Kratz at 845 -2736 to schedule an appointment the
first week in September if you are interested in this project.
Your participation will have no effect whatsoever on the status
of your drivers license.
Sincerely,
Shirley Plapp
RSVP Director
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BRAZOS COUNTY COM-TRJNITY COUNCIL
`ne Brazos County Community Council board met at noon September 8, 1930
in the regular meeting room. Mrs. Lila Lane presided. Others in
attendance were Mr. D. A. Anderson, Mrs. Irma Benavides, Mrs. Henryetta
Doak,, Mr. C. E. Gatlin, I:rs. Topaz Hughes, Dr. R.D. Lewis, lair. Walter
Manning, Lrs. Judy Phillips, Mrs. Shirley Plapp, IIr. Dolly Rees, and
I-rs. LaVerne Skinner.
Minutes of the previous meeting were amended to show that Mrs. Snyder
made the motion to approve those minutes, rather than Mrs. Skinner.
Mr. Anderson MOVED the minutes as corrected be approved. Mrs. Doak
seconded. MOTION PASSED.
Mr. Manning presented the Treasurer's report, a copy of .-hick is
attached to the original of these minutes. Balance on hand September 1
was $6,033.51. Mr. Anderson MOVED approving the report. Dr. Lewis
seconded. MOTION PASSED.
Mrs. Plapp distributed to members who were not present at the previous
meeting copies of the proposed 1981 RSVP budget which was approved at
that meeting.
Mrs. Skinner gave the IxR report for August: 62 individuals served;
unable to serve 7 because of lack of funds; 124 unduplicated individuals
served on transportation; 9'70,passenger rides on 1931 passenger trips;
unable to schedule rides for 15 passengers; 619 incoming calls; 17'7 out-
going calls; and approximately 1400 calls made for telephone reassurance.
Mr. Anderson MOVED accepting the report. Mr. gees seconded. MOTION
PASSED.
Dr. Lewis reported the Rotary forum for the 4Thite house Conference on
Aging felt none of the three main proposals about health programs
is satisfactory.
Mrs. Plapp distributed copies of, RSVP Financial report for August,
one of which is attached. She gave the July volunteer report:
344 volunteers of which 307 were active and served 5911 hours in
33 stations. This represents a 470 local match and 60.6 cost per
volunteer hour.
Mrs. Plapp requested she and Mrs. Janie Velasquez be permitted to
both be away from the office September 17 to attend a meeting in
Austin concerning a nursing home ombudsman program and an update on
the 'idhite House Conference on Aging. Mr. Anderson MOVED the board.
concur in this request. Dr. Lewis seconded. 11OTION PASSED. They
plan to go to Austin the evening of September 16. Per diem and gas
mileage are to be paid by the Area Agency on Aging.
Mrs. Plapp outlined the recruitment social to be held September 18.
Flyers have been distributed to churches, public service announcements
and news articles are to be made, announcements are being made at
various meetings, and 200 invitations are being sent.
Mrs. Plapp requested also that she and Mrs. Velasquez both be out of
the office October 7 -11 to go to Albuquerque for a joint meeting with
the Southwest Society on Aging and ACTION. Part of per diem, will be
the only cost, as the other part and transportation are to be paid
for participants. Mr. Anderson MOVED endorsing this travel. Mrs.
Doak seconded. MOTION PASSED.
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Mrs. Hughes requested she and sirs. Skinner be authorized to attend a
State I &R meeting in Dallas in October. The budget provides $200.
Hr. Anderson MOVED authorization be given for this travel if it can
be arranged.. Mrs. Doak seconded. MOTIOY PASSED.
Dr. Lewis announced the RSVP Advisory Council is changing its meeting
time from 11 to 10:30. The day will remain the same (first Tuesday)
except the next meeting will be September 30 instead of October 7.
He also called attention to the Friends of the Library book sale in
the Mall September 26 and 27.
Mr. Anderson MOVED appointing Mr. John Leonard to the board to fill
the remainder of Mr. Pat Newton's one -year term and to have 1 1r. Newton
serve as a board member emeritus. Mrs. Hughes seconded. MOTION PASSED.
Mrs. Lane will call Mr. Leonard to ask him to accept the appointment.
Mrs. Plapp announced the 14 -month budget which BCCC board approved
August 11 has been approved by ACTIOI.
Mrs. Benavides raised the question of whether there are provisions
for finding room=mates as an alternative to nursing homes. Mrs. Plapp said
she and Mrs. Skinner try to help informally and requests go into the
RSVP Newsletter.
Respectfully submitted,
Judy Phillips, Secretary
NEXT MEETING: October 13
RETIRED SENIOR VOLUNTEER PR0GRAM
of the Brazos County Community Council
Room 310 Varisco Building - Bryan, Texas 77801
713- 822 - 2712'' -713- 823 -5543
RSVP PROJECT DIRECTOR
POSITION DESCRIPTIO
NATURE AND PURPOSE
The RSVP Project Director has full -time responsibility for the development and
day -to -day operation of the local RSVP project in cooperation with the sponsor
and the RSVP Advisory Council. The RSVP Director serves under the general dir-
ection of the Executive Director (Supervisory Committee) of the sponsoring or-
oanization, the Brazos County Community Council awd ACTION and RSVP policy
guidlines.
RESPONSIBLITIES:
1. Provides liaison for all aspects of the RSVP with the sponsoring agency through
its Executive Director or Supervisory Committee.
2. Employs, supervises, trains, and evaluates other RSVP project staff.
3. Adheres to and administers personnel policies and procedures for project staff
consistent with those of the sponsor and with the recommendations of the RSVP
Advisory Council.
4. Provides technical assistance to the RSVP Advisory Council and Committees,
consults the Council on significant plans, local project policies, actions,
changes and problems affecting RSVP.
5. Maintains communication with Project staff regarding assignments of Senior
Volunteers, providing for continous contact with and assistance to the Vol-
unteer Stations.
o. Develops memoranda of understanding and other appropriate documents with
Volunteer Stations in cooperation with the RSVP sponsor.
7. Maintans and develops cooperative working relations with a variety of local,
state, and federal oroanizations and agencies.
d. Plans, develops, and implements a continuous program of public relations.
9. Coordinates RSVP programs and activities with various community organizations.
10. Develops plans for formal and regular recognition of Senior Volunteers and
those organizations and individuals who have contributed to the support of
RSVP project.
11. Assists the sponsor in seeking community support for the project.
12. Prepares and submits annual budget to Advisory Council, sponsor, and ACTION;
adheres to the approved budget; applies sound fiscal procedures; provides for
maintenance of a bookeeping system and authorizes expenditures for the project
including specific approval of any vouchers for reimbursement submitted by
Senior Volunteers; arranges for annual audit of RSVP financial records.
POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR RSVP PROJECT DIRECTOR (Cont.)
13. Prepares and issues reports for the administrative and program needs specified
by the sponsor, Advisory Council, State, regional, and Federal personel, or as
appropriate.
14. Provides technical assistance to the Advisory Council for the evaluation of
the effectiveness of operational procedures and program activities.
15. Attends ACTION training programs and other appropriate meetings and confer—
ences on Aging, Voluntarism, and related fields.
lo. Performs related work as required.
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Presented to and approved by the RSVP Advisory Council on September 30, 1930.
Refferred to BCCC Executive Board. RSVP Job Description Committee; Jody Bates,
Chairman; Linda Pringle and Rogers.
myrrh .Garrett, Chairman
RSVP to visory Council
Lila Lane, President
Brazos County Community Council
RETIRED SENIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM!
of the Brazos County Community Council
Room 310 Varisco Building - Bryan, Texas 77801
713 - 822 - 2712 -- 713 - 823 - 5543
VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
POSTITION DESCRIPTION
NATURE AND PURPOSE
Under the general supervision of the RSVP Project Director the Volunteer Coordina—
tor performs the responsibilities as listed:
1. Formulates a plan for and implements recruitment, orientation, assignment and
placement of Senior Voluntee`fs.
2. Assists with continuous contact and coordination with volunteer stations.
3. Assists in planning formal grid informal recognition of Senior Volunteers with
other organizations and individuals who have supported RSVP.
4. Manages and executes office operations.
5. Prepares and maintains all financial reports, records, and payment of bills
and payroll.
5. Develops and maintains financial, staff personnel, project, and volunteer
records.
7. Refers individuals to appropriate agencies and organizations for assistance
with problems.
d. Supervises, trains, and evaluates supportive RSVP project staff.
9. Acts as project director in absence of project director.
10. Attends, with special approval, ACTION training programs, and other appropriate
meetinas and conference on Aging, Voluntarism and related fields.
11. Performs related work as required.
Presented to and approved by the RSVP Advisory Council on September 30, 1930.
Referred to BCCC Executive Board. RSVP Job Description Committee: Jody Bates,
Chairman; Linda Pringle and John Rooers.
Myrtlf�Garrett, Chairman
RSVPI�Advisory Council
Lila Lane, President
Brazos County Community Council
RETIRED SENIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
of the Brazos County Community Council
Room 310 Varisco Building - Bryan, Texas 77801
713 - 822 - 2712 — 713 - 823 - 5543
SECRETARY RECEPTIONIST
P OSITION DESCRIPTION
NATURE AND PURPOSE
Under the general supervision of the RSVP Project Director, and the Volunteer
Coordinator /the Secretary Receptionist performs the responsibilities as listed.
1. Assists in office operations including receptionist, correspondence, public
relations, typist duties.
2. Assists in recrutiment, orientation, and placement of Senior Volunteers.
3. Supervises and participates in assigned volunteer activities.
4. Collects, organizes, and assembles information for Newsletter
5. Arranges and coordinates volunteer transportation to work sites.
6. Prepares monthly reports of volunteer hours.
7. Performs volunteer outreach as necessary
d. Attends appropriate training sessions to enhance professional development.
9. Performs related work as required
Presented to and approved by RSVP Advisory Council on September 30, 1930.
Referred to BCCC Executive Board. RSVP Job Description Committee: Jody
Bates, Chairman; Linda Pringle, John Rogers.
Myrtle arrett, Chairman
RSVP visory Council
Lila Lane, President
Brazos County Community Council
BRAZOS COUNTY COMMUNITY COUNCIL
The Brazos County 30mmunity Council
regular meeting room. Mrs. Lila La.
were Mr. D.A. Anderson, Mrs. Willie
Dr. R.D. Lewis, Mr. ;/alter Tanning,
Mrs. Shirley Plapp, Mr. Holly Rees,
Thompson.
board met January 14, 1930 in the
ne presided. Others in attendance
Mae Dollahite, Mrs. Topaz Hughes,
Mr. Pat Newton, Mrs. Judy Phillips,
Mrs. Laverne Skinner, and Mr. Jim
Mr. Anderson MOVED minutes of the December 10 meeting be approved as
mailed out. Mr. Manning seconded. MOTION PASSED.
Mr. Manning gave the Treasurerts Report for December. Balance on hand
January 1 was $4,301.22. A copy is attached to the original of these
minutes.
Mr. Anderson reported the Membership and Publicity Chairmen have not met
but will do so before the next board meeting.
Mrs. Lane announced books have been acquired from the BISD for assisting
in the Girls' Club reading program.
Firs. Skinner presented the I &R December report:
unable to assist seven because of lack of funds;
tation; 1083 passenger rides; and 2132 passenger
success in getting funds for two gas heaters for
was furnished by the First Christian Church and
Cheer Fund.
83 individuals served;
104 served on transpor-
trips. She reported
needy individuals. One
the other by the E agle
Mrs. Hughes showed a tear gas paralyzer which a Bryan policeman recommended
be carried for protection.
There was considerable discussion about the shoppers guide for senior
citizens, which had first been discussed at the September 10, 1979 board
meeting. Mrs. Hughes has met several times with Mr. Bob Fletcher and
Mr. Roger Jackson concerning publication of the results of the survey of
merchants, and worked on the letter sent to the merchants and the results
of the survey. Responses came in to the I &R office. Mr. Fletcher and
Mr. Jackson had proposed that the publication be in hard- -back form.
rlr. Anderson MOVED the board go on record as endorsing Mrs. Hughest
proposal that we publish up to 3,000 copies of a 3- or 4 -fold brochure
of merchants offering discounts to senior citizens, for distribution to
organized retiree groups and for further distribution to people that
can benefit therefrom. Mr. Manning seconded. MOTION PASSED.
:fir..Thompson MOVED that in case the gentlemen reject this proposal, BCCC
donate $75 toward the hard -back publication, but that it have the right
to reproduce in brochure form. Mr. Rees seconded. MOTION PASSED.
Mrs. Plapp distributed a corrected November RSVP Financial Report, the
December RSVP Financial Report, and the Sponsor Quarterly Program Report for
October 1979. Copies of each are attached, to the original of these minutes.
Mr. Anderson MOVED these reports be approved. Dr. Lewis seconded. MOTION
PASSED. Mrs. Plapp submitted the RSVP volunteer report for November:
330 volunteers of which 279 were active and served 4305 hours in 31 stations.
This represents a cost of 85.5 per volunteer hour and 51% of local expendi-
tures.
NEXT MEETING: February 11
Respectfully submitted,
Judy Phillips, Secretary
Brazos County Community Council
309 Varisco Building • Bryan, Texas • Telephone 823 -5226
September, 1975
Dear Fellow Citizen of Brazos County:
The Brazos County Community Council is beginning a new year. With
this beginning, we hope for significant accomplishments in 1975 -76.
In order to realize that goal, we will need your support and help.
Since 1968 the Brazos County Community Council has been at work
seeking to:
"work with all community organization in partnership�J
with concerned citizens, in the encouragement and
orderly development of a balanced program of essential
health, welfare, recreation and other community services, with
the least amount of duplication."
In order to move on beyond our work with the Information and Referral
Office, Roadrunner Service, Retired Senior Colunteer Program and
Quarterly meetings to inform the public and hear from citizens, we
need your membership, support and participation.
Our County continues to need an organization with a broad scope
and vision that is concerned about persons and the kinds of com-
e:unities these persons live in. We solicit your assistance now
with the enclosed information and membership requests.
We want to work with you in 1975 -76, and, we want you working with
us. Together we can strive to do what we know we cannot accomplish
separately.
For the Brazos County Community Council Board as well as for those
whom we seek to assist every week from our community, I am,
Your Fellow Citizen,
(Mrs.) Frances Allen
Vice President - Membership
Brazos County Community Council
Enc: Information Sheet
Membership Card Form
IMPLEMENTATION OF AUDITOR'S RECOMMENDATIONS
Exhibit B -1 -1
STAFF TRAVEL COSTS
The Executive Board of the Brazos County Community Council approved a staff
travel reimbursement policy based on actual mileage driven by RSVP Staff.
This policy and the mileage form were adopted on February 14, 1977. See
Exhibit B -1 -2 for a copy of this mileage form. Previous to the adoption
of this mileage record form, the RSVP Director recorded mileage in a book
kept in her car and the Secretary recorded mileage on 4x6 cards. The new
mileage record forms will be attached to the monthly RSVP staff work records.
The Dodd, Jefferson auditor, Alphonso Solomon, did not discuss existing travel
policies or recommendations for improvement with any representatives of the
Brazos County Community Council. Nor did he discuss either of these with the
RSVP Director.
FRINGE BENEFITS
The former policy of remitting cash to RSVP staff in -lieu of fringe benefits
has not existed.since August 31, 1975. Since then, fringe benefit expendi-
tures have been made to FICA, The Anco Insurance Company (Workman's Compen-
sation), and the Brazos Valley Community Action Agency (an optional staff
Health Plan available since January 1976), See Exhibits B- 1 -3and B -1 -4.
The Dodd, Jefferson auditor, Alphonso Solomon, did not discuss any recom-
mendations regarding fringe benefit expenditures with any representatives of
BCCC. Nor did he discuss any with RSVP Director.
REPORTS
The final Financial Status Report form RSVP Grant 340 - 6146/4 was submitted on
January 7, 1977.
The Dodd, Jefferson auditor, Alphonso Solomon, did not discuss any reporting
system with any representatives of BCCC. Nor did he discuss any with RSVP
Director.
IN -KIND CONTRIBUTIONS
RSVP bookkeeping procedures include one ledger book with index tabs labeling
budget category and whether it be federal or non - federal; one Federal Journal
Book which shows Federal income, expenditures, check number and name, running
balance; one Non Federal Journal Book showing information similar to Federal
Book; checks in triplicate form with one set of duplicate copies attached to
paid invoices and the other duplicates filed in book form, separating Federal
duplicate copies from Non - Federal. In addition, soon after the fifth RSVP
year began, another bank account was opened so that Federal and Non - Federal
monies are deposited in separate bank accounts.
The Dodd, Jefferson auditor, Alphonso Solomon, did not discuss either exist-
ing methods or recommendations for recording in -kind contributions with any
BCCC representatives. Nor did he discuss either of these with the RSVP
Director.
ACTION GRANT NUMBER 340 - 6146/4 (RSVP)
Exhibit A-1-1
Description Costs Questioned * BCCC Justification
Federal Share
Volunteer Support Costs:
Personnel $174 1
Staff Local Travel 168 2
*BCCC Justification:
Description Explanation
1. Personnel No funds were given to employees to use
for retirement, protection purposes or
to report as additional income for tax
purposes. The BCCC provided for the
payment of FICA taxes via the fringe
benefit category in the RSVP budget
(Director $53.31 and Secretary $26.27)
Which was paid by federal funds in Aug.
1976. The former practice of providing
funds to employees to purchase their
own benefits was discontinued before
this grant year started. This was ex-
plained to the first auditor. (See
Exihibit A -1 -2) No unallowable person-
nel fringe expenditures occured during
this year. The $174 of questioned costs
is in error.
2. Staff Local Travel The BCCC's travel policy has always been
one of approving an allowance for es-
timated travel based on the projected--
mileage estimates and the cents per mile
in the approved grant application. In
the last rebudgeting request approved
in this year, federal funds for two months
were approved for this category (625 mi/
mo @ 150/mi= $93.75 X2). RSVP staff mileage
records (presented to the first showed
an actual total of 411.5 miles in July
1976 and 306.8 miles in August 1976.
With Secretary and Director each receiv-
ing two weeks vacation in July and Aug:-
respectively, Less travel than normal
was performed. Therefore a total of
$79.75 of the $188 questioned remains
unjustified. Staff mileage records
were shown to the first auditor but the
second auditor never requested them. We
assumed the Second auditor had access
to the records from the first auditor.
V-Y_66i t A-1-2.
Page 4rorn RsvP tgrpUeaz ton 340 -6«G- -
Salary Justification:
In order to secure the required amount of community financial
support, project costs must be held to a minimum. Low sal-
aries are inherentin a low budget with the 60% limitations
on personnel costs. With only two paid staff members, sal
aries need to be high enough to attract competent, qualified
staff to assume the efficient and effective administration
and management of the project. Staff expect increased com --
pensati -on each Year and a 5.% salary increase is well below
the increased cost of living. Staff do not receive any health
insurance benefits from grantee. The cash fu.inge benefits
(in -lieu of hospitalization; etc.) which were budgeted for
current yeas have been rebudgeted to a local salary category
to simplify tax records. The total Grantee FICA share for
current year is $924. and total cash fringe $972.(for 'staff)
The 5% salary increase for planned budget year was computed
using the base salary for current year plus the cash fringe.
D_irec.tor t s _ Cur ant Base:
Adm. Secy. Current Base:
Travel Justification:
.$9,811
603 cash fringe
$10,414<actual base
5% salary. increase
1II,9.35 proposed base
S5, 992
369 cash fringe -
6,361 actual base
5% salary increase
$6,679 proposed tra-se
With volunteers serving in the RSVP.office 2 half days per -
week, the Secretary will be freed to supolementProject Direc-
tor in Volunteer Placement a.hd Volunteer and Station Coar - di-
nation when necessary. See Attachment V for job de- scription
of Administrative Secre -tary.
3 -a -3-
ACTION GRANT NUMBER 34- 6146/2 (RSVP) Exhibit A -2 -1
Description Costs Questioned * BCCC Justification
Federal Share
Volunteer Support Costs:
Personnel $886 1
Staff Travel 500 2
�*BCCC Justification:
Description Explanation
1. Personnel BCCC provided funds to RSVP staff to use
for retirement, protection purposes or
to report as additional income for tax
purposes since the organization did not
provide benefits such as retirement,
hospitalization, etc. The procedure
was approved in original grant in first
year (9 - - 72 to 8- 31 -73) & not implement -
ed until verbal approval via telephone
conversation between Robert Bossler,
BCCC Treasurer and Nick DiMichael from
the Washington RSVP Office on 10- 3D -72.
Same procedure was followed in this
grant year (second). See exhibit A -2 -2
& A -2 -3 for documentation. This proce-
dure was stopped following this year
when the RSVP Advisory Council Finance
Subcommittee requested that these pay -
ments be discontinued. The authority
for paying the $886 had been approved
and therefore was an allowable expense.
2. Staff Travel The BCCC's travel policy has always
been one of approving an allowance for
estimated travel based on the projected
mileage estimates and the cents per
mile in the approved grant application.
R5VP staff mileage records were not
kept until August 6, 1974, which was the
last month of this grant year. From
August 6 to August 31, 1974,(nineteen
working days), RSVP staff traveled 420.6
miles @ 120 per mile. This represents an
average of 22.14 miles per day for 19
days. Since three working days had elaps-
ed before mileage records were kept, then
22 working days with an average of 22.14
miles per day would equal 487.1 miles
traveled for the month. The mileage rate
was 120 per mile. The Staff had no vacat-
ions during August 1974. The mileage
allowance paid in August 1974 was $50
while the actual mileage costs(includ-
ing the three days estimated) were $58.45.
Our assumptions are therefore that Aug.
was typical of the mileage traveled the
other eleven months of the year. The $500
of questioned costs should therefore be
allowable.
EXKi'6 A- z- Z
October 27, 1972
Mr. Davis
Mrs. Esau
SUBJECT: Fringe Benefits
I an informed by Rev. Eiland, who conferred with Mrs. Calloway recently
that the figure included in the budget under "Fringe n Bud - ,jet ,, t is to be used
first to reimburse BCCC to the extent of FICA tax which it is required to
Ply on your salary, and second, to provide certain typss of security, each
as retire,n�ent, hospitalization, etc. for you. In —as— much --as BCCC has no
retirement plan, and no group life or hospitalization plans, the remainder
of the "fringe benefit'? seems will be paid to you, without deduction for
^Iithholdin, or FICA tax.
It will be your responsibility to use this money for re.iren:ent or
protection purposes, or to report it as additional income for income tax
Purposes.
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ACTION GRANT NUMBER 340 - 6146/1': (RSVP) EXHIBIT A -3 -1
Description Costs Questioned * BCCC Justification
Federal Share:
Volunteer Support Costs:
Personnel B644 1
Staff Travel 487 2
*BCCC Justification:
Description Explanation
1. Personnel BCCC provided funds to RSVP staff to use
for retirement, protection purposes or
to report as additional income for tax
purposes since the BCCC did not provide
benefits such as retirement, hospitali-
zation, etc. The procedure was approved
in this first grant year and not imple-
mented until verbal approval via tele -
phone conversation between Robert Boss -
ler, BCCC Treasurer,and Nick DiMichael
from the Washington RSVP Office on 10-
30 -72. See Exhibits A -2 -2 & A -2 -4 for
documentation. The authority and ap-
proval for paying the $644 questioned
therefore made this an allowable expense.
2. Staff Travel The BCCC's travel policy has always been
one of approving an allowance for es-
timated travel based on the projected
mileage estimates and the cents per
mile in the approved grant application.
It is not known if the first RSVP dir-
ector, employed from October through
May of this first grant year, kept
mileage records. The second (& present)
RSVP Director, employed for the last
seven weeks of this first grant year,
did not keep mileage records until near
the end of the second year.
The first RSVP Director, hired in Oct.
1972, must have logged many miles as he
drove around setting up volunteer sta-
tions, recruiting volunteers, speaking
before groups to stimulate community
awareness and local financial support,
securing the necessary office equipment,
supplying news releases and public ser-
vice announcements to the media, placing
new volunteers, providing occasional
volunteer transportation, etc. In addit-
ion, the physical design of our twin
city area is linear in development. A
round trip from the RSVP Office in down-
town Bryan to downtown College Station
Exhibit 3 -2 Continuation
and back to Bryan is a distance of ap-
proximately 120 one half miles. The es-
timated 500 miles per month approved in
the grant for local staff travel repre-
sents 24 miles per day which could have
been and probably were traveled.
The first two days of the second Dir-
ectorts employment were spent traveling
by car to and attending an aging con-
ference in Nacogdoches, Texas, which was
sponsored by the Sociology Department at
Steven F. Austin State University and
the Governorts Committee on Aging. This
Director was informed that mileage, meals,
and room would be at her own expense
since there were no project funds to use
for this two day conference. From the
time she was employed until the first
year ended, this Director received a
total staff travel allowance of 587.50
(from federal funds) which probably was
not sufficient to cover the costs of
her first orientation to the field of
aging and did not allow for any other
local travel reimbursement for the local
travel she performed the last few weeks
of the first year.
The $487 in questioned costs should .
certainly be an allowable expense based
on this justification.
BRAZOS COUNTY COMMUNITY l-OUNCII_
AGENDA
VIP, f� 10.
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Monday- March 10 , 1 9 80 ------------- ---- ------ - - - - - -- 12 Noon
Call to order-------------------------- ------ - - - - -- -Lila Lane
Minutes of previous meeting
Financial report ----------------------------- ._____ ...... Mr. Manning
Report of Committees
1. I and R
2. Report on Projects ------------ Mrs. Hughes
3. RSVP Janie Velasquez
Old Business ------------------------------ Report of Nominating Committee
1. Acceptin or rejecting report
New Business - - - - -- Consider taking part in " The
Woman of the Year "project
1. Ask for a volunteer
2. Select one if possible
Other Business
Adjournment at 1 ofclock P.M.
i -arch 5, 153`0
SUPERVISORY LC);1 iriITTEE
1. Make recommendations for improvement or changes needed in the
R.S.V.P. and Information I: Referral Office.
2. Prepare report on anything referred to this eomm.it�tee by the
Brazos County Community Council Executive Board.
SUPERVISOR
for BCCC Executive Board:
1. Set up TAX BOOK. Post taxes monthly. Prepare tax
report quarterly.
2. Prepare 990 Tax report- -due before November 15.
Fiscal year July 1 to June 30.
3. Keep TIPVIE RECORDS. Record of sick leave and vacation
time on each employee.
for INFORMATION & REFERRAL
1. Set up & post books. We have 3 sets of books at this
time. General Funds; funds with Brazos Vally Development,
Area Agency on aging funds with matching funds; and one
with Brazos Valley Community Action funds and match.
2. See that Assistant Director balances the books, prepares
monthly report, and reconciles Bank statements.
3. Prepare applications for FUNDS from
a. Area Agency on Aging, BVDC
b. Brazos Valley Community Action
c. Brazos County United Way
d. Brazos County
e. Other as needed
4. Prepare REPORTS as required by the above Agencies.
5. Prepare requests for STEP workers, sign time sheets and
fill out monthly form on activities.
6. Attend TRAINING SESSIONS set up by any of above.
7. Prepare bulletins and brouchures as needed..
8. See that the office is staffed and functioning within
the guide lines of contracts and of BCCC.
9. Be alert to changes and needs in our community that
we might continue to fill the needs set up for this
office.
10. Seek community funds to help with spacific needs.
11. Represent this office whenever asked esplaining the
function and services we have to offer.
12. Serve as Person with authorllkl as outlined.
March 5, 19
DIRECTOR:
1. Administer affairs of the office
2. Fill out intake records and make referrals.
3. Fill out government forms for the aged & others.
4. Keep files and information current
5. Purchase supplies as needed
6. Outreach to elderly as needed
7. Survey of Churches and Agencies
8. Monthly reports of services to funding agencies
9. Seek emergency funds when possible
10. Check back to see if services were given
11. Oversee STEP workers
12. Attend workshops as requested by funding agencies
13. Attend meetings of social service groups when possible
14. Participate with State & National Information &
Referral whenever possible.
15. Present scope of work to groups when asked
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR:
L. Works 20 hours a week. Time is flexible to cover
office during vacation, sick leave, outreach and
meetings of Director.
2. Same as above
3. Compiles and keeps up to date the Resource file
4. Compiles and keeps up to date a referral list for
persons under 60 calling for volunteer work.
5. Balances books, prepares monthly report, reconciles
Bank statements.
STEP WORKERS: act as Receptionists, they work 16 hrs each week.
1. Schedules and dispatches transportation van and keeps
up to date record of those riding with proper information.
2. Works with Job's Unlimited. Has prepared file system
and makes referrals. Makes bank deposits and delivers
forms to agencies. Will also make Reassurance calf if
get that grant.
Community Council
Bryan, Texas a Telephone 823 -5226
Brazos County
309 Varisco Building
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SPON SO!Z Q LC ART RLY PROGRAM REPORT
OMB NO: 116 - 1(0289
Expires: 1 f 1/7
Instructions
This document should be completed by Sponsors of ACTION programs and filed in the ACTION Regional Office at
the end of each project quarter. Complete those sections appropriate to your organization as indicated in subsequent
instructions.
Dates of Reporting Period 11 / /7 9 -1 2/3 /79
Date of Report 3/4/80 !
Name of Project RSVP of Brazos County Community Council 340-614610
Project /Grant No.
Address Room 310 Varisc Building Bryan, Texas 77801
ACTION Programs Covered By This Report (Check)
0 VISTA ❑ FGP
❑ ACV ❑ SCP
❑ UYA ❑ RSVP
u
Person Completing R eport Shirley Plapp
Pr oj e ct Director
❑ SCO R E
❑ ACE
❑ OTHER
713-611-2712 or 823 -5543
Title Telephone
PART 1 — VOLUNTEER AND MANHOUR STATISTICS
A. To be completed for the VISTA, ACV, UYA Programs
VISTA ACV UYA
1. Number of Volunteers on- project beginning of quarter ...........
2. Number of additional Volunteers placed this quarter .............
3. Number of scheduled terminations this quarter .................
4. Number of unscheduled terminations this quarter ...............
5. Total number of Volunteers on- project at end of quarter..........
ACTION Form A -568 (3/74)
B. To be complete) for the Foster Grandparent and the Senior Companion Programs.
FGP S'Ip
1. Total number of Volunteers serving at the end of the quarter (nclu.i+ I these FGs or
SCs who may not be serving on the final day of the quarter fm w,ls oN o f scheduling, �]
illness, etc . .......... ............................... . ..........
2. Total number of manhours of service this quarter ..........
. s �
3. The total number of individual volunteers that served this quarter..... ..
4. The total number of individual child n served by FGs or adults served t)y ': G-
quarter .............................. u
5. The total number of persons aged 60 or over served by Se.: Companions this quarter ..............
C
C. To be completed for RSVP
1 -Number of Senior Volunteers at the beginning of quarter .. ............................... • • • • 328
2. Number of new Senior Volunteers this quarter..... �.? . .... ................ . . .
3. Number of Senior Volunteers withdrawn this quarter ..... (?. o) .. . ... . .... . . . .. . . .
4. Number of Senior Volunteers temporarily absent this quarter .(... mo)
..........................
5. Number of Senior Volunteers serving at the end of this quarter . ( 2..m °.). 3 3 Q
.......................
6. Total number volunteer hours of service this quarter ....... 2 . mO) .............................. 8 5 91
7. Number of Volunteer stations ...... active (2 mo) ........... 31
8. Number of Volunteer stations withdrawing this quarter ..... 2 , m o) (�
9. Cost per hour of Volunteer service this quarter ............................................. _
10.a. Total Costs $7,1 81 .73 100% (2 mo )
b, Total Fed 3,605.66 50.2%
c. Total N.Fed 3,577.79 49.6%
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t;;nn. FO sui)sc(JuurIt (luat,c; I 1*oports milkQ a cupy of Inuvious ropurt's Goal Arhiuvumunt, Suction A and continuu to fill In tttu "Actual Acconiplislmwiit" Colurtut.
SE'CHON A.
1'1_ANNL't) PL "11101) ACT UAL
GOALS AND 011,ll_CTIVUS 01= ACCOMI'LISI.IMENT ACCOMPLISHMENT
Goal 1 :
To increase the
total number of
Sen.
Continuous throughout the
volunteers (SV), maintain
the per
aCtiVE
planned budget year
strength, continue
the high retention
rate, and support
a hi ^h level of
min—
ority
Objectives- -
a. A total
net increase of
25 S
1'st Qtr: 330 SV's (2 mo)
b. Minimum active strength 85%
c. Retention rate of 95%
d. Minimum ethnic enrollment
level of 35 -40%
e. Minimum male enrollment
level of 25%
2nd Qtr: 338 SV's
3rd Qtr: 343 SV's
4th Qtr: 350 SV's
5th Qtr: 353 .SV's _'(1 mo )
1st Qtr: 280 active SV's(2mo)
2nd Qtr: 287 active SV's
3rd Qtr: 292 active SV's
4th Qtr: 297 active SV's
5th Qtr: 300 active SV's(1mo)
The Year
The Year
The Year
1st Qtr (2mo) :330 Sen. Vol.
1st Qtr (2mo) :284 S.V.'s
1 St Qtr(.2mo):100%
•1st Qtr (2mo): 45%
1st Qtr (2mo): 23%
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1 (,"1' N I A I i I' A
Co:)y 01 ii;l in 11it, "At:!L:;d At
PLANNED 1= 01101) ACI UAL
COAL', AND 00.11 C"VIVI-S Ul: ACCWAPLI51 ACCO"N i.
7, 0AL 2:
,G emccurs- e EVI their
Continuous throughout the planned year
v e ?A j r C a - 7,-rE per
J 4 4
- V!�- - active per quartcr who
f 43 hours of vc 1 unt-eer
cervice per quarter
1 st
Q 'C' r :
2.80 active
SV's
89
hour (2 mo)
2nd
Qtr:
287 active
SV's
1366-
hours
3rd
Qtr:
292 active
SV's
1396e
hours
4th
Qtr:
297 active
S-V I s
14 "'. 4;
ho urs'
5th
Qtr:
306 active
SV's
4600
hours (I mo)
55536
Total i-,ourc
ACTUAL ACCOMPLISHMENTS
1st
Qtr:
(2mo): 8591
hours
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n;nrn{ivu lur /b's titutt ttrl ly tal:url •ullcl l:lHn +loft! tlltr "Actt'.,t rt; tr:r jis),:;:� t�; '
until. ol suhsof �ut quim ly ru )ut.l� 111"Iku ti CU)
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PLAN I-TI'lloD
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GOAI.S AND 0U,)t~C'fIVI S 01' Accbmvi.l:;l•1MIM AM UAt
GOAL 4%
To provide 2 hours of orientation
to each new SV and offer an annual
training workshop for volunteer
supervisors The Year ;
Objectives- -
e. One hour interview with each
5V
One hour placement � assign-
ment orientations with each
nt.-VV 5;V
c. Annual Training Workshop .for
Station SuperviSGrS
1st Qtr: 2 interviews (2 mo)
2nd Qtr; 8 interviews
3rd Qtr: 5 interviews
4th Qtr: 7 interviews
5th Qtr: a interviews (1 mo)
1st Qtr (2mo): 2 interviews
st Qtr (2mo): 2 orientations
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2nd Qtr: 8 orientations
3rd Qtr: 5 orientations
4th Qtr: 7 orientations
5th'Qtr: 3 orientations
4th or 5th Qtr.
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To continue to develop and maintain
coordination and communication with
Volunteer Stations
3. Maintain Maintain the total number of
Stations at 40 per quarter
Continuous throughout the
planned year
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and a cost per volunteer
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ObJect vas --
a, Cost - sharing .match of 44/56
b, Cost per volunteer hour of
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The Year
The Year
1st Qtr (2mo): 50.2/49.€
1st Qtr (2mo): 83.52
4. Indicate recommended or ;planned action(s) to alleviate the problems described above.
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5. Explain progress toward assumption of program support by local community /organization (funding, facilities,
administration, etc.)
Non — Federal Income Sources' 1111179-12131179
78 -79 Surplus 2,572
United 'Way 706
Church &. Civic 275
In -Kind
Total Non -Fed Income 3,553
6. Describe any additional significant factors, situations or conditions that you believe should be considered in evaluating the
progress of this project_
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1. If progress toward ach ieniernent of objectives is not on sc hedule, explain why.
Goal #1e: Male recruitment is somewhat difficult, particularly during Hol -
days when a variety of assignments for males are not readily available
Goal #2a: 284 active volunteers in 2 mo quarter worked 30 hrs /s.v. /quarte ;
goal would have been achieved if 2 more hrs /sv /qtr were worked. Holidays
and cold weather both have depressing effect on hours.
Goal #3a: Temporary absences of S.V.'s were apparent for various reasons
(illiness, vacation, etc) Station activities curtailed (Holidays)
3b: Project staff overloaded with normal project end -of -year and
start -up procedures, S.V. Christmas program, .,taff vacations, etc.
Goal #6a: Projected non -fed. salary expenses fo_c Project Director were
not pro rated on 12 mo. payout period. If they, had been, cost sharing
would be 46/54 .
6b. Projected hours were not achieved.
2. Indicate recommended or planned action(s) to alleviate the difficulties describt--d above.
Goal #1e: develop more male - oriented assignments.
Goal #2a: encourage SV's to serve an average of one additional hour /mo.
Goal #3a: perform assignment review and Station visits and conferences.
3b: analyze ane evaluate staff overload and implement plan for im-
proved goal management
Goal #6a: determine time schedule for non -fed. revenue and.set -up dis-
bursement schedule for non -fed portion of project Director's
salary
6b: encourage SV's to work an average of one additional hour/
SV /mo.
3. Describe any adminis�at *ie and operational problems not already explained.
NONE
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PART III — N'OLUNTEER TRAINING
(To be cernp': =:jd tr/ all S cr:sor:Grantees)
A. Pre- Senvice
ACTION
Number of
Procr am
Dates of Training Total Hours
Volunteers Trained
Enr ollment /0rient
1 1 /1 /79 1 2/31 /7 2
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B. In-Service
ACTION
Number of
Pro, rani
Dates of Training Total Hours
Volunteers Trained
Adv Coun.Traini
11/6/79 1
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Ass ignment Placem 1 /1 /j 9--1 2/31 /7 10
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C. Commen s (Problems, a -e{ mess, etc.)
NONE
PART IV — RESOURCES DEVELOPED
(Include envy those resoavrces directly generated by the activities of ACTION Volunteers for VISTA, ACV and UYA).
S Value Source
Description
1. Grants onn —acts
etc.
2, Cash
3. In -Kind
GSA DC A 75 -8 -140
7. Use this space to request any assistance from the ACTION state or regional office you feel is necessary.
NONE
8. If your project uses loczily reL—jit--cl, lo income VISTA Volunteers, enter name of LRV and briefly explain progress
toward accomplishing inclividuJ career development plan.
Name Status of Career Development
(Attach additional sheet of paper if necessary)
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Brazos County
309 Varisco Building
BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
PRESIDENT:
Jim Thompson
VICE PRESID=1 :
Eldon Calloway
SECRETARY:
Judy Phillips
TREASURER:
Robert Bossler
T'0 1BERSIIIP :
Frances Allen
May 1977
Community Council
Bryan, Texas s Telephone 823 -5226
Dear Fellow Citizen of Brazos County:
The Brazos County Community Council is beginning a new
With this beginning, we hope for significant accomplishments
in 1977 -78 In order to realize that goal we will need your
help and support.
Since 1968, the Brazos County Community Council has been at
work seeking to:
"work with all community organizations in partnership
with concerned citizens, in the encouragement and
orderly development of a balanced program of
essential health, welfare, recreation and other
community services, with the lease amount of
duplication."
MEMBERS:
In order to move on beyond our work with the Information and
D. A.
Anderson
Referral Office, Outreach to Homes of Elderly, Roadrunner
J. D.
Lindsay
Service, Scheduling and Dispatching Van, Retired Senior
Judge
W. R. Vance
Volunteer Program and Annual meetings to inform the public
R. D.
Lewis
and hear from citizens, we need your membership, support
Topaz
Hughes
and participation.
Knox Parr
Aline
Snyder
Our County continues to need an organization with a broad scope
Lucile Gould
and vision that is concerned about persons and the kinds of
communities these persons live in. We solicit your assistance
now with the enclosed information and membership requests.
We want to work with you in 1977 - and, we want you working
with us. Together we can strive to do what we know we cannot
accomplish separately.
We will hold our next annual meeting at the Bryan Public Library,
Monday June 6 at 7:30 p.m.-- please come!
For the Brazos County Community Council Board as well as for
those whom we seek to assist every week from our community,
I am,
Your Fellow Citizen,
(Mrs.) Frances Allen
Membership Chairman
Enc: Information Sheet
Membership Card Form
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