City of Santa Clara
Meeting Minutes
Senior Advisory Commission
Draft
10:00 AM Virtual Meeting09/26/2022
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CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The regular meeting was called to order by Chair Toledo at 10:01 a.m.
Commissioner Tom Freitas, Commissioner Judy Hubbard, Vice Chair Grant L. McCauley, Commissioner Veena Sterling, and Chair Nancy Toledo
Present 5 -
Commissioner Edmund Drozek, and Commissioner James
Hohenshelt
Absent 2 -
A motion was made by Commissioner McCauley, seconded by Commissioner Hubbard to excuse Commissioner Hohenshelt.
Aye: Commissioner Freitas, Commissioner Hubbard, Vice Chair McCauley, Commissioner Sterling, and Chair Toledo
5 -
Excused: Commissioner Hohenshelt1 -
Absent: Commissioner Drozek1 -
CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Commissioner Hubbard, seconded by
Commissioner McCauey to approve the Consent Calendar.
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Aye: Commissioner Freitas, Commissioner Hubbard, Vice Chair McCauley, Commissioner Sterling, and Chair Toledo
5 -
Excused: Commissioner Hohenshelt1 -
Absent: Commissioner Drozek1 -
1.A 22-1026 Senior Advisory Commission Minutes of August 22, 2022 Recommendation: Approve the Senior Advisory Commission Minutes of August 22, 2022
1.B 22-1146 Informational Update on Senior Center Memberships Recommendation: No action is required as this is an informational item.
1.C 22-1156 Recommend that Council Approve the Senior Advisory Commission Calendar of Meetings for 2023
Recommendation: Recommend that Council Approve the Senior Advisory Commission Calendar of Meetings for 2023.
PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
Randy Savoy spoke on behalf of seniors with limited abilities. He is looking for ideas on how to help individuals find low income housing.
Council Member Watanabe encouraged Randy to look into the City's ADA Committee Meetings.
Commissioner Drozek arrived at 10:09 a.m.
GENERAL BUSINESS
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2. 22-1154 Senior Advisory Commission Work Plan & Goals for FY2022/23 Each sub-committee provided an update to the Senior Advisory Commission for discussion on the efforts and progress toward accomplishing the FY2022/23 Work Plan & Goals.
1. Advocate for Affordable and Convenient Housing -
Commissioners Hubbard & Freitas.
Goal 1.a. Report on the last Housing Commission meeting - no meeting was held, therefore there is no report.
Goal 1.b. Report on presentation and article updates for older adult/affordable and convenient housing projects in Santa Clara - Commissioner Hubbard is hoping to offer a workshop at the Senior Center and is working with Health & Wellness Coordinator Von Kugelgen and discussed existing resources for older adults.
2. Encourage and Promote the use of Outdoor Spaces and
Buildings - Commissioners Freitas & Sterling.
Goal 2.a. Report on public design phase discussions of new park facilities and spaces as well as information from Parks & Recreation Commission meetings related to development that may enhance outdoor recreation for older adults - Commissioner Sterling was not able to attend the last Parks and Recreation Commission;
Goal 2.b. Update on progress and plans for the billiard tournament and bean bag toss activities at the Senior Center - no updates;
3. Advocate for Affordable, Convenient, and Safe Transportation and Streets
Goal 3.a. Report on progress of planning phases of the VIA Shuttle - Commissioners Hubbard & Toledo - Commissioner Hubbard
reported that she contacted the City of Cupertino commission for additional information.
Goal 3.b. Report on the last Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting - Commissioners Drozek, Hohenshelt &
Freitas - Commissioner Drozek reported that he attended the meeting. He shared that the committee discussed pedestrian crossings that are high risk for older adults, including additional overhead signage/lighting. Commissioner Drozek reported that he and Commissioner Freitas went around Santa Clara looking for at existing crossings. An area of concern shared with the committee was the bike crossing at Monroe and Eddie Souza Community Garden & Park, as well as suggestions that other cities provide for pedestrians.
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4. Develop Opportunities to Promote Health, Wellness, and Nutrition -Commissioners Hohenshelt & Hubbard.
Goal 4.a. Report on presentation update for Alzheimer’s and Dementia at the Senior Center - Commissioner Hubbard had no update;
5. Provide Access to Community Resources and Information Goal 5.a. Report from the last City ADA Committee meeting - Commissioner Hubbard
Commissioner Hubbard reported that there was no meeting and will look into if there is a plan to resume the meetings.
Goal 5.b. Update on the progress and plans for the Health & Wellness Fair - Commissioners McCauley, Toledo, & Hubbard - Chair Toledo commented that the event is scheduled for May 19.
Commissioner McCauley reported that it's a bit early to start planning, but will be working with Health & Wellness Coordinator Von Kugelgen.
STAFF REPORT
Recreation Manager commented on the following:
- The Senior Center BBQ was held on September 22. Thank you to those that were able to attend.
- There is continued outreach for Senior Center Membership which begins October 3. Outreach is going well.
- The outreach for a related 4-acre park on Stars and Stripes Drive at the old golf course is underway through an online survey. The City is seeking input on what the community would like to see in the space. - The City is getting close to taking ownership of the parks in the Nuevo Development on Lawrence Expressway and Kifer.
- The Art and Wine Festival was a success, celebrating the 40th year. Even with the rain on Sunday, attendees seemed to enjoy themselves. - The City received estimates for the fire mitigation at Eddie Souza Park Building. An RFP will be created for the project.
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COMMISSIONERS REPORT
Commissioner Freitas shared that he talked with an individual in the Housing and Community Services Division and also talked with individuals at Liberty Towers in a meeting regarding housing for older adults. He also shared that there's concern with the term low income, and also commented on the use of ADU's.
Commissioner Sterling shared that she looked into the RYDE Program for older adults. The cost ranges from $.90 - $90.00. She is interested in providing transportation for older adults to get from their home to the Senior Center.
Commissioner Drozek noted that there was an event that coincided with the Senior Advisory Commission meeting. He suggested that meetings/trainings don't conflict to allow commissioners to attend.
Commissioner Hubbard shared that she volunteered both days at the Art and Wine Festival.
Commissioner McCauley shared that he and his wife attended the Art and Wine Festival and congratulated the Parks & Recreation staff for the event.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Commissioner Hubbard, seconded by
Commissioner McCauley that the meeting be adjourned at 10:55 a.m.
Aye: Commissioner Drozek, Commissioner Hubbard, Vice Chair McCauley, and Chair Toledo
4 -
Excused: Commissioner Hohenshelt1 -
Abstained: Commissioner Freitas, and Commissioner Sterling2 -
MEETING DISCLOSURES
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