City of Santa Clara
Meeting Minutes
Senior Advisory Commission
Draft
10:00 AM Virtual Meeting11/28/2022
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CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The regular meeting was called to order by Vice Chair McCauley at 10:04 a.m.
Commissioner Edmund Drozek, Commissioner Tom Freitas,
Commissioner Judy Hubbard, Vice Chair Grant L. McCauley, Chair Nancy Toledo, and Commissioner Rick Andrews
Present 6 -
Commissioner Veena SterlingAbsent 1 -
CONSENT CALENDAR
1.A 22-1379 Senior Advisory Commission Minutes of October 24, 2022 Recommendation: Approve the Senior Advisory Commission Minutes of October 24, 2022 A motion was made by Commissioner Hubbard, seconded by Vice Chair McCauley to approve the minutes of October 24, 2022
Aye: Commissioner Drozek, Commissioner Freitas, Commissioner Hubbard, Vice Chair McCauley, Chair Toledo, and Commissioner Andrews
6 -
Absent: Commissioner Sterling1 -
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PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
None
GENERAL BUSINESS
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2. 22-1380 Senior Advisory Commission Work Plan & Goals for FY2022/23 Each sub-committee will 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. Provide a report from the October Housing Commission meeting - No report as there was no meeting held.
Goal 1.b. Provide an update on the (2) presentations at the Senior Center (November and April) and provide one article for the Senior Center newsletter (February) - There was no update on the November presentation. Commissioner Hubbard shared that she called eleven (11) affordable housing sites listed on the Community Development Department website. Commissioner Freitas mentioned that he would like Adam Marcus from the Community Development Department to speak at the February Senior Advisory Commission meeting.
2. Encourage and Promote the use of Outdoor Spaces and
Buildings - Commissioners Freitas & Sterling
Goal 2.a. Report on current 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 - No report.
Goal 2.b. Update on progress and plans for the February billiard tournament and April bean bag toss activities at the Senior Center - Commissioner Freitas & Sterling met with Coordinator Carter at the Senior Center to discuss the different aspects of the billiard tournament and have begun talking to patrons at the Senior Center and spread the word about the tournament. The hope is to hold the tournament on February
7. 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 - No report. Commissioner Hubbard will email Council Member Chahal to find out any updates and who might be a good contact in the City of Cupertino.
Goal 3.b. Report on the last Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting - Commissioners Drozek & Freitas - Commissioner Drozek reported that he attended the October Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Commission and shared that a decision was reached regarding the Monroe bicycle/pedestrian crossing at the community garden and it has been determined that the crossing is not sufficient. The City is considering
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adding a high awareness (H.A.W.K) light.
4. Develop Opportunities to Promote Health, Wellness, and Nutrition - Commissioner Hubbard
Goal 4.a. Report on the March presentation update for the Alzheimer’s and Dementia at the Senior Center - No report.
5. Provide Access to Community Resources and Information - Goal 5.a. Report from the last City ADA Committee meeting - Commissioner Hubbard - No report as there was no meeting held.
Goal 5.b. Update on the progress and plans for the Health & Wellness Fair - Commissioners McCauley, Toledo, & Hubbard - Commissioner McCauley shared that the time has been adjusted to start at 11 a.m and end at 2 p.m. The Kaiser grant application was submitted. Good Neighbor Letters will be disseminated on May 15. Commissioners were asked to save the date and asked that everyone be in attendance.
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STAFF REPORT
Recreation Manager Castro - provided the following updates:
- There will be a Brown Act Training at the January Senior Advisory Commission meeting.
- The Holiday Tree Lighting event will be held on Friday, December 2 rain or shine. The honorary Tree Lighter is the Kelly Family recognizing the late Chief Bill Kelly.
- The Winter Activity Guide will be released on December 2. - At the January Parks and Recreation Commission meeting, the group saw initiation for community outreach on park designs for new a inventory of parks in the City. Manager Castro forwarded the email to Senior Advisory Commissioners if they want to attend any of the community meetings.
- The Clerk's Office is working with the Attorney's Office to aim for commission meetings to be in person for the February Senior Advisory Commission Meeting.
Recreation Supervisor Herb - provided the following updates:
- The Stop the Bleed presentation was held in November was provided by Santa Clara Valley Medical Center and was well attended and very informative.
- To Get Aquatinted Ballroom Dance Program will return in January. - Clear Captions table in the Senior Center lobby on December 1 from 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
- Senior Center Holiday Giving Tree will be in the lobby for those interested in helping out those in need. Gift deadline is December 14 at 3 p.m. - December fitness classes offered through December 16. - Senior Center closed December 19 - January 2, but the Senior Nutrition Program will continue to take place.
- No Senior Advisory Commission meeting in December.
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COMMISSIONERS REPORT
Commissioner Drozek shared that he attended the Veteran's Memorial Celebration which was very nice. He was a bit disappointed in the turnout.
He also commended the Senior Center on the Stop the Bleed Presentation that was very informative. He also shared that his wife is enjoying the ceramics and silk scarf painting classes at the Senior Center.
Commissioner Freitas shared stats on pedestrian & bicycle fatalities from the Governor's Highway Association.
Commissioner McCauley shared that he was excited about the Brown Act Training, and voiced his appreciation about the Clear Captions Phone presentation which led him to receive a Clear Captions Phone. He also shared that he attended the Downtown Precise Planning meeting at Mission Library voicing his disappointment that it looks like a downtown San Jose and it didn't appear to have much green space.
Commissioner Toledo welcomed Commissioner Andrews to the Commission.
Commissioner Andrews introduced himself to the Commission and shared that he's interested in being a voice for the north side of Santa Clara as a resident of 28 years.
Commissioner Hubbard shared that she has been utilizing the Drop-in Swim hours at the Senior Center and is really enjoying it.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Commissioner Hubbard, seconded by Chair Toledo that the meeting be adjourned at11:35 a.m.
Aye: Commissioner Drozek, Commissioner Hubbard, Vice Chair McCauley, Chair Toledo, and Commissioner Andrews
5 -
Absent: Commissioner Sterling1 -
Abstained: Commissioner Freitas1 -
MEETING DISCLOSURES
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