City of Santa Clara
Meeting Minutes
Senior Advisory Commission
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10:00 AM Zoom Meeting01/23/2023
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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, Chair Nancy Toledo, and Commissioner Rick Andrews
Present 6 -
Commissioner Edmund DrozekAbsent 1 -
CONSENT CALENDAR
1.A. 23-31 Senior Advisory Commission Minutes of November 28, 2022 Recommendation: Approve the Senior Advisory Commission Minutes of November 28, 2022 A motion was made by Vice Chair McCauley, seconded by
Commissioner Andrews to approve the minutes from November 28, 2022.
Aye: Commissioner Freitas, Commissioner Hubbard, Vice Chair McCauley, Commissioner Sterling, Chair Toledo, and Commissioner Andrews
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Absent: Commissioner Drozek1 -
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PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
Community member Jeannine Battagin inquired about a crosswalk at Kiely and Toledo.
GENERAL BUSINESS
2. 23-36 Review of the Brown Act and the Public Records Act Elizabeth Klotz, Assistant City Attorney provided the Commissioners a training on the Brown Act and the Public Records Act.
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3. 23-32 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 April presentation.
Commissioner Freitas & Hubbard shared with the Commission statistics and concern regarding the un housed. Commissioner Freitas will invite Housing & Community Services Division Manager Adam Marcus to attend an upcoming meeting and work with Chair Toledo to have it added to the agenda.
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. Commissioners Freitas & Sterling inquired about the possibility of Pickle Ball in Santa Clara.
Commissioner Drozek joined the meeting at 11:09 a.m.
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 provided updated details of the event; The Billiard Tournament will be February 8 at 10 am. Free to members and $5 for non-members. Gift Cards will be given to 1st and 2nd place. Flyers and posters are up at the Senior and the event is front page on the Senior Center February Newsletter. Recreation Coordinator Carter will continue to work with the committee to develop logistics such as brackets, rules, etc.
Commissioners Freitas & Sterling informed the Commission that they will not be offering the Bean Bag Tournament in April.
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 Toledo provided a
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VIA update with an email from Public Works Assistant Director Michael Liw regarding potential timeline for mid-year. Commissioner Toledo & Hubbard shared that there is a local non-profit (Peninsula Volunteers - PVI) expanding their service to Santa Clara. Pre-registration is required.
Goal 3.b. Report on the last Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting - Commissioners Drozek & Freitas - Commissioner Drozek shared that he will be attending the January BPAC Committee meeting to follow up on progress of the status of a H.A.W.K Light being installed and the Monroe/San Tomas pedestrian bike/crossing. Commissioner Freitas mentioned a concern for more Crosswalks for older adults.
4. Develop Opportunities to Promote Health, Wellness, and Nutrition - Commissioner Hubbard & McCauley
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 - There is Committee meeting tomorrow, January 24. Health & Wellness Coordinator Von Kugelgen provided an update that the event will be from 11am - 2 pm this year; the event has received a $1,000 donation from Kaiser; and Letters have been mailed out to exhibitors.
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STAFF REPORT
Recreation Manager Castro provided the following updates:
- Commission meetings will be in person starting in March. - Recreation Winter classes have begun.
- The park building at Eddie Souza Park is expected to start construction in a month or two.
- The Park Project page under Parks & Recreation on the City Website is a great resource to see what projects are currently underway or coming online. Recreation Manager Castro showed the Commission how to navigate the page to find Park Project information and provided an overview on all the projects.
Recreation Supervisor Herb provided the following updates:
- The To Get Aquatinted (TGA) Ballroom Dance Program returned to the Senior Center with the first dance bringing in 95+ in attendance. Dances will be held every Tuesday afternoon from 12:45 - 2:45 p.m. - Beginning in January, the Senior Center extended the Drop-In Swim on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
- The Senior Center is offering Open Studio for the Woodshop and Ceramics. Woodshop Open Studio is available on Wednesdays from 9 - 11 a.m. Ceramics Open Studio is available on Thursdays from 12 - 2 p.m.
Studio Passes are available at the Senior Center Front Desk in multiples of 4, up to 20 classes. Cost is $13.00 per session for Santa Clara residents. Passes do not expire and are non-transferable, and are valid only for Open Studio at the Senior Center. Single Drop-in is available for those that want to try out Open Studio Hours without committing to a multi-pass. Cost is $17.00 for residents and slightly higher for non-residents. Patrons need to sign in at the front desk and will receive a Studio Pass to be given to the Studio Attendant when they enter the Woodshop or Ceramics Studio.
- HICAP (Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program) Returns to Bi-Monthly Appointments on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays each month, with appointments at 9 a.m., 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Trained HICAP Counselors from Sourcewise do not sell, endorse, and are not affiliated with any insurance companies. Their goal is to educate the community so you can make an informed decision on something as important as Medicare.
HICAP Counselors can answer questions about:
Original Medicare (Part A & B)
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Medicare Advantage Plans (Part C)
Prescription Drug Coverage (Part D)
Supplemental Insurance (Medigap)
Limited Income Programs for Medicare
Medicare and Medi-Cal Options
Tips for Avoiding Medicare Fraud
HICAP is funded by the California Department of Aging and Sourcewise.
Individuals can sign up for a free one-on-one counseling appointment at the Senior Center front desk (408) 615-3170.
- There is a new transportation option for older adults 60+ provided by Peninsula Volunteers (PVI), a local non-profit that has expanded their ride service to the City of Santa Clara. The program features on-demand, door-to-door rides and pre-registration is required to become a client.
Once enrolled, individuals simply call PVI to request a ride. PVI staff will contact Lyft, request your ride, let you know who to expect, and when. They will then monitor your ride to make sure you arrive safely to your destination. Rides are at no cost, however a $7 donation contribution to support the program is greatly appreciated. This program is available until funds are expended. An average of 13 one-way rides per participant. Older adults can call Monday - Friday, 9am - 4pm at (650) 272-5006 to pre-register and learn more information. https://1pvi.org/rosenerhouse/ Commissioner Andrews left the meeting at 11:42 a.m.
COMMISSIONERS REPORT
Commissioner McCauley sent an email to the Reclaim Downtown Committee regarding concern for the new lack of green space and affordable housing.
Commissioner Hubbard shared with the Commission that Santa Clara Women's League is presenting Showtime this year on March 4th and 5th.
She also voiced a concern for pedestrians on Lafayette during stadium events.
Commissioner Toledo asked that the Commission go out to lunch after the in-person Senior Advisory Commission in March.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Commissioner Hubbard, seconded by Vice Chair McCauley that the meeting be adjourned at 12:03 p.m.
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Aye: Commissioner Drozek, Commissioner Freitas, Commissioner Hubbard, Vice Chair McCauley, Commissioner Sterling, and Chair Toledo
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Absent: Commissioner Andrews1 -
MEETING DISCLOSURES
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