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CITY OF SIMI VALLEY
MEMORANDUM
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anuary 24, 2022
TO
: City Council
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ROM: Office of the City Manager
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UBJECT: APPOINTMENT OF SIMI VALLEY COUNCIL ON AG ING EXECUTIVE
BOARD MEMBERS
RECOMMENDATION
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t is recommended that the City Council approve, and the Mayor appoint, applicants nominated to the Council On Aging (COA) Executive Board.
BACKGROUND AND OVERVIEW
The
COA serves as an advisory board to the City Council on senior-related issues.
The COA is represented by a nine member Executive Board. Per COA By-laws, City Council Resolution 2019-10, Executive Board members are nominated by the COA general membership and recommended for appointment by the Mayor, with the approval of the City Council. Executive Board members serve staggered two-year terms expiring on January 31 of each year. Vacancie s for four COA Executive Board Members will occur on January 31, 2022. Also, a position became vacant in September 2021, with the passing of an Executive Board member. Pursuant to the COA By-laws, Executive Board members may serve two consecutive terms and may serve additional terms provided 12 months have lapsed between appointments beyond two consecutive terms.
FINDINGS AND ALTERNATIVES
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recruitment t o fill the f ive positions began on October 1, 2021 , and conc luded on December 3, 2021. The COA received five applications to fill the five vacancies, with one applicant withdrawing their application prior to consideration by the COA membership .
Applicants were invited to attend an orientation session on Wednesday, December 8 , 2021. On January 10, 2022, the COA held its Annual Meeting that included the election of four nominees for appointment to the Executive Board, as detailed below. The applications of the recommended nominees are included as Attachment A, beginning on page 3.
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ominees:
• T
eddy Andrews
• Mira Chalfant
AGENDA I
TEM NO.
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• Karen Cline
• Diane LaDouceur
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he COA recommends that the City Council approve, and the Mayor appoint, the four applicants nominated by the COA general membership to serve on the COA Executive Board. If appointed, the applicants will serve terms commencing on February 1, 2022, and concluding on January 31, 2024.
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he following alternatives are available to the City Council:
1. A
pprove, and the Mayor appoint, the four applicants nominated by the COA general membership to the Council On Aging Executive Board to serve t erms commencing February 1, 2022, and concluding on January 31, 2024;
2. P
rovide staff with alternate direction.
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he Council On Aging recommends Alternative No. 1.
SUGGESTED CITY COUNCIL MOTION
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move to approve, and the Mayor appoint, the four applicants nominated by the COA general membership to the Council On Aging Executive Board to serve t erms commencing February 1, 2022, and concluding on January 31, 2024.
SUMMARY
Four v
acancies on the Simi Valley Council On Aging will exist when terms conclude on January 31, 2022. Also, a position became vacant in September 2021, with the passing of an Executive Board member. A recruitment to fill these positions began on October 1, 2021, and concluded on December 3, 202 1. The COA received five applications, however one applicant withdrew their application. The COA conducted an election on January 10, 2022, and is recommending that the City Council approve, and the Mayor appoint, the four applicants nominated to the COA Executive Board. ___
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Linda Swan
Assistant City Manager
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repared by: Robert Martin, Assistant Community Services Manager INDEX Page
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ttachment A - Applications ............................................................. 3
ATTACHMENT A
3 Council On Aging (COA) Executive Board Application Continued for Ted Andrews.
3. What strengths or qualifications do you have that would make you an impactfu\ addition to the COA Executive Board?
I am a strong believer in a life of service and giving back to your community. I have previously served as a board member on the Simi Valley Neighborhood Council #4 and I currently serve as the Director of Senior Services for the New Beginnings Christian Fellowship church here in Simi Valley. I served my country for 22 years in the US Army, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel. While in the Army I served as Chief Financial Officer at Sharpe Army Depot in Lathrop, California, and taught Financial Management at the US Army Command and General Staff College for three years, among many other duties. Upon retirement from the US Army, I joined the University of Southern California {USC} as the University Bursar. I was subsequently promoted to the Director of Financial Services and then became the Associate Comptroller. In this position I was responsible for University Payroll, Cashiering Operations, Student Loan Servicing, Tuition Collections, and Financial Services Computer Operations. I held this position until retirement from USC. I hold a Bachelors and Masters Degree in Business Administration (Bachelors, University of Nebraska and Masters, University of Alabama). I feel my skills and abilities may prove to be a real asset to the Council on Aging.
4. Describe the role you believe the COA should play in the community? I believe the COA has a responsibility to keep all of the Senior Citizens of Simi Valley informed as to the programs and services available to 4 them, especially those that are free or low cost. 1 believe we should recognize and utilize the wealth of wisdom gained by Senior Citizens from having lived a long and productive life. 1 also believe Senior Citizens, regardless of current health or mental acumen, should be treated with respect and friendship. 1 would like to build upon the many fine programs for Senior Citizens already in existence within the City of Simi Valley.
5. Please list any community activities or organizations that you are involved in:
Director, Senior Services, New Beginnings Christian Fellowship (COG) Life Member, Veterans of Foreign Wars
Life Member, Retired Officers Association
Lifetime Junior College Teaching Credential issued by California (I have taught in various colleges and universities around the country, including USC and San Joaquin Junior College in California).
Real Estate Brokers License issued by California
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Robert Martin
From: [email protected]
Sent: Tuesday, October 26, 2021 1:39 PM
To: COA
Subject: COUNCIL ON AGING (COA) EXECUTIVE BOARD APPLICATION A new entry to a form/survey has been submitted.
Form Name: Council On Aging (COA) Executive Board Application Date & Time: 10/26/2021 1:38 PM
Response #: 2
Submitter ID:
IP address:
Time to complete: 10 min. , 42 sec.
Survey Details
Council On Aging (COA) Executive Board Application
Applications will be accepted beginning October 1 through November 5, 2021 Applicant must be 60 years or older and reside in Simi Valley
Thank you for your interest to become a member of the City of Simi Valley Council On Aging (COA) Executive Board. The COA Executive Board is comprised of a nine members: COA Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer, Recording Secretary, Corresponding Secretary and four members at large.
The mission of the Simi Valley Council On Aging, an advisory body elected by senior citizens and appointed by the Simi Valley City Council, is to identify the needs of senior citizens in this community. The Council On Aging serves as an advocate to support programs and services providing seniors with maximum independence, safety, and quality of life.
Serving on the Executive Board entails much more than simply attending our monthly COA meetings. When you serve on the COA, you commit to dedicating your time, passion and talent to serve the needs of the seniors in Simi Valley. To be more specific, COA Board members are expected to volunteer to serve as the Chair of at least one committee and participate in the majority of the COA fundraising activities.
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Please complete the application below, answering all questions as thoroughly as possible. All applications are due by Friday, November 5, 2021.
Please note: All Applicants will be asked to attend an orientation. This orientation may be online depending on restrictions.
The successful applicants' terms of service will be from February 1, 2022 to January 31, 2024. Executive board meetings are typically held the second Monday of the month at 1:00 p.m.
If you have any questions regarding the application or the selection process, please contact Robert Martin, Assistant Community Services Manager, by phone (805) 583-6364 or by e-mail [email protected].
1. First Name:
Mira
2. Last Name:
Chalfant
3. Date of Birth:
4. Home Address:
5. City:
Simi Valley
6. Zip Code:
7. Home Phone:
8. Cell Number:
(
9. Email:
10. Why are you interested in serving on the COA Executive Board? I am Senior and very much interested in Senior Living. I have plenty of time and would like to put it in good use.
I live in Simi Valley over 30 years. At present, I work one week a month for Federal Government.
11. COA Executive Board meetings are held the second Monday of each month from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at the Simi Valley Senior Center. Will you be able to attend each meeting and serve on a COA ad-hoc committee or work at a COA event for an average of 15 hours each month?
Yes or No Yes
12. What strengths or qualifications do you have that would make you a successful addition to the COA Executive Board? I am good in effective communication, team work, dependable, honest, fast to learn new jobs, love working with people and especially for Seniors.
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13. Describe the role you believe the COA should play in the community? I hope COA improves the lives of older adults by representing them in their community, and by carrying for seniors and their needs, by advocating for them, and improving their lives.
14. Please list any community activities or organizations that you are involved in:
Ten years with Casa of Ventura and Juvenile Court, and two years with Civil Jurors of Ventura City
15. By submitting this application, I certify that I am sixty years of age or older and a Simi Valley resident. I understand that if selected and appointed as a COA Executive Board Member, I will serve as a volunteer and at the pleasure of the City Council. As a volunteer, I understand that I am not covered by the City's insurance policy and, further, that the City's liability does not encompass volunteers.
Type out your full name:Mira Chalfant
Thank you,
City of Simi Valley, CA
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1 Robert Martin
From: [email protected]
Sent: Wednesday, November 03, 2021 7:46 PM
To: COA
Subject: COUNCIL ON AGING (COA) EXECUTIVE BOARD APPLICATION A new entry to a form/survey has been submitted.
Form Name: Council On Aging (COA) Executive Board Application Date & Time: 11/03/2021 7:45 PM
Response #: 4
Submitter ID:
IP address:
Time to complete: 18 min. , 42 sec.
Survey Details
Council On Aging (COA) Executive Board Application
Applications will be accepted beginning October 1 through November 5, 2021 Applicant must be 60 years or older and reside in Simi Valley
Thank you for your interest to become a member of the City of Simi Valley Council On Aging (COA) Executive Board. The COA Executive Board is comprised of a nine members: COA Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer, Recording Secretary, Corresponding Secretary and four members at large.
The mission of the Simi Valley Council On Aging, an advisory body elected by senior citizens and appointed by the Simi Valley City Council, is to identify the needs of senior citizens in this community. The Council On Aging serves as an advocate to support programs and services providing seniors with maximum independence, safety, and quality of life.
Serving on the Executive Board entails much more than simply attending our monthly COA meetings. When you serve on the COA, you commit to dedicating your time, passion and talent to serve the needs of the seniors in Simi Valley. To be more specific, COA Board members are expected to volunteer to serve as the Chair of at least one committee and participate in the majority of the COA fundraising activities.
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Please complete the application below, answering all questions as thoroughly as possible. All applications are due by Friday, November 5, 2021.
Please note: All Applicants will be asked to attend an orientation. This orientation may be online depending on restrictions.
The successful applicants' terms of service will be from February 1, 2022 to January 31, 2024. Executive board meetings are typically held the second Monday of the month at 1:00 p.m.
If you have any questions regarding the application or the selection process, please contact Robert Martin, Assistant Community Services Manager, by phone (805) 583-6364 or by e-mail [email protected].
1. First Name:
Diane
2. Last Name:
LaDouceur
3. Date of Birth:
4. Home Address:
5. City:
Simi Valley
6. Zip Code:
7. Home Phone:
8. Cell Number:
Not answered
9. Email:
10. Why are you interested in serving on the COA Executive Board? Looking for an organization that can help me grow as a person to become my best self. I would like to get to know the senior citizens in my community. I enjoy working on Boards and feel this one will help me utilize my talents.
11. COA Executive Board meetings are held the second Monday of each month from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at the Simi Valley Senior Center. Will you be able to attend each meeting and serve on a COA ad-hoc committee or work at a COA event for an average of 15 hours each month?
Yes or No yes
12. What strengths or qualifications do you have that would make you a successful addition to the COA Executive Board? I have over 40 +years of experience in marketing, advertising, special events. Worked for Rancho Simi Recreation Park District (10 years), City of Oxnard (15 years) Marketing Manager, Pizza Hut, Carl's Jr. oversaw million dollar budget. 11 3
13. Describe the role you believe the COA should play in the community? I believe listening to seniors and their concerns is important. I would take this information back to the Board and City leaders and advocate for them. I have a heart for disabled and special needs seniors. I have a business called "Petsitting for a Cause." and I help seniors with reduced fees to care for their pets and vet bills.
14. Please list any community activities or organizations that you are involved in:
Volunteered for Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District (oversaw marketing grand opening of Rancho Santa Susana Community Center in 1994) Past Board of Directors, ARC of Ventura County, Past Board of Directors, California Park and Recreation Society, Giving Tree Chair - St. Peter Claver Church, Coordinated a special event with Ronald Reagan at his library in 1991, Love on a Leash, Chapter Captain
15. By submitting this application, I certify that I am sixty years of age or older and a Simi Valley resident. I understand that if selected and appointed as a COA Executive Board Member, I will serve as a volunteer and at the pleasure of the City Council. As a volunteer, I understand that I am not covered by the City's insurance policy and, further, that the City's liability does not encompass volunteers.
Diane Lee LaDouceur
Thank you,
City of Simi Valley, CA
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