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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSCAC Minutes 2019-11-12 Regular CITY OF FRIENDSWOOD SENIOR CITIZENS ADVISORY TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2019 9:00 AM MINUTES MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIENDSWOOD SENIOR CITIZENS ADVISORY BOARD THAT WAS HELD ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 2019, AT 09:00 AM AT FRIENDSWOOD ACTIVITY BUILDING, 416 MORNINGSIDE DRIVE, FRIENDSWOOD, TEXAS, WITH THE FOLLOWING PRESENT CONSTITUTING A QUORUM: COMMITTEE VICE CHAIR NANCY MASTROFRANCESCO COMMITTEE MEMBER MONA PALMER COMMITTEE MEMBER DORIS OCHOA COMMITTEE MEMBER YOLANDA ROBLES COMMITTEE MEMBER VICKIE HEFNER COMMITTEE MEMBER DOROTHY MONTZ COMMITTEE MEMBER DAVID O’BRIEN COMMITTEE MEMBER ALTERNATE CHARLENE MIZENER SENIOR CITIZEN PROGRAM MANAGER GENIE BALDERAZ ASSISTANT SENIOR PROGRAM MANAGER SHADEY CARAVEO-SALDAÑA PARKS AND RECREATION ASSISTANT DIRECTOR MICHAEL BOYETT CITY COUNCIL LIAISON ROBERT J. GRIFFON 1. Call to Order Committee Vice Chair Nancy Mastrofrancesco called the meeting to order at 9:03 am. 2. Invocation The invocation was given by Committee Member Doris Ochoa. 3. Communications from the Public Councilmember Robert J. Griffon gave the board members an update on bond proposal results after the November 5 elections. Results showed Friendswood citizen support for public safety, the Fire Department, flooding issues and Public Works. Proposals regarding Road infrastructure, Parks and a new Community Center did not pass. 4. Approval of Minutes A. October 8, 2019 Meeting Minutes Committee Member David O’Brien moved to approve the October 8, 2019 meeting minutes as presented and it was seconded by Committee Member Doris Ochoa. 5. Discussion of Possible Actions A. Upcoming Trips and Events Assistant Senior Program Manager Shadey Caraveo-Saldaña stated that the December trips offered are as follows: Monday, December 2, 2019, Walmart, 9:30 am – 11:30 am; Wednesday, December 4, 2019, Dazzle & Glamour Fashion Show with Village on the Park, 9:30 am – 1:00 pm; Thursday, December 5, 2019, Bay Area Houston Ballet & Theatre: The Nutcracker, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, $12 per person, Lunch on your own at Olive Garden; Thursday, December 12, 2019, George HW Bush Library & Museum, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm, $10 per person, Lunch on your own at Cotton Patch Café; Monday, December 16, 2019, Lunch & Bingo at Village on the Park, 9:30 am – 12:30 pm; Tuesday, December 17, 2019, Bingo at Encompass Rehab Hospital, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, Lunch on your own at Cracker Barrel; Wednesday, December 18, 2019, Christmas Lights in River Oaks Tour, 4:30 pm – 9:00 pm, $5 per person, Lunch on your own at Torchy’s Tacos. Assistant Senior Program Manager stated that the December events offered are as follows Monday, December 2, 2019, Breakfast Donuts, 9:00 am – 9:30 am, Sponsored by South Region Driving School; Monday, December 2, 2019, Crafting with Brandy, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm, $10 per person; Tuesday, December 3, 2019, Marian’s Red Hats, 10:30 am – 11:30 am; Monday, December 9, 2019, Bingo, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Sponsored by Linda Richard; Friday, December 13, 2019, Essential Oils with Brandy: Linen Spray and Lip Balms, 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm, $10 per person; Monday, December 16, 2019, Breakfast Tacos, 9:15 am – 9:45 am; Monday, December 16, 2019, Crafting with Brandy, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm, $10 per person; Wednesday, December 18, 2019, Bingo, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm; Thursday, December 19, 2019, Breakfast with Santa, 9:30 am – 11:30 am, Sponsored by Whataburger, Performance by Marian’s Cloggers; Monday, December 30, 2019, Movie Matinee: Scent of a Woman, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Assistant Senior Program Manager stated that the December facility closures are as follows Tuesday, December 24, 2019 and Wednesday, December 25, 2019, Christmas Eve & Christmas Committee Member Doris Ochoa expressed concern over the pricing and quality of product offered at the Crafting with Brandy class. Assistant Senior Program Manager stated that Brandy offered her services during a time slot where nothing was being offered. She was given the opportunity, hoping to spark some interest from some participants, however the class will only be offered through the end of the year, due to lack of interest. B. Budget and Purchasing Senior Citizen Program Manager Genie Balderaz presented that as of November the 8, 2019: Friendswood Senior Citizen Budget Revenue Received $3100.00 Expenditures $1102.91 Funds Available $1997.09 C. Breakfast with Santa The Senior Citizen Program Manager stated that Breakfast with Santa is scheduled for Thursday, December 19, 2019 from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. Whataburger will be sponsoring breakfast taquitos, orange juice and cinnamon rolls, and Brothers Produce will be sponsoring fruit. She also stated that Friendswood Senior Citizen Program participants Mick and Kathryn Culp would be Santa and Mrs. Claus and would be available for pictures. Entertainment will be provided by Marian’s Cloggers. D. Thanksgiving Potluck The Senior Citizen Program Manager stated that the Thanksgiving Potluck is scheduled for Thursday, November 21, 2019 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Jeters Memorial Funeral Home is sponsoring food from Kelley’s. Noula’s tappers will perform from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. 6. Reports A. Veteran’s Luncheon Report The Senior Citizen Program Manager reported that there was a lot of positive feedback with over 150 people in attendance. It was also noted that more salad should be ordered for next year since it was the only item that ran out during the event. The Clear Brook ROTC has confirmed that they will attend the 2020 event. Assistant Director Michael Boyett listed a few items to improve for next year’s event such as, discussing a date with the Friendswood Chamber of Commerce to avoid the events overlapping, purchasing more drape for the stage backdrop, and not playing Taps at the end of the program. B. Assistant Director’s Report The Assistant Director Michael Boyett stated that there are other ideas on the table on ways to expand the community center such as relocating to soon to be vacated Cline Elementary. There would have to be a lot of remodeling but there is a lot of space to work with. 7. Comments Committee Member Vickie Hefner mentioned that purchasing the electric leaf blower has been beneficial. Vice Chair mentioned she would like the Senior Citizen Program to help the Friendswood Police Department with their Community Toy Drive. All committee members felt it was a great idea and a flyer will be posted with the suggested items and a box where the seniors can drop off the toys. Committee Vice Chair and Committee Member Mona Palmer will talk to Lisa Price for more information on ways the Senior Citizen Program can help. 8. Adjournment Committee Member Mona Palmer move to adjourn the meeting and several others seconded. This meeting was adjourned at 9:44 am.