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Home My WebLink About08-07-2014 SCAC Minutes CITY-C?F DUBLIN , SENIOR EENTER ADVISORY'COMMITTEE CITY of gUGUST7 2-014 .!. D�U$LIN Call to Order Vice Chairperson Krausnick called the meeting to order at 9:30 AM. Roll Call Committee Members (CM) Present: Diane Bonetti, Holly Ito, Ramona Krausnick, Eddie Jo Mack Absent: Faye Guarienti ' Parks and Community Services Commission Liaison: Connie Mack Staff Present: Rich Jochner, Recreation Supervisor; Anna Hudson, Recreation Coordinator; Diane Guenther, Office Assistant Oral Communications-None Approval of the Minutes CM MACK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE JUNE 5, 2014 MINUTES. THE MOTION WAS SECONDED BY CM BONETTI. THE SENIOR ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPROVED THE MINUTES OF THE JUNE MEETING BY VOTE OF 4-0-0 WITH CM GUARIENTI ABSENT. Written Communication—None Unfinished Business-None 6.1 DRAFT DUBLIN SENIOR CENTER CODE OF CONDUCT POLICY Based on recommendations made by the Senior Center Advisory Committee,Staff developed a Code of Conduct Policy, Staff provided an overview of the draft Code of Conduct and requested Advisory Committee input. CM Mack questioned item number nine; "tying down or sleeping on the furniture is not allowed."Staff clarified this policy refers to sleeping not dozing off on the furniture. CM Krausnick asked if item number two; "Refrain from all forms of harassment"would be understood by other cultures.Staff responded the policy is not meant to be specific and allows for a specific COPIES TO: GACOMNIISSIONS&CONINIITTEES\SRADVCMTE1Nlinutes\SCAC Committee Final Nlinutes\2014 SCAC Committee Final\SCAC I Minutes 08072014.doe f CITY OF DUBLIN SENIOR CENTER ADVISORY COivIMITTEE MINUTES OF AUGUST 7,2014 Page 2 of 4 explanation on a one-on-one basis if necessary, based on circumstance. Staff stated this point is to cover anything that could make someone uncomfortable. CM Ito suggested removing "please" from item number 11, "Please be considerate of others while using equipment or other items that are available for use by all". CM Ito asked about the meaning of item number 12, "Be cautious when using the public computer; computers are for recreational use purposes only, or as a tool to find other useful resources. Computers are located in public areas, which are shared by visitors of all ages, backgrounds, and sensitivities." Staff stated this item would be restated to make it clearer. CM Bonetti expressed she felt the Code of Conduct will make Senior Center patrons more comfortable. CM Ito suggested the policy be available in other languages. Staff stated the policy would be available at the front desk in other commonly used languages as needed. Staff stated the Advisory Committee's comments would be incorporated into the Policy and a final draft would be presented to the Advisory Committee at a future meeting. F New Business 7.1 2014 SPRING QUARTERLY REPORT Staff provided an overview of the Spring Quarterly Report and noted the high increase in attendance in the Saturday Art class and Ukulele class. CM Krausnick asked how attendance is calculated. Staff indicated attendance numbers are collected by various means including the number of registrants preregistered, counting the signatures on the liability release forms,and conducting head counts. CM Ito asked about the decrease in volunteer hours. Staff stated the Senior Center volunteer hours are impacted when active regular volunteers document working less hours a week due to medical reasons, extended vacations, or moving out of area. 7.2 OPEN HEART KITCHEN CONGREGATE MEAL PROGRAM On July 1, 2014 Open Heart Kitchen (OHK) began providing the lunch meal program at the Senior Center Shamrock Cafe. The meals are served by OHK staff and volunteers. Staff is reaching out to former Senior Center volunteers who worked at the lunch program prior to July 1, 2014 to consider returning and volunteering with OHK. CM Krausnick asked how the meals are prepared and was concerned of the sodium content. Staff had met with the OHK head chef who stated no additional salt is added to the meals and the meals served are healthy and flavorful. f CITY OF DUBLIN SENIOR CENTER ADVISORY CONMITTEE MINUTES OF AUGUST 7,2014 Page 3 of 4 CM Ito asked if Staff would conduct an ongoing evaluation of the lunch program. Staff agreed to make E evaluation cards accessible so patrons could offer their feedback at any time. j CM Mack, who is a volunteer cashier for the OHK lunch program, shared she has heard many positive comments about the food from both new and previous participants. She stated some participants also order an additional meal for takeout. Commissioner Mack stated the meals are a great improvement and she has received favorable comments from several of the participants. i 7.3 . SENIOR CENTER OUTREACH STRATEGY Staff conducted a brainstorming session with the goal of identifying new ways and activities to attract more visitors and participants to the Senior Center. The Advisory Committee helped Staff establish a list of senior cohorts. The Advisory Committee identified the following senior cohorts: Boomers Men in general Seniors who are: • newly retired • homebound • interested in music • interested in fitness • interested in continuing educational classes • interested in cooking • interested in high tech education • interested in watching sports • interested in wine The Advisory Committee participated in a brainstorming session on activities which may attract various cohorts to participate at the Dublin Senior Center. The following is the list that was compiled: Community theatre Shorts theatre i Talent show *Variety show on stage showcasing talents, including videotaping Book reading High tech,such as how to use different gadgets How to purchase gadgets, including why to purchase them and the difference between models. *Cooking Sports watching party Volunteerism - recruit the newly retired to volunteer CITY OF DUBLIN,SENIOR CENTER ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES OF AUGUST 7,2414 Page 4 of 4 Short timers who are nearing retirement *Fitness and exercise classes Transportation for seniors from their home *Wine tasting and touring Livermore wineries or held at the Senior Center *Home Depot simple repairs workshop Welcome to Dublin newcomers packet Advertise online on Dublin Patch Offer rooms rentals to outside groups to expose Senior Center activities * Each Advisory Committee Member was asked to identify at least one activity they wanted to see offered. Other Business CM Bonetti reported the Dublin Senior Foundation fireworks booth raised an estimated $3,000 this year, Registration for the Holiday Boutique is going well with 73 tables reserved to date. Bingo continues to be very successful and increase in numbers. The Dublin Senior Foundation raised $160 at their annual Ice Cream Social in July, and was grateful to Grocery Outlet who donated all the items needed. Commissioner Mack reported on the Parks and Community Services Commission meeting. CM Ito reported that the San Ramon Senior Center will raise their drop-in activity fee rates in September. She pointed out the Dublin Senior Center activity fees will still be lower than most senior centers. Adjournment—11:11 AM. Respectfully submitted, Diane Guenth r Office Assista t Approved: r Ra ona Krausnick Vice Chairperson I I