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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_COA_04.18.2016Minutes of the Georgetown Commission on Aging City of Georgetown, Texas April 18, 2016 The City of Georgetown Commission on Aging met on April 18, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at the Public Safety Facility, located at 3500 DB Wood Road, Georgetown, TX 78633. The City of Georgetown is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require assistance in participating at a public meeting due to a disability, as defined under the ADA, reasonable assistance, adaptations, or accommodations will be provided upon request. Please contact the City Secretary's Office, at least four (4) days prior to the scheduled meeting date, at (512) 930-3652 or City Hall at 113 East 8' Street for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. Regular Session (This Regular session may, at any time, be recessed to convene an Executive Session for any purpose authorized by the Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.) A. Call to Order Gene Jantzen, Chairman of the Board, called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. All Board members were present, thus constituting a quorum. Also present were Staff Liaison Fire Chief John Sullivan and Staff Liaison Office Specialist Linda White. Statutory Consent Agenda The Statutory Consent Agenda includes non -controversial and routine items that may be acted upon with one single vote. An item may be pulled from the Consent Agenda in order that it be discussed and acted upon individually as part of the Regular Agenda. B. Consideration and possible action to approve the minutes of the meeting held on March 14, 2016 — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Bill Dalton moved to approve the minutes from the March 14, 2016 meeting. Ginny Hahn moved to second the motion, which the Board approved unanimously. (9-0) Legislative Regular Agenda The Commission will individually consider and possibly take action on any or all of the following items: C. Discussion and presentation regarding services provided by Bluebonnet Trails Community Services — Jennifer Bourquin, Director. Ms. Bourquin shared that Bluebonnet Trails has seven operating clinics out of their 15 locations which are within the counties of Burnet, Williamson, Lee, Bastrop, Fayette, Caldwell, Guadalupe, and Gonzales. The San Gabriel Crisis Center is located in Georgetown. The health centers located in Bastrop and Elgin also provide dental care services. Ms. Bourquin gave an overview of the services provided by Bluebonnet Trails Community Services. Bluebonnet Trails has the San Gabriel Extended Observation Unit to assist persons experiencing a behavioral health crisis. The Board expressed an interest in learning more about the dental care services provided in Elgin and Bastrop and invited Ms. Bourquin to return in May. Commission on Aging April 18, 2016 D. Discussion and possible action to approve the final report of the proposed Southeast Georgetown Aging Survey — Ginny Hahn, Board Member and Dan Bonner, Vice Chair. Mr. Bonner explained how the Board had spent last year reviewing the results of the Georgetown Aging Initiative Survey and the Southeast Georgetown Needs Assessment Survey. The results of the previous two surveys indicated affordable housing, dental care and transportation as being primary concerns for the 60+ aging population, which are concerns on the Board's Priority Initiatives list. Mr. Bonner continued to explain how Ginny Hahn, Virginia Lazenby and Josie Zamora took from the discussions and suggestions of the Board to prepare questions for a Georgetown Senior Survey, centering on the SE area of Georgetown. Mr. Bonner stated that he and Ms. Hahn are recommending to the Board to accept the two completed surveys, acknowledging that the Southeast Georgetown Needs Assessment Survey is sufficient to the aging population, and to table the Board's prepared survey until a later date. Dan Bonner moved to forgo taking the Southeast quadrant questionnaire any further at this time. Bill Dalton moved to second the motion, which the Board approved unanimously. (9-0) The Board discussed rather than conducting another survey, members should focus this year on being more visible to the various service agencies who serve the 60+ aging population, and being the resource to provide a connection among the city's service agencies serving the aging population. The Board discussed adding Communications to the other three Priority Initiatives, which are affordable housing, dental care and transportation. Bill Dalton moved to accept transportation, dental care, affordable housing and communication as the Board's Priority Initiatives. Tiffany Enos moved to second the motion, which the Board approved unanimously. Chief Sullivan made a motion to amend the motion accepting the four Priority Initiatives and moved to approve adding mental health of the aging to the list of Priority Initiatives. Dan Bonner seconded the motion to amend the motion listing the Board's four Priority Initiatives to accept adding mental health of the aging as a fifth Priority Initiative to the already approved four Priority Initiatives. The Board approved unanimously. (9-0) The Board continued to discuss and were in agreement on the five mentioned Priority Initiatives as being the next action points to take to the City Council so that the Board could make recommendations for action by City Council for the betterment of our community. Chairman Jantzen asked each member to submit their three choices, in order of preference, of the five Priority Initiatives to which they would prefer to serve. The results are as follows: Communication— Valerie Nicholson and Tiffany Enos; Transportation — Ginny Hahn and Dan Bonner; Dental Care — Pat Strickland, Bill Dalton; Affordable Housing — Virginia Lazenby and Donna Livingston; Mental Health — Gene Jantzen. Chairman Jantzen stated that beginning with May's agenda, there will be an agenda item which will allow monthly reports on each Priority Initiative. Chief Sullivan reported that in July, City Council will conduct a retreat specifically for funding assignments. Chief Sullivan shared that he will prepare a report to City Council specifically for their retreat, identifying any financial needs of the Commission on Aging. E. Discussion on future agendas and priorities — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Chairman Jantzen reported he had spoken to Antoinette Griffin, who with her husband, John, publish the Texas Seniors Guide. This publication serves Austin, Houston, San Antonio, Dallas and Fort Worth. Ms. Griffin would like to speak to the Board explaining how the Texas Seniors Guide is published. Ms. Commission on Aging April 18, 2016 2 Griffin would like to learn of the information pertaining to the City of Georgetown for publication and then determine how best this information can be published in the Texas Seniors Guide. Board members will be contacting Jennifer Bourquin, Bluebonnet Trails Community Services, to return in May. Board members will be contacting Vicki Orcutt, Faith in Action, to speak in May. Fire Chief John Sullivan will address the Board in May regarding pre -hospital medical services and needs within the Georgetown community. Chief Sullivan will be discussing with the ADA Coordinator for the City of Georgetown a time for that group to present to the Board. Adjournment The next Board meeting will be Monday, May 16, 2016, at 6:00 p.m., at the Public Safety Facility, 3500 DB Wood Road, Georgetown, Texas. The meeting adjourned at 7:51 p.m. on a motion by Ginny Hahn, seconded by Bill Dalton, which the Board approved unanimously. (9-0) ahz�- ov�a� i, ehainiiimZ9 Patricia Strickland, Secretary Commission on Aging Georgetown Commission on Aging Commission on Aging April 18, 2016 1 IGEORGETOWN COMMISSION ION ON AGING� / �147—&-%, � /� II Name, Address, Phone Number, Appt Exp Term Description Notes Fax & E-mail Date Date of Position 1 Dan Bonner (Vice Chair) 3/15 2/17 17— Full Service provider 2 William J. Dalton, Jr. 3/16 2/18 1 `` - Full Service provider 3 Tiffany Enos 3/16 2/18 1" - Full Service provider Virginia Hahn 3/15 2/16 F - Partial Senior living in 4 Gene Jantzen (Chair) 3115 2/17 1"— Full Senior living in 5 Virginia Lazenby 3/15 2/16 1"— Partial Service Provider 6 Donna Livingston 3/15 2/17 1" — Full Caregiver to 7 Valerie Nicholson 3/16 2/18 1'` — Full Service provider 8 9 Patricia Strickland (Secretary) 3/15 2/17 1'`—Full Service, Staff Liaisops John Sullivan Fire Chief, (512)930-3473, john.sullivan@georaetown org or Linda Whit;, Office Specialist, (512)930-3652, linda.white(cbQeorcletown.org Time and Date of Regular Meetings: Monthly meetings, 3rd Monday of the month, 6:00 p.m., Public Safety Facility, 3500 DB Wood Road, Georgetown, TX 78633. Term of Office: Two years with a maximum of two consecutive terms. Last roster update: March 14, 2016 Linda White From: Sent: To: Subject: Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: Gene < Tuesday, April 19, 2016 6:32 PM Linda White Fwd: Texas Seniors' Guide From: Gene < Date: April 19, 2016 at 6:30:00 PM CDT To: Subject: Re: Texas Seniors' Guide Valerie, Got to thinking. You and Tiffany are just beginning on the Commission and haven't been a part of all the discussion past. So, first, contact me with any questions. Then, know that we see our Commission's charge as finding what Senior goods and services exist and then, helping Seniors be aware and have easy access to what's out there. Your task? Find the best package of SR (Senior Relations) we can deliver to accomplish our charge. Questions? Holler! g Sent from my iPhone On Apr 19, 2016, at 1:44 PM, Gene Jantzen <( wrote: Hi, Valerie, Here's Antoinette Griffin's contact information: wN�-w.AustinSeniorsGuide.coni She is Editor(and owner with husband John) Regards, gene Gene Jantzen, Realtor Cell Like us on Facebook https://wvvw.facebook.com/teamiantzencentury2l Linda White From: Gene Jantzen < Sent: Thursday, March 17, 2016 11:58 AM To: Linda White Subject: Texas Seniors' Guides, Inc. Linda, Yesterday I spoke to Antoinette Griffin, co -publisher of Texas Seniors' Guides and got pretty good news. She and her husband, John, started the Seniors' Guide seventeen years ago and now have San Antonio, Ft. Worth, and Dallas Guides in addition to Austin. They are totally advertising funded publications. the 2016 edition of the Austin Seniors' Guide will mail in about two weeks to 75,000 households in Travis and Williamson Counties. Antoinette took my mailing address and contact information and will make sure I get an early mailing of the new book. She said if our other Commissioners want, they can simply call her at 512-257-7607 and she will put them on the mailing list. Now, the good news! As we talked, it was immediately apparent that we have programs and services in Georgetown that she is not aware of but is eager to include in future editions as the more valuable information makes for better readership, increasing the advertising value. All to say, we won't have to re -invent the wheel. As we are ready, we can plug our information in moving forward. Please share with our Commissioners. gene Gene Jantzen, Realtor Cell Like us on Facebook htti)s://www.facebook.com/teamiantzencenturr2I A Native Texan Licensed to practice Real Estate in The Great State of Texas lic # 524971 Notice of Mecting of the GEORGETOWN COMMISSION ON AGING Citv of Georgeto-, n, Texas April 18, 2016 The Georgetown Commission on Aging will meet on Monday, April 18, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at the Public Safety Facility, located at 3500 DB Wood Road, Georgetown, Texas 78633. The City of Georgetown is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require assistance in participating at a public meeting due to a disability, as defined under the ADA, reasonable assistance, adaptations, or accommodations will be provided upon request. Please contact the Georgetown Commission on Aging Liaison at least four (4) days prior to the scheduled meeting date, at (512) 930-3652 or City Hall at 113 E. 8th Street for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. Regular Session This Regular Session may, at any time, be recessed to convene an Executive Session for any purpose authorized by the Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551. A. Call to Order — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair Statutory Consent Agenda The Statutory Consent Agenda includes non -controversial and routine items that the Board may act on with one single vote. A board member may pull any item from the Consent Agenda in order that the Board discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda. B. Consideration and possible action to approve minutes of the meeting held on March 14, 2016 — Linda White, Board Liaison Legislative Regular Agenda The Board will individually consider and possibly take action on any or all of the following items: C. Discussion and presentation regarding services provided by Blue Bonnet Trails in Georgetown - Jennifer Bourquin, Director D. Discussion and possible action to approve the final report of the proposed Southeast Georgetown Aging Survey — Ginny Hahn, Board Member and Dan Bonner, Vice Chair E. Discussion of future agendas and priorities — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair Adjournment Certificate of Posting I, Shelley Nowling, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this'Notice of Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all times, on the day of , 2016, at , and remained so posted for at least 72 hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting. Shelley Nowling, City Secretary Notice of Meeting for the Georgetown Commission on Aging of the City of Georgetown April 18, 2016 at 6:00 PM at Public Safety Facility, 3500 DB Wood Road, Georgetown, TX 78633 The City of Georgetown is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require assistance in participating at a public meeting due to a disability, as defined under the ADA, reasonable assistance, adaptations, or accommodations will be provided upon request. Please contact the City at least four (4) days prior to the scheduled meeting date, at (512) 930-3652 or City Hall at 113 East 8th Street for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. Regular Session (This Regular Session may, at any time, be recessed to convene an Executive Session for any purpose authorized by the Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.) A Call to Order - Gene Jantzen, Board Chair Consent Agenda The Statutory Consent Agenda includes non -controversial and routine items that may be acted upon with one single vote. An item may be pulled from the Consent Agenda in order that it be discussed and acted upon individually as part of the Regular Agenda. B Consideration and possible action to approve minutes of the meeting held on March 14, 2016 - Linda White, Board Liaison Legislative Regular Agenda C Discussion and presentation regarding services provided by Blue Bonnet Trails in Georgetown - Jennifer Bourquin, Director D Discussion and possible action to approve the final report of the proposed Southeast Georgetown Aging Survey - Ginny Hahn, Board Member and Dan Bonner, Vice Chair E Discussion of future agendas and priorities - Gene Jantzen, Board Chair CERTIFICATE OF POSTING I, Shelley Nowling, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this Notice of Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all times, on the 13 day of It's PfZ1 %-- , 2016, at ► a'. o pfff( , and remained so posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting. Shelley Nowlin , i Secretary Page 1 of 25 City of Georgetown, Texas Commission on Aging April 18, 2016 SUBJECT: Call to Order - Gene Jantzen, Board Chair FINANCIAL IMPACT: N/A SUBMITTED BY Linda White Page 2 of 25 City of Georgetown, Texas Commission on Aging April 18, 2016 SUBJECT: Consideration and possible action to approve minutes of the meeting held on March 14, 2016 - Linda White, Board Liaison ,� t► :� • _.— ICI' : • SUBMITTED BY Linda White ATTACHMENTS: Description T"e ❑ Minutes ft nn +.14.16 Cover Memo Page 3 of 25 Minutes of the Georgetown Commission on Aging City of Georgetown, Texas March 14, 2016 The City of Georgetown Commission on Aging met on March 14, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at the Public Safety Facility, located at 3500 DB Wood Road, Georgetown, TX 78633. The City of Georgetown is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require assistance in participating at a public meeting due to a disability, as defined under the ADA, reasonable assistance, adaptations, or accommodations will be provided upon request. Please contact the City Secretary's Office, at least four (4) days prior to the scheduled meeting date, at (512) 930-3652 or City Hall at 113 East 81 Street for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. Regular Session (This Regular session may, at any time, be recessed to convene an Executive Session for any purpose authorized by the Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.) A. Call to Order Gene Jantzen, Chairman of the Board, called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m. Eight Board members were present, with Tiffany Enos absent, thus constituting a quorum. Also present were Staff Liaison Fire Chief John Sullivan and Staff Liaison Office Specialist Linda White. B. Introductions of current and newly appointed Board members Chairman Jantzen explained that since this meeting was the first meeting with newly installed members, he asked each member to spend 5-6 minutes sharing about themselves in order that we get to know each other better. C. Review of the Purpose and By Laws of the Georgetown Commission on Aging Chairman Jantzen reviewed both the purpose and bylaws of the Georgetown Commission on Aging- D. Review of the Attendance Policy Chairman Jantzen reviewed the attendance policy of the Georgetown Commission on Aging. Statutory Consent Agenda The Statutory Consent Agenda includes non -controversial and routine items that may be acted upon with one single vote. An item may be pulled from the Consent Agenda in order that it be discussed and acted upon individually as part of the Regular Agenda. E. Consideration and possible action to approve the minutes of the meeting held on February 8, 2016 — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Bill Dalton moved to approve the minutes from the February 8, 2016 meeting. Donna Livingston moved to second the motion, which the Board approved unanimously. (8-0) Legislative Regular Agenda The Commission will individually consider and possibly take action on any or all of the following items: Page 4 of 25 F. Nomination and Election of a Board Vice -Chair — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Virginia Lazenby made a motion nominating Dan Bonner for the position of Board Vice -Chair. Donna Livingston moved to second the motion, which the Board approved unanimously. (8-0) G. Nomination and Election of a Board Secretary — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Bill Dalton made a motion nominating Patricia Strickland for the position of Board Secretary. Valerie Nicholson moved to second the motion, which the Board approved unanimously. (8-0) H. Discussion and approval of future meeting times, dates and location — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Discussion occurred. The Board was unanimous in its decision of continuing to meet the 3rd Monday evening of each month, at 6:00 p.m., at the Public Safety Building, in Classroom C. (8- 0) I. Overview of Commission on Aging's presentation at the City Council Workshop on February 9, 2016 — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Mr. Jantzen gave an overview of the Commission on Aging's presentation to the City Council. Of those Board members present, all felt that the City Council was very receptive of the Commission's work this past year and were encouraging the Commission to continue working with those agencies who provide services for the senior population within Georgetown. The Board discussed several thoughts pertaining to: 1) looking into medical needs of seniors, 2) consider avenues to help Police Captain Waits introduce to the public the "Take Me Home Program", 3) produce an overall list of agencies throughout Georgetown who provide assistance to seniors and find distribution points for availability of the flyers, 4) consider ways to assist the Hispanic population in knowing the various agencies providing assistance to the senior population. Chairman Jantzen suggested rather than introducing new projects to begin working with, the Board should concentrate on their current projects, then later implement new projects. The Board was in agreement. Donna Livingston shared for the Commission to consider rather than finding the problems of the senior citizens, the Commission should find solutions to the problems that exist for the seniors, for instance their transportation needs. The Board was in agreement. J. Overview of Commission on Aging's presentation at the Georgetown Ministerial Association meeting on February 10, 2016 — Dan Bonner, Vice -Chairman, Commission on Aging. Mr. Bonner shared that former Board member, Josie Zamora, did a very nice presentation to the Georgetown Ministerial Association. The churches in Georgetown are very committed to being responsive to the needs of the senior citizens. The Ministerial Association expressed a sincere interest in actively working with the Commission on Aging. Mr. Bonner stated that he will serve as the Commission's liaison to the Ministerial Association. K. Discussion on future agendas and priorities — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Ginny Hahn shared that she and Dan Bonner would like to discuss the survey and present the final version of the questions to the Board. Chief Sullivan would like to bring a representative of the Americans with Disabilities Act to speak to the Board early this summer. Invite on a quarterly basis, Vickie Orcutt, new director with Faith in Action, to update their activities, especially transportation, to the Commission. Bill Dalton is associated with The Caring Place and will arrange for a representative to present at a future Board meeting. Blue Bonnet Trails will be invited to speak during the April meeting. Page 5 of 25 Adjournment The next Board meeting will be Monday, April 18, 2016, at 6:00 p.m., at the Public Safety Facility, 3500 DB Wood Road, Georgetown, Texas. The meeting adjourned at 8:03 p.m. on a motion by Bill Dalton, seconded by Dan Bonner, which the Board approved unanimously. (8-0) Gene Jantzen, Chairman Georgetown Commission on Aging Patricia Strickland, Secretary Georgetown Commission on Aging Page 6 of 25 City of Georgetown, Texas Commission on Aging April 189 2016 SUBJECT: Discussion and presentation regarding services provided by Blue Bonnet Trails in Georgetown - Jennifer Bourquin, Director O"MIAIM ICI_ SUBMITTED BY Linda White Page 7 of 25 City of Georgetown, Texas Commission on Aging April 185 2016 SUBJECT: Discussion and possible action to approve the final report of the proposed Southeast Georgetown Aging Survey - Ginny Hahn, Board Member and Dan Bonner, Vice Chair 0 WIM 6*1 J1 BNB I 9 1 c ATTACHMENTS: Description T'Pe ❑ Proposed SLIIA CN. Oiestions Cover Diem Page 8 of 25 Georgetown Senior Survey 1. Which zip code do you live in? 78626 78627 78628 78633 2. How old are you? 60 to 64 years old 65 to 74 years old 75 to 84 years old 85 years old or older 3. How many years have you lived in Georgetown? Less than 10 years 10-19 years 20-29 years 30-39 years 40-49 years 50 years or more 4. Do you live alone or do you live with others? Live alone ( Go to Question 6) Live with others Page 9 of 25 Georgetown Senior Survey 5. Who lives in your household with you? Check all that apply Your spouse or partner Your parent Your child A brother or sister A grandchild or great grandchild Relatives other than those mentioned Friends Someone else 6. Which one of these types of housing best describes where you currently live? Choose one. A one family house Two family house Mobile home park Apartment or condominium Senior housing Assisted living residence Independent living facility I currently don't have a place to live Page 10 of 25 Georgetown Senior Survey 7. Do you own or rent your home? 9 i1 Rent 8. If you think your living situation will change within the next five years, how is it most likely to change? Choose one. Move into a home share living situation Move into an apartment building with an elevator Move into assisted living Move into a home that is easy for people with a disability to navigate Move closer to family or friends Move into a home in better climate Move into a retirement community Move into senior housing Move in with family or friends Move into a home that is less expensive Move into a nursing home I don't think my living situation will change 9. Would you say that personal safety in your neighborhood is...? Excellent Very good Good Page 11 of 25 Georgetown Senior Survey Fair Poor Other (please specify) 10. Here is a list of problems that occur in some neighborhoods. Please indicate whether you think each item is a problem in your neighborhood. Check all that apply. Not enough affordable housing Crime Rundown or abandoned buildings, houses or apartments Too far away from parks and recreation Streets and sidewalks need repair or don't exist Streets are too dark Public transportation too far away, too limited, or not available Too far away from shopping, banks, or other needed services Too far away from senior services None of these 11. In general, do you agree or disagree with the statement: "If I have a problem there is always someone to help me in this neighborhood." Strongly agree Agree Disagree Strongly disagree Page 12 of 25 Georgetown Senior Survey 12. In general, do you agree or disagree with the statement: "Most people in this neighborhood are willing to help if you need it." Strongly agree Agree Disagree Strongly disagree 13. What is the primary health care insurance you use to pay for your doctor and hospital expenses? ❑Check all that apply. Medicare Medicaid Employer Self or spouse -funded policy Military (Veteran's Administration) Uninsured Other 14. What kind of place do you go to most often when you are sick or need advice about your health? Choose one. Clinic or health center Doctor's office Pharmacy clinic Hospital emergency room Page 13 of 25 Georgetown Senior Survey Hospital outpatient department Veteran's administration facility I don't have a regular place to go for my health care 15. Would you say that, in general, your health is...? Excellent Good Poor 16. How long has it been since your last visit to a dentist or a dental clinic for any reason? Less than 12 months ago Between 1-2 years ago Between 2-5 years ago More than 5 years ago Never Do not remember 17. Where do you currently get your dental care? Private dental office Hospital emergency room Public dental clinic I do not get dental care Page 14 of 25 Georgetown Senior Survey 18. Do you have problems getting dental care when you need it? Yes [Me Sometimes 19. Do you have any kind of insurance that pays for some or all your dental care? Check all that apply. Medicaid Private insurance No insurance Other Don't know 20. Have you ever experienced the following barriers to getting dental care? Check all that apply. Cannot get dental. appointment when I need it Cannot afford it Do not have transportation to dental appointments Dental provider is not handicapped accessible Fearful of dental visit Other 21. What was the main reason for your last dental visit? (Please print) Page 15 of 25 Georgetown Senior Survey 22. Here is a list of various services that are available in Georgetown. Please indicate whether you have used any of these services within the last six months. Check all that apply. Senior Center Homemaker services like when someone comes to your home to do light housekeeping or cleaning Meals on Wheels Transportation services ( Ex: CARTS, Faith In Action, assisted living transportation) Home health services A service that helps with home repairs and/or home modifications for safety and independence Outdoor maintenance such as lawn work Capital Area Aging & Disability Resource Center Family Elder Care Caring Place Public Library Hospice and/or Respite services 23. Which is the best resource, such as a person or an organization, in your city, town, or country to get information on services like those we just mentioned? Choose one. Page 16 of 25 Georgetown Senior Survey Family members or friends Doctor or other health professional Area Agency on Aging, or Department of Aging Senior Center Senior Services Agency, such as Family Eldercare On the Internet Information services such as 211 or 311 Phone book Church or synagogue Don't know 24. For your trips around Georgetown, for shopping, visiting or other purposes, what is the means of transportation that you use most frequently? Please choose no more than three. Drive a car Ride in a car Utilize'Faith in Action service Take a taxi Ask a friend to drive Use CARTS Use a special transportation service like the one for persons with disabilites 25. How many trips of each do you make in a week? Page 17 of 25 Georgetown Senior Survey Doctor appointments Grocery shopping Personal care appointments ( activities, haircuts, fitness center) Socializing with friends Eating out Entertainment parties, movies) 26. What is the most difficult thing for you regarding transportation? Check all that apply. Can't get a ride when I need it Can't get a ride when I want it Can't get picked up at my house Can't get dropped off at where I need to go Have mobility issues; can't get into or out of regular cars Can't find transportation that can take my wheelchair Can't get help with my mobility restrictions Costs too much Don't have any difficulty getting transportation 27. What one thing would you like to see in Georgetown to make transportation easier for you as you age? Page 18 of 25 Georgetown Senior Survey 28. What do you foresee doing or needing to do, once you don't drive anymore? 29. Do you have any problems or need help with...? Check all that apply. Taking a bath or a shower? Dressing Eating Getting in and out of bed or a chair Using or getting to a toilet Getting around inside the home None of these [Go to Question ?] 30. Are you getting the help you need with all of the activities you Page 19 of 25 Georgetown Senior Survey selected? Yes W 31. Do you have any problems or need help with...? Check all that apply. Going outside the home to shop or visit a doctor's office Doing light housework such as washing dishes or sweeping the floor Preparing meals Driving a car or using public transportation Taking the right amount of prescribed medication at the right time Keeping track of money and bills None of these 32. Are you getting the help you need with all of the activities you selected? Yes No 33. Do you currently provide help or care, or arrange for help or care, to a relative or friend because they are unable to do some things for themselves due to illness or disability? Yes No Page 20 of 25 Georgetown Senior Survey Comment: 34. Do you sometimes get relief from this responsibility? Yes No 35. What is your current employment status? Working full-time Working part-time Retired Seeking part-time or full-time employment 36. We realize income is a private matter and so rather than ask you anything specific about your income, please name the letter that most closely matches your household's income before taxes in 2015. Less than $10,000 $10,000 to less than $20,000 $20,000 to less than $35,000 $35,000 to less than $50,000 $50,000 to less than $60,000 Page 21 of 25 Georgetown Senior Survey $60,000 to less than $75,000 $75,000 to less than $1001000 $100,000 or more 37. Were there any times in the past 12 months, when you did not have enough money to...? Check all that apply. Pay your rent, mortgage, or real estate taxes Pay your utility bills Fill a prescritipion for medicine Follow up on tests or treatment recommended by a doctor Obtain dental care (including check-ups) Obtain eyeglasses Obtain a hearing aid Pay for transportation Pay for food None of these 38. What group do you most closely identify with? Choose one. White Hispanic or Latino (including Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban or other Latin American) Black or African -American Page 22 of 25 Georgetown Senior Survey Asian Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander American Indian or Alaska Native Other 39. What is your martial status? Choose one. Single Married Living with partner Widowed Divorced Separated 40. What is the highest level of education you've completed? Less than high school completed High school graduate or GED Some college/in college Associate degree College degree Graduate study / in graduate school Graduate degree 41. If you use the internet, or send and receive email, where are you Page 23 of 25 Georgetown Senior Survey most likely to do so? Choose one. At home At work At a library City of Georgetown, Texas Commission on Aging April 18, 2016 SUBJECT: Discussion of future agendas and priorities - Gene Jantzen, Board Chair FINANCIAL IMPACT: N/A SUBMITTED BY Minutes of the Georgetown Commission on Aging City of Georgetown, Texas April 18, 2016 The City of Georgetown Commission on Aging met on April 18, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at the Public Safety Facility, located at 3500 DB Wood Road, Georgetown, TX 78633. The City of Georgetown is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require assistance in participating at a public meeting due to a disability, as defined under the ADA, reasonable assistance, adaptations, or accommodations will be provided upon request. Please contact the City Secretary's Office, at least four (4) days prior to the scheduled meeting date, at (512) 930-3652 or City Hall at 113 East 8" Street for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. Regular Session (This Regular session may, at any time, be recessed to convene an Executive Session for any purpose authorized by the Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.) A. Call to Order Gene Jantzen, Chairman of the Board, called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. All Board members were present, thus constituting a quorum. Also present were Staff Liaison Fire Chief John Sullivan and Staff Liaison Office Specialist Linda White. Statutory Consent Agenda The Statutory Consent Agenda includes non -controversial and routine items that may be acted upon with one single vote. An item may be pulled from the Consent Agenda in order that it be discussed and acted upon individually as part of the Regular Agenda. B. Consideration and possible action to approve the minutes of the meeting held on March 14, 2016 — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Bill Dalton moved to approve the minutes from the March 14, 2016 meeting. Ginny Hahn moved to second the motion, which the Board approved unanimously. (9-0) Legislative Regular Agenda The Commission will individually consider and possibly take action on any or all of the following items: C. Discussion and presentation regarding services provided by Bluebonnet Trails Community Services — Jennifer Bourquin, Director. Ms. Bourquin shared that Bluebonnet Trails has seven operating clinics out of their 15 locations which are within the counties of Burnet, Williamson, Lee, Bastrop, Fayette, Caldwell, Guadalupe, and Gonzales. The San Gabriel Crisis Center is located in Georgetown. The health centers located in Bastrop and Elgin also provide dental care services. Ms. Bourquin gave an overview of the services provided by Bluebonnet Trails Community Services. Bluebonnet Trails has the San Gabriel Extended Observation Unit to assist persons experiencing a behavioral health crisis. The Board expressed an interest in learning more about the dental care services provided in Elgin and Bastrop and invited Ms. Bourquin to return in May. Commission on Aging April 18, 2016 D. Discussion and possible action to approve the final report of the proposed Southeast Georgetown Aging Survey — Ginny Hahn, Board Member and Dan Bonner, Vice Chair. Mr. Bonner explained how the Board had spent last year reviewing the results of the Georgetown Aging Initiative Survey and the Southeast Georgetown Needs Assessment Survey. The results of the previous two surveys indicated affordable housing, dental care and transportation as being primary concerns for the 60+ aging population, which are concerns on the Board's Priority Initiatives list. Mr. Bonner continued to explain how Ginny Hahn, Virginia Lazenby and Josie Zamora took from the discussions and suggestions of the Board to prepare questions for a Georgetown Senior Survey, centering on the SE area of Georgetown. Mr. Bonner stated that he and Ms. Hahn are recommending to the Board to accept the two completed surveys, acknowledging that the Southeast Georgetown Needs Assessment Survey is sufficient to the aging population, and to table the Board's prepared survey until a later date. Dan Bonner moved to forgo taking the Southeast quadrant questionnaire any further at this time. Bill Dalton moved to second the motion, which the Board approved unanimously. (9-0) The Board discussed rather than conducting another survey, members should focus this year on being more visible to the various service agencies who serve the 60+ aging population, and being the resource to provide a connection among the city's service agencies serving the aging population. The Board discussed adding Communications to the other three Priority Initiatives, which are affordable housing, dental care and transportation. Bill Dalton moved to accept transportation, dental care, affordable housing and communication as the Board's Priority Initiatives. Tiffany Enos moved to second the motion, which the Board approved unanimously. Chief Sullivan made a motion to amend the motion accepting the four Priority Initiatives and moved to approve adding mental health of the aging to the list of Priority Initiatives. Dan Bonner seconded the motion to amend the motion listing the Board's four Priority Initiatives to accept adding mental health of the aging as a fifth Priority Initiative to the already approved four Priority Initiatives. The Board approved unanimously. (9-0) The Board continued to discuss and were in agreement on the five mentioned Priority Initiatives as being the next action points to take to the City Council so that the Board could make recommendations for action by City Council for the betterment of our community. Chairman Jantzen asked each member to submit their three choices, in order of preference, of the five Priority Initiatives to which they would prefer to serve. The results are as follows: Communication — Valerie Nicholson and Tiffany Enos; Transportation — Ginny Hahn and Dan Bonner; Dental Care — Pat Strickland, Bill Dalton; Affordable Housing — Virginia Lazenby and Donna Livingston; Mental Health — Gene Jantzen. Chairman Jantzen stated that beginning with May's agenda, there will be an agenda item which will allow monthly reports on each Priority Initiative. Chief Sullivan reported that in July, City Council will conduct a retreat specifically for funding assignments. Chief Sullivan shared that he will prepare a report to City Council specifically for their retreat, identifying any financial needs of the Commission on Aging. E. Discussion on future agendas and priorities — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Chairman Jantzen reported he had spoken to Antoinette Griffin, who with her husband, John, publish the Texas Seniors Guide. This publication serves Austin, Houston, San Antonio, Dallas and Fort Worth. Ms. Griffin would like to speak to the Board explaining how the Texas Seniors Guide is published. Ms. Commission on Aging April 18, 2016 2 .t Griffin would like to learn of the information pertaining to the City of Georgetown for publication and then determine haw best this information can be published in the Texas Seniors Guide. Board members will be contacting Jennifer Bourquin, Bluebonnet Trails Community Services, to return in May. Board members will be contacting Vicki Orcutt, Faith in Action, to speak in May. Fire Chief John Sullivan will address the Board in May regarding pre -hospital medical services and needs within the Georgetown community. Chief Sullivan will be discussing with the ADA Coordinator for the City of Georgetown a time for that group to present to the Board. Adjournment The next Board meeting will be Monday, May 16, 2016, at 6:00 p.m., at the Public Safety Facility, 3500 DB Wood Road, Georgetown, Texas. The meeting adjourned at 7:51 p.m. on a motion by Ginny Hahn, seconded by Bill Dalton, which the Board approved unanimously. (9-0) 9 ■ •P1tP/ lli^IPFf �7�TM 7T. )n Aging