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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_COA_03.20.2017Minutes of the Georgetown Commission on Aging City of Georgetown, Texas March 20, 2017 The City of Georgetown Commission on Aging met on March 20, 2017 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'h 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 Chairman Gene Jantzen called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. Six Board members were present, with Board members Dan Bonner, Valerie Nicholson, Ron Brandon absent, thus constituting a quorum. Also present was Support Staff Liaison Fire Chief John Sullivan. Staff Liaison Office Specialist Linda White was absent. Board member Ron Brandon and Staff Liaison Office Specialist Linda White arrived at approximately 7:00 p.m. due to an extreme traffic congestion situation that delayed arrival times. Seven Board members were then present with Dan Bonner and Valerie Nicholson absent. B. Introductions of current and newly appointed Board members — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. The Board welcomed three new Commission members: Ron Brandon, Bernard Farkas and Beverly Stehle. Chairman Jantzen asked all Commissioners present to spend 5-6 minutes sharing about themselves in order for all to get to know each other better. C. Review of the Purpose and Bylaws of the Georgetown Commission on Aging — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Chairman Jantzen introduced the Ordinance and the Bylaws of the Georgetown Commission on Aging and asked each Commissioner to become familiar with each. D. Review of the Attendance Policy — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Chairman Jantzen reviewed the attendance policy for the Georgetown Commission on Aging. Chairman Jantzen asked all Commissioners to abide by this policy and to notify Linda when an absence is unavoidable. E. Consideration and possible action to approve the minutes of the meeting held on February 20, 2017. The Board approved the February 20, 2017 minutes by unanimous acclamation. Legislative Regular Agenda F. Nomination and Election of a Board Vice -Chair — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Tiffany Enos made a motion nominating Dan Bonner for the position of Commission Vice -Chair. Beverly Stehle moved to second the motion nominating Dan Bonner for the position of Commission Vice - Chair. Chairman Jantzen called for any additional nominations. Virginia Lazenby made a motion nominating Ginny Hahn for the position of Commission Vice -Chair. Bernard Farkas moved to Commission on Aging March 20, 2017 second the motion nominating Ginny Hahn for the position of Commission Vice -Chair. Chairman Jantzen called for any additional nominations. There were none. The Board was in agreement to vote by show of hands. Chairman Jantzen called for a show of hands for those voting for Dan Bonner. There were 2 (yes) hands raised. Chairman Jantzen called for a show of hands for those voting for Ginny Hahn. There were 5 (yes) hands raised. Chairman Jantzen announced Ginny Hahn elected as the Vice -Chair. G. Nomination and Election of a Board Secretary — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Chairman Jantzen called for nominations for the position of Commission Secretary. Tiffany Enos volunteered to serve as Secretary for the position of Commission Secretary. Chairman Jantzen called for any additional nominations. There were none. The Board approved Tiffany Enos as Secretary by unanimous acclamation. (7-0) H. Presentation and discussion of ideas for priority needs of senior residents living in the City of Georgetown — Steve Fought, Georgetown City Council, District 4. Chairman Jantzen introduced Steve Fought. Councilman Fought shared the following as his areas of interest for the senior residents of Georgetown: aging in place, bus systems, Meals on Wheels, Silver Shields, Take Me Home, visiting nurses, ADA, healthcare, assisted living (all forms), and Hospice. Councilman Fought is concerned that Georgetown does not have a "physical" Hospice presence within the City of Georgetown. He envisions a center similar to Christopher House of Austin. Councilman Fought stated that Georgetown's senior population should continue to grow as rapidly as any other age segment. He expressed that by the time Sun City is built out, it alone will constitute some 18,000 residents of an estimated population of 80,000 in Georgetown. Councilman Fought feels that the Commission on Aging should become vitally involved by being the voice of the City as it relates to senior issues, initiating suggestions to Council on improvements needed. For instance, Councilman Fought cited the antiquated `curbs' in numerous downtown locations as an example for need for solutions and he invited the Commission to offer suggestions. Councilman Fought also indicated that in recent months City Council had acted on things that they should have asked the opinion of the Commission before moving ahead. He shared that he plans to be more cognizant of utilizing the Commission's presence to assist City Council. I. Presentation and discussion regarding how the Senior Resource Guide provides available lifestyle resources for active aging adults, caregivers and elder care professionals — Karyn Dean, President, SRG Services, Inc. Ms. Dean explained how over twenty years ago she became an eldercare advocate due to the caregiving she was giving to her grandmother, and it was through that experience that the Senior Resource Guide came into being. The Senior Resource Guide is a publication that provides a comprehensive collection of resources for the benefit of the community, especially older adults and the caregivers and professionals working to serve them. The Board will be reviewing their copy of the Senior Resource Guide and contact Ms. Dean with additional agencies in Georgetown that could possibly be incorporated into the Senior Resource Guide. J. Discussion and approval of future meeting times, dates and location — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. The Commission discussed various meeting dates and times. Chairman Jantzen asked for a show of hands of who could not meet, during the day because of work commitments. Six Commissioners raised their hands. Chairman Jantzen asked for a show of hands of who would prefer to meet during the day. One Commissioner raised their hand. The Commission will continue meeting on the third Monday of each month, 6:00-8:00 p.m., at the Public Safety Facility, 3500 DB Woods Road. Commission on Aging March 20, 2017 K Explanation of the Priority Initiatives: Communication, Transportation, Dental Care, Affordable Housing, Mental Health and new Commission members choosing a Priority Initiative — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Chairman Jantzen gave a brief explanation of each Initiative. Chairman Jantzen asked the Commissioners, in light of Steve Fought's comments, to consider the Commissions' Priority Initiatives and come prepared to the April meeting to discuss the Commissions' course going forward as well as individual choice(s) of Initiative(s). L. Discussion of future agendas and priorities — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Continue discussions pertaining to the Priority Initiatives at the April meeting. Schedule a second Councilmember to speak at a future meeting. Adjournment The next Commission meeting will be Monday, April 17", at 6:00 p.m., at the Public Safety Facility, 3500 DB Wood Road, Georgetown, Texas. The meeting adjourned at 8:12 p.m. on a motion by Virginia Lazenby, seconded by Tiffany Enos, which the Board approved unanimously. Gene Jant en, Chairman Georgetown Commission on Aging Tiffany s, Secretary Georgetown Commission on Aging Commission on Aging March 20, 2017 Georgetown Commission on Aging Board Liaison Linda White Meeting Date/Time: 3rd Monday of each month at 6:00pm Office Specialist Meeting Location: Public Safety Operations & Training Center (512) 930-3652 3500 DB Wood Road, Georgetown Linda. W hite(a)georgetown.org Support Staff Term Length: 2 years John Sullivan Max Terms: 2 full terms Fire Chief (512) 930-3473 Notes: John.Suilivan(@Reorgetown.org Board Member Information Role/Criteria/Notes Total # of Seats: 9 # of Seats Filled: 9 # of Vacancies: 0 a Seat Notes None Annt Date Fyn Data Torm rhth ctmt AfF D..h Dan Bonner \T' Commissioner 3/17 2/19 2nd Full 3/15 2/17 1st Full Senior living other PIA Date 4/25/15 OMA Date 4/25/15 Ron Brandon Commissioner 3/17 2/18 1st Partial 2/23/17 2/23/17 2/23/17 2/23/17 Medical Profession, Senior living other Appt'd to fill vacancy left by William Dalton PIA Date 3/5/08 TOMA Date 2/12/08 Ethics Orientation 2/2017 Tiffany Enos Commissioner �� J • 3/16 2/18 1st Full (� I/ 2/24/16 3/18/16 2/24/16 2/24/16 Service provider, Caregiver Leeee"y" �� ��L�1�/ PIA Date 3/2/16 OMA Date 3/2/16 Ethics Orientation 2/2016 Bernard Farkas Commissioner 3/17 2/19 1st Full 2/23/17 2/23/17 2/23/17 2/23/17 service Provider to seniors, senior living in independent living or active adult community PIA Date OMA Date 2/25/06 2/25/06 Ethics Orientation 2/2017 Virginia Hahn Co iss oner 3/16 2/18 1st Full 3/14/16 3/14/16 3/14/16 2/25/15 V' PIA Date OMA Date 3/9/15 1 3/7/15 At -Home Ethics 3/10/16 Gene Jantzen 1 Chair 3/17 2/19 2nd Full 3/15 2/17 1st Full 2/23/17 2/23/17 2/23/17 2/23/17 e for Ivingin Independent Active Adult Community Appt'd Chair 3/16 PIA Date OMA Date 3/12/15 3/12/15 Ethics Orientation 2/2017 Virginia Lazenby Commissioner 3/16 2/18 1st Full 3/14/16 3/14/16 3/14/16 2/24/15 Business Community Member PIA Date 0MA Date 5/5/15 5/5/15 At -Home Ethics 2/28/16 (Valerie Nicholson ►/ Commissioner 3/16 2/18 1st Full 2/24/16 3/14/16 2/24/16 2/21/16 PIA Date OMA Date 3/2/17 3/2/17 Ethics Orientation 2/2016 Beverly Stehle Commissioner 3/17 2/19 1st Full 2123/17 2/23/17 2/23/17 2/23/17 Senior Living Other PIA Date OMA Date Ethics Orientation 2/2017 Notice of Meeting for the Georgetown Commission on Aging of the City of Georgetown March 20, 2017 at 6:00 PM at the Public Safety Facility, 3500 DB Woods Road, Georgetown, Texas 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 three (3) 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 B Introductions of current and newly appointed Board members — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair C Review of the Purpose and Bylaws of the Georgetown Commission on Aging — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair D Review of the Attendance Policy — 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. E Consideration and possible action to approve minutes of the meeting held on February 20, 2017 — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair Legislative Regular Agenda F Nomination and Election of a Board Vice -Chair — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair G Nomination and Election of a Board Secretary — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair H Presentation and discussion of ideas for priority needs of senior residents living in the City of Georgetown - Steve Fought, Georgetown City Council, District 4. I Presentation and discussion regarding how the Senior Resource Guide provides available lifestyle resources for active aging adults, caregivers and elder care professionals - Karyn Dean, President, SRG Services, Inc. J Discussion and approval of future meeting times, dates and location — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair K Explanation of the Priority Initiatives: Communication, Transportation, Dental Care, Affordable Housing, Mental Health and new Commission members choosing a Priority Initiative — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair Page 1 of 29 L 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 day of , 2017, at , and remained so posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting. Shelley Nowling, City Secretary Page 2 of 29 Notice of Meeting of the GEORGETOWN COMMISSION ON AGING City of Georgetown, Texas March 20, 2017 The Georgetown Commission on Aging will meet on Monday, March 20, 2017 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. 8'h 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 B. Introductions of current and newly appointed Board members — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair C. Review of the Purpose and Bylaws of the Georgetown Commission on Aging — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair D. Review of the Attendance Policy — 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. E. Consideration and possible action to approve minutes of the meeting held on February 20, 2017 — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair Legislative Regular Agenda The Board will individually consider and possibly take action on any or all of the following items: F. Nomination and Election of a Board Vice -Chair — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair G. Nomination and Election of a Board Secretary — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair H. Presentation and discussion of ideas for priority needs of senior residents living in the City of Georgetown - Steve Fought, Georgetown City Council, District 4. I. Presentation and discussion regarding how the Senior Resource Guide provides available lifestyle resources for active aging adults, caregivers and elder care professionals - Karyn Dean, President, SRG Services, Inc. J. Discussion and approval of future meeting times, dates and location — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair K. Explanation of the Priority Initiatives: Communication, Transportation, Dental Care, Affordable Housing, Mental Health and new Commission members choosing a Priority Initiative — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair L. 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 , 2017, at , and remained so posted for at least 72 hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting. Shelley Nowling, City Secretary Minutes of the Georgetown Commission on Aging City of Georgetown, Texas February 20, 2017 The City of Georgetown Commission on Aging met on February 20, 2017 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. Six Commission members were present, with Commission members Patricia Strickland and Tiffany Enos absent, thus constituting a quorum. Also present was 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 December 19, 2016 — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Donna Livingston moved to approve the minutes from the meeting held on December 19, 2016. Valerie Nicholson seconded the motion, which the Board approved unanimously. (6-0) Legislative Regular Agenda The Commission on Aging will individually consider and possible take action on any or all of the following items: C. Presentation and discussion regarding A Gift of Time -Adult Day Care — Josie Zamora, President, A Gift of Time -Adult Day Care. Carol Glasco, Secretary, Board of Directors, A Gift of Time, was also present. Ms. Zamora briefed the Board of the progress of A Gift of Time since their Board of Directors met with the Commission on Aging in October 2016. A Gift of Time is a non-profit organization specializing in caring for persons 60 years or older living with mild to moderate dementia. Their mission is to serve the Georgetown community's older adults by enriching the lives of their clients and their caregivers through adult day services, respite care, education and support. The Board of Directors has visited several adult day care facilities that include Round Rock and Houston; have been recognized by the State of Texas as a non-profit corporation; have the support of several community partners; have met with many community leaders; are a recipient of Steak Fry Group Charitable donation for December 2016; and have submitted an application 1023 form for 501 (c) 3 to the IRS and hoping to have a Commission on Aging February 20, 2017 response in April 2017. Ms. Zamora shared that the Board will continue to work on grant applications; use various avenues in order to help the community become aware of A Gift of Time; and formalize a Capital Campaign for a building. Ms. Zamora invited the Commission to attend an information session on March 3, 2017, 10-11:30 a.m., at the Georgetown Health Foundation Community Rooms. The Commission and Ms. Zamora agreed that the best role for the Commission in helping with A Gift of Time is to be informative throughout the community and make referrals to Ms. Zamora. D. Status report from each of the Priority Initiatives: Communication, Transportation, Dental Care, Affordable Housing, Mental Health — Board members. Transportation: Faith in Action has increased their number of drivers to 140 individuals. Reported that Sun City will be forthcoming with a Town Hall meeting pertaining to the various services available in Georgetown that are provided to seniors. Communications: Continuing to research ways to reach the goal of providing a resource guide that would be beneficial to seniors and their care givers. This would include how best to gather and formulate the data, then publicize the information. Keith Hutchinson, Public Communication Manager for the City of Georgetown, will be invited to a future Board meeting to discuss the possibility of making the resource guide available on the City's website. E. Discussion of future agendas and priorities — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Mr. Jantzen reported that Steve Fought, District 4 Council Member, has accepted the Commission's invitation to speak during the March 20, 2017 meeting. Tiffany Enos had previously arranged for Karyn Dean, President, SRG Services, Inc. to present at the March meeting. Chief John Sullivan shared that the Fire Department has recently hired Arlana Bryant as a Medical/Health Coordinator. Chief Sullivan will introduce Ms. Bryant at a future Commission meeting. Fire Chief Sullivan and Patrick Lloyd, Community Resources Coordinator, Library, could possibly give their quarterly reports at the April meeting. Donna Livingston shared that she did not re -apply to serve on the Commission on Aging. Patricia Strickland did not re -apply to serve on the Commission on Aging. The Commission on Aging had a vacant position due to the earlier resignation of William Dalton that was never filled; therefore, this position will also be filled beginning March 1, 2017. Adjournment The next Board meeting will be Monday, March 20, 2017, at 6:00 p.m., at the Public Safety Facility, 3500 DB Wood Road, Georgetown, Texas. The meeting adjourned at 7:53 p.m. on a motion by Dan Bonner, seconded by Donna Livingston, which the Board approved unanimously. (6-0) Gene Jantzen, Chairman Dan Bonner, Vice Chairman Georgetown Commission on Aging Georgetown Commission on Aging Commission on Aging February 20, 2017 Minutes of the Georgetown Commission on Aging City of Georgetown, Texas March 20, 2017 The City of Georgetown Commission on Aging met on March 20, 2017 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 81h 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 Chairman Gene Jantzen called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m. Six Board members were present, with Board members Dan Bonner, Valerie Nicholson, Ron Brandon absent, thus constituting a quorum. Also present was Support Staff Liaison Fire Chief John Sullivan. Staff Liaison Office Specialist Linda White was absent. Board member Ron Brandon and Staff Liaison Office Specialist Linda White arrived at approximately 7:00 p.m. due to an extreme traffic congestion situation that delayed arrival times. Seven Board members were then present with Dan Bonner and Valerie Nicholson absent. B. Introductions of current and newly appointed Board members — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. The Board welcomed three new Commission members: Ron Brandon, Bernard Farkas and Beverly Stehle. Chairman Jantzen asked all Commissioners present to spend 5-6 minutes sharing about themselves in order for all to get to know each other better. C. Review of the Purpose and Bylaws of the Georgetown Commission on Aging — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Chairman Jantzen introduced the Ordinance and the Bylaws of the Georgetown Commission on Aging and asked each Commissioner to become familiar with each. D. Review of the Attendance Policy — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Chairman Jantzen reviewed the attendance policy for the Georgetown Commission on Aging. Chairman Jantzen asked all Commissioners to abide by this policy and to notify Linda when an absence is unavoidable. E. Consideration and possible action to approve the minutes of the meeting held on February 20, 2017. The Board approved the February 20, 2017 minutes by unanimous acclamation. Legislative Regular Agenda F. Nomination and Election of a Board Vice -Chair — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Tiffany Enos made a motion nominating Dan Bonner for the position of Commission Vice -Chair. Beverly Stehle moved to second the motion nominating Dan Bonner for the position of Commission Vice - Chair. Chairman Jantzen called for any additional nominations. Virginia Lazenby made a motion nominating Ginny Hahn for the position of Commission Vice -Chair. Bernard Farkas moved to Commission on Aging March 20, 2017 second the motion nominating Ginny Hahn for the position of Commission Vice -Chair. Chairman Jantzen called for any additional nominations. There were none. The Board was in agreement to vote by show of hands. Chairman Jantzen called for a show of hands for those voting for Dan Bonner. There were 2 (yes) hands raised. Chairman Jantzen called for a show of hands for those voting for Ginny Hahn. There were 5 (yes) hands raised. Chairman Jantzen announced Ginny Hahn elected as the Vice -Chair. G. Nomination and Election of a Board Secretary — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Chairman Jantzen called for nominations for the position of Commission Secretary. Tiffany Enos volunteered to serve as Secretary for the position of Commission Secretary. Chairman Jantzen called for any additional nominations. There were none. The Board approved Tiffany Enos as Secretary by unanimous acclamation. (7-0) H. Presentation and discussion of ideas for priority needs of senior residents living in the City of Georgetown — Steve Fought, Georgetown City Council, District 4. Chairman Jantzen introduced Steve Fought. Councilman Fought shared the following as his areas of interest for the senior residents of Georgetown: aging in place, bus systems, Meals on Wheels, Silver Shields, Take Me Home, visiting nurses, ADA, healthcare, assisted living (all forms), and Hospice. Councilman Fought is concerned that Georgetown does not have a "physical" Hospice presence within the City of Georgetown. He envisions a center similar to Christopher House of Austin. Councilman Fought stated that Georgetown's senior population should continue to grow as rapidly as any other age segment. He expressed that by the time Sun City is built out, it alone will constitute some 18,000 residents of an estimated population of 80,000 in Georgetown. Councilman Fought feels that the Commission on Aging should become vitally involved by being the voice of the City as it relates to senior issues, initiating suggestions to Council on improvements needed. For instance, Councilman Fought cited the antiquated `curbs' in numerous downtown locations as an example for need for solutions and he invited the Commission to offer suggestions. Councilman Fought also indicated that in recent months City Council had acted on things that they should have asked the opinion of the Commission before moving ahead. He shared that he plans to be more cognizant of utilizing the Commission's presence to assist City Council. I. Presentation and discussion regarding how the Senior Resource Guide provides available lifestyle resources for active aging adults, caregivers and elder care professionals — Karyn Dean, President, SRG Services, Inc. Ms. Dean explained how over twenty years ago she became an eldercare advocate due to the caregiving she was giving to her grandmother, and it was through that experience that the Senior Resource Guide came into being. The Senior Resource Guide is a publication that provides a comprehensive collection of resources for the benefit of the community, especially older adults and the caregivers and professionals working to serve them. The Board will be reviewing their copy of the Senior Resource Guide and contact Ms. Dean with additional agencies in Georgetown that could possibly be incorporated into the Senior Resource Guide. J. Discussion and approval of future meeting times, dates and location — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. The Commission discussed various meeting dates and times. Chairman Jantzen asked for a show of hands of who could not meet, during the day because of work commitments. Six Commissioners raised their hands. Chairman Jantzen asked for a show of hands of who would prefer to meet during the day. One Commissioner raised their hand. The Commission will continue meeting on the third Monday of each month, 6:00-8:00 p.m., at the Public Safety Facility, 3500 DB Woods Road. Commission on Aging March 20, 2017 K. Explanation of the Priority Initiatives: Communication, Transportation, Dental Care, Affordable Housing, Mental Health and new Commission members choosing a Priority Initiative — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Chairman Jantzen gave a brief explanation of each Initiative. Chairman Jantzen asked the Commissioners, in light of Steve Fought's comments, to consider the Commissions' Priority Initiatives and come prepared to the April meeting to discuss the Commissions' course going forward as well as individual choice(s) of Initiative(s). L. Discussion of future agendas and priorities — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Continue discussions pertaining to the Priority Initiatives at the April meeting. Schedule a second Councilmember to speak at a future meeting. Adjournment The next Commission meeting will be Monday, April 17`h, at 6:00 p.m., at the Public Safety Facility, 3500 DB Wood Road, Georgetown, Texas. The meeting adjourned at 8:12 p.m. on a motion by Virginia Lazenby, seconded by Tiffany Enos, which the Board approved unanimously. S4iF Gene JaL an twGeorgeion on Aging Tiffany JU66, Secretary Georgetown Commission on Aging Commission on Aging March 20, 2017