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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_COA_08.20.2018Minutes of the Georgetown Commission on Aging City of Georgetown, Texas August 20, 2018 The City of Georgetown Commission on Aging met on August 20, 2018 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 811 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 6:03 p.m. Seven Board members were present, with Dan Bonner and Beverly Stehle absent, thus constituting a quorum. Also present were Fire Chief John Sullivan, Staff Support to the Commission, and Linda White, Staff Liaison Office Specialist. Legislative Regular Agenda B. Consideration and possible action to approve minutes of the meeting held on July 16,2018— Gene 6,2018— Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Dennis Dalrymple moved to approve the minutes from the meeting held on July 16, 2018. Tiffany Enos seconded the motion, which the Board approved unanimously. (7-0) C. Presentation and discussion of the Merritt Heritage Senior Village — Marcia Lewis, Community Manager, Merritt Heritage Senior Communities. Ms. Lewis explained that this village is new construction for 62+ age community, residents who can live independently, and will open in January/February 2019. There are a total of 244 units; 122 units are tax credit affordable and 122 units are market rates. Ms. Lewis explained the various costs of the units, amenities that the village provides, and the application process. D. Presentation by Community Resources Coordinator at the Georgetown Public Library — Patrick Lloyd, City of Georgetown Community Resources Coordinator. Patrick gave an update on the social service needs of library patrons, local resource strengths, and areas for growth. Discussion occurred. E. Discussion and possible action on Georgetown Senior Expo — Virginia Lazenby, Commission on Aging. Virginia gave an update. Discussion occurred. F. Discussion and possible action for an Age -Friendly Community Designation for the City of Georgetown — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Gene shared he is researching materials published regarding Age -Friendly Community Designation. Discussion occurred. The Commission and Chief Commission on Aging August 20, 2018 Sullivan were in agreement to invite an AARP representative to speak to the Commission to explain what all this program entails, and what steps need to be taken to make this happen here in Georgetown. G. Discussion and possible action of Priority Initiatives: Communication, Transportation, Affordable Dental Care, Affordable Housing, Mental Health, Legal Aid — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Communications — Tiffany Enos asked Patrick to research the possibility of a section on the Library website to be created for Senior Services information. Transportation — Dennis Dalrymple shared that Faith in Action is hosting their first Tailgate Trot which is a 1 -mile run/walk 5K event, to be held on October 20", at The Oaks at San Gabriel. All proceeds benefit Faith in Action. Ginny Hahn shared that she had met with Nat Waggoner who is with the city's planning department, and that they discussed the city's partnership with Lyft in providing transportation throughout the city. Mr. Waggoner and Susan Watkins will be on the September agenda to discuss housing for seniors in Georgetown, and the Commission can inquire about the Lyft program at that time. H. Discussion of future agendas and priorities — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Scheduled for the month of September are Josie Zamora with A Gift of Time and Nat Waggoner/Susan Watkins discussing senior housing. For the future, invite an AARP representative to explain the Age - Friendly Community Program. Adjournment The next Commission meeting will be Monday, September 17, 2018 at 6:00 p.m., at the Public Safety Facility, 3500 DB Wood Road, Georgetown, Texas. The meeting adjourned at 7:43 p.m. on a motion by Dennis Dalrymple, seconded by Tiffany Enos, which the Board approved unanimously. (7-0) Gen tzen, Chairman Georgetown Commission on Aging Tiffany W, Sec t Georgetown Commission on Aging Commission on Aging August 20, 2018 Minutes of the Georgetown Commission on Aging City of Georgetown, Texas August 20, 2018 The City of Georgetown Commission on Aging met on August 20, 2018 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 6:03 p.m. Seven Board members were present, with Dan Bonner and Beverly Stehle absent, thus constituting a quorum. Also present were Fire Chief John Sullivan, Staff Support to the Commission, and Linda White, Staff Liaison Office Specialist. Legislative Regular Agenda B. Consideration and possible action to approve minutes of the meeting held on July 16, 2018 — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Dennis Dalrymple moved to approve the minutes from the meeting held on July 16, 2018. Tiffany Enos seconded the motion, which the Board approved unanimously. (7-0) C. Presentation and discussion of the Merritt Heritage Senior Village — Marcia Lewis, Community Manager, Merritt Heritage Senior Communities. Ms. Lewis explained that this village is new construction for 62+ age community, residents who can live independently, and will open in January/February 2019. There are a total of 244 units; 122 units are tax credit affordable and 122 units are market rates. Ms. Lewis explained the various costs of the units, amenities that the village provides, and the application process. D. Presentation by Community Resources Coordinator at the Georgetown Public Library — Patrick Lloyd, City of Georgetown Community Resources Coordinator. Patrick gave an update on the social service needs of library patrons, local resource strengths, and areas for growth. Discussion occurred. E. Discussion and possible action on Georgetown Senior Expo — Virginia Lazenby, Commission on Aging. Virginia gave an update. Discussion occurred. F. Discussion and possible action for an Age -Friendly Community Designation for the City of Georgetown — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Gene shared he is researching materials published regarding Age -Friendly Community Designation. Discussion occurred. The Commission and Chief Commission on Aging August 20, 2018 Sullivan were in agreement to invite an AARP representative to speak to the Commission to explain what all this program entails, and what steps need to be taken to make this happen here in Georgetown. G. Discussion and possible action of Priority Initiatives: Communication, Transportation, Affordable Dental Care, Affordable Housing, Mental Health, Legal Aid — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Communications — Tiffany Enos asked Patrick to research the possibility of a section on the Library website to be created for Senior Services information. Transportation — Dennis Dalrymple shared that Faith in Action is hosting their first Tailgate Trot which is a 1-mile run/walk 5K event, to be held on October 201, at The Oaks at San Gabriel. All proceeds benefit Faith in Action. Ginny Hahn shared that she had met with Nat Waggoner` who is with the city's planning department, and that they discussed the city's partnership with Lyft in providing transportation throughout the city. Mr. Waggoner and Susan Watkins will be on the September agenda to discuss housing for seniors in Georgetown, and the Commission can inquire about the Lyft program at that time. H. Discussion of future agendas and priorities — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair. Scheduled for the month of September are Josie Zamora with A Gift of Time and Nat Waggoner/Susan Watkins discussing senior housing. For the future, invite an AARP' representative to explain the Age - Friendly Community Program. Adjournment The next Commission meeting will be Monday, September 17, 2018 at 6:00 p.m., at the Public Safety Facility, 3500 DB Wood Road, Georgetown, Texas. The meeting adjourned at 7:43 p.m. on a motion by Dennis Dalrymple, seconded by Tiffany Enos, which the Board approved unanimously. (7-0)' Gene Jantzen, Chairman Georgetown Commission on Aging Tiffany Enos, Secretary Georgetown Commission on Aging Commission on Aging August 20, 2018 Notice of Agenda Meeting of the GEORGETOWN COMMISSION ON AGING City of Georgetown, Texas August 20, 2018 The Georgetown Commission on Aging will meet on Monday, August 20, 2018 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 three (3) 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 Legislative Regular Agenda The Board will individually consider and possibly take action on any or all of the following items: B. Consideration and possible action to approve minutes of the meeting held on July 16, 2018 — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair C. Presentation and discussion of the Merritt Heritage Senior Communities — Marcia Lewis, Community Manager, Merritt Heritage Senior Communities D. Presentation by Community Resources Coordinator at the Georgetown Public Library on the social service needs of library patrons, local resource strengths, and areas for growth - Patrick Lloyd, City of Georgetown Community Resources Coordinator E. Discussion and possible action on Georgetown Senior Expo — Virginia Lazenby, Commission on Aging F. Discussion and possible action for an Age -Friendly Community Designation for the City of Georgetown - Gene Jantzen, Board Chair G. Discussion and possible action of Priority Initiatives - Communication, Transportation, Dental Care, Affordable Housing, Mental Health, Legal Aid — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair H. 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 Amended Agenda Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 81h Street, a place readily accessible to the general public at all times, on the day of , 2018, 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 August 20, 2018 at 6:00 PM at the Public Safety Facility, 3500 DB Wood 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 Legislative Regular Agenda B Consideration and possible action to approve minutes of the meeting held on July 16, 2018 — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair C Presentation and discussion of the Merritt Heritage Senior Communities — Marcia Lewis, Community Manager, Merritt Heritage Senior Communities D Presentation by Community Resources Coordinator at the Georgetown Public Library on the social service needs of library patrons, local resource strengths, and areas for growth - Patrick Lloyd, City of Georgetown Community Resources Coordinator E Discussion and possible action on Georgetown Senior Expo — Virginia Lazenby, Commission on Aging F Discussion and possible action for an Age -Friendly Community Designation for the City of Georgetown - Gene Jantzen, Board Chair G Discussion and possible action of Priority Initiatives - Communication, Transportation, Dental Care, Affordable Housing, Mental Health, Legal Aid — Gene Jantzen, Board Chair H 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 I (p day of K-U-(p U , 2018, at 1► : JM N Y\, and remained so posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting. Shelley Nowling, tary Page 1 of 13 Georgetown Commission on Aging Total # of Seats: # of Seats Filled: # of Vacancies: Board Liaison Linda White Meeting Date/fime: 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.White(a7georgetown.onz Seat Notes Support Staff Term Length: 2 years None John Sullivan Max Terms: 2 full terms Fire Chief (512) 930-3473 Notes: —--------___ _---_ _ John.Sullivan@georgetown.org Board Member Information Role/Criteria/Notes Appt Date Exp Date Term Oath Stmt Ethics Pub Dan Bonner t`/ Commissioner 3/1/2017 2/28/2019 2nd Full 3/1/2015 2/28/2017 1st Full 4/17/2017 4/17/2017 4/17/2017 4/17/2017 living other PIA Date 4/25/2015 OMA Date 4/25/2015 Sharon Covey Commissioner 3/1/2018 2/28/2020 1st Full 3/6/2018 3/6/2018 3/13/2018 3/6/2018 Senior Living Center PIA Date 3/13/2018 OMA Date 3/13/2018 Dennis Dalrymple Commissioner 3/1/2018 2/28/2020 1st Full 5/1/2017 2/28/2018 1st Partital 3/6/2018 3/6/2018 3/6/2018 3/6/2018 Service Provider to Seniors Appt'd to fill vacancy left by Valerie Nicholson (elected to Council) PIA Date 4/5/2018 OVA Date 4/5/2018 Tiffany Enos y Secretary 3/1/2018 2/28/2027 2nd Full 3/1/2016 2/28/2018 1st Full 3/6/2018 3/6/2018 4/11/2018 3/6/2018 Service provider, Caregiver Delaney PIA Date 3/2/2016 OMA Date 3/2/2016 Sandi Gordon Commissioner 7/10/2018 2/28/2019 1st Partial 7/16/2018 7/16/2018 7/16/2018 7/16/2018 ^'ice Prov der to Senors, Senior living in independent living or active adult community PIA Date OMA Date Virginia Hahn Mice Chair Senior Living Other 3/1/2018 2/28/2020 2nd Full 3/1/2016 2/28/2018 1st Full 3/6/2018 3/6/2018 3/6/2018 3/6/2018 PIA Date 3/9/2015 OMA Date 3/7/2015 GeneJantzen Chair 3/1/2017 2/28/2019 2nd Full 3/1/2015 2/28/2017 1st Full 2/23/2017 2/23/2017 2/23/2017 2/23/2017 Senior living in Independent Active Adult Community Appt'd Chair 3/16 :�3�/12/2015� te �3/12/2015 Virginia Lazenby Commissioner 3/1/2018 2/28/720 2nd Full 3/1/2016 2/28/2018 1st Full 3/6/2018 3/6/2018 3/6/2018 3/6/2018 Business Community Member PIA Date 5/5/2015 OVA Date 5/5/2015 Beverly Stehle _/ Commissioner 3/1/2017 2/28/2019 1st Full 2/23/2017 2/23/2017 2/23/2017 2/23/2017 Senior Living Other �:4�/12/201�7 ate �3/26/2017