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2004 Work Plan
OUTREACH
Hold or attend special meetings in the community with the express purpose of
introducing the Board, answering questions and hearing concerns of seniors and
groups/organizations with interest in senior issues.
Be available in the community through the use of information booths and participation in
events such as the Chili Cook -off, and others as appropriate.
ADVOCACY
Inform and be informed about issues concerning seniors. Provide evaluation and support
as appropriate and offer specific recommendations to the appropriate entities regarding
senior issues. The board will focus on the following issues:
• Become educated on City Plan and make recommendations specific to senior
activities and facilities.
• Be informed on issues relating to affordable housing and develop specific
recommendations.
• Take an active role in advocating for solutions to transportation issues as they
relate to seniors with an emphasis on bus service to the PVHS Harmony Campus.
• Advocate for senior center funding policies that ensure affordability to the center
for all seniors in the community. Support the Friends of the Senior Center in their
fundraising efforts.
COMMUNICATION
Monitor, report, support, and initiate media information that impacts seniors.
Encourage speakers to be present at Senior Advisory Board meetings to keep members
current on emerging issues.
Maintain existing liaison positions with senior agencies/organizations and establish new
relationships as appropriate.
Communicate effectively with City Council by establishing relationships with council
members, City Manager John Fishbach, and Mayor Ray Martinez. The board will also
attend council meetings when senior issues are being discussed.
Educate City Council on future needs of an aging community.
COORDINATION
Continue to be actively involved in recruiting applicants for new Senior Advisory Board
members.
Co -host, with Loveland Senior Advisory Board, the annual Bridging the Gap Senior
Network Luncheon, drawing together both public and private entities which provide
services to seniors.
Facilitate communication among senior agencies regarding transportation issues.