HomeMy WebLinkAboutSenior Advisory Board - Minutes - 04/10/1985MINUTES
Senior Citizen's Board
Fort Collins
4-10-85
Members Present
Lucy Tackle
Mildred Arnold
Yetta Rollin
Virginia Mohr -Callahan
Ruby Lynch
Dwight Saunders
Norman Wynn
Alternate Members Absent
Charlotte Golden
Members Absent
Barbara Kienholz
W.B. Kirkpatrick
Alternate Members Present
Paula Makowsky
Guests
Nancy Jackson
Kelly Ohlson
Because of Kelly Ohlson's visit, the agenda was changed so he
could discuss the following:
FUTURE PLANS/GOALS FOR THE SENIOR BOARD
Kelly discussed city government and how it relates to seniors.
He explained how much there was to be done, how the Senior Board
could advise the city council, what problems are of concern to
seniors. Kelly encourage more action from the board, explaining
that the city council wants to take a more active role in the
Senior Board.
Lucy asked how budget cutbacks might affect seniors. Kelly
explained that funds would not be cut back for about a year. At
that time, priorities will have to be reexamined. (Possible $1
million may be cut back in Fort Collins.)
Dwight asked where the combined city/county buildings were going
to be. Kelly said it is known a5 Block 31 and is in the 'Out of
Bounds' restaurant area. Kelly further explained the city's
long-term plan to combine the city/county offices into the same
area. Currently, the city of Fort Collins is concentrating on
obtaining all the property necessary. At the moment, no
construction is planned.
Shared Housing
The issues of Board and Care homes and shared housing were
discussed. Lucy asked if Kelly could anticipate how upcoming
1986 rules and regulations might affect Board and Care homes.
Kelly said there are local actions regarding legislation and
zoning that could be positive. Lucy suggested that the Senior
Board get involved in this possible B&C legislation. Kelly
reaffirmed the city council's interest in the Senior Board and
recommended that all city council members receive copies of the
board meeting minutes. Kelly also pledged his staff's support if
the Senior Board needs assistance.
Kelly suggested contacting Mike Powers in Personnel, 221-6500
regarding the Task Force on the Status of Women and
representation of senior citizens.
Kelly also suggested contacting Debbie Sagan in the city
manager's office for assistance.
Lucy asked why the county commissioners refused to consider
shifting priorities. Kelly explained it as a 'difference in
philosophies.'
Before leaving, Kelly distributed cards with his phone number and
encouraged anyone to call him.
HOME SHARING
Home sharing is considered a priority of the Senior Board.
Dwight discussed the First United Methodist Church's involvement
and interest in home sharing. Dwight asked for a list of names
and phone numbers he could give to his minister. Lucy will try
to locate the list.
Mildred explained the difference between a board and care home
and home sharing.
MICROPHONES AT MEETINGS 0
Norman Wynn volunteered to provide a microphone system for use at
the Senior Board meetings.
TRANSPORTATION
Mildred Arnold and Nancy Jackson gave an update on the
Transportation Development -Plan. It was approved. The source of
funding comes from the city and the state. Currently, nothing is
planned for rural transportation. The SAINT program is anxious
to expand outside the city limits. The city of Loveland is
interested in contributing funds for this effort.
MISCELLANEOUS
Virginia will make more copies of the mailing list and distribute
them at the May meeting. She will also send a sympathy card to
Charlotte Golden on behalf of the Senior Board.
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Lucy requested that Ed Chilcott be deleted from the mailing list
and that regular members and alternate members be designated on
the list.
Lucy will contact Suzanne regarding her work schedule and report
back to us in May. Lucy will also contact Suzanne regarding the
Coloradoan. Yetta and Mildred suggested that we put the Senior
Service Finder in the Triangle Review, the Greening Leaf, and the
Senior Voice.
Lucy passed around a card from Jim Roosevelt of the National
Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare.
SENIOR SERVICE FINDER
It was agreed to keep the March's schedule and check with Suzanne
regarding possible additions.
PETTY CASH FUND ESTABLISHED
Members contributed money toward the establishment of a petty
cash fund. Currently there is $6.34 in the fund.
SENIOR BOARD PRIORITIES FOR 1985/86
Transportation, Home Sharing, and Board and Care housing were
Mildred's priorities.
She expressed concern over low-cost housing in the downtown
area. She said that senior voices must be heard and encouraged
members to give constructive suggestions to the city council.
Ruby Lynch agreed that housing was a high priority.
Nancy Jackson reiterated the importance of cooperation between
the Senior Board and the Commission of Disability, especially
regarding the ramp and sidewalk project. She suggested a letter -
writing campaign to notify the City Street and Maintenance
Division of the.needs of seniors.
Mildred discussed her concerns over restoration of slate
sidewalks in the downtown area. These can be very slippery.
Norman Wynn volunteered to review the accommodations at the
Northern and Linden hotels as possible sites for low-incomng
housing. If these look promising, the Senior Board could
consider writing a proposal to the city council, encouraging
restoration of these hotels.
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Hank Brawn will discuss medical aid cuts concerning seniors at 1
p.m., Thursday, April 11, at the Northside Center.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 3:45 p.m.
Submitted by:
Virginia Mohr -Callahan
2401 Hawthorne Ct.
Fort Collins, CO 80524
221-3004 or 538-4247
Special Thanks to Paula Makowsky for her assistance in the
prepartion of these minutes.
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