Boards and Commissions Minutes

Heritage, Culture & the Arts Commission Meeting

Wednesday, April 17, 2002
Lakewood Cultural Center
Heritage Room

CALL TO ORDER
Donald Tallman called the meeting to order at 4:05 p.m.

ROLL CALL
Members present: Robert Zachman, Jan McConnell, Peg Reed, Jennifer Sylman, Barbara Tobiska, Cathy TeSlaa, Roberta Bhasin, Donald Tallman, Joan Howard, Zenat Shariff Belkin, Letitia Williams.

HCA Staff Members: Niña Johnson, Jim Olson, Elizabeth Nosek, Win Filipunas, Kim Kritz, Kris Anderson.

Absent: Randy Martinez, Dr. Matsushita

Council Members: Jackie Herbst, Barbara Martin

The public comment book was out and made available for public sign in.
Sign In: Geoff Wodell - Jefferson County Cultural Council
Carmen Cohn - Citizen
Lorna Fox - Citizen
John Fox - Citizen

Donald Tallman solicated public comment.

Geoff Wodell - co-chair for the Jefferson County Cultural Council
Wants to applaud the City of Lakewood for their wonderful projects especially Belmar Park. It is all to often that we in the cultural industry forget about something as wonderful as living museums. History is an intrical part of the culture that we are relating to today. The treasures that you have at the museum are magnificent. At least some of us really love what you're doing and what to congratulate you.

John Fox - Citizen of Lakewood
Wants to express a different point of view. He is concerned about the buildings being added to Belmar (Lakewood Heritage Center). He looks upon Belmar as open space. Little by little the open space land is being taken away with the development of The Commons and the tract of land behind Belmar Park with houses. So, little by little Belmar is being encroached upon by all kinds of buildings outside. Now we're adding buildings inside taking away open space. He questions whether the City knows what the citizens want to see inside Belmar Park. He has been trying to research on how decisions have been made regarding Belmar Park. The Master Plan does not express all the buildings. He would like to have moratorium on the addition of any buildings until we know where were going. John also stated that he feels the Master Plan is very weak.

Carmen Cohn - Citizen of Lakewood
She is agreement with John Fox. We need to preserve our open space at Belmar Park. She questions the fact that we are spending money on additional buildings but realizes that some of that is foundation money and private sources. The up keep of the park is in need of very important things. Some of the trails need to be restored. She would like the committee to consider the citizens who are not in agreement with adding buildings. When the petitions were signed many years ago for the acquisition of the park open space was envisioned.

Lorna Fox - Citizen of Lakewood
Is also in agreement also with John and Carmen. She questions additional buildings in the park. She would like for the City to slow down and take a look at alternatives for the park. Wild life at the park has greatly decreased in the last few years.

Donald Tallman stated that the commission is absolutely committed to making the City of Lakewood as cultural rich as a community as we possibly can. The Lakewood Heritage Center and the Amphitheater are two key components to that. The preservation of cultural history of this community affects us. What we have is a unique opportunity and unique experience reaching far beyond our just our own community. It is one of the treasures of the region. We as a citizen commission are committed to ensuring that the process and projects of the Master Plan be completed.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Minutes from March 20, 2002, were approved by unanimous vote.

Old Business

· Last month the commission talked about communication strategies. Who are our constituencies and how to communicate to these constituencies.

· Roberta Bhasin brought data that was generated from that meeting. The data was passed out to commissioners. She asked if there is anything you would like to add or delete please let Roberta know.

· Roberta Bhasin has volunteered to write the member's newsletter. Roberta passed out a preview of the upcoming newsletter. She would welcome any input. One suggestion is to change the Manager's Palette to become the Chairman's Palette.

· Roberta stated if this newsletter comes out in time it should include an invitation to the Open House and encourage people to come.

· Donald Tallman stated that as we begin the process of tweaking the structure of our commission. We are trying to get Barbara Neal to facilitate again. The next step is to develop a strategy and put a timeline to it. Roberta Bhasin stated that the draft should be ready within the next month and she will get it to Niña Johnson.

· Donald Tallman introduced and welcomed Jeana Capel-Jones as a new city employee in the Resource Development Division.

New Business

Donald Tallman spent time with the Mayor, City Council and Niña talking about Belmar Park. One of the issues that came up during these meetings was the importance of communication. Donald would like to propose that we develop an Open House in June. This would give us an opportunity to present the plan for the Heritage Center, processes and timelines. The Open House would be an information forum for the public.

Donald Tallman stated that the Mayor and City Council are very supportive of the Heritage Center, the Visitor Center and the development of the Master Plan and are very exciting with the prospect this brings to the City.

Roberta Bhasin stated that the idea of an Open House is exactly in line with the kind of communication the commission talked about at our last meeting. It is a very appropriate thing to be planned at this time.

Donald Tallman stated that a letter to the editor from the commission endorsing the Master Plan and the process would be a very powerful statement. This would be directed to the community in general.

Standing Committee Reports

Landmarks: Joan Howard met with Win Filipunas and went over the grant that was secured for rewriting the Landmarks Ordinance. Joan contacted her committee members to find out who still wanted to continue. Carol Minor and Dave Pike are still very interested. Win went to a class about tax incentives. Win is working on the application for Historic Preservation.

Public Arts: Jan McConnell meet with a potential committee member and is still looking for others. If anyone knows someone who might be interested please have them contact Jan. The committee discussed the recent sculpture acquisitions. Proceeding forward on the invitation for the Art on the Commons exhibit. Adopt a Sculpture Project, the Citywide accounting of all public art, Jan will be speaking to neighborhood association regarding this program. How to take care of what we already have.

Program: Niña stated that the staff was working through the contracts for 2002-2003. Programming is set for the summer concerts.

Friends: Did not meet.

Outreach & Opportunities: Jennifer Sylman stated that the committee's focus this past month was for seniors. Bob Zachman contacted Brighton Gardens and gave them an overview of HCA. Transportation may be an issue, but they do have a shuttle bus that could transport 12 seniors and 2 wheelchairs. Next goal would be to put together a list of senior homes and retirement homes within the City of Lakewood. They loved the Bravo with the great information about HCA programs.

Executive: Niña Johnson stated that the meeting was focused mostly on next month's retreat at the Graham House. We are looking at the structure of the commission. We want to take a look at the programmatic level, what areas need representations as committees. Before the next meeting please think about programmatic levels, how they're represented, how those interests are moved forward, from the public into the committee and where they end up in the overall program. We want to end up with committees that work. Will put together some open-ended questions for you to think about before the next meeting.

Staff:
· Win Filipunas went over to look at the O'Kane House-working on protecting the building. Looking at what's appropriate for the neighborhood, the park etc.
· The Valentine Diner is moving ahead, working on the final agreement. It will be moving from Aurora to the Quail Building. There, work on the underside will be done and then moved to the park in September of this year.
· The Marketing Coordinator job closed on Friday. Hope to fill this position by the first of May.
· The Visual Arts Specialist position is going to re-opened full time.
· Looking at the Visitor Center at the Heritage Center making sure it that it works as efficiently as possible.
· History Fair will be May 8 & 9. This will bring in about 1200 children with about 30 different demonstrators to the Heritage Center.
· Festival season starts in June.
· Cason Howell House is asking for $335.000 from the State Historical Fund Grant.
· Exhibits are now set into 2004. Jefferson County Middle School Art Show is up.

Donald Tallman asked for an open discussion to brainstorm about the upcoming Open House
· Open House concept/ 5 - 7 p.m.
· Provide clarity to the public
· Have a map of Belmar Park and the Heritage Center
· Have stations set up where commissioners could answer questions
· Dates: June 6 and June 20 (outdoor concert)
· Could use the Schoolhouse for June 20th
· Could use Lakewood Cultural Center for June 6th

· Use stations: Lakewood Heritage Center, Lakewood Cultural Center, Washington Heights
· Will need a fact sheet
· Comment box
· Commission members phone numbers
· Commissioners need address the issues of the citizens
· What role would the commissioners play at each station
· If you are interested in a specific area please let Donald know
· Staff will help
· How could we do the best job of informing
· Frequently asked questions

Materials to take:
· Volunteer info
· Membership info
· Sign up sheet

Press Release
· Looking at Lakewood
· Bravo
· Channel 8

Volunteers
· Hospitality - Peg Reed
Jennifer Sylman

The next meeting is scheduled:
Wednesday, May 15, 2002
Heritage Room
Lakewood Cultural Center

Heritage, Culture & the Arts Commission Meeting

Wednesday, May 15, 2002
Lakewood Cultural Center
Heritage Room

CALL TO ORDER
Donald Tallman called the meeting to order at 4:10 p.m.

ROLL CALL
Members present: Jan McConnell, Peg Reed, Jennifer Sylman, Barbara Tobiska, Cathy TeSlaa, Roberta Bhasin, Donald Tallman, Joan Howard, Dr. Matsushita

HCA Staff Members: Niña Johnson, Jim Olson, Elizabeth Nosek, Win Filipunas, Kim Kritz, Susan Martin.

Absent: Randy Martinez, Zenat Shariff Belkin, Letitia Williams, Bob Zachman

City Council: Barbara Martin

The public comment book was out and made available for public sign in.

Donald Tallman welcomed the Director of Community Resources, Kathy Hodgson. Commission members introduced themselves to Kathy Hodgson.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Minutes from April 17, 2002, were approved by unanimous yes vote.

Donald stated that a number of the commissioner terms expire on July 15, 2002. Donald updated commissioners on the process for re-application. All candidates will receive a packet and will be interviewed by a screening committee appointed by the Mayor.

Old Business

Open Houses

· The June 6th Open House will be at the Lakewood Cultural Center. The format will be in a station concept similar to the Planning Commission's Town Meetings.

· Commissioners will be located at each station and will be able to answer questions about specific topics. Stations would include: sign-in, program and tours, events and festivals, address specific LHC issues.

· The June 20th Open House will be held at the Lakewood Heritage Center and the format will be a walk-through. Commissioners will give tours of the area, this will be more interactive in terms of seeing the facility.

· Site plan will be available for the Open Houses and specific building information along with a map of Belmar Park. Included will be the evolution of the Master Plan for the park and a map of all Lakewood parks.

· Niña Johnson stated that staff is developing a "frequently asked questions" list with consent answers for Open House use.

Standing Committee Reports

Landmarks: Did not meet.

Public Arts: Jan McConnell stated the committee met with the Planning Dept. who gave a short presentation to promote dinosaur sculptures in the Lakewood community. The committee identified their choices for sculptures for the Art on the Commons Exhibit. These selections were presented to the commission for approval. The next step will be to City Council for final approval.

· Barbara Tobiska moved to accept the sculpture choices and forward to City Council for approval. Motion was second by Roberta Bhasin, motion was approved by unanimous yes vote.

Program: Viewed the new SCFD banner. The Summer in Lakewood HOT HOT HOT brochure was sent out.

Friends: Did not meet.

Outreach & Opportunities: Jennifer Sylman stated that the Volunteer Fair was a great success. Eight new volunteers signed up at the fair and four more since. The Volunteer Appreciation Dinner was a huge success. 240 Union donated the catered dinner, it was creative and delicious. King Soopers donated gift certificates, Paula Young and Jennifer shopped for food and made deli trays for the Lakewood High School Orchestra/Band who performed at the dinner. Pat Peterson won this years "Maxine Barnes Award". The Lakewood History Fair was a huge success with a total of 1200 children who participated.

Executive: Donald Tallman stated that the committee discussed the re-appointment process for term-ended commissioners and the upcoming Open House.

· Jennifer Sylman will be Chairman
· Jan Mc Connell with be 1st Vice-chair

The open position is for 2nd Vice-chair. Donald would like commissioners to submit their names to be considered for the open position to Cathy TeSlaa who will compile the names.

New Business

Roberta Bhasin reviewed the Strategic Communication Plan 2003-2005.

Roberta suggests staff prioritizes and organizes the action items and asks the commission for whatever help they need. Roberta will incorporate numbers from Niña and any comments from commissioners into the document with a final copy ready for the next meeting.

Roberta showed a draft copy of the Preview Newsletter similar to the HOT HOT HOT brochure.

Jan Mc Connell asked to add scholarships for the Lakewood citizens starting with the classes.

Donald and commissioners thanked Roberta for all her hard work on the Strategic Communication Plan.

Staff:
· Niña stated that Kathy Hodgson asked to convey her thanks to the commission for having her attend. She appreciates that the commission members are all willing to work at the Open Houses.
· The Valentine Diner is going before Aurora City Council next Monday night for the historic donation agreement bill of sale. The diner will move the 3rd week in July to the Quail Shops. Structural work will be done at this time.
· The Visitor Center is well under way with OZ Architect. Staff and OZ are working on the retail and ticketing/informational space in the building. Also, looking at the lighting for the building.
· Because of the draught issues this year the park will not be watered as it has in the past. The City will do the best they can with the amount of water we're allotted. Signage will be put out to let the public know of the situation.
· 10th Mountain Exhibit reception will be tomorrow night, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m., serving donuts and coffee.
· Old Glory Antique Fair July 14th and 15th at the Heritage Center.
· Niña announced that Kim Kritz has been promoted to Marketing Coordinator.

Barb Martin stated that tomorrow night starts Council in Your Corner on line from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. You can access this by computer at - www.lakewood.org.

Congratulations to Alli for the great job she's doing on Channel 8.

Adjornment at 5:30 p.m.

The next meeting is scheduled:
Wednesday, June 19, 2002
Graham House

MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF
LAKEWOOD LIQUOR AND FERMENTED MALT BEVERAGE
LICENSING AUTHORITY

January 24, 2002

Regular Meeting of the Lakewood Liquor and Fermented Malt Beverage Licensing Authority was held on this date in the City Council Chambers.

ITEM 1. CALL TO ORDER

Chairman Taake called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.

ITEM 2. ROLL CALL Fred Taake - presiding
Greg Buchanan
Dr. Diamond
Lisa Vanderhoof
David Weakly
Mark Wolfe

Also present: Paul Kennebeck, Deputy City Attorney
Laura Bock, Secretary

Full and timely notice of this meeting had been given and a quorum was present.

ITEM 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

December 13, 2001
December 27, 2001
January 10, 2002

Mr. Wolfe moved to approve the minutes of the regular meetings held December 13, 2001, December 27, 2001, and January 10, 2002, after a correction is made to the minutes of December 27, 2001. Item #3 of the December 27, 2001, had an incorrect address for Seven Eleven. The address should be changed from 9160 W. Colfax Ave. to 95 Sheridan Blvd. The motion was seconded and with those present voting Aye, THE MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED.

ITEM 4. SHOW CAUSE HEARING

3.2% Fermented Malt Beverage (Off Premise) License
7-Eleven, Inc., dba Seven Eleven #26137
95 Sheridan Blvd.

Deputy City Attorney Paul Kennebeck told the Authority a stipulation had been agreed to on this matter. The complaint issued was for the sale of alcohol to a minor and the licensee would admit to the violation. This is the third violation for this location but the City is not seeking revocation at this time.

Scott Holwick, registration #32009, appeared on behalf of the licensee. He said
7-Eleven, Inc. would admit to the violation.

Mr. Weakly moved to accept the stipulation between the Deputy City Attorney and
7-Eleven, Inc., dba Seven Eleven #26137 at 95 Sheridan Blvd. The motion was seconded and with those present voting Aye, THE MOTION TO ACCEPT THE STIPULATION CARRIED.

Major Wolday, 1200 S. Oneida St., Denver, store manager, appeared before the Authority and was sworn in.

Marie Pecos, 4924 S. Routt, Littleton, field consultant, appeared before the Authority and was sworn in.

Attorney Holwick said Seven Eleven, Inc. has their own training program and employees are required to pass it with a 100% grade. The training program takes two days to complete. Store clerks are trained to key in the birth date of any customer who appears to be under 40 years of age. The clerk who was ticketed for selling alcohol to a minor did an override of the system.

Ms. Pecos said employees who violate the store's policy regarding the sale of alcohol to minors are immediately terminated. Mystery shoppers are now used in all locations and this particular store has implemented a policy of checking the identification of all customers who purchase alcohol, regardless of their age.

The public portion of the hearing was closed. Mr. Wolfe moved that the following penalty be imposed: a 21-day suspension in addition to the seven days that were held in abeyance for the last violation for a total of 28 days. The suspension is to begin at 5:00 a.m. January 25, 2002, and end at 5:00 a.m. February 22, 2002. The motion was seconded and with present voting Aye, THE PENALTY MOTION CARRIED.

ITEM 5. NEW APPLICATION

3.2% Fermented Malt Beverage (Off Premise) License
Massey & Company, Inc., dba Mini Food Store #2
495 Sheridan Blvd.

Deputy City Attorney Paul Kennebeck told the Authority he had reviewed the application and felt everything was in order. He said the applicant must show the needs and desires of the neighborhood at this time.

Douglas Massey, 9159 S. Princeton St., Highlands Ranch, President, appeared before the Authority and was sworn in.

Secretary Laura Bock read an inventory of liquor-licensed establishments into the record. An inventory of the liquor-licenses premises within the neighborhood has been completed. There are one hotel & restaurant license, one retail liquor store license, one tavern license, zero beer and wine licenses, zero club licenses, zero brew pub licenses, zero liquor-licensed drug stores, and two 3.2% fermented malt beverage licenses located within the boundaries.

Mr. Massey testified he had placed the survey in the store and asked customers to sign it. He also walked around the neighborhood and asked people to sign his petition.

Mr. Massey said he has owned another 3.2% fermented malt beverage license since 1993 and a retail liquor store license since 1996. Neither of these locations have had alcohol violations. He has also attended the City's alcohol training class.

The public portion of the hearing was closed and Authority members discussed the application amongst themselves. Mr. Weakly moved to approve the 3.2% Fermented Malt Beverage (Off Premise) License of Massey & Company, Inc., dba Mini Food Store #2, 495 Sheridan Blvd. The motion was seconded and with those present voting Aye, THE MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED.

ITEM 6. NEW APPLICATION

Hotel & Restaurant License
Wallaby's Development Company, LLC, dba Wallaroos Fresh Grill
11353 W. Colfax Ave.

Secretary Laura Bock told the Authority the City Clerk had pulled this item from the agenda because of discrepancies on the survey petitions. I asked the Authority to continue the matter.

Mr. Wolfe excused himself from participating in this matter.

Mr. Buchanan moved to continue to a date certain of February 28, 2002, the application hearing for Wallaby's Development Company, LlC, dba Wallaroos Fresh Grill, 11353 W. Colfax Ave. The motion was seconded and with five members voting Aye, and one member abstaining, THE MOTION TO CONTINUE CARRIED.

ITEM 7. GENERAL BUSINESS

Issue complaint and order to show cause and set hearing for Denny's, Inc., dba Denny's Restaurant #1110.

Deputy City Attorney asked the Authority members to review the charges listed in the complaint and to find probable cause that a violation occurred beginning on or about August 20, 2001.

Mr. Wolfe moved to hold to a date certain of February 28, 2002, the complaint and order to show cause hearing for Denny's, Inc., dba Denny's Restaurant #1110 located at 565 Union Blvd. The motion was seconded and with those present voting Aye, THE MOTION TO ISSUE A COMPLAINT CARRIED.

Issue complaint and order to show cause and set hearing for Johmar Enterprises, Inc., dba Green Mountain Quality Bingo

Deputy City Attorney asked the Authority members to review the charges listed in the complaint and to find probable cause that a violation occurred on or about July 1, 2001.
Mr. Wolfe moved to hold to a date certain of February 28, 2002, the complaint and order to show cause hearing for Johmar Enterprises, Inc., dba Green Mountain Quality Bingo located at 12364 W. Alameda Pkwy. The motion was seconded and with those present voting Aye, THE MOTION TO ISSUE A COMPLAINT CARRIED.

ITEM 8. ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business to come before the Liquor Authority at this time, the meeting adjourned at 7:53 p.m.

Laura Bock, Secretary

MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF
LAKEWOOD LIQUOR AND FERMENTED MALT BEVERAGE
LICENSING AUTHORITY

February 28, 2002

Regular Meeting of the Lakewood Liquor and Fermented Malt Beverage Licensing Authority was held on this date in the City Council Chambers.

ITEM 1. CALL TO ORDER

Chairman Taake called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.

ITEM 2. ROLL CALL Fred Taake - presiding
Greg Buchanan
Dr. Diamond
Lisa Vanderhoof
David Weakly
Mark Wolfe

Also present: Paul Kennebeck, Deputy City Attorney
Laura Bock, Secretary

Full and timely notice of this meeting had been given and a quorum was present.

ITEM 3. NEW APPLICATION

Hotel & Restaurant License
Wallaby's Development Co., LLC, dba Wallaroos Fresh Grill
11353 W. Colfax Ave.

Deputy City Attorney Paul Kennebeck said his office had reviewed the application and as the file indicates, there were some initial problems with the petition surveys. This problem has been rectified by the submission of new surveys and all the paperwork is now in order.

Mr. Wolf asked to recuse himself because of prior business dealings with the applicant.

Mr. Kennebeck stated that Mr. Wolfe should leave the room if he wished to recuse himself. Mr. Wolfe promptly left for the remainder of the meeting.

Richard Alan Krammer, 768 E. 60 North, Orem, UT, appeared before the Authority and was sworn in.

Joseph Michael Heeb, 24994 Simmons Wy., Golden, CO, appeared before the Authority and was sworn in.

Secretary Laura Bock said an inventory of the liquor-licensed establishments within the neighborhood had been completed. There are nine hotel and restaurant licenses, three retail liquor store licenses, one tavern license, no beer and wine licenses, no club licenses, one brew pub license, one liquor-licensed drug store, and two 3.2 % fermented malt beverage licenses located within the boundaries.

Chairman Taake asked the applicant to explain to the Authority what troubles they had meeting the needs and desires portion of the application.

Mr. Krammer explained the application process he went through with the City Clerk's Office. He stated that he had hired a local manager, Timothy Fallon, who submitted signed petitions for establishing the needs and desires of the neighborhood. Mr. Krammer explained to the Authority that he received a certified letter from the City Clerk advising him of a problem with the petitions and that his application had been pulled from an earlier hearing date. He confronted Mr. Fallon with what he believed to be falsified petitions and physically took him to several of the addresses listed on the petitions in question. Mr. Fallon admitted to him that he signed the names on the petition and he immediately contacted the City Clerk's Office and the Police Department. Mr. Krammer testified that he immediately terminated Mr. Fallon and conducted a new survey of the neighborhood that has been approved by the City.

James Lancaster, 105 S. Garrison St., appeared before the Authority and was sworn in. He testified that he is the manager of the nearby Wendy's and thinks it's a good idea to have a restaurant with a liquor license in the neighborhood.

In response to questions from the Authority, Mr. Krammer said he has already sent his staff to the City's alcohol classes and will continue to do so. He told the members he has a porch area included in his diagram but is not sure yet if he will serve alcohol out there or not.

Mr. Weakly moved to approve the hotel & restaurant license application of Wallaby's Development Company, LLC, dba Wallaroos Fresh Grill, 11353 W. Colfax Ave. The motion was seconded, and with those present voting Aye, THE MOTION TO APPROVE CARRIED.

ITEM 4. GENERAL BUSINESS

Dismiss complaint for Breckenridge Acquisition Co., dba Pitchers, 146 Van Gordon St.

Deputy City Attorney told the Authority members that the City did not wish to proceed any further with the Show Cause Hearing for Pitchers and is seeking a dismissal. After reviewing the case, it appears that the evidence is not what the City initially thought it to be.

Karla Sarnacki, Detective with the Special Investigation's Unit, appeared before the Authority and was sworn in. She responded to questions from the Authority saying she had discussions with the City Attorney's Office about the ability to prove service on a visibly intoxicated person. She felt the Police Department did not have enough evidence to prove that Pitchers served a visibly intoxicated person. There was intoxication afterwards but again, no proof of intoxication at the time of alcohol service.

Mr. Buchanan moved to dismiss the complaint against Breckenridge Acquisition Co., dba Pitchers. The motion was seconded and with those present voting Aye, THE MOTION TO DISMISS CARRIED.

Secretary Laura Bock told the Authority that no meetings were scheduled for the month of March.

Chairman Taake asked staff to discuss visible signs of intoxication at a future study session.

ITEM 5. ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business to come before the Liquor Authority at this time, the meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m.

Laura Bock, Secretary

Lakewood Senior Citizens Advisory Commission
MINUTES
November 14, 2001

PRESENT: Jackie Campeau, Nina Else, JoAnn Furay, Barbara Kostner, Bob Lanky, Marjorie Thomson

CITY COUNCIL: Cheryl Wise

STAFF: Edie Richey

GUESTS: Diane Condiles, Family Programs Manager; Ann Heckenlively

The meeting was called to order at 4:00 p.m. by JoAnn Furay, Chairperson.

I. Approval of Minutes - JoAnn reviewed changes to the agenda. Introductions were made. The minutes of the October 10 meeting were approved.

II. Announcements from the Chair

III. Speaker on affordable housing issues - Speaker not available, so the following presentation was substituted:

A. Diane Condiles reviewed the City's organization chart, then the historical organization charts for Housing and Family Services, showing changes from Fall 2000 to Winter 2001. Youth Employment will be completely cut. Affected agencies are exploring grant funds and might contract back with the city to provide services. Some discussion ensued regarding service cuts, if anyone is tracking who has lost services, how many are falling through the cracks. Cheryl suggested we need to write letters to the editor of The Sentinel.

B. Edie reviewed the organization chart for Older Adult Programs.

IV. Lakewood Commons Walking Project - Nina reported on the research this committee performed. Walt visited 3 locations. Walmart's inside perimeter is 350 paces, about 6 minutes, and walking would have to be done single-file because of the narrow aisles. The store manager has no objection to a group of walkers coming in as early as 7 a.m., when the doors open. He did voice some concern about the increase in traffic during the Christmas holidays. Super K-Mart, Colfax west of Kipling: The manager was not receptive because of boxes in the aisles. The inside perimeter is 520 paces, about 8.5 minutes, and the aisles are wider than Walmart. The store is open 24 hours. Soutwest Plaza: Mark and Karen in the management office were in approval of mallwalking, but said it would be best to wait until after November 18, when current renovation will be completed and the mall doors will be open before 9:00 a.m. The distance around the interior is 1.2 miles.

Ange visited the Jeffco YMCA on 20th Avenue. The banked track is 17 laps, or 1 mile. Cost would be a flat rate of $14 for 7 weeks. Roxie would need to know how many people would be participating, and how long they would be there. The Wheat Ridge Recreation Center, 4005 Kipling, has a banked track 10 laps, or 1 mile, long. An ID card is required; its cost is $3. The use cost is $4 for seniors 65 and older, and a punch card for 20 visits may be bought for $60. For the cost, the senior may use the center all day.

Nina visited the Green Mountain Recreation Center. The banked track is very narrow and is similar in length to those above, but is only reached by a climb of 19 stair steps. A $3 fee allows the person to use the facility all day, including weightlifting and other equipment, as well as the pool. A punch card to cover several visits is also available. They would ask that our walkers use the facility during off-peak hours. Nina also checked Lakewood thrift stores, whose aisles appear to be narrow as well as frequently crowded with shoppers. The Federal center has too many security restrictions allowing admission into buildings.

JoAnn visited Cub Food at City Center, whose managers were very receptive to the idea. She walked around the inside of the store twice and then up and down each aisle, which took 20 minutes. The aisles are wide.

The Commission decided it should advertise the availability of Cub Foods and Southwest Plaza for walkers. The Communication Committee will study the issue at its meeting on November 15 and present a proposal to the full Commission on if and how to advertise this information. Edie reminded that anything to be distributed to the public by the Commission needs to be approved by Kathy Cable, Public Information Officer. Edie will give her a heads-up that we are studying this topic.

Jackie distributed a draft information sheet about the Commission. Call her to give her feedback.

V. Transportation Committee Report - Bob distributed the Transportation Survey Report dated November 13, 2001. JoAnn has queried the City Clerk about our presenting this report at a City Council meeting. Such a presentation would reach more citizens. If our goal, however, is to create a dialog and come up with some solutions, presentation at a Study Session would be the way to go. Maybe a 3-minute sound bite for the public via Channel 8, then a more complete report for the Study Session, including the information we've received from speakers. Diane suggested presenting our information to DRCOG. Cheryl suggested sitting down in a one-on-one meeting with Carol Kesselman, "who has a deep-rooted interest in transportation issues." Bob responded that if he is needed, just call him.

VI. Communication Committee Report

Jackie reported that, based on the research provided, the Communication Committee will pull together an article for Looking at Lakewood regarding our findings on indoor walking.

We are still working on the fact sheet. We have made changes and will submit these changes to the city for approval. Jackie handed out copies with the changes to committee members and asked them to call her if they had input.

VII. Share Information from pertinent boards, committees, etc.

Channel 8 came to the Clements Wellness Fair and talked to Jean about the Commission and the transportation issues. JoAnn stated that we have had a couple of inquiries as a result of our contact information being on the STAR sheets we passed out at the Fair.

JoAnn announced that the officer positions are up for grabs. She and Nina are willing to continue in their current positions as Chair and Secretary, respectively, but welcome others. We do also have the Assistant Chair position open. Marjorie and Jackie will consider running for election. JoAnn needs to prepare the year-end report. The Communication Committee will discuss this task at its November 15 meeting.

Our December 12 meeting will be held in our usual location at the Mark Starr Center and will be a potluck. Visitors are welcome as usual.

Barbara mentioned the availability of the Foothills Carmody Center's pool programs for seniors.

Nina offered handouts from today's Denver TRIAD Conference, which she attended.

The meeting was adjourned at 5:56 p.m.

Nina Else, Secretary

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Lakewood Senior Citizens Advisory Commission
MINUTES
January 9, 2002

PRESENT: Jackie Campeau, Nina Else, JoAnn Furay, Walt Heidenfelder, Barbara Kostner, Jean Kyle, Bob Lanky, Marjorie Thomson

CITY COUNCIL: Debbie Koop

STAFF: Edie Richey

GUESTS: Diane Condiles, Family Programs Manager; Bill Lunsford, Development Manager, Lakewood Housing Authority; Donna Mullins, consultant

The meeting was called to order at 4:00 p.m. by JoAnn Furay, Chairperson.

I. Approval of Minutes, Announcements and Information - Debbie Koop was introduced as our new City Council liaison, and members of the Commission introduced themselves. Diane Condiles announced that she has resigned from the City, but no replacement has been named. The Commission said goodbye and wished Diane well. The minutes of the December 12, 2001 meeting were accepted as written. JoAnn announced the Martin Luther King breakfast celebration sponsored by the Cultural Diversity Commission, 7:30-9:30 January 21, Red Rocks Community College.
JoAnn went on the December 18 tour of Lakewood-owned housing stock. She commented that staff is very knowledgeable and the quality of the housing is very good, with a good appearance. There were about 9 people on the tour. Following is her report:

Lakewood has 1008 section 8 vouchers, 209 public housing units and a total of 1235 total subsidized units (including vouchers). The Lakewood Housing Authority manages 1421 units. The average household size is 3 people. Approximately one third of the people in Lakewood housing are over 62 years of age or are developmentally delayed.

Income limit for one person is $22,550 and for 2 people is $25,750. 90% of people are female head of household and only 9% of Lakewood housing are people on TANF. $15,198 is the average income for people in Lakewood Housing. Most of the people on the waiting list are families, but all senior housing units in the city have waiting lists.

There is a waiting list of 1045 families for public housing. There are 818 people who are on the waiting list for a Section 8 voucher. The City of Lakewood has no shelters. Family Tree and Jeffco Action Center have some small shelters.

Vance Terrace, senior housing, will be torn down. It has 50 units. It will be replaced by 70 units at 1575 Kipling. There will be walking paths and a community room. Lakewood will relocate and get Section 8 vouchers for all current residents. They can come back to the new construction, at no cost to them, if they are interested. They can move anywhere in the U.S. with their voucher.

Lakewood housing stock is very well maintained. Potential residents have screening criteria, which includes criminal background checks and income eligibility. Lakewood staff does a home visit where the tenant lives and there is a 7-page lease that a tenant must sign. They have a low incidence of crime in their units.

II. Bill Lunsford, Lakewood Housing: Discussing Senior Housing Issues (4:30-5:25)

Bill Lunsford, Development Manager, and Donna Mullins, consultant on the Cason Howell housing project, addressed the Commission regarding senior housing in general and Vance Terrace in particular. Bill works on new construction and acquisition, and works with nonprofit agencies, including Habitat for Humanity, to acquire affordable housing. Senior housing will be built on the Cason Howell Historic Site; they expect to break ground in late summer.

Vance Terrace, at 1555 Vance Street, is slated for demolition, likely in 2002. Negotiations are in progress to sell the property to Wal-Mart, but Wal-Mart hasn't signed on yet. The Housing Authority will find temporary quarters for the residents and then, if they wish, move them into the new construction at 1575 Kipling Street, the Cason Howell Historic Site. The Vance Terrace residents will get first chance at the new project. All moving expenses will be paid by Lakewood Housing Authority. The cost to them will be based on income; they will pay 30% of their income. Up to $28,000 income will qualify an individual for the housing. There will be 70 units, 63 of them one bedroom, 550 square feet, about the size of a Vance Terrace unit. There will be 3 stories and 2 elevators. In response to a question about accessibility, Bill stated that all units will be wheelchair-accessible, with 6 of them fully accessible (lower cabinets, etc.). The site is currently occupied by a 3,000-square-foot home built in the 1870's. The house will be rehabbed at a cost of about $400,000.

The new construction will include recreation facilities for this community and their friends and families. There is not enough parking space to open the facilities to the public. There will be a community garden project, a computer room, and arts and crafts room(s). This will be independent living. When the building is complete, there will be a support services room there, and David Appel from the Clements Center will be there part-time. There will be open patios and decks and lots of seating areas where people can congregate.

There is currently a waiting list of 300 people for Vance Terrace. The market rate rent for the new project right now is $700-750/month. Tenants have to qualify for Section 8, have no criminal record, have a good rental history. In response to a question, Bill stated that all Vance Terrace residents are guaranteed entry. The real challenge is the 1-1½ year gap between Vance's being torn down and the new building's being ready.

The Housing Authority has obtained enough benefits for tax credit incentives to make the project workable even without Section 8 availability and even without being contingent upon Wal-Mart's purchase. They expect about 50% of the tenants to be Section 8. Others can make up to 60% of the area's median income. The income restriction will be in place for 40 years.

Bill stated that it is difficult to find Lakewood property that is properly zoned to do a project like this one. Lakewood is built out. There is a waiting list of 2,000 for family housing.

In response to a question about security, Bill stated that there will be a full-time on-site manager, on duty 40 hours a week, not around the clock. Various security systems are under consideration, including a biometrics system for recognizing fingerprints.

As for support services, Bill stated that these kinds of communities do not do well without support services. A concierge concept is under consideration. Perhaps a group to come help with taxes, someone to help with medical insurance problems. As more time goes by, Bill would like to come back before the Commission with more details on the relocation plan and other information.

III. Communication Committee Report - Jackie Campeau reported

A) Jackie reported that the STAR sheet revision will be reviewed by Kathy Cable, Public Information Officer, and the result will be a good fact sheet to distribute wherever we go. After Kathy's comments, Jackie will bring the revision back to the full Commission for approval.

B) A proposed article for Looking at Lakewood about walking venues will be reviewed by Kathy Cable. Edie will check on the next publication deadline for Looking at Lakewood. Debbie suggested we consider submitting the article to neighborhood association newsletters, such as The Alameda Guide, published by the Alameda Gateway Community Association, which goes to people living in the Villa Italia vicinity. Debbie will give the address to Jackie. Edie will take responsibility for giving the proposed article to Kathy and asking her permission to send the finished article to other newsletters and neighborhood associations.

C) Proposed article on the new state homestead exemption: Applications are due in by July 15. Jackie will phone the county assessor and ask for their brochure and form, which should provide enough information to prepare the article.

D) Edie has asked for brochures published by other Boards and Commissions, but has not yet received any.

Councilwoman Debbie Koop has replaced Scat Scatterday on the Screening Committee which reviews applications for our Commission vacancies. Edie stated that she has received one application for our vacancies, but others may have been sent directly to the City Manager's Office. The City advertised for only two vacancies, then advertised for three after a third resignation was received. She thinks the advertisement was in The Sentinel, but NOT in Looking at Lakewood. Edie will check to see if the announcement was on Channel 8. Someone commented that vacancies for other City Boards and Commissions, but not ours, were indeed advertised in Looking at Lakewood. Debbie urged that we utilize neighborhood association newsletters, including to advertise Commission vacancies. Sally Pane, Planning Department, has a list of such associations.

Edie stated that she has asked, on behalf of the Commission, for clarification on the guidelines for use of the $5,000 allocated in the City budget to all the Boards and Commissions, but has not yet received an answer; she will follow up.

IV. Discussion of Older Coloradans Act and Commission's role with the Act

Colorado legislation allocating money under the Older Americans Act (OAA) has been only a one-year act for the last two years in a row. Jean noted that the state legislature is matching the federal allocation at only 5% and is keeping the bulk of it in the General Fund. There are 17 different Aging Americans Associations in the state; the Denver metro one is the Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG).

In this Commission's last two annual reports, we asked City Council to support efforts to convince the state to increase funding for the Older Coloradans Act. JoAnn addressed City Council at its December 3 study session and told them that our state is not supporting the Older Americans Act at a level that is acceptable and necessary. At that Council study session Mayor Burkholder asked for and received consensus from Council to direct the Commission to look into the Colorado legislative issues surrounding the OAA. At our December meeting we discussed contacting State Senator Deanna Hanna and State Representative Betty Boyd to visit our January meeting to give us information on the issue, and JoAnn was charged with that task. However, Joni Inman of the City subsequently told JoAnn, through Diane Condiles, that our Commission cannot have anyone come to our meetings if the Commission may become involved with generating or reacting to legislation, until a position statement has been developed by the Commission and approved by Joni Inman. Joni said she would develop and send guidelines on this/on whom we may have at our meetings. We have not yet received such guidelines. Ray Elliott is the Chair of the City's Legislation Committee. Edie will call Joni to follow up on these guidelines for the Legislation Committee and other Boards and Commissions.

JoAnn suggested we discuss this issue again. She reminded us that ours is an open meeting and we could invite anyone we wish to come to that open meeting, even if they were not on the agenda. Bob stated that bills to get $3 million authorized again this year under this Act have been introduced by House Majority Leader Lola Spradley and possibly Representative Alice Borodker. Senator Mary Ellen Epps may carry the bill when it reaches the Senate. JoAnn stated that after we get more information, we need to figure out whether we should make recommendations as a Commission to City Council regarding support of funding, or whether that should be done through the Legislation Committee. Jean reminded us that nothing prevents us from making individual calls to our legislators. Debbie will ask Joni if we as a group (that is, the Commission) can ask seniors to call their legislators regarding this funding.

Jean suggested that the Older Americans Coalition, a non-political organization, is familiar with the issue and could come to one of our meetings to educate us. Bob clarified that there are two issues: 1) to get the authorization by enacting another Older Coloradans Act; and 2) to get the money into the budget. Bob moved we invite representatives of the Senior Lobby, the Older Americans Coalition, or DRCOG to come talk to us about the process to obtain additional funding for seniors in Colorado. We will also let other people, including legislators, know about the meeting. This would be educational, not lobbying. Motion seconded and passed. Knowing about the issue will give us something to talk about in the monthly Town Meetings. JoAnn will prepare a flier for next month's meeting, advertising our topic of discussion.

Nina then discussed the volunteer application for the April conference on aging which we received at the December meeting. She had made some inquiries and obtained more information about the volunteer requirements and duties. She will e-mail the information to Barbara, Walt, Jackie and JoAnn as requested.

The meeting was adjourned at 6:10 p.m.

Nina Else, Secretary Approved on February 13, 2002

Lakewood Senior Citizens Advisory Commission
MINUTES
March 13, 2002

PRESENT: Jackie Campeau, Nina Else, JoAnn Furay, Walt Heidenfelder, Bob Lanky

CITY COUNCIL: Debbie Koop, Cheryl Wise

STAFF: Edie Richey

GUESTS: Kathy Cable, Public Information Officer and "Looking at Lakewood"Editor;
Tammie Fischer, Director, Housing and Family Services; Carole (Cay) Bettinghaus, Commission selectee; Roice Horning, Commission selectee [ Cay and Roice were sworn in on March 25.]

The meeting was called to order at 4:05 p.m. by JoAnn Furay, Chairperson.

I. Approval of February Minutes - Tabled until future meeting.

II. Communications Committee Report - Jackie Campeau reported that the committee wants advice on the best way to communicate, and is seriously considering publishing a brochure. Kathy Cable suggested that we may be looking at a promotional piece. This Commission's budget is $750 for this year. We could put together a piece that could be used a couple of years. The more colors used, the more expensive. We could have Al give us different quotes for different styles. The City print shop will design and print the brochure for us. We can give the information to be included to Kathy and Al for them to work with. We could use our existing fact sheet and add to it.

Cheryl suggested that it might not necessarily be an elaborate brochure, but a tri-fold document. Debbie suggested that we put referral information and phone numbers on the brochure that people would find helpful to refer to over and over, that they might stick to their refrigerators, not throw away. Perhaps a half-sheet on card stock would work.

Cay suggested that we include the following information: mission; meeting date, time and location; and that the public is welcome to attend meetings.

Debbie suggested we include city phone numbers to call and a statement such as, "Hang this on your refrigerator."

Jackie stated that of the 144,000 people in Lakewood, 22% are seniors, and that 15% of the seniors get the "Sentinel" newspaper, whose circulation is about 5,000. She asked how we can reach the senior population who cannot afford the Post, News, or Sentinel. Kathy asked about the circulation of the Senior Statesman, published by the Clements Center. Edie replied that 3,000 are printed each issue.

Cheryl stated that this group (the Commission) is very frustrated that we have a city paper to give information to the population, but we cannot get anything into it about seniors. Much of the information the Commission has to share would be of general interest to other than seniors

Kathy responded that the philosophy and purpose of "Looking at Lakewood" is to be a community vehicle for the whole city from City Council and City Staff. It reports city-wide events, new laws, human interest stories, neighborhood plans, safety tips and crime prevention, to name a few topics. It is geared to the entire community, and it tries to keep a balance. The article on walking was an excellent article. She did not receive the article until recently, but it should be published soon. The paper tries to have a photo on each page, because straight text is not eye-catching to the reader. Also, they will start putting the contents of the paper on the Lakewood city web site. Kathy stated that the direction she has been given is that no one gets a regular column except the mayor.

JoAnn stated that part of our mission is to get the word out about issues that are critical information items for seniors to know. Jackie gave the following examples from several the committee has discussed: information on the July 15 deadline for property tax exemption for seniors; update on the sewer tax and how long it will be in effect.

Kathy stated she also is looking for one-paragraph briefs to publish. The next issue will be mailed April 9, and households should receive it within 10 days. Also, the paper is limited to 8 pages, and circulation is about 70,000 households. JoAnn responded that some articles seem very long, and that she would prefer shorter articles so more topics could be covered. Also, large photos of such things as police cars seem to take up room that could be better used.

Walt moved that the Commission request City Council to direct "Looking at Lakewood" staff to use the paper as a venue to share appropriate information about senior issues. Motion passed.

Jackie moved that the Communications Committee work with Al Pinel, graphic designer for the City, on developing a design for a handout. Motion passed. Next Communications Committee will be April 4, 4:30, Cafe del Sol, 6th and Garrison.

Jackie stated that we would like to publicize notices of our monthly meetings in the "Sentinel" and other publications, and Kathy said that we do not need to run meeting notices by her. She will, however, be glad to look at other things for us. Cheryl stated that, in other words, in cases where the Commission is speaking for the City, the content should be run through Kathy. As for Channel 8, we should submit timely information to Dennice McGonnigal; Channel 8 can publicize information in a more timely fashion than can "Looking at Lakewood." Kathy also stated that the City is trying to get more people to use the City web site to obtain information. Also, if the Commission presents a City-sponsored event, she will issue a press release for us.

Cheryl relayed the Commission's previous discussion on the fact that some notices on Channel 8 are hard to read. Bob added that the background color makes the notices hard to read. Kathy responded that no one had ever given her that information, and that she would tell Dennice. Edie stated that she thinks the Channel 8 Bulletin Board needs 10 days notice of an event.

III. Report on "comments" section of the Transportation Survey (Barbara Kostner)

Tabled until a future meeting due to Barbara's absence. Barbara will present a collation of the narrative comments we received on the transportation surveys we conducted.

IV. Legislative Update/Report

A legislative subcommittee (Bob, Walt, and JoAnn) was established at the February meeting. Joni Inman and the City Legislative Committee requested that our Commission provide timely input to them on issues affecting seniors. A written review of several pending bills was given to Joni Inman and the Legislative Committee on February 26; a copy of this memo was distributed by JoAnn. In the future, these reports will include the titles of the bills addressed.

Cheryl suggested that we continue to send these reports to Ray Elliott, City Legislative Chair, and that we ask him for summaries of all bills under discussion by his committee. Debbie suggested we could ask to receive that information via email, which would be fastest. JoAnn stated that she will write a formal request to Ray and send copy to Michiel Von Feldt, City Manager's Office. She will ask that the committee solicit our opinions on future bills. She will convey the depth of the commitment of this group and how strongly we hope and expect to be routinely a part of the process. She will emphasize that our role is to represent seniors' viewpoint and the impact of legislation on seniors. The Legislative Committee meets at 7:30 every Thursday morning in the City Manager's Office.

V. Discussion of Annual Report

Nina distributed draft copies of the Annual Report and asked that any comments or suggestions be provided to her by March 20, one week away. She will then re-do the report and send it out ahead of the next meeting. We should be able to approve it at our next meeting, and then work with Al Pinel on making the format attractive.

VI. Set date for retreat/planning day

We decided we need a four-hour meeting to get to know each other and to plan the rest of the year. The retreat was set for our next regular meeting date, April 10, at JoAnn's home from 2:00 to 6:00. Come earlier if possible, in order to spend more time getting acquainted better. This will end with a potluck dinner. JoAnn will send out directions to her home. The Executive Committee will meet ahead of time to plan the retreat agenda.

VII. Information sharing and updates

Edie distributed the new directory for the Commission. She gave out a flier on the Jeffco Action Center, showing their new address.

Nina announced that Cheryl will be a speaker at the Regional Training Program May 9-10 hosted by Federally Employed Women, which Nina is spearheading.

JoAnn announced that Marjorie Thomson has resigned from the Commission, bringing our vacancies to two, excluding the two positions to which Cay and Roice will be appointed on March 25.

Debbie announced that Citizens for Lakewood's Future is featuring a slogan contest with a $1,000 prize for a winning slogan for Lakewood.

JoAnn attended a Listening Session for the Older American Act, at which Josephina Carbonell and Tommy Thompson, U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services, spoke. Her notes are attached to these minutes.

The meeting was adjourned at 6:00 p.m.

Nina Else, Secretary

Lakewood Senior Citizens Advisory Commission
ANNUAL RETREAT MINUTES
April 10, 2002

Those in attendance:

Commissioners: Cay Bettinghaus, Jackie Campeau, Nina Else, JoAnn Furay, Walt Heidenfelder, Roice Horning, Barbara Kostner, and Jean Kyle Absent: Bob Lanky
City Council: Jackie Herbst, Debbie Koop and Cheryl Wise
City Staff: Tami Fischer, Director of Housing and Family Services
Facilitator: Clarene Shelley, Police Division Chief

I. Discussion of the roles of Commissioners, Staff and Councilors

A. Role of Commissioner

Advocate for senior citizens in Lakewood
Educate and share information with Council and all citizens about senior citizen issues
Communication (two way) about senior citizen issues
Fact finders about senior citizen issues
Advisors to Council/Staff/Citizens (both ways) about senior citizen issues
Implementation/facilitation about senior citizen solutions
Identification of issues about senior citizens
Problem solvers (global)
Advisors instead of decision makers

At this time the following administrative/clerical duties will be handled by the chair and secretary. If future members are not able to handle these responsibilities, this will be discussed and remedied with staff:

Chair will send out agendas via e-mail

Secretary will take minutes, send out a draft of the minutes and send finalized minutes, which have been approved by the commission via e-mail to Commissioners and the City Manager's office (Tami will get contact name)

B. Role of Staff

Provide Information regarding older adult issues
Communication support
Administrative (clerical, possibly at a later time, if needed)
Advisors to commission
Implement policies of the city and of the commission
Liaison with other departments, boards and commissions with LSCAC
Advise about senior citizen issues with all departments and all boards and commissions
Clerical/Administrative

Staff will send the finalized version of minutes to the City Manager's office for appropriate distribution

Staff will send agenda, draft of minutes and finalized and approved minutes to Commissioners only if commissioners do NOT have e-mail.

C. Role of City Council and its Liaisons

Effectively communicate about senior issues and issues raised by the commission with elected officials:

Listen
Liaison to Council - Take the advice from the Commission to the entire Council
Council will provide leadership to the Commission and staff
Council will consider the Commission's recommendations when making policy
Council selects Commission members
Communication about senior issues goes both ways

II. Goals determined for 2002 and the first quarter of 2003

A. Inform and educate Lakewood residents about the quality of life issues of our senior (or aging or older adult?) population
B. Create an awareness that the Lakewood Senior Citizens Advisory Commission (LSCAC) is a voice for seniors
C. Communicate with elected officials and staff about the needs and issues of seniors (aging, older adults?)

III. Brainstorming Objectives¼. Without evaluation, agreement or timelines or political or economic sustainability

A. Participate with Council in meetings with RTD
B. Collaborate with other providers of senior services
C. Evaluate Legislation and give opinions to Council's Legislative Committee
D. Identify location for Oasis
E. Present LSCAC Annual Report to City Council (mandatory)
F. Build linkages to other Boards and Commissions
G. Provide phone number or contact information to Public about boards and commissions (isn't this completed?)
H. Obtain census data by age and location within the City of Lakewood
I. Obtain a broader sample base for the survey about senior transportation
J. Long term/long range needs of transportation issues of seniors
K. Learn about the long range/long term housing and quality of life issues for senior citizens, involved in the impact of the 13th Ave. corridor
L. Learn the types and locations of affordable housing for senior citizens in Lakewood, and the types of needed senior citizen housing which is not available or affordable in Lakewood
M. Create a clearinghouse for resources
N. Learn about resources that provide or enhance services for senior citizens
O. Do things to support current programs and services
P. Expand mailing list of Senior Statesman
Q. Make use of training opportunities to enhance commission effectiveness
R. Develop a relationship with the Police Dept. (Safety) regarding the safety of senior citizens
S. Develop and write articles about issues related to senior citizens for publications such as Looking at Lakewood
T. Create a job opportunity clearinghouse
U. Serve as a test group for new ideas for senior citizens
Civics 101
Integrated system (HFS)
V. Receive initial and on-going orientation about all City Departments
W. Learn more about all the media, which may be used for informing senior citizens and other citizens of Lakewood.

IV. Transportation Survey "comments" summary (Barbara will provide a more detailed summary at the May meeting)

A. Scheduling of current transportation not adequate for needs (events, evening/weekend service, outside of Lakewood, etc.)
B. Previously scheduled transportation suddenly not available
C. Non-availability of transportation in a short-time frame (emergency situation)
D. Lack of services for special needs (e.g. blind)
E. Lack of affordable transportation
F. Concern about the sewer tax
G. Concern about obtaining affordable housing for seniors

V. Procedure Implications

A. As stated in I.-A. and I.-B., dissemination of agendas and minutes will change for this year (2002). It may need to be revisited in 2003, after commission elections.
B. Commissioners need to determine the word we want to consistently use to describe the population we are serving/representing (senior, aging or older adult).
C. Commissioners can contact the City Managers office, the Legislative Committee and other City offices directly or with the knowledge of the chair and, then the chair and City Liaisons (Tami and Edie) should be copied on all correspondence.

VI. Next Steps

Chair will organize and distribute retreat information by April 30th.
The commission will refine information
The Commission will determine a time frame for Goals/ Objectives

Approved by LSCAC May 8, 2002 as April meeting minutes

Nina Else, Secretary

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