HomeMy WebLinkAbout1980-02-05 Bd Comm minutesMINUTES
IOWA CITY BOARD OF APPEALS
JANUARY 22, 1980 - 8:00 A. M.
ENGINEERING CONFERENCE ROOM
MEMBERS PRESENT: Buchan, Ormond, Franklin
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Siders, Shima
SUMMARY OF DISCUSSION AND ACTION TAKEN:
Secretary of the Board Siders called the meeting to order and the
roll call of the members was taken.
Secretary Siders opened the floor for nominations for chairman.
It was moved by Franklin and seconded by Ormond to nominate
Warren Buchan as Chairman of the Board. It was moved by Ormond
and seconded by Buchan to nominate Harold Franklin as Vice -
Chairman of the Board. The motions passed unanimously, 3/0.
Secretary Siders turned the remainder of the meeting over to
Chairman Buchan.
Siders presented the new library plan to the board members.
Chairman Buchan asked for consideration of an appeal from H. L. M.
on sections 3802(b)1 and 1710 of the Uniform Building Code re-
garding the new library building.
Alternate design of the library was discussed with H. L. M.
representatives, Art Koffron and Larry Slay, and the board
members.
Siders indicated that the UBC reads that twenty sq. ft. of opening
is needed for every fifty lineal ft. on at least two sides, and
this plan, as reviewed by him, is in compliance with the code with
the exception of two corners. This building could be in compliance
by designing diagonal walls instead of 900 walls which would allow
for an increase in the square footage. The plan was previously
approved by Larry Kinney of the Fire Department and would meet the
intent of the UBC.
It was moved by Ormond and seconded by Franklin that the design
be left as is. The motion passed unanimously, 3/0.
Discussion continued regarding the property line, landscaping, and
the location of the transformer.
It was moved by Ormond and seconded by Franklin that the transformer
opening be left as is. The motion passed unanimously, 3/0.
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IOWA CITY BOARD OF APPEALS
JANUARY 22, 1980 - 8:00 A. M.
ENGINEERING CONFERENCE ROOM
MEMBERS PRESENT: Buchan, Ormond, Franklin
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Siders, Shima
SUMMARY OF DISCUSSION AND ACTION TAKEN:
Secretary of the Board Siders called the meeting to order and the
roll call of the members was taken.
Secretary Siders opened the floor for nominations for chairman.
It was moved by Franklin and seconded by Ormond to nominate
Warren Buchan as Chairman of the Board. It was moved by Ormond
and seconded by Buchan to nominate Harold Franklin as Vice -
Chairman of the Board. The motions passed unanimously, 3/0.
Secretary Siders turned the remainder of the meeting over to
Chairman Buchan.
Siders presented the new library plan to the board members.
Chairman Buchan asked for consideration of an appeal from H. L. M.
on sections 3802(b)1 and 1710 of the Uniform Building Code re-
garding the new library building.
Alternate design of the library was discussed with H. L. M.
representatives, Art Koffron and Larry Slay, and the board
members.
Siders indicated that the UBC reads that twenty sq. ft. of opening
is needed for every fifty lineal ft. on at least two sides, and
this plan, as reviewed by him, is in compliance with the code with
the exception of two corners. This building could be in compliance
by designing diagonal walls instead of 900 walls which would allow
for an increase in the square footage. The plan was previously
approved by Larry Kinney of the Fire Department and would meet the
intent of the UBC.
It was moved by Ormond and seconded by Franklin that the design
be left as is. The motion passed unanimously, 3/0.
Discussion continued regarding the property line, landscaping, and
the location of the transformer.
It was moved by Ormond and seconded by Franklin that the transformer
opening be left as is. The motion passed unanimously, 3/0.
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Iowa City Board of Appeals
January 22, 1980
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Siders indicated a typographical error in the agenda on "E - Schedule
meetings for review of 1970 U.B.C."; this should be "1979 U.B.C."
Siders then attempted to schedule meetings for the review of the
1979 U.B.C. The board members agreed that the second and fourth
Thursday mornings (8:00 A. M. - 10:00 A. I� ) wrozimatelybe a csixemeett
lingslof two hours deach ers ltolupdatcatede the ecode.
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Board members commented that the code would need to be set up in the
terminology that is usually used and understood by the building
trades and architectural people which is readily acceptable to that
area.
Discussion followed with examples of possible code amendments.
Siders stated that copies of the meeting schedules would be for-
warded to the board members.
It was moved by Franklin and seconded by Ormond that this meeting
be adjourned.
Complete proceedings of this meeting are recorded on tape #80-1 (A).
Warren Buchan, Chairman, Board of Appeals
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Siders indicated a typographical error in the agenda on "E - Schedule
meetings for review of 1970 U.B.C."; this should be "1979 U.B.C."
Siders then attempted to schedule meetings for the review of the
1979 U.B.C. The board members agreed that the second and fourth
Thursday mornings (8:00 A. M. - 10:00 A. I� ) wrozimatelybe a csixemeett
lingslof two hours deach ers ltolupdatcatede the ecode.
d for app
Board members commented that the code would need to be set up in the
terminology that is usually used and understood by the building
trades and architectural people which is readily acceptable to that
area.
Discussion followed with examples of possible code amendments.
Siders stated that copies of the meeting schedules would be for-
warded to the board members.
It was moved by Franklin and seconded by Ormond that this meeting
be adjourned.
Complete proceedings of this meeting are recorded on tape #80-1 (A).
Warren Buchan, Chairman, Board of Appeals
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BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF PLUMBERS
January 24, 1980
MEMBERS PRESENT: Jay Burkett, Jim Mulford, Dr. Irvin
STAFF PRESENT: Mike Kucharzak, Glenn Siders, Ralph Taylor
OTHERS PRESENT: Eight Master and Journeyman Plumbers
Meeting called to order at 7:00 P. M. by Chairman Taylor.
Roll call and introduction of new members. All present.
Minutes of November 29, 1979 meeting approved.
After long and heated discussion, the Board voted unanimously to amend
the code to allow the "Oversize Horizontal Combination Drain and Vent"
for use on sinks and floor drains. The loop shall hook back into the
horizontal drain.
After short discussion, the Board voted unanimously to require an extra
2" vent be dropped into the basement on all new construction.
After another long and heated discussion the Board voted unanimously
to register Apprentices. It was moved to have no ratio between Journey-
man and Apprentices.
After short discussion the Board voted unanimously to amend the water
ordinance to allow use of existing 3/4" taps for water service replace-
ments.
After short discussion the Board voted unanimously to require nothing
smaller than 3" vent through the roof.
After lengthy discussion it was decided to table the requirement for
licensed plumbers on outside sewers and water. The staff was instructed
to prepare a text and report back to the Board.
Meeting adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
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BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF PLUMBERS
January 24, 1980
MEMBERS PRESENT: Jay Burkett, Jim Mulford, Dr. Irvin
STAFF PRESENT: Mike Kucharzak, Glenn Siders, Ralph Taylor
OTHERS PRESENT: Eight Master and Journeyman Plumbers
Meeting called to order at 7:00 P. M. by Chairman Taylor.
Roll call and introduction of new members. All present.
Minutes of November 29, 1979 meeting approved.
After long and heated discussion, the Board voted unanimously to amend
the code to allow the "Oversize Horizontal Combination Drain and Vent"
for use on sinks and floor drains. The loop shall hook back into the
horizontal drain.
After short discussion, the Board voted unanimously to require an extra
2" vent be dropped into the basement on all new construction.
After another long and heated discussion the Board voted unanimously
to register Apprentices. It was moved to have no ratio between Journey-
man and Apprentices.
After short discussion the Board voted unanimously to amend the water
ordinance to allow use of existing 3/4" taps for water service replace-
ments.
After short discussion the Board voted unanimously to require nothing
smaller than 3" vent through the roof.
After lengthy discussion it was decided to table the requirement for
licensed plumbers on outside sewers and water. The staff was instructed
to prepare a text and report back to the Board.
Meeting adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
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Members Absent:
IOWA CITY AIRPORT COMMISSION
SPECIAL MEETING
January 22, 1980
Airport Master Plan
Phipps, Embree, Redick, Bleckwenn
Saeugling
Staff Present: Zehr
Guest Present: Kimball Associates Representatives: Bob Baumgardner,
John Yarnish, Bill Reeves.
Charles Neuzll, Sue Young (KXIC)
Chairman Phipps opened the meeting at 7:35 p.m. by introducing the
representatives from Kimball Associates. Mr. Yarnish distributed a 4 -page
supplement to the Master Plan report, which had been Inadvertently ommitted,
consisting of a cost analysis chart and three scenarios addressing the noise
problem. He then discussed those pages briefly.
Zehr stated that the meeting had been called in order for the Commission to
make some decisions regarding the sequence of Phase 3 --what to Include and
exclude, and to then inform Kimball Associates of their requirements in a
letter. Yarnish said Kimball recommends that the extension of runway 6/24
be included in the Plan, and that its inclusion or exclusion will have a
significant Impact on many other aspects of the plan. Mr. Reeves added that
a list of priorities from the Commission is necessary at this time. The members
indicated that overlays and taxiways are probably of greatest priority.
Reeves said that classification of runways should be done now. It was pointed
out that Iowa City runways are twice as wide as required for general utility
runways, and 50 feet wider that needed for basic transport runways. The
Commission should decide now which kind they want so that a decision can be
made as to what to do with the extra width. These decisions will also affect
the width of any extensions which may be made in the future. Yarnish asked
the Commission to review the recommendations of Kimball at this time and to
accept or reject them, so that they can continue with the plan. Phipps and
Bleckwenn agreed that the extension of a runway should be included in the
plan, in order to keep the option open. Redick and Embree were opposed.
Baumgardner pointed out that the Master Plan must be subjected to a formal
public hearing, and that if the FAA does not approve It, it might still need
a second public hearing. Mr. Blum of the Iowa City Planning and Zoning
Commission pointed out that if the extension is not included in the plan now,
the Commission will probably not be able to protect the corridor from tall
structures.
Embree suggested that the Commission approve the Plan without the runway
extension, but designate a preferred runway so that an extension could be
` planned for later. This would help the Plan pass a public hearing and also
expedite the development of.1tems that are badly needed and mutually agreeable.
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Reeves explained that the FAA regards short term plans as 0 to 5 years,
intermediate plans as 5 to 10 years, and long range plans ase aerial easements 10 to 20 years.
Baumgardner said that good planning would be to obtain th
immediately,
Reeves explained that a transcript of the public hearing will be included
as part of the plan. The hearing should include testimony
that will be derived from the plan, as well as criticism. He
certain items of the as to the benefits
fora plan which are agreeable could be submitted Pointed
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approval at any time; they need not awalt the completion of the Master
Plan, Discussion indicated that the members would like to proceed with the
overlay of runway 17/35, the taxiway, and the segmented circle as soon as
Possible.
Mr. Blum suggested that runway 6/24 could be extended to make It as long
as 17/35 and designated as the preferred runway, thus discouraginc; use of
17/35 and helping to solve the noise problem. Discussion revealed interest in
this proposal. Bleckwenn moved to plan for extending runway 6/24 to re
equal r length to runway 17/35 and to study the possibility of designatbe
ing it
as a preferential Rnedick abstained second by Embree. Embree, Phipps and Bleckwenn
I voted aye,
Baumgardner then asked if the Commission Is In agreement that Kimball
Associates are finished with studying major alternatives and are free to proceed
With Phase 3. Redick questioned two
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were resigned, Embree stated that, in her sopinion, the plan Isestilltas d they
unacceptable as it ever was, but the Commission is going ahead with it as a
matter of expediency, Redick also
questioned
area figures submitted by Mr. Byers and th setin thecreport. between the
that the previous figures had been miscalculated. p Yarnish replied
Baumgardner then reviewed Kimball's billing to the Commission to date and
asked the Commission to pay, in accordance with the contract, Its share of
the bill, pending reimbursement from the FAA for the difference. The total
I bill to date is $33,520, less $500
$3,302 and Phipps moved that the Commissi n authorize theschairmanagret t pa
the
request Baumgardner said that Kimball willr advance reimbursement; submitanotherrbill for he ee- the remainder
I of the study of major alternatives.
Kimbal agreed to begin the application for the overlay of runway 17/35 when
they receive the payment, Kimball Associates representatives then left the
i meeting,
quesonMr. Blumwthetoreported
what oq estiuld ns posed to him some time ago. The first
extent the air orPople s housing abstracts Indicate what
their relationship was
1 no requirement for any such indicationHbut Iwhen d at tthe overalyshe presentlaretcomplis
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a statement about the fact that the property lies within the area Impacted by
the airport will become a requirement.
In response to the second question, Blum said it is the belief of the Planning
and Zoning staff and the legal staff that there Is not within the present
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ordinance a provision for regulating noise, except when It exists on private
property. There probably Is a general authority to regulate noise as It
exists as a nuisance. The burden of proof would be on the city to define
nuisance.
Zehr announced that a study of the bylaws revealed that a majority of a
quorum is a deciding vote, and the application for the noise abatement study
grant had been signed.
Bleckwenn moved for adjournment; second by Em bree; the meeting was
adjourned at Moo p.m.
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BROADBAND TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
TUESDAY, JANUARY 15, 1980 - 4:30 PM
CIVIC CENTER CONFERENCE ROOM
MEMBERS PRESENT:
MEMBERS ABSENT:
'. STAFF PRESENT:
OTHERS PRESENT:
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Madsen, Pepper, Eskin
Terry, Washburn
Shaffer, Tiffany, Scholten
Bill Newburn, Young Arts Synthesis Workshop; Eva Dahm and Karen
Kalergis from Hawkeye Cablevision
RECOMMENDATIONS TO CITY COUNCIL
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None
REQUESTS TO CITY MANAGER FOR INFORMATION AND STAFF ASSISTANCE
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Request Scholten and Shaffer to determine what changes in Hawkeye's general line up in
Council or Commission approval.
services offered need
#+ MATTERS PENDING COMMISSION -COUNCIL DISPOSITION
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o SUMMARY OF DISCUSSION AND FORMAL ACTION TAKEN
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ppointment February There is a BTC opening to be filled by City Council aare presented
and briefly
Drafts of
Access Channel Rules and Procedures and Access Funding Policies we4:30 in
discussed
conference spencel Room toBTC etinrev9ewas been the Access 1Ru1 so and Procedr on ur s9 and AccesstFunding
Manaer's9
{ Policies. The City and community 01
eGoals and Objectives lwerecapprovedas April l8 programming,190
! rules and channels is progressing. for an
is the correct system activation deadline. To site construction can start after January
{ 16 if no injunctions are filed in District Court. Hawkeye may need to apply
{ extension of the system activation deadline. Karen Kalergis was introduced as Hawkeye s
new Community Program Director.
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Meeting
called to order at 4:52 PM.
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Moved by Eskin, seconded by Madsen, to approve minutes. Minutes approved 3-0.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
The current term for BTC Commissioner Sandra Eskin is expiring. Appointment will be made by
Applications are being taken now. Special BTC meeting will be
City Council February 19. APP i
held January February
4:30 in the Civic Center Conference Room to discuss Access Rules and
Procedures as well as Access Funding Policies.
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DISCUSSION OF ORDINANCE REVISION CONCERNING BTC AUTHORITY
Scholten reported it may not be worth revising the ordinance for the approval procedure for
channel changes, service revisions or access equipment changes. Pepper asked Scholten and
Shaffer to check and see whether, and in what cases, Hawkeye can make substitutions or
changes in channels, services and equipment offerings.
DISCUSSION OF ACCESS RULES AND PROCEDURES
Shaffer presented draft of Access Rules and Procedures. Overall these rules seem to be
headed in the right direction. Basic questions were raised including whether and how to
create a Program Advisory Committee and what functions it might handle. Work sessions on
these rules will be held in the next two weeks. Citizen input is welcomed.
DISCUSSION OF ACCESS FUNDING POLICIES
Shaffer presented draft of these policies which concerned the allocation of the $5,000 per
year for two contiguous years offered by Hawkeye for access programming. Generally these
policies were considered a good start. A basic question as to when these funds should start
was raised. More specific questions will be dealt with in the work sessions in the next two
weeks. Input is invited from all concerned citizens.
REPORT FROM SPECIALIST
Shaffer reported progress in the development of all access channels with activities in
contacting, surveys, presentations, rules and programming ideas all in process. A grant to
the National Telecommunications Information Administration has been completed for
additional access equipment. A letter has been drafted to ATC to attempt to speed the
arrival of the access production equipment. BTC Goals and Objectives were unanimously
approved. Legal Department says April 18, 1980 is correct system activation deadline.
REPORT FROM HAWKEYE CABLEVISION
Dahm reported their office building will be done in February. Tower construction can start
after Janaury 16 if no appeals are filed with District Court. Hub site approval is pending
with the Board of Regents. A preconstruction meeting at the Ironman Inn February 22, 9:00
AM with utility companies and AEL should clarify future time lines. Daum mentioned because
of the FAA and tower site delay problems an extension may be asked for by Hawkeye. Karen
Kalergis was introduced as the new Community Programming Director for Hawkeye.
NEW BUSINESS
None
ADJOURN
Moved by Madsen, seconded by Eskin, to adjourn. Unanimously approved. Adjournment at 6:31
PM.
Respec fully submitted,
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CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
JANUARY 14, 1980
RECREATION CENTER, ROOM A
MEMBERS PRESENT: Anderson, Nusser, Orelup.
STAFF PRESENT: Higdon.
OTHERS PRESENT: Interviewees for promotion.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CITY COUNCIL:
Approval of certified list for the position of Fire Training Officer.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CITY MANAGER AND STAFF:
None.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CITY ATTORNEY:
None.
SUMMARY OF RELEVANT DISCUSSION:
Chairperson Bill Nusser presiding.
The Commission conducted oral interviews for the positions of Training
Officer, Battalion Chief and Captain in the Fire Department.
At 2:30 p.m. Orelup moved that in accordance with Chapter 28A.5, (1), (i)
of the Iowa Code, the Civil Service Commission hold a closed session to
discuss the professional competence and personnel records of individuals
interviewed today and who are under consideration for the promotional
lists. Anderson seconded.
Ayes Nays
X Anderson
X Nusser
X Orelup
3:05 p.m. Executive session closed. Commission convened in open meeting.
The Commission instructed Higdon to prepare a list for the position of
Training Officer for their signature.
Meeting adjourned.
Minutes prepared by June Higdon.
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CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
JANUARY 17, 1980
RECREATION CENTER, ROOM B
MEMBERS PRESENT: Anderson, Musser, Orelup.
STAFF PRESENT: Higdon.
OTHERS PRESENT: Interviewees for promotion.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CITY COUNCIL:
Approval of the certified lists for the positions of Lieutenant, Captain
and Battalion Chief in the Fire Department.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CITY MANAGER AND STAFF:
None.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CITY ATTORNEY:
None.
SUMMARY OF RELEVANT DISCUSSION:
Chairperson Bill Nusser presiding.
The Commission conducted oral interviews for the position of Lieutenant
in the Fire Department.
At 2:24 p.m. Orelup moved that in accordance with Chapter 28A5 (1) (i)
of the Iowa Code, the Civil Service Commission hold a closed session to
evaluate the professional competence and performance of individuals inter-
viewed today and who are under consideration for promotional lists.
Nusser seconded.
Ayes Nays
X Anderson
X Nusser
X Orelup
3;12 p.m. Executive session closed. Commission convened in open meeting.
After deliberation, the Commission instructed Higdon to prepare lists for
the positions of Battalion Chief, Captain and Lieutenant for their signa-
ture.
Meeting adjourned.
Minutes prepared by June Higdon.
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SENIOR CENTER COMMISSION
JANUARY 16, 1980 7:30 PM
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MEMBERS PRESENT: Carlton, Kattchee, Sando, Scott, Williams
MEMBERS ABSENT: Ambrisco, Summerwill
STAFF PRESENT: Berlin, Benz, Meisel �
I SUMMARY OF DISCUSSION
Chairperson Carlton brought the meeting to order. Sando moved and Scott
seconded a motion to adopt the minutes. Unanimously approved.
SENIOR CENTER BUDGET
Meisel reviewed the FY81 budget. Sando asked about accounting and
financial charges. Meisel stated that there is no specific charge for
this since it is assumed under the City's general budget. Williams
requested information about the proposed telephone system. The Senior
Center will have a separate number, different than the Civic Center main
number. This will allow calls to come directly to the Senior Center,
rather than be transferred from the Civic Center. It will also allow the
Senior Center to answer incoming calls for participating agencies when
they
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andpayaonthlyaserviceach chargecywill Staffingvforheir on thiswtypeloPotelephone
system was discussed. Cuts in the current budget do not permit the hiring
of a secretary. Berlin stated that the City's Word Processing unit would
assist with some of its secretarial help, and the staff will discuss the
possibility of a budget contribution with the County Board of Supervisors.
Sando stressed the importance of adequately staffing the secretarial
r position particularly in terms of responding to telephone calls.
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Kattchee asked that each budget item be reviewed. Meisel explained that
any planning -related cost is being funded from CDBG money. The staff's
planning, program coordination and community organization activities
during the next six months were briefly described.
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Books, magazines and newspapers were budgeted for two purposes: 1) to
I! keep the staff professionally updated in the field of aging; and 2) to
keep the elderly informed about topics on aging through practical, non-
technical books. The public library will cooperate by providing books at
I the Senior Center. The use of hardcover books must be supervised.
Magazine subscriptions are an additional cost.
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The tools and equipment category includes craft and recreational supplies
as well as hammers, shovels, etc.
The janitor and cleaning supplies will come from the City's janitorial
pool and central supply source, rather than being budgeted for and
supervised by the Senior Center. The original
$10,000 for these items has been el Tor budget allocation ()Iinated. A parLicuar janitor would bre
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assigned to the Senior Center, and would be available on a daily basis for
a particular number of hours. The $35 budgeted for health care services
can be eliminated since this item was to pay for an employment physical
for the janitor.
The amount budgeted for postage includes a monthly newsletter mailing to
the county's 7,000 elderly. The Senior Center will also apply for a non-
profit bulk mailing rate.
Travel expenses, registration, meals, etc. refers to staff development
and training costs which is covered by CDBG funds. Mileage funds from the
County for Outreach is still available, and not reflected in this budget.
Williams stressed that Outreach and contact with the elderly needs to be
maintained.
Sando moved and Williams seconded a motion that the Commission urge the
City to find resources to fund the secretarial position at the time that
the Senior Center opens. Unanimously approved. Williams also suggested
that the position could be supplemented with work study employees.
Williams moved and Sando seconded a motion that the Senior Center
Commission adopt the budget with the amendment to fund the secretarial
position. Four ayes, one abstention. Motion approved.
Williams stated that she and Scott had attended the architect's
Presentation of the plans to the City Council. She was pleased with the
statements of support and commitment which the project received from the
C i t.y Counc i 1.
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
Carlton reivewed the work of the Commission committee relative to
developing goals and objectives. Williams questioned whether including
"objectives" in this document made it too specific and task -oriented.
Most of the objectives in the first draft were removed and recommended for
inclusion in an operational handbook, since they were specific action
steps to implement goals. The remaining objectives are still fairly
generalized approaches to goal implementation. However it was
recommended that these items not be termed objectives. Kattchee requested
that sentence structure be simplified for easier reading. The Council of
Elders will have an opportunity to reivew the goals and objectives, and
make recommendations to the Commission prior to being forwarded to Lhr
City Council.
MEETING REGARDING COUNCIL ON AGING
Meisel announced a planned meeting in January with representatives of the
co -funders of the Council on Aging, the Senior Center Commission and the
Council on Aging Board and Director. The next meeting will focus on
fiscal and program planning and management by the Council on Aging, and
will try to promote a consensus view of expectations and accountability.
Berlin and Carlton expressed confidence that the meeting will produce
positive results.
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Meisel distributed a report on her visit to California senior centers.
5 She has gathered a great deal of information about senior center program
t development, operation and administration as a result of her site visits.
# In addition, she received a great deal of positive feedback from center
j directors relative to our local Senior Center planning efforts.
REPRESENTATIVES TO COUNCIL OF ELDERS
The Council of Elders has requested that a member of the Senior Center
Commission attend their montly meetings on a regular basis as a liaison
with their organization. This will facilitate communication and
interaction between the two groups. Carlton, Sando and Kattchee indicated
they are available to attend on a rotating basis.
There being no f rther business, the meeting was adjourned.
Thea Sando, Secretary
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