2018-02-13 SAC MinutesCITY OF
SOUTHLAKE
Senior Advisory Commission Meeting:
February 13, 2018
LOCATION: Senior Activity Center
The Marq Southlake
Legacy II & III
285 Shady Oaks Drive
Southlake, Texas
Members Present: Chair Beverly Blake, Secretary Marge Kyle and SAC members Ed
Grondahl, Barbara Pappy, Esther Spickler and Kathryn Orler (Alt#1)
Commission Members Absent: Vice Chair MaryLee Alford, Natasha Siebach and David
Barnes (Alt#2)
Staff Members Present: Deputy Director of Community Services Candice Edmondson,
Assistant to City Manager Lauren LaNeave, Economic Development & Tourism Deputy
Director Daniel Cortez, Assistant to the Director Cassie Tucker, Hospitality & Sales Manager
Tiffany Irwin, and Senior Services Coordinator Soheila Mashat-Phelps
Guests: Brighton Greene, CARS Chairman; and former Senior Advisory Commission
members Charlie Boyd, Bernie McCauley and Lou Braun
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Beverly Blake called the meeting of the Senior Advisory Commission to
order at 1:02 p.m.
2. PUBLIC FORUM — Chair Beverly Blake opened Public Forum.
Lou Braun, former Senior Advisory Commission member, 106 Starling Court,
Southlake, talked about the development of the Senior Center and how it evolved
through the process. He recounted negotiations between City officials and SAC
members and acknowledged that the City has fulfilled their commitments regarding
the Center.
Mr. Braun also spoke about The Marq Southlake Champions Club membership fees
for residents and non-residents; a grandfather provision for long-time Senior Center
members; access to the indoor walking track and pool; and inquired about other
miscellaneous fees/charges associated with a Champions Club membership.
Charlie Boyd, former Senior Advisory Commission member, commented on feedback
he has received from seniors about fees and access to facilities at The Marq
City of Southlake Values.-
Integrity
alues:Integrity ♦ Innovation ♦ Accountability ♦ Commitment to Excellence ♦ Teamwork
Senior Advisory Commission
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Southlake Champions Club and asked for further discussion and a specific motion to
address concerns that may be relayed to City Council.
Bernice McCauley, former Senior Advisory Commission member, 900 Wild Wood,
Southlake, spoke about the design of the parking lot at The Marq Southlake. She
also recommended current Senior Center members be grandfathered in at no charge
and not be subject to the proposed fees for membership to The Marq Southlake
Champions Club.
Chair Blake acknowledged the comments and concerns expressed during Public
Forum and advised the issues would be discussed with City staff. There being no one
else to address the Commission, Public Forum was closed.
3. REPORTS
3A. METROPORT MEALS ON WHEELS
There was no report at this meeting. A copy of the 2017 cumulative MMOW report
was included in the meeting packet.
313. CALL A RIDE SOUTHLAKE
CARS Chairman Brighton Greene summarized the CARS report and responded to
questions from the Commission.
CARS provided 1,885 total trips during 2017, utilizing 24 volunteer drivers, driving
12,576 miles. The statistics represent an increase of 315 rides over last year's rides
and is the best ride volume CARS has had since 2013. During 2017, the highest ride
volume was for trips to the Southlake Senior Center and to other senior centers.
CARS is looking for opportunities to advertise CARS services and to recruit volunteer
drivers. A suggestion was made for CARS to make a presentation at the MMOW
luncheon. Another suggestion was to have brochures available at the Library.
3C. SOUTHLAKE SENIOR FUNDING, INC.
Southlake Senior Funding, Inc. representative Bernice McCauley presented the
report and was available to answer questions regarding SSFI activities.
SSFI is in the process of writing new bylaws. Members were encouraged to become
an SSFI member and sign up cards for the SSFI Kroger program were distributed.
SSFI sponsored many activities during 2017 including "Coloring for Adults" and field
trips to Reunion Tower, Dallas Museum of Art, Dallas Arboretum, Artisan Theatre,
Aquarium of Americas, Hot Springs and sponsored half of the MMOW Christmas
luncheon.
City of Southlake Values.-
Integrity
alues:Integrity ♦ Innovation ♦ Accountability ♦ Commitment to Excellence ♦ Teamwork
Senior Advisory Commission
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3D. CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
Assistant to the City Manager Lauren LaNeave presented the results of the bi-annual
Citizens Satisfaction Survey and responded to questions. It was noted that overall
satisfaction for senior services was ranked very high. The full Citizen Satisfaction
Survey report is available on the City's website at
www.cityofsouthlake.com/citizensurvey.
3E. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Economic Development & Tourism Deputy Director Daniel Cortez updated the
Commission on economic issues and development projects within the City and
responded to questions.
3F. COMMUNITY SERVICES
Hospitality & Sales Manager Tiffany Irwin presented the December Senior Activity
Center Membership Report and responded to questions.
Agenda Item 5A, SAC 1St Quarter Dashboard Report was considered at this time. See Item
5A below for SAC action.
3G. SENIOR SERVICES
Senior Services Coordinator Soheila Mashat-Phelps reported programs and
seminars have been well attended and to full capacity. Positive feedback has been
received regarding current services and classes. A satisfaction survey will be
distributed in March and members were encouraged to participate in the survey.
New personnel have been hired including a new Recreation Specialist and Bus
Driver.
4. CONSENT AGENDA Consent Agenda items are considered to be routine by the
Commission and are enacted with one motion.
4A. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FROM THE JANUARY 9, 2018 REGULAR
SENIOR ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING.
There were no corrections or changes presented for the January 9, 2018 meeting
minutes.
APPROVED
A motion was made to approve the minutes of January 9, 2018 meeting as
presented.
City of Southlake Values.-
Integrity
alues:Integrity ♦ Innovation ♦ Accountability ♦ Commitment to Excellence ♦ Teamwork
Senior Advisory Commission
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Motion:
Pappy
Second:
Spickler
Ayes:
Blake, Grondahl, Kyle, Pappy, Spickler, Orler (Alt#1)
Nays:
None
Abstention
None
Vote:
6-0
Motion passed.
5. CONSIDER
5A. APPROVE SENIOR ADVISORY COMMISSION 1ST QUARTER DASHBOARD
REPORT
The 1St Quarter SAC Dashboard report was presented for feedback and comments.
The Report will be inserted in the City Council meeting packets for the February 20,
2018 meeting.
APPROVED
A motion was made to approve the 1St Quarter SAC Report.
Motion: Kyle
Second: Grondahl
Ayes: Blake, Grondahl, Kyle, Pappy, Spickler, Orler (Alt#1)
Nays: None
Abstention None
Vote: 6-0
Motion passed.
6. DISCUSSION
6A. CHAMPIONS CLUB SENIOR MEMBERSHIP FEES AND PROGRAMS
Deputy Director of Community Services Candice Edmondson presented the
Champions Club senior membership fees and programs information and responded
to questions.
Prior to memberships going on sale later this summer, staff will present all of
Champions Club program offerings.
7. ADJOURNMENT
APPROVED
City of Southlake Values:
Integrity ♦ Innovation ♦ Accountability ♦ Commitment to Excellence ♦ Teamwork
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A motion was made to adjourn the meeting at 3:19 p.m.
Motion: Grondahl
Second: Spickler
Ayes: Blake, Grondahl, Kyle, Pappy, Spickler, Orler (Alt#1)
Nays: None
Abstention None
Vote: 6-0
Motion passed.
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Beverl Blake hair Community Services Department
A digital recording of this meeting is available by request in the Office of the City Secretary.
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Integrity ♦ Innovation ♦ Accountability ♦ Commitment to Excellence ♦ Teamwork
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SOUTHLAKE Senior Advisory Commission Sign -in Sheet
February 13, 2018 @ ipm
Senior Activity Center — The Marq Southlake
285 Shady Oaks Dr. - Southlake, TX
Ed Grondahl (Place 1)
MaryLee Alford (Place 2), Vice Chair
Natasha Siebach (Place 3)
Barbara Pappy (Place 4)
Esther Spickler (Place 5)
Beverly Blake (Place 6), Chairman
Margie Kyle (Place 7), Secretary
Kathryn Orler (Alt 1)
David Barnes (Alt 2)
STAFF
Candice Edmondson
Tiffany Irwin
Soheila Phelps
Kate Meacham
GUESTS (PLEASE PRINT)
Brighton Greene (CARS)
Erik Phelps (CARS)
Mary King (MMOW)
Lauren LaNeave
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