2002-10-08
CITY OF SOUTHLAKE
SENIOR ADVISORY COMMISSION
October 8, 2002 - Senior Activity Center
MEMBERS AND ALTERNATES PRESENT: Jeane Alexander, David Baltimore, Cleta
Pierce, Diana Collins, Marge Kyle, Bill Kyle, Tom Furey, Connie Montague, Jerry Montague, Bill
Cosgrove.
MEMBERS AND ALTERNATES ABSENT: Linda Moore
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS AND GUESTS PRESENT:
Mary King, Executive Director, MMOW
Mary Bianci, MMOW Southlake Coordinator
STAFF PRESENT: Joanne Leek, Community Services Coordinator
Aaenda Item No. 1, Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 1:15 p.m.
Aaenda Item No. 2 Aooroval of the 09/10/02 Minutes:
Connie moved and Cleta seconded the motion to approve the minutes. They were approved
unanimously.
Agenda Item No. 3 Administrative Comments:
Joanne discussed the upcoming Harvest Festival, which will be October 25th here at the Center.
The Moore's had a conflict and will be out of town that weekend. The format will remain the
same with food, games, entertainment and loads of fun and surprises. The Seniors for Seniors
Club from Carroll High School will sponsor a "Get Acquainted Evening" at the Cafeteria in the
High School on Saturday, Nov. 2nd from 7 - The students will be providing an evening of
dessert, games, conversation and dancing for our seniors. This is the first social event of the year
for the Club. They hope to have a monthly get-together with our seniors for games, music, food
and fun.
It was reported that the City of Southlake is not able to sanction the purchase of a used vehicle
for the City due to warranty and service issues. Funding for a new bus will be substantially
greater, however SPDC could still be a source as well as the City. Further discussion was held
regarding the incorporation of the Southlake Seniors and obtaining the 501 (c) 3 status. Josh
Weiser had offered to open a special account under the CARS (Call A Ride of Southlake) tax
number. However, the Commission members attending felt this was not a viable option when
considering the many opportunities of having the Southlake Seniors become an incorporated, tax
exempt organization. David and Jerry volunteered to start the incorporation/501 processes.
Agenda Item No. 4 Southlake Senior Activities:
Tom reported on the many activities at the Center. Among the highlights were the trip to the
Zoo, the play in Denton, and the upcoming Breakfast Club speakers.
Agenda Item No. 5 Metroport Meals on Wheels VVITROW is
Mary King reported on the financials for the month and the third quarter. The financials look
good. The food quality and quality has been good as well. The prizes for Bingo in Southlake are
more upscale than the other centers. Mary Bianchi thanked everyone for their support during her
transition. Mary King thanked the Commission members for the help and support in obtaining
their grant request of $10,000 for the 02-03 fiscal year.
Agenda Item No. 6 Open Forum
Bill Kyle discussed the cell phone project. We have a good supply of donated phones at this time.
In addition, we still have a supply of the Mobile911 Devices from Brinks. Due to the article in the
paper we have received more phones. Bill is checking out other sources/organizations to see
about donating the extra phones.
David discussed the 211 service which should be up and running by November V in Tarrant
County. This service takes the place of First Call for Help. We will try to get a representative
from Area Agency on Aging to come to our next meeting to explain fully what this service
contains.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 1:50 PM.
J e Alexander, Chairpers
Attest avid t' i e-Chair
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