04-28-2008 SAMSenior Advisory Board Minutes
April 28, 2008
Present: John Lyman, June Lyman, Julie Jensen, Randy Bullert , Phyllis Birkholz, Louise
Jessen, Cliff Swanson
City Staff: September Jacobsen, Kathy Hemmah, John McRaith
Absent: Carrol Olson
I. The meeting was called to order at 10:05 a.m. by Chairman John Lyman
II. Secretary’s Report: The March minutes were examined. June made a motion to
approve and Randy seconded the motion. Motion was approved.
III. Treasurer’s Report: Randy reported a current balance of $6576.99. Revenue came
from cards ($67), Dance ($79), Angels ($20), Tax Donations ($120), and a memorial
donation ($100). Phyllis made a motion to approve the report and it was seconded by
Louise. Motion approved
IV. Old Business
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A.Tours- The Minnesota history tour on April 16 went well and eventually was
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sold out. The May tour heading to the Orange City tulip festival on May 28 is
sold out also. A group will be traveling to the Lakewood Cemetery and that
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still has a few openings. The July 8 river cruise is sold out. A mystery tour
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planned for August 19 is about to be advertised. Julie reported that we are
having some issues with the bus company but that we hope to work things out.
The history tour had a medical incident.While things turned out okay, Julie felt
that we should have contact information on participants in case of an
emergency. This could apply to all visitors to the Senior Center also.
B.Update on Programs- Kathy has been unavailable due to court duty. September
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reported that the Fellowship dinner will be moved to May 19. Various
programs are on hold until her return while other activities are still taking place.
With summer approaching, the Center is searching for pool concessions
volunteers. The book clubs are going great. The Senior Nutrition Program is
wondering about the possibility of advertising in the senior newsletter. The
volunteer luncheon was well attended and went off without any problems.
C.Popcorn Popper- The board heard about several options for a new popcorn
popper. After some discussion September was asked to run it by Kathy and
then make a purchase. The cost should be under $500.
V. New Business
A.Health Programs- Donna Whitcomb and Les Nelson were present and gave a
presentation about senior health and fitness. Donna, who works with Augustana
Retired Senior Volunteer Program, spoke about a grant from the health care
provider, Prime West. This grant is intended to assist seniors in staying healthy
and living in their own homes. As part of this grant the Senior Center will be
assisted in starting programs called Bone Builders and Stand Up and Be Strong.
In addition, Les Nelson spoke about his involvement in working as a liaison
between senior homeowners and contractors. He recommends different items
that would assist the elderly in their homes, such as grab bars or exercise
equipment, and then helps negotiate with contractors for installation
B.Dance Floor Screws- Randy noted that they have had some issues with screws
not being turned in all the way on the dance floor and causing a tripping hazard.
Joe is working on a solution to avoid the problem.
C.Star & Tribune Renewal- The Board approved purchasing the newspaper for
another year.
D.WII Virtual Gaming - September is interested in providing computerized games
that involve physical movement at the Senior Center. She is checking into the
possibilities of providing games like tennis and bowling which simulate the
actual game and require the same movements. The board felt that this would be
a great new activity.
E.Pool Table- September asked the board if they were interested in setting up the
pool table in an unoccupied room when the space became available. The board
felt that since the room would not be usable for anything else, it would be best
to just sell the table. John will check into putting it on E-Bay.
F.Sanitizer Dispenser in Activity Room- September felt that it would be a good
idea to put a dispenser in the activity room so that participants would have the
opportunity to clean up if necessary. The board agreed.
VI. Adjournment: Louise made a motion to adjourn at 11:14am with a second from Cliff.
The motion passed.
Next Meeting: Monday, May 19th at 10:00 a.m.
John McRaith, Secretary