HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-06-09 Council on Aging SummaryKENAI COUNCIL ON AGING
REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 9, 2022 — 3:00 P.M.
KENAI SENIOR CENTER
CHAIR RACHAEL CRAIG, PRESIDING
MEETING SUMMARY
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Craig called the meeting to order at approximately 3:00 p.m.
a. Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Craig led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
b. Roll was confirmed as follows:
Members Present: R. Craig, R. Williams, C. Thornton, V. Geller, B. Modigh, F.
Kilfoyle, A. Heckert, J. Straughn
Members Absent:
A quorum was present.
Staff/Council Liaison: Senior Center Director K. Romain, and Council Liaison H.
Knackstedt
C. Agenda Approval
MOTION:
Member Geller MOVED for approval of the agenda as presented and Member Modigh
SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
2. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS — None.
3. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT -- None.
4. APPROVAL OF MEETING SUMMARY
a. May 12, 2022
MOTION:
Member Thornton MOVED to approve the May 12, 2022 meeting summary. Member Geller
SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED.
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS -- None.
NEW BUSINESS
a. Discussion — Library Resources for Seniors, Presentation by Elizabeth Kleweno
of the Kenai Library
Kenai Library Program Manager/Coordinator Kleweno gave a PowerPoint presentation on the
different programs available at the Library, especially for seniors.
b. Discussion — Greenhouse Dedication in July
Director Romain announced that the dedication for the Bill Osborn Memorial Greenhouse is set
for Tuesday, July 12 at 3:00 pm. She clarified that the greenhouse is fully operational and now
growing tomatoes and cucumbers for the Senior Center kitchen.
REPORTS
Senior Center Director — Director Romain reported on the following:
• Kenai Peninsula Borough grant will be increased by 10% for FY23.
• Current project replacing mechanical systems for the walk-in cooler and
freezer. Weaver Brothers and Doyle Fuel have supplied a freezer reefer in
the interim.
• Coolers for home meal clients went out this month.
• The deep fryer and new coffee machine have arrived. These were funded by
the ARPA grant through Alaska Community Foundation.
• Asked to schedule the Council on Aging work session for September.
• Vintage Pointe Manor and Senior Center's flowers were planted by
volunteers and staff. This was a big change from previous years with
substantial savings.
b. Council on Aging Chair— Chair Craig reported on the following:
• Concerns about rising costs vs grants as it pertains to Senior Center funding.
c. City Council Liaison — Council Member Knackstedt reported on the actions of the
May 18 and June 1, 2022, City Council Meetings.
• Discussed the land donation to the Boys and Girls Club
8. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION — July 14, 2022
City Manager Ostrander will give an update on the Bluff Erosion and Riverfront Restoration
Projects.
9. COUNCIL MEMBERS COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS
Member Geller said she would like to see coffee donations given by those who utilize the Center
for games and activities.
10. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT— None.
11. INFORMATION ITEMS — None.
12. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the Council on Aging meeting adjourned at 4:55 p.m. Member
Thornton made a motion to adjourn and member Geller seconded the motion.
Meeting summary prepared and submitted by:
Meghan Thibodeau
Deputy City Clerk
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