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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002-08-01 Council on Aging PacketCITY OF KENAI 210 FIDALGO AVE., SUITE 200 KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794 TELEPHONE 907-283-7535 FAX 907-283-3014 ~ MEMORANDUM 1992 TO' FROM' DATE: RE: Council on Aging Members Rachael Craig, Senior Center Director Carol L. Freas, Ci · July 29, 2002 AMENDED AGENDA -- AUGUST 1, 2,002 Attached is an amended agenda for the August 1, 2002 Council on Aging meeting. Please remove the agenda now attached to your packet and insert the amended one. Thanks. Clf COUNCIL ON AGING AUGUST 1, 2002 KENAI SENIOR CENTER 10:00 A.M. ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL ITEM 3: APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- June 6, 2002 ITEM 4: OLD BUSINESS ao Discussion -- Assisted Living ITEM 5: NEW BUSINESS ae Discussion -- Kenai Senior Center Survey Discussion-- Rate Increases - Dining Room, kitchen - Apartments ITEM 6: 0UESTIONS &~ COMMENTS ITEM 7: INFORMATION ae Council Action Agendas of July 1 and 17, 2002. ITEM 8: ADJOURNMENT NEXT MEETING: SEPTEMBER 5~ 2002 COUNCIL ON AGING AUGUST 1, 2002 KENAI SENIOR CENTER 10:00 A.M. ITEM 1' CALL.TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ITEM 2-. AGENDA APPROVAL ITEM 3: APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- June 6, 2002 ITEM 4: OLD BUSINESS a~ ITEM 5: Discussion -- Assisted Living NEW BUSINESS Discussion -- Kenai Senior Center Survey Discussion -- Rate Increases - Dining Room, kitchen - Apartm. ents ITEM 6- QUESTIONS & COMMENTS ITEM 7: INFORMATION ITEM 8: Council Action Agendas of July 1 and 17, 2002. ADJOURNMENT '. NEXT MEETING: SEPTEMBER 5, 2002 COUNCIL ON AGING KENAI SENIOR CENTER JUNE 5, 2002 10:00 A.M. AGENDA ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL ITEM 3: APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- May 2, 2002 ITEM 4: OLD BUSINESS ae Discussion -- Assisted Living Update Discussion -- Sister Senior Center/Thorpe, Sparkhill, NY ITEM 5: NEW BUSINESS Discussion -- Kenai Senior Center Survey ITEM 5: QUESTIONS & COMMENTS ITEM 7: INFORMATION a. Council Action Agendas of May 1 and 15, 2002. ITEM 8: ADJOURNMENT *NEXT MEETING, AUGUST 1, 2002 AT 10:00 A.M. COUNCIL ON AGING KENAI SENIOR CENTER JUNE 5, 2002 10:00 A.M. MINUTES ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER ih ROLL CALL Members Present: Members Absent: Others Present: Enfield, Fields, Nelson, Jurgensen, Jones, Hollier, Osborn Huddleston, Wilson Gene and Anna Wheeler ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL Senior Director Craig requested discussions regarding the receptionist position and a survey be included as new business items. MOTION: Member Enfield MOVED to approve the agenda as amended and Member nelson SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM 3: APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- May 2, 2002 MOTION: Member Jurgensen MOVED to approve the minutes of the May 2, 2002 meeting as presented and Member Jones SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. ITEM 4: OLD BUSINESS Discussion -- Assisted Living Update Information offered at a recent meeting with a State representative regarding assisted living facilities was discussed. It was noted, a non-profit would need to be involved in a grant-funded project and it is hoped the Senior Connection will agree to be that entity after discussing it at their dune meeting. It was also suggested a consultant be hired to help with the initial paperwork, etc. if the Connection is willing to take on the project. It was noted, consultant costs are not always reimbursed by grants, however one could be hired and paid by the Connection through their fundraising abilities. MOTION: Member Nelson MOVED to have, Director Craig bring the matter to the Senior Connection and Member Hollier SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. 4-bo Discussion -- Sister Senior Center/Thorpe, Sparkhill, NY Craig reported the New York Center forwarded a quilt for the Kenai Center to finish and then it would be raffled off between both centers. Craig noted, she found someone locally to do the hand- quilting. She asked if there was interest in continuing the relationship between the two centers, or should she write them and suggest other groups they may want to contact to form a sister- center relationship. Consensus of the membership was to end the sister-center relationship with the New York group and suggest other entities they might want to contact. ITEM 5: NEW BUSINESS Discussion -- Kenai Senior Center Survey Craig requested suggestions for questions to include,in a survey to learn needs, desires, activities, programs, future planning, etc. at the Center. Suggestions included' COUNCIL ON AGING MEETING JUNE 6, 2002 PAGE 2 More evening meals (once a month) No-host pot lucks Bridge, card-playing Game night Wine tasting Ice cream socials (as a fundraiser) Make "fish" aprons (as a fundraiser) Members and other seniors were encouraged to contact Craig with additional suggestions. Discussion -- Arlene Enfield Resignation It was noted Arlene Enfield would be moving from the state in the near future and would resign her position as Council on Aging member. Members were encouraged to contact other seniors who may be interested in volunteering on the Council and have them complete applications available in Craig's office or from the City Clerk. Discussion -- ReceptiOnist Position Craig noted, the receptionist position is voluntary and is much needed and appreciated by the Center staff. She added, because of all the activities going on at the Center, the receptionist desk can get quite tense. She requested members pass on to other users of the Center to be patient. Discussion continued and the following suggestions were made' · Place a sign at the desk to request patience by the users. Move the receptionist desk to the office area and move Craig's office to a more private area. · Move Craig's office to the one used by Barrett and move Barrett to Craig's office area. · Include in newsletter, signs, etc. to remind people needing to sign-up for activities, meal orders, etc. to the receptionist instead of Craig or Issak. COUNCIL ON AGING MEETING JUNE 6, 2002 PAGE 3 · Put a sign on the office door to remind people that when it's closed, they should not interrupt the office staff (leave messages, etc. with the receptionist). Craig noted she appreciated the members' concern in regard to her need for more privacy. She added, in the new fiscal budget, funds were allocated for additional phone lines to be installed in the sun room, as well as the housing manager's office which will probably be networked. Craig also noted, they will need some additional volunteers to cover the desk during the summer and requeSted anyone interested to contact her or I ssak. ITEM 6: OUESTIONS & COMMENTS Swarner-- Reported the following: · The City Council passed the budget ordinance as amended. · The mill rate will remain the same. Swarner added, one reaction of not raising the mill rate will be possible increases in user fees of city facilities/utilities. Those fee increases will be forwarded to council from the city manager. · Two council seats will be up for election on October 1 (Swarner and Bannock). · Noted several initiatives may be included on the borough ballot to eliminate taxes. She added, when taxes are lessened, the funds those taxes collected, usually are added somewhere else. Craig-- Noted the back portion of the dining room at the Senior Center will be a polling place for State/City/Borough elections. City Clerk Freas added, the Department of Elections was changing the precinct lines in relation to the reapportionment and the Armory would no longer be used as a polling place. Notification would be made to voters through issuance of new voter cards, public service announcements, etc. COUNCIL ON AGING MEETING JUNE 6, 2002 PAGE 4 Osborn-- Asked the progress of Swarner's grant request in regard to an assisted living facility project. Swarner reported she and Craig had done some preliminary paperwork. ITEM 7: INFORMATION Council Action Agendas of May 1 and 15, 2002. ITEM 8: ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Member Nelson MOVED to adjourn and Member Jurgensen SECONDED the motion. There were no objections. SO ORDERED. The meeting adjourned at approximately 10'45 p.m. Minutes transcribed and prepared by' Carol L. Freas, City Clerk COUNCIL ON AGING MEETING JUNE 6, 2002 PAGE 5 Community Readiness: A Self-Assessment Tool NEED · Have all other community-based options been explored? (See reverse side for list.) · What unique and necessary characteristics of an assisted living home have been identified for this community? · What is the demand for assisted living by age, income level, and household type? · Are there other needed community services that could be combined with an assisted living home? · What competition exists within the market area? Will this project negatively affect any other program? CO/VU~UNITY SUPPORT · Has the community engaged in any general planning or community development efforts that clearly show that services for Elders and people with disabilities are a priority? · Does the community understand what assisted living is, and are they demonstrating a commitment to plan- ning and developing it? · Has the community had an oppommity to formally express their opinions and preferences about the development? · What agencies have been involved in this effort, and What level of coordination exists? · Are community leaders committed and ready to take action? · Does this project have support at the regional level? SUPPORT SERVICES .AVAILABLE · What long-term care and health services are curremly available in the community? · What other senior services are curremly available, and how strong are the organizations that provide them? COMMUNITY READIN~ · Is there a good site available within the community, and can it be secured? · Can the current infrastructure (e.g., utilities) support the project? ' · Are trained care providers already present within the community? What workforce problems can be anticipated? · Have development and operational budgets been developed, and do they demonstrate feasibility? · Has a lead agency been identified, and do they have the necessary expertise and experience to lead the project? Home and Community-Based Services Care Coordination - A service that helps clients to gain access to needed medical and social services. A care coordinator will assess cliems' medical and social needs and work with other agencies to provide for those needs. Information and Referral- Provide seniors with information about where they can obtain needed services (medical, social, legal, etc.) to continue to live independently. Congregate and Home Delivered Meals - Meals for seniors provided in a senior center, village school or other community setting where seniors can eat together and visit. Meals can also be delivered to a senior's home if they are unable to attend. Funded through the Older Americans Act. Transportation - Van service offered to transport seniors to congregate meals, medical appointments, shop- ping, etc. Funded in part by the Older Americans Act. Respite Care - Short-term relief for primary care providers in the form of alternate caregivers. Respite can be provided in the client's home or another location. Adult Day Centers - Supervised care in a social setting that can include a variety of health and social support services. Cemers offer structured activities throughout the day, and attend to clients' personal care needs. Homemaker and Chore Services- Housekeeping and other activities to maintain a client's home in a clean, safe, sanitary condition. Home Modifications- Physical adaptations to a home that enable seniors to function with greater independ- ence and ensure a safe home environment. Home modifications include grab bars, shower seats, enlarging doorways, installing ramps, etc. Personal Care Services- Assistance with the activities of daily living in a client's home provided by a Personal Care Attendant to enable seniors to remain in the community. Assisted Living Homes - A licensed congregate residential setting that provides for personal and health care needs of residents 24 hours a day. Home Health- Health related services provided by a Nurse or Certified Nursing Assistant in a client's home. Hospice/End of Life Programs - Palliative care for individuals with a terminal illness. Programs include nursing care and support, mining for family and friends, and pain management. CITY OF KENAI KENAI SENIOR SERVICES 361 SENIOR COURT KENAI, AI.,AS~ 99611 (907) 283-4156 Council on Aging Application ~ Mailing Address ~'l~~.~(./~-~.kf_..,£ ,~.~,';~ ~_ /~/ ~~,..,~, ~j~/ Residence Address ~r~~-.--~'-~~- ~----~-.-,~ ~-,¥,--v---~_~- _.-~ Telephone .q~?._ _~.4~.¥ Current memberships in organization: My involvement at the senior center: My interest in becoming a member of the advisory board came about because, (/ 7' City of Kena 361 Sen or Court (907) 283-4156 Barefoot Kids .... I walk down the path where we walked long ago, Down by the ole swimmin' hole. There the thoughts of my youth come rushing back to me, Memories that mean more to me than gold. My thoughts took me back to when we were kids .... Remembering all the fun we had. As I walked in the woods .... down the trails and in the lane, Just a bare-foot pair of boys. Now the lines are getting deeper, my hair. is turning gray, The steps of my feet are getting slow... but I can't erase the memory of the time we ~hared together when we were bare-foot kid~, $o long ago ......... (contributed by Buck Steiner) Special Activities August 1 August 5 August 6 August 7 August 8 August 9 August 13 August 14 August 16 August 19 August 20 August 21 August 22 August 26 August 29 August 30 Senior Connection/ Council on Aging Meeting Natural Medicine Talk Sterling Silver Craft Class Japanese Dancers Perform Kalgin Island Quartet Sterling Silver Craft Class Wellness Clinic 8 am---Noon Gun Shop & Museum Visit Pet Parade Round #4 Ninilchik Fair Trip Golf Scramble No Host Dinner Birthday Party Crochet Club Hidden Lake Picnic Twin Cities Shopping Tour Palmer Fair Palmer Fair 10 am 10:30 am 1 pm Noon 11:30 am 1 pm 1 pm 10:30am 8am 1 pm 5 pm Noon 1 pm 10:30 am 1 pm 7 am 2002 Loraine O'Connell 1 Harriet Papke 1 Evie Mohr 2 Marge Bushman 2 Peggy Thompson 2 David Wynkoop 3 Bruce Freeman 4 Yvonne Snow 4 Ruth Wallace 5 Bill Lewis 5 Grace Johnson 6 Gladys Peters 6 Alvin Burcham 6 Bob Peterson 6 Frosty Walters 6 Clarissa Conn 6 Cecilia Vermeulen 7 John Carmello 8 Robert Davis 8 Una Kooly 9 Jean Koski 9 Harry Howell 9 Chrys Henderson 9 Irene Bush 10 Frank Chace 10 Elsie Buttle 11 Billie Huddleston 11 Betty jo Barnes 11 Margaret Dolchok 12 Bill Tschoeple 15 Mary Ford 15 Ray Osborne 15 Phyllis Montgomery 16 Tom McCutchan, Jr. 16 Lou Papke 17 Alvin Hampson 17 Howard Pelton 18 Maria Lechner 19 Darleen Morrison 19 Ralph Carpenter 20 Nancy Stempler 20 Betty Nelson 21 Earl Jones 21 Kathy Standridge 22 Laura Knackstedt 22 Jacqueline Bierdeman 22 Merle Meisinger 22 Janice Wilsack 22 Dea Kenyon 23 Gene Wheeler 25 Annabelle Tweedy 25 Emily DeForrest 27 Joe Gleason 27 George Navarre 27 Robert Komgiebel 27 Delphia Nelson 27 Lila Rozak 28 Helen Baranger 28 Mary Ellen Slaughter28 Mary Ann Roza 28 Joyce Endsley 29 Jewell Garris 30 Floyd Fairchild 30 Mark Bamette 31 Leon Gough 31 Entertainment Guests The Japanese Dance Class will be performing for us on Wednesday, August 7 at Noon. The Kenai Peninsula Orchestra has scheduled the Kalgin Island Quartet to perform for us at 11:30 on Thursday, August 8. We are blessed to live in a community with such great talent that is willing to share with our senior population. Golf Scramble Monday, August ~9 at ~ pm The golfers are at it again. They'll meet at the Kenai Golf course £or an afternoon in the sun (keep those fingers crossed). Sign up on the board if you'd like to participate. Green fees are $9 and space is limited, so don't wait too long... Birthday Party Back to School is what is in store for this month's birthday celebration. If it is your birthday this month, join us and pick up your courtesy meal ticket at the door! We are celebrating in "school fashion" to kick off' our Foster Grandparent Program. Our locals schools are looking for volunteers to read to children at Sears Elementary for 1/2 hour once a week during the school year. If you prefer, your name can be put on our substitute list to be called when the regular reader is not available. See Luann for more information. oints of Interest Check out these destinations for this month. Sign up in the office if you would like to go along. S Gun Shop & Museum Visit Tuesday, August 13 at 1 pm An incredible piece of Alaskan history lies right here in Kenai. David Thornton, owner of the Brown Bear Gun Shop and Museum has invited us to stop by and browse his collection. He has guns, tools and collectibles that date back to pre-Civil War and has a vast knowledge of the history of our area that he loves to pass on. Ride the van for just $1! Nih il chik Fair Friday; August 16 at 8 am We are heading to the Ninilchik Fair for the annual fun complete with great food, booths, and displays. We'll leave the Center at 8 am. Cost to ride along is $3. No Host Dinner Tuesday, August 20 at 5 pm How about a great drive and dinner? We are heading to the Funny River Restaurant, 11 miles down Funny River Road. Great food, plenty of it and beautiful scenery along the way. Cost to ride the van is $3. Hidden Lake Picnic Thursday, August 22 at 10:30 am The food fantastic, the company delightful and the scenery is outstanding...what more could one ask for? We've put in a request for great weather and all you need to do is sign up on the board. Shopping Tour Monday, August 26 at 1 pm Have you been waiting to go to one of those stores just off of the beaten path? Ride the van for just $3 for an afternoon of a shopper's paradise. Palmer Fair Trip Thursday, August 29 & Friday, August 30 ~£he van is heading to the State Fair for all the fun activities. We'll be leaving at 7 am on the 29th and returning sometime in the evening of the 30th. Cost to ride the van is $20. If you need overnight accommodations, see LuAnn. enior lravel l ates,,, Overnight Wilderness Lodge Sunday, August ~8--Monday, August ~9 Leave Soldotna via airplane at 10 am and fly across Cook Inlet to the Alaskan Homestead Lodge. You will be greeted by your hosts with a full service lunch and tour around the area. Fishing, hiking, canoeing, bear viewing, or just plain relaxing are just some of the options to choose from. The scenery is outstanding, the food and atmosphere can't be beat... prices of $380 includes airfare, accommodations, andall meals. You'll board the plane again the next morning for a return trip home. A trip of a lifetime and space is limited, so sign up in the office to book your trip. Inside Passage Cruise Departs Monday, September 2--Monday, SePtember 9 The ship will depart from Seward, cruise down the Inside Passage of Alaska, stopping along at many Alaskan seaports, and ending up in scenic Vancouver, British Columbia. We have found a special package price of just $650. (Cost for the van ride to Seward and airfare from Vancouver to Anchorage are additional) Rail Trip to Denali Saturday, September 14--Monday, September ~6 What a fantastic time to view the scenic beauty of Alaska! You will ride the van to Anchorage, hop the train for the ride to Denali. You'll be staying at the McKinley Chalet for 2 nights. Tours and extra events are available upon arrival. On Monday, you'll board the train at Noon and after arriving back into Anchorage, ride the van back to Kenai. The cost for the van, train and hotel is $265 per person based on double occupancy. (Price does not include meals) Reservations must be made by September 4. Council on Aging & Senior Connection Joint Meeting Thursday, August 1 at 10 am The Senior Connection is requesting support to move forward in applying for a pre- development grant for Assisted Living. If you have any interest in seeing us progress in this direction, plan to come to the meeting. A Salmon Bake is planned for Monday, August 12 at 6 pm for a private party. This is a fundraiser for the Center and we can use help in all areas. Sign up on the Crafts )Ceramics Classes Mondays at ! 2.'30 lam Quilting Class Wednesdays at i pm Sterling Silver Bracelet Tuesday, August 6 at 1 pm & ThUrsday, August 8 at 1 pm You will want to get in on this! Learn how to make your own bracelet from Sterling Silver. Cost will be $10-20 based on how much silver you add to yours. Sign up on the board to participate. Crochet Club Wednesday, August 21 at 1 pm Pets on Parade ' Round#4 Our annual pet show is here again! Whata great time to show off your best little buddies. We ask that your pets be up-to-date on shots and on a leash. The parade will be on the back lawn and awards will be given for some unique categories. Spectators are always appreciated and welcome. Please pre- register all pets on the notice board. (Entries are limited to pets that are warm blooded ..... ) Coming in September.... Saturday, September 7 Garage Sale Rent a Table for $25. Sell your own crafts, ' 'ked goods, collectibles, household items, Reserve your table now!!! This month, the following memorials were made to the Center in honor of their friends... 3Cettt~ :Bates Marvin Riley Arlene Enfield Dan & Jimmie English Wellness Clinic Update Lynn will be here for a Wellness Clinic on Friday, August 9 from 8am~Noon. Stop by or call the senior center to make an appointment. The Wellness Clinic offers blood pressure checks, cholesterol screening, blood panels and shots. Nail trimmings can be done for a $10 donation. Natural Medicine Talk Monday, August 5 at ~o:3o am Dr. Abel Jimenez, M.D. is coming to talk to us about Regenesis-Rejuvenation & Wellness Program. He is a doctor specializing in Gerentology. He is knowledgeable in alternative healing methods' Iridology Diagnosis, Nutrition, Herbology, Naturopathy, Enzyme Therapy, Acupuncture, Ozone Therapy and Reflexology. This is a great opportunity to come and ask questions that you may have or a chance to learn about some alternative methods to practical medicine. Sign up on the board if you are interested. KNOW YOUR NEIGHBOR- HERB STETTLER By Arlene Enfield, ~4ce Reporter Herb Stettler has always tried to be a good American and this year he's reaping awards for his efforts. Herb was chosen Legionnaire of the Year with the American Legion for the Western District, as well as Legionnaire of the State 2002. "I think if we try to live up to the principles this nation was founded on, we have opportunities to serve in many capacities," Herb said. Herb joined American Legion Post 20 in Kenai in 1985, and VFW Post 1046 in Soldotna in 1987. "Serving as service officer and chaplain put me in a position to help veterans get a file with the VA, Herb said. I put together funeral delegations and military hon°rs for deceased veterans. I even picked up roadkill and delivered it to families in need." Herb is active in his church and has also been involved in helping Love, Inc. Herb was born in Williamsburg, Iowa. After a year of college he was drafted into the Army. "I spent 13 months in Korea as squadron leader of a machine gun platoon," Herb said. Back in the states for discharge, Herb received the Bronze Star for Meritorious Service. The next years saw Herb moving around, gaining experience in a variety of fields. He never married. "I worked on a ranch in Nebraska for four years, breaking horses and working with cattle," he said. "My dad was an expert mechanic and I had learned the trade from him so eventually I got work in the shipyards in Portland, building barges for use in Vier Nam. Then I built water towers in Chicago." It was welding on water towers in 110 degree heat in Olathe, Kansas, that decided Herb to look for a cooler place. He chose Alaska and went to work logging in Seldovia in 1967. Herb retired in 1992 and has been driving for the Kenai Senior center the last five years. "I enjoy the work," Herb said. "There's some responsibility but no pressure, and it's rewarding to see the seniors' satisfaction when you do something for them." · Our 4th of July booth raised over $2800 this year. · · ** We thank each of you~who contributed to help make *** this successful It couldn't be done with you! , What a great group of volunteers we have... , thank you, thank you, thank you , ~-~.o ~o © © Mond Exercise 9am TOPS 9:45 am Walking & Line Dancing Bridge 12:35 pm 10:30 am Ceramics 12:30 pm Bowling 1 pm Pinochle 12:45 pm Center Funders & Supporters City of Kenai Alaska Commission on Aging Kenai Peninsula Borough Kenai Peninsula United Way Center Volunteers Private Donations Exercise 9am Walking & Line Dancing 10:30am Therapetic Massage 10:30 pm Shopping/ Carrs lpm Quilting 1 pm Scrabble 9am Tripoly 12:30pm Shopping/ Kmart lpm Exercise 9am Walking & Line Dancing 10:30 Pinochle 12:45pm Bowling lpm KENAI SENIOR CENTER City of Kenai 361 Senior Court Kenai, Alaska 99611 This Newsletter Belongs'To... Unibmd~Va!~ AGENDA KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING' JULY 3, 2002 7:00 P.M. KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS http://www, ci.kenai.ak.u s ITEM A: CALL TO ORDER 1. Pledge of Allegiance 2. Roll Call 3. Agenda Approval 4. Consent Agenda *Ail items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine and non- controversial by the council and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a council member so requests, in which case the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in its normal sequence on the agenda as part of the General Orders. ITEM B: SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (10 minutes) ITEM C: PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Ordinance No. 1960-2002 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations by $9,691 in the General Fund for Purchase of a Copier. ---- a. Motion for IntrodUction /z~z/~/-z/. ---- b. Motion for Second Reading {Requires a Unanimous Vote) /~~//. --- c. Motion for Adoption . Ordinance No. 1961-2002 -- Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations for Increased Insurance Costs. a. Motion for Introduction --- b. Motion for Second Reading {Requires a Unanimous Vote) --- c. Motion for Adoption Resolution No. 2002-48 -- Reaffmmng its Support of the State of Alaska DOT/PF in its Effort to Properly Construct a Safe, Separated Pedestrian and Bike Path Along the Bridge Access Road. Resolution No. 2002-49 -- Assessing Costs of Abatement at 1218 Lilac, Kenai, Alaska in the Amount of $5,200 as a Lien on the Property. , Resolution No. 2002-50 -- Adopting a Name for the Right-Of-Way Located North of Willow Street to the Airport Proper to be Named Gee Bee Avenue. ITEM D' o 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. ITEM E: . ITEM F: ITEM G: ITEM H: ,, Resolution No. 2002-51-- Transferring $4,000 in the General Fund for the Fire Department Portion of the Public Safety Radio Maintenance Contract. COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS Council on Aging Airport Commission Harbor Commission Library Commission Parks & Recreation Commission Planning & Zoning Commission Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees a. Beautification Committee b. Kenai Convention & Visitors Bureau Board c. Alaska Municipal League Report d. Kenai Chamber of Commerce MINUTES *Regular Meeting of June 19, 2002. CORRESPONDENCE OLD BUSINESS Reconsideration of Resolution No. 2002-40 -- Awarding the Bid for the Purchase of a Black and White Copier for the City Administration Building and Entering Into a Contract for Maintenance and Supplies for Five Years to High Speed Gear for a Total of $22,881.00. NEW BUSINESS Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500 Approval-- Assignment of Lease for Security Purposes/Lot 5, Block 5, General Aviation Apron No. 1/From Timothy J. Mitchell and Linda J. Mitchell to Robert J. Johnson. Discussion -- Schedule Board of Adjustment Hearing/Bill B. and Hannele K. Zubeck appeal of Planning & Zoning Commission approval of PZ02-34---An application for a variance permit for a variance from the Development Requirements Table (Minimum Lot Size) for the property described as Government Lot 178 ( 1515 Lawton Drive), Kenai, Alaska, submitted by Steven A. Richard, P.O. Box 188, Kenai, Alaska. -2- ITEM I: REPORT OF THE MAYOR ITEM J: ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 1. City Manager 2. Attorney 3. City Clerk ITEM K: DISCUSSION 1. Citizens (five minutes) 2. Council EXECUTIVE SESSION- None Scheduled ITEM L: ADJOURNMENT -3- The Senior Connection was held June 27, 2002 Those attending were:Rachel Craig, BillieHuddleston, Gini Poore, Roger Meeks, Betty Nelson, Joanna Hollier, Earl Jones, Buck Steiner. The previous meeting gave information on assisted living for seniors. Buck Steiner gave the treasurers report. With information on the purchase of a new van. Rachel Craig mentioned that she would know by the end of August whether or not we would be able to purchase the van. Under old business Joanna Hollier said all the pies are made and will be starting to bake the first and second of July. Clean up people are needed. It was requested a cash box of $500.. Rachel mentioned the possibility of carpenter aprons for the workers at the booth. The Turpins will be manning the strawberry shortcake table. The tent will be supplied by Phillips and will be up by 7:00. There was a comment regarding balloons and having a roving balloon person. Coolers will also be required. Regarding the question of new logos for the Center's Display Cabinet,we are still looking. Our senior Esther Peteet will be 98 today. The Mystery Theater is planned for September after the summer activities. Assisted Living---A predevelopment plan should be in the works with the Senior Connection as a sponsor for the feasibility study. Buck Steiner made the motion to advertise in the news letter if the senior Connection would be the vehicle to ramrod this study. There will be a joint meeting of the Senior Connection and the Council on Aging the first Thursday in August, August 1, at 10:00 a.m., seconded by Joanna Hollier. There will be a salmon bake in August. Buck Steiner mentioned a need for sound deadening on the third floor. Ideas - pay for this from the gambling account, also suggested having Sheila Phillips design and work with the quilt people on this project. He mentioned that the dimmer switch is hot. There was a question regarding the windows; The City is to work on the capital improvements. There is a need for a walk-in cooler and a larger fi'eezer. Buck Steiner motioned for adjournment. Respectfully submitted Virginia Poore, Secretary Senior Housing Fees WOODRIDGE~Subsidized, title 8/low income Requirements' 62 years of age or disabled 24 Units 1 Bedroom $856.00 2 Bedroom $941.00 Includes all utilities but cable /phone Lease for one year. Laundry in commons area. Pets allowed with a $150.00 deposit. CHUDA HOUSE- Dependent upon 25% adjusted income Rents mn from $92 - $700 All ages of persons with disabilities and seniors. 22 1 Bedroom Units 3 2 Bedroom Units Includes gas not electricity $250.00 Deposit Month to Month but also Year Lease Manager does some group activities' Friday is Soup Day Monthly Birthdays BBQs Residents can have flower beds and do gardens if desires. LAURALWOODS~Subsidized/low income (Farm Home) Rent figured on 30% or your income Requirements: 62 years of age + 21 Units 1 Bedroom Apts. 680 St. Ft. $38.00 credit for utilities Security deposit of $250 1 Year lease required. Deposit for small pet $250 PARKVIEW APARTMENTS Nonprofit Subsidized: Rent is based on 30% of your income plus electric, cable and phone 23 Units Year Lease of $400 No pets 2 Buildings 2 levels CORRAL STREET APARTMENTS Alaska Housing Subsidized, middle income 2 Units; one is a 14 unit building, 12 plex 1 Bedroom Rent is $525 2 Bedroom Rent is $625 includes heat and water + Electricity Month to Month lease $400 security deposit No Pets All on one level. SUGGESTED RENT INCREASE We have 30 one bedroom apartments. Current rental rates are from $454 up to $514. The average 1 bedroom apartment in the Kenai area based upon the Alaska Housing rental survey of 2002 is $525. As you can see we are way below the average market rate of the Kenai market survey. Our rents include gas and cable with washer and dryers in individual apartments. I suggest we increase the rent to meet the average rental rate. Example: If your rent is $454 there would be a $71 increase before taxes. 454 would increase to 525, an increase of $71 466 would increase to 525, an increase of $59 478 would increase to 525, an increase of $47 490 would increase to 525, an increase of $35 502 would increase to 525, an increase of $23 514 would increase to 525, an increase of $11 All one bedroom apartments would be $525 regardless of where in the building they are. Our one bedroom apartments are 672 square feet. The average 2 bedroom apartments in the Kenai area based upon the Alaska Housing rental survey of 2002 is $595. Again, I would suggest we increase the rent to meet the average rental rate of $595 without tax. Example' If your rent is $526 there would be a $69 increase before taxes. 526 would increase to 595, an increase of $69 538 would increase to 595, an increase of $57 562 would increse to 595, an increase of $33 574 would increase to 595, an increase of $21 There is not an average for a 1 ½ bedroom apartment. I would suggest we take the difference of the average rental rate of a one and two bedroom and split the difference, then apply it to the 1 ½ bedroom apartments. Example: 1 Bedroom average rate is $525 2 Bedroom average rate is $595 The difference between the two is $70. Half of the $70 would be $35. Thus all 1 ½ bedroom apartments are $550. They would all be raised $35 making the rent $585. plus tax. This is a suggestion. The Council on Aging are to make recommendations to the city council. What are your wishes? RPR-12-2002 FRI 03:53 PI1 P, LP,$KR HOUSING PHD FC~X NO, 907 260 7635 __ALASKA' RENTAL SURVEY 2 1:)02 ?, 02 Housinq Average Number of,Units Survey Area Rent ($) Surveyed Vacant Municipality ot Ancttorage 1 Bedroom 635 3,237 171 2 Beclroom 789 3.921 200 3 Bedroom 963 1,074 29 Fairbanks North Star Borough 1 Bedroom 556 1,402 124 2 Bedroom 721 1,649 131 3 Bedroom 8~6 431 31 Juneau Borough 1 Bedroom 713 553 51 2 Beclroom 886 . 784 54 3 Bactro0m 1,134 252 13 Kenai Peninsula Borough t Bedroom ......... "  . 302 41 2 Bedroom 910 99 3 Beclroom ' -"~-2 26~ 25 ~tchlkan Gateway Borougl~ 1 Beclroom 566 375 54 2 Bedroom 750 334 59 3 Bedroom 979 173 34 Kodiak Island Borough I Bedroom 706 157 16 2 Be0room 862 251 16. 3 Beclroom 1,107 93 9 MatanusKa-Su$1tna Borougtt 1 8eclroom 567. 284 19 2 Beeroom 863 551 33 3 8edroo~ 888 208 12 SitKa Borough 1 Bedroom 576 92 7 2 Bedroom ' 719 109 10 3 Bedroom 987 71 9 Wrangell-Petersburg CA 1 Bedroom 575 102 18 2 Bedroom $96 65 7 3 Bedroom 703 32 6 Valcle'g-Corg:leva CA 1 Be~lroom 609 2 Bec~room 836 ..~J , 3 Bedroom 903 ~ ,vey Total 725 Vacancy Rate (%) Per,e, eft!,'aqe of Units with Utilities Included. in Rent Hot Heat Light Water Water Garbage Sewer 5.3 88,;t 27,5 92.0 99.7 98.3 99.1 5,1 75.5 18.8 80.3 97.9 95.8 97,5 2,7 52.() 11.8 55,0 89.1 82.0 88.4 8,8 98.7 15.8 94,9 95.5 93.7 96.7 7.9 95.5 17,2 86.3 95.8 89,4 96.5 7.2 82.4, 10,7 64.0 84,7 76,8 84.5 9.2 59.7 29.8 63,7 98.2 94.4 98.4 6.9 44.E 13,3 40,9 94,1 91,5 98,1 6,2 39.7 9,1 28.2 90,1 65,9 93.7 13.6 73,2 19,5 79.1 93,0 80,1 93.4 10,9 70,0 7.8 65,7 88.8 76.7 88.1 9.5 48.9 9,9 48.5 71.8 48.1 72.5 19.6 73.1 21.8 64.0 41.1 42.9 38.5 17.7 69.2 ~0,1 51,8 38.5 35.9 33.5 19,7 54,3 10.4 34.1 28.9 22.5 27.7 10,2 84.7 32.5 85.4 98.7 99.4 98,7 8,4 68.9 11,2 $8.9 98.4 98.0 95.8 9.7 '61.3 4.3 57.0 87, I 89.2 88.2 6,7 81,3 47.5 79.9 93.7 94.7 98.2 6 66,1 18.9 63.0 88.7 82,2 90,4 5,8 28,8 12.5 29.8 88,3 31,7 87.8 7,6 65,2 23.9 56.5 17,4 16,3 16.3 9.2 ~,5.0 6.4 26,6 7.3 8.4 8.3 12.7 16.9 9,9 15.5 11.3 g,9 9.9 17,6 77,5 48,0 77.5 73,5 64.7 62.7 10.8 81,5 4.6 43.1 44.6 27.7 32,3 18.a 12,5 9.4 12.5 31.3 12,5 18.8 43 4 8,3 88.4 27.9 83.7 53.5 51.2 53.5 75 8 8 94.7 52.0 94.7 84.0 84,0 84.0 37 4 10.8 67.6 32.4 87.6 83,8 78.4 86.5 19,354 1,470 7,$ 75.S 21.0 75,0 SO,3 86.6 90,3 For additional information on Alaska's housing market visit the ALAS~ HOUSING FINANCE CORPORATION website at www.ahfc.state.ak.us Psge 2 Proposed Kenai Senior Center Rental Fees Our center is rented on an average 48 days per year. The following are the current rental rates for our center. Main Dining Room $250.00 Kitchen $ 75.00 Podium $ 15.00 / TV/VCR $ 20.00 Dishes (each place setting) $ 1.00 Each Additional Service Call $ 25.00 Plus Tax Deposits Dining Room $150.00 Kitchen $ 50.00 I would suggest raising the kitchen to $100.00, podium to $30.00, TV/VCR to $40.00, and leaving the place settings at a $1.00 per setting. These increases are similar to the Soldotna Senior Center. Our center is larger and can accommodate more people, renters have access to our yard and BBQ ghll if desired. Our center is a lovely location for any event and is worth the increase. A suggestion...The Soldotna Senior Center rents their craft room for $75.00/day, lounge for $50.00/day. This is something to consider for smaller groups. We could rent the card room, the computer or craft room. We could charge $75/day or evening or for so many hours. We charge $25.00 for our security person to lock and unlock the facility before and after use. We would also need to think about janitorial clean-up. Currently we charge $100.00 for dining room cleanup after a large event. What is the Council on Aging recommendations to the City Council? What the Center Means to Me · "Community gathering Center. Chance to get out of the house and be social. A place to eat with others and activities to engage in." "The center provides security, security, security and friends." · "The Center is a place to share declining years...a place to meet old friends and make new ones, a place to share our sadness in times of trial. A place to swap stories. A place to give us a chance to share our talents." · "The center is a safe social place for information and conversation. Where we are able to communicate and socialize with others in our own age group. The staff is very supportive and very knowledgeable regarding senior issues, concerns, and entitlements. They are very uplifting, friendly and cheerful." "Enjoy visiting with retirees with the same interests. A great place to spend time, eat, do crafts, computer or any other activity of your interest." · "Safe home and loving care. I love this place." "Good place for lonely feelings and give me something to do besides be a coach potato in front of the T.¥." · "I is an excellent place for seniors to meet and socialize with other seniors, to be able to get a really good lunch so that we can have at least one good meal a day. To be able to find out what information we need that concerns seniors, health social security, taxes, events taking place in the community and community outings with other seniors, field trips to other towns, hospital, grocery and any type of shopping." · "Place of fellowship and good food.v" · "Is an excellent place for seniors to meet and socialize with other seniors, to be able to get a really good lunch so that we can have at least one good meal a day. To be able to find out what information we need that concerns seniors, health social security, taxes, events taking place in the community and community outings with other seniors, field trips to other towns, hospital, grocery and any type of shopping." · "Place of fellowship and good food!" "Enjoy classes, activities that are fun with variety-so much to do! Love it!" · "The center is a good place to come away from the lonesome apartment, a place to play games and the food is good!" "A Place to see old friends and make new friends, lots of activities." · "The one place to meet and make friends. The many activities keep the mind and body in good shape. The days go by fast when you are happy. The Kenai Senior Center is a wonderful place." · "An inexpensive place to bring your wife for a lunch date!" · "I have always felt welcome and acknowledged by name every time. A wonderful place to go! "The Center and its wonderful staff is next to Heaven to me. Everyone is genuinely friendly and ready to lead a helping hand when needed. I thank the Lord that I am fortunate to live in the senior housing, and to be associated with the senior center." "A really nice place to eat lunch. I enjoy the ceramics and craft classes. They help me keep happy! It's nice to have companionship and people to tell corny jokes." "Everything---companionship, food, entertainment, long visits with people at the center. I love it! · "Enjoy classes, activities that are fun with variety-so much to do! Love it!" · "The center is a good place to come away from the lonesome apartment, a place to play games and the food is good!" "A Place to see old friends and make new friends, lots of activities." "The one place to meet and make friends. The many activities keep the mind and body in good shape. The days go by fast when you are happy. The Kenai Senior Center is a wonderful place." "An inexpensive place to bring your wife for a lunch date!" "I have always felt welcome and acknowledged by name every time. A wonderful place to go! "The Center and its wonderful staff is next to Heaven to me. Everyone is genuinely friendly and ready to lead a helping hand when needed. I thank the Lord that I am fortunate to live in the senior housing, and to be associated with the senior center." · "A really nice place to eat lunch. I enjoy the ceramics and craft classes. They help me keep happy! It's nice to have companionship and people to tell corny jokes." "Everything--companionship, food, with people at the center. I love it! entertainment, long visits "To see and visit people I've known most of my life. It means so much to me." Proposed Kenai Senior Center Rental Fees Our center is rented on an average 48 days per year. The following are the current rental rates for our center. Main Dining Room $250.00 Kitchen $ 75.00 Podium $ 15.00 TV/VCR $ 20.00 Dishes (each place setting) $ 1.00 Each Additional Service Call $ 25.00 Plus Tax Deposits Dining Room $150.00 Kitchen $ 50.00 I would suggest raising the kitchen to $100.00, podium to $30.00, TV/VCR to $40.00, and leaving the place settings at a $1.00 per setting. These increases are similar to the Soldotna Senior Center. Our center is larger and can accommodate more people, renters have access to our yard and BBQ grill if desired. Our center is a lovely location for any event and is worth the increase. A suggestion...The Soldotna Senior Center rents their craft room for $75.00/day, lounge for $50.00/day. This is something to consider for smaller groups. We could rent the card room, the computer or craft room. We could charge $75/day or evening or for so many hours. We charge $25.00 for our security person to lock and unlock the facility before and after use. We would also need to think about janitorial clean-up. Currently we charge $100.00 for dining room cleanup after a large event. What is the Council on Aging recommendations to the City Council?