HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-09-12 Council on Aging MinutesKENAI COUNCIL ON AGING -REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024-3:00 P.M.
A. CALL TO ORDER
KENAI SENIOR CENTER
361 SENIOR CT., KENAI, AK 99611
CHAIR KEN AYERS, PRESIDING
ACTION MINUTES
A Regular Meeting of the Council on Aging was held on September 12, 2024, at the Kenai Senior Center,
Kenai, AK. Chair Ayers called the meeting to order at approximately 3:00 p.m.
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Ayers led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Roll Call
There were present:
Ken Ayers, Chair
Velda Geller
Frances Kilfoyle
Jim Glendening
A quorum was present.
Absent:
William Sadler
Also in attendance were:
Rachael Craig, Vice Chair
Barbara Modigh
Kit Hill
Kathy Romain, Senior Center Director
Red Piersee, Senior Center Administrative Assistant
Kayla Feltman, Senior Center Volunteer/Activities Coordinator
James Baisden, City Council Liaison
3. Agenda Approval
MOTION:
Vice Chair Craig MOVED to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner Glendening SECONDED
the motion.
VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED.
B. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS -None.
C. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS -None.
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. July 11, 2024
MOTION:
Commissioner Hill MOVED to approve the July 11, 2024 Council on Aging minutes. Vice Chair Craig
SECONDED the motion.
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VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED .
E. UNFINISHED BUSINESS -None.
F. NEW BUSINESS
1. Discussion/Recommendation -2024 Survey Results •
Director Romain reviewed the Kenai Senior Center 2024 Client Satisfaction Survey Results as provided
in packet.
It was suggested that the Senior Center track and report next year's survey results by the modality that
the individual used to complete their survey (Survey Monkey, paper form, via phone, etc.)
2. Discussion -Bring a Friend to Lunch
Director Romain discussed past "Bring a Friend to Lunch" events; Activities Coordinator Feltman
presented on upcoming activities scheduled in October.
The Commission discussed dates for the "Bring a Friend to Lunch" event, and decided it would be held
on October 30th .
3. Discussion -FY 26 -29 Capital Improvement Projects Review
Director Romain reviewed the FY26-29 Capital Improvement Projects provided in packet; noted that
there was an error on page 14 fo be corrected and the Phase 1 project would be pushed from 2026 to
2025. She stated that the project changes would be brought back at the next Commission meeting for
approval.
4. Discussion -Former Mayor John Williams -Senior Housing
Former Mayor John Williams discussed the history and development of Vintage Pointe. He made
suggestions for expansion and encouraged the Commission's participation in the process; noted possible
sources of funding and a need for a feasibility study .
G. REPORTS
1. Senior Center Director -Director Romain reported on the following:
• Reviewed the Monthly Report as provided in the packet.
• In process is underway for another driver.
• Intent to apply for a transportation grant to replace vehicles.
• Upcoming radio ads for City programs.
• Brief on the new Medicaid Waiver increases to rates as of July 1.
2 . Commission Chair -No report.
3. City Council Liaison -Council Member Baisden reported on recent actions of the City Council.
H. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS -None.
I. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION-October 10, 2024
Commissioner Hill noted she would be absent; Commissioner Modigh noted she would attend remotely .
J. COMMISSION QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS -None.
K. ADJOURNMENT
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L. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
1. Monthly Report
There being no further business before the Council on Aging, the meeting was adjourned at 4:30 p.m.
I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Council on Aging meeting of September 12, 2024 ~ Meghan Thibodeau
Deputy City Clerk
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