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SENIOR SERVICES BOARD
June 11, 1987
PRESENT:
Joan Eccles, Coordinator
Jane Breazeal, Chairperson
Jim Council
Ken Pearce - Treasurer
Elizabeth McRoberts, Secretary
Harold Smith
Dottie Shaw
Dahlia Stokes
Anna Turner
Gene Hines
ABSENT:
Mildred Chapin
Doris Ramey
M. D. Wickerham
Oscar Kotteman
Florence Worstell
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by Jane Breazeal at 3:25 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Roll was called by the Secretary. Presence or absence was as
listed above.
MINUTES:
The minutes of the May meeting were read and approved after
Anna Turner noted that Meals on Wheels would be delivered July 3
to cover both July 3rd and July 4th.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
The Bayou Bend visit is sold out - 45 Seniors will make the
trip to Bayou Bend, return for lunch (Picnic) and proceed to
the Ship Channel. Cost - $7.00 per person.
On June 24, two films will be shown. One is called, "You're
in Control - Americans and the Law", followed by a question
and answer period led by Dahlia Stokes. Another on Elderhostel
will by followed by questions and answers led by Elizabeth
McRoberts.
In July, Barbara Ownsby will give a "no salt & talk" luncheon
for the Stroke Group.
Joan said that the City is prepared to pay for Meals on
Wheels for 5 needy Seniors in West University. Mrs. Turner
will bill the City each month.
Wednesday, July 8 there will be a talk on nursing homes
followed by lunch.
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MONTHLY REPORT:
Joan read the monthly report (attached).
APAC REPORT:
No report given.
TREASURER'S REPORT:
Report was given by Ken Pearce:
Received $297.00
Spent $436.00
Balance $1,509.60
MEALS ON WHEELS:
Mrs. Turner reports she has plenty of money. She has lost a faith-
ful driver who died suddenly. She would like to buy Hydergine more
cheaply for those who need this medication for Parkinson's Disease
and for memory loss. At present it costs $50.00 per month per
prescription. Two persons take this medication. (CCS helps with
utilities but not with medicines.) Mrs. Turner, as usual, has been
taking care of emergencies for her clients in her own wonderful way.
We salute her.
GARDEN CLUB:
Joan noted that begonias have been planted outside the building.
Thank you Garden Club!
OLD BUSINESS:
Re - adding $1.00 to utility bill:
The group decided to word the announcement in City Currents
saying the help on utility bill payments will be limited to
Senior Citizens demonstrating a need - "Qualifying". Joan Eccles
is to determine if persons qualify.
Bingo Fee:
Dottie Shaw asked for permission to charge an additional dollar
for an additional Bingo card at the games. It was moved and
seconded to grant the request.
Van Update:
City Council has OK'd the plans and it goes out for bids soon.
Budget:
Joan needs:
A driver for the van
A computer and printer
A large TV on wheels
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NEW BUSINESS:
Speaking Engagements:
Joan is speaking at church luncheons informing the area
residents of the functions of Senior Services. Maybe it
will bring volunteers for driving and repair work.
DISCUSSION:
Re- Rules on Renting the Building:
Curtis thinks we ask too much rent. Joan says she feels
we should not rent it at all because those who have used it
have not taken care of it and have left it in bad condition.
Mr. Smith suggested that a down payment of $200.00 (for re-
pairs and clean up) be charged renters. A city employee
should be present while renters are here.
ADJOURNMENT:
At 5:00 p.m. Gene Hines moved for adjournment. Dahlia Stokes
seconded. Meeting adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Leah McRoberts, Secretary
APPROVED:
Jane Breazeal, Chairperson