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1999 06 18CHANHASSEN SENIOR COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING June 18th, 1999 Chairwomen Sherol Howard called the meeting to order at 9:40am. MEMBERS PRESENT: Sherol Howard, Mel Kurvers, Tom Faust, Jean Mancini, Albin Olson and Bobbie Headla. MEMBERS ABSENT: Dale Geving. STAFF PRESENT: Sharmin A1-Jaff, Senior Planner and Kara Wickenhauser, Senior Center Coordinator. VISITORS PRESENT: Mary Jane Klingelhutz, Larry Klein, Bernie & Helen Kerber and Shirley Robinson. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA: Commissioner Albin Olson moved to approve the agenda. Commissioner Sherol Howard seconded the motion. All voted in favor and the motion was carried. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Bobbie Headla moved to approve the minutes. Jean Mancini seconded the motion. All voted in favor and the motion was carried. VISITOR PRESENTATION: Mary Jane Klingelhutz presented a concern about the possible development of the property located east of Lake Susan and east of Highway 101 (Lake Susan Apartment Homes). She is concerned about the traffic levels that this development would create, as well as the type of housing that would be built. Mary Jane feels that one of the three proposed buildings should be considered for assisted living for seniors. Mary Jane asked for the support of the Senior Commission by passing a resolution and forwarding it to the City Council. Chairperson Howard explained that the Senior Commission recently met with the City Council to discuss their goals for the year. The City Council is aware of the Senior Commission's position regarding housing. She also stated that the commission receives direction from the City Council and not the other way around. It was suggested that Mary Jane approach the City Council on her own with the support of other residents who are not on the Senior Commission. It was also stated that if a commissioner wishes to attend the Council meeting and speak regarding this project, then they shall do so as residents of the City and not as Senior Commissioners2 Sharmin explained that the City sets its requirements and standards in advance. We then compare any proposal that is submitted to the City against these standards. If a proposal meet city ordinances and requirements, then the City has to approve the proposal. Sharmin invited Bob Generous, Senior Planner down to the meeting to answer any questions regarding the Villages on the Pond development. Bob said the proposed plans call for 3 buildings of 165 units to be considered affordable housing. To meet the Metropolitan Council standards the apartments would be available for rent at roughly $600.00 a month. Bob suggested that if there were any other additional concerns or questions that the seniors attend the Monday, June 28th City Council meeting at 6:30pm. VERBAL UPDATE ON MEETING WITH CITY COUNCIL: City Council work session with the Senior Commission on Monday, June 7th went smoothly. The main discussion revolved around the need for Senior Assisted Living and Senior Housing in general. Certain pieces of property within the City that are being reviewed for development were discussed. CONGREGATE DINING & MEALS ON WHEELS: Numbers for the Congregate Dining Program continue to remain low. Meals on Wheels numbers are holding steady at 10 to 14 meals a day served. UPDATE ON SENIOR CENTER ACTIVITIES: The Senior Awareness Film was presented to the Senior Advisory Board with feedback following. The SAB enjoyed the film. The only suggestions that were made to improve the film, was to update a few of the pictures, add some more activity pictures and format the film onto video cassette. The Knights of Columbus will be hosting their annual 4th of July Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, July 3rd from 9:30am - 11:00am. Upcoming events and trips include; Minnesota Zoo, Chanhassen Dinner Theatres "Good News", St. Cloud Trip, Boat Cruise & Northwest Fur Co., and Lake Susan Picnic. Fall and early winter trip planning will be completed in mid-August. UPDATE ON MAAA GRANT APPLICATIONS: The only grant money that is available for year 2000 falls in the category of Disease Control. SENIOR COMMISSION COMMENTS: Sherol Howard will be completing her term as a Carver County Senior Advisory Board Member and will not reapply. Sherol feels that there should be representation from Chanhassen and suggested that a Senior Commission member apply for the vacancy. Tom Faust and Bobbie Headla expressed interest. Meetings are held every other month and are held in the Carver County Courthouse. Kara will order new name plates for Senior Commissioners Mel Kurvers, Tom Faust and Jean Mancini. Jean Mancini resigned from the Beautification Committee. The Senior Commission will be in the 4th of July parade. Two to three convertibles will be donated from Lenzen Chevrolet in Chaska. ADJOURNMENT: Jean Mancini moved to adjourn the meeting. Tom Faust seconded the motion. All voted in favor and the motion carried. Prepared and Submitted by Kara Wickenhauser, Chanhassen Senior Center Coordinator.