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SENIOR COMMISSION MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 16, 2012
Chairwoman Nevin called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Barbara Nevin, Camille Swanson, Carol Buesgens,
Dorina A. Tipton, Thomas Wilson, Jackie Engel and Terry Grathen.
MEMBERS ABSENT: None.
STAFF PRESENT: Sue Bill.
VISITORS: Lenny Schmidt.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Commissioner Grathen moved to approve the
agenda. Commissioner Swanson seconded the motion to approve the
agenda. All voted in favor and the motion carried.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES DATED: September 21, 2012
Beyond the Yellow Ribbon
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Commissioner Nevin updated the Commission on the November 10
breakfast event at the American Legion. She stated the room was packed and
that it was a wonderful well organized event that consisted of various
speakers and raffle prizes. Mayor Furlong, City Council Members and
Carver County Commissioners were in attendance. Secretary of State Richie
gave the proclamation.
Triad: Lenny Schmidt stated that Carver County is developing a logo for
Carver Co Triad. The County is in the process of hiring a consultant to do a
strategic plan. Triad meetings occur quarterly. Lenny stated that the fall
“Take Back Drug Program” collected over 200 lbs of medication. They are
looking into a “Take Back Box(s)” to be placed around the county for
regular disposal. He also explained the Sharps program and that he is
looking into this program for Carver Co. Commissioner Nevin asked how
the work with MN DOT for traffic control at major intersections was going.
Lenny said we will be seeing more blinking yellow lights at major
intersections.
Store to Door – Groceries for Seniors: Twenty Eight households are being
serviced from the Chanhassen Cub Foods Store. Four are Carver County
households and the rest are western Hennepin County residents. Store to
Door has opening and would like more Carver County residents. Volunteer
shoppers and order takers are needed.
Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging (MAAA) Grant: The City of
Waconia will be the fiscal agent for the 2 grants (Strategic Planning &
Home Modification Projects) The Strategic Planning grant will be for
consultant time to work with the six Carver Co Senior Commissions and the
Home Modification Projects Grant will be for Universal Design Education
and training. The CarFit Marketing project application was denied.
Intergenerational Activities: Commissioner Nevin asked Sue Bill if the
Bluff Creek School event will be repeated this year. Sue Bill stated she will
follow up and let the commission know.
ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner Wilson moved, Commissioner Tipton
seconded the motion to adjourn the meeting. All voted in favor and the motion
carried.
Submitted by Sue Bill