Senior Citizens' Advisory Council
TL;DR
The Senior Citizens' Advisory Council met to discuss critical initiatives for local seniors, focusing on a potential property tax increase to fund senior services and exploring ways to improve digital literacy and community engagement. The council considered several proposals aimed at enhancing quality of life for senior residents, including volunteer programs, fitness activities, and technology training.
Key Decisions
- Property Tax Levy for Senior Services Discussion in progress
- Digital Literacy Training Partnerships Under exploration with local libraries and tech companies
- Senior Volunteer Program Development Preliminary discussion initiated
- Senior Fitness and Wellness Activities Proposed partnership with local fitness centers
Agenda
- Senior Citizens' Advisory Council Monday, September 9, 2024 9:30 am Location: Hybrid via Zoom and In-Person @ Plaza Library Small Meeting Room 4801 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64112 PUBLIC OBSERVANCE OF MEETINGS Senior Citizens' Advisory Council members and the public may attend this meeting in person or via videoconference. Closed sessions, if necessary, will be conducted through teleconference. The public is invited to observe the meeting and participate through Zoom using the provided link: Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: Please click this URL to join. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84847959818 AGENDA Call to Order Roll call of members present. Introduction and formal swearing-in for new Senior Citizens' Advisory Council members. Recap of last month's Meeting Discussion Topics: Jackson County Property Tax Levy for Senior Services: Discuss the upcoming November ballot measure to increase property taxes for the "Jackson County Seniors Count" initiative. Examine the expected impact on senior services, including Meals on Wheels, transportation, and home repairs. Exploring Partnerships for Digital Literacy Training: Consider potential partnerships with local libraries, tech companies, and community colleges to provide digital literacy training for seniors. This training would help seniors navigate technology more confidently, from online banking to virtual social interactions. Developing a Senior Volunteer Program: Discuss creating a volunteer program for seniors interested in contributing to community projects, mentoring youth, or participating in local events. The program could provide opportunities for social engagement and purposeful activity. Promoting Senior Fitness and Wellness Activities: Discuss launching a series of fitness and wellness activities tailored to senior citizens, such as walking clubs, yoga classes, or nutrition workshops, in partnership with local fitness centers and health organizations. Public Comments Open the floor to the public for comments, limited to 3 minutes per speaker. Committee Reports Finance Transportation Neighborhoods Legal Review New and Old Business . Adjournment