03-08-2023 - Senior Advisory - Minutes FINALCITY OF
Federal Way
Centered on Opportunity
SENIOR ADVISORY COMMISSION
SUMMARY
Wednesday, March 8, 2023
Hylebos Conference Room, 2:00pm
Commissioners Present: Chair Lana Bostic, Vice -Chair Catherine North, Commissioner Kenneth
Pratt, Commissioner Cheryl Volheim, Commissioner Tammy Dziak„
Commissioner Frank Fields, Commissioner Debbie Harvey (arrival at
2:31pm), Commissioner Sue Ellebrecht (arrival at 2:31pm)
Absent: Commissioner Vicky Foreman
Staff Present: Deputy Mayor Susan Honda, Amy Glandon, Colleen Minion, Kathy Davis,
Rick Perez
Citizens Present: Pastor Colleen Chinen, Brynn Esbenshade
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 2:01pm.
2. PUBLIC COMMENT
• None.
3. COMMISSIONER'S COMMENTS
■ Vice -Chair Catherine North mentioned the food program offered by the Federal Way Public
Market for seniors on an income -related basis. Vice -Chair North stated that the Public
Market was invited to the Senior Health & Resource Fair, and in -kind, the Senior Advisory
Commission would be invited to set up a table at the Farmer's Market. She encouraged
everyone to spread the word about the program and direct them to fill out an application.
• Commissioner Frank Fields noted some errors in the on -boarding folder they were given
and directed the edits to Ms. Amy Glandon. Commissioner Fields also wished Happy
Birthday to Deputy Mayor Susan Honda. Commissioner Fields then requested an update on
the Broadband Study. Per Deputy Mayor Honda the report should be presented next week
and then will be sent out.
■ Commissioner Cheryl Volheim invited the commission to the 25th anniversary party for the
Mirror taking place at the Community Center later that evening.
• Chair Lana Bostic brought up the item of an updated Senior Advisory Commission picture,
and stated that she would invite Olivia Sullivan from the Mirror to attend the April meeting
to take the picture.
4. COMMISSION BUSINESS
A. APPROVAL OF FEBRUARY 8, 2023 MEETING MINUTES
Commissioner Kenneth Pratt moved approval of the February 8, 2023 meeting minutes as
presented; second by Commissioner Tammy Dziak. Motion passed unanimously.
B. SENIOR HEALTHY LIVING PRESENTATION / GUEST: BRYNN ESBENSHADE, OWNER, TEMPLE
FITNESS
Ms. Brynn Esbenshade introduced herself as a 9-year business owner within Federal Way
with her husband, Dan. This year they are looking to push outreach into the community
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regarding nutrition, fitness, and overall wellness. She stated that there is a lot of information
about wellness, however, when working with people who are less active and beginning the
journey, it is about asking the easy question of: "If you were to fall, could you get off the
ground unassisted?" Mr. & Mrs. Esbenshade takes this approach with their fitness
community and continue to try to educate the community to enhance the quality of lives.
Ms. Esbenshade noted that the pricing for their services is typically higher than a senior's
fixed income could support, which is why they are trying to get out into the community at
different centers to bring a personalized focus outside of their gym. Commissioner Tammy
Dziak asked if they had studied geriatric therapy that would give them authority, to which
Ms. Esbenshade said that although not specifically geriatric therapy, they have worked in
those capacities for over 9 years and work with physical therapists to tailor their training to
assist. Ms. Esbenshade noted that Temple Fitness previously had a senior focused class
called "Movement Improvement", but had moved away from senior specific to bring all
generations together to build community. Ms. Esbenshade showed a video about what it is
like to work with Temple Fitness, and thanked the Commission for their time and any
assistance that they could receive from the Commission to work with the senior community.
C. 2024-2029 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PLAN PRESENTATION / GUESTS: COLLEEN
MINION, KATHY DAVIS, RICK PEREZ, PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Members of the Public Works Department attended the Senior Advisory Commission
meeting to garner input on what kind of projects that the commissioners would like to see
included in the 2024-2029 Transportation Improvement Plan. Mr. Rick Perez noted that
this is for a 6-year transportation plan, and would be included in the Public Works Section
of the Comprehensive Plan. This answers what projects to fund over the next 6-years once
adopted by the Council. Since the City's incorporation, they have received 11 of the 15
grants that Public Works has applied for, and want to continue that with input from the
community. Some ideas that were given by Vice -Chair Catherine North and Commissioner
Tammy Dziak included longer times for crosswalks, additional crosswalks on Pacific
Highway South, and interactive traffic signals that would adjust to know the pace that
someone was walking across the crosswalk. Mr. Perez noted that this adaptive system has
been adopted, and is hopeful to have it fully implemented by the end of 2023. Mr. Perez
concluded their presentation with acknowledging the flyer and QR code for community
engagement throughout the process.
D. REVISIONS TO BYLAWS
Ms. Amy Glandon presented the revisions to the bylaws as discussed at the last meeting.
For Item 9A of the bylaws, Commissioner Frank Fields moved to adopt the revision as
presented; second by Vice -Chair Catherine North. Motion passed unanimously.
For Item 913 of the bylaws, Vice -Chair Catherine North moved to adopt the revision as
presented; second by Commissioner Kenneth Pratt. Motion passed unanimously.
For Item 10A of the bylaws, Commissioner Kenneth Pratt moved to adopt the revision as
presented; second by Commissioner Tammy Dziak. Motion passed unanimously.
For Item 12B of the bylaws, Commissioner Kenneth Pratt moved to adopt the revision as
presented; second by Commissioner Cheryl Volheim. Motion passed unanimously.
E. SENIOR HEALTH & RESOURCE FAIR
ITEM E1- VENDOR / SPONSOR LETTER APPROVAL
Ms. Amy Glandon reviewed the revised draft letter with the commission for approval.
Amendments to the letter include the addition of the address to the Performing Arts & Event
Center and removing media information requests. Commissioner Tammy Dziak moved
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approval of the amended letter for the vendors and sponsors; second by Commissioner
Kenneth Pratt. Motion passed unanimously.
ITEM E2 - BAGS & PRINTING APPROVAL.
Ms. Amy Glandon presented the three bids for the bags and printed. Pastor Colleen Chinen
stated that Steel Lake Presbyterian Church would be sponsoring the printing of these bags
and that all were within the budget and her choice would be to go with Option 3 as it
appeared to be a better -quality bag. Commissioner Tammy Dziak moved approval to
purchase the bags at a quantity of 300 on Option 3; second by Commissioner Debbie
Harvey. Motion passed unanimously.
ITEM E3 - FINAL VENDOR LIST.
Ms. Amy Glandon passed out a copy of the final vendor list for the Senior Health & Resource
Fair. It was noted that there are two representations of Edward Jones Investment from both
Tacoma and Federal Way. Vice -Chair Catherine North questioned whether they should both
be in attendance, although Chair Lana Bostic stated that everyone who has applied and
paid should be welcomed; the vendors could be looked at more closely in any events moving
forward. With the addition of the Farmer's Market, the total vendors for the Senior Health
& Resource Fair is 38.
ITEM E4 - FINAL SPONSOR LIST.
Ms. Amy Glandon passed out a copy of the final sponsor list for the Senior Health &
Resource Fair. It was noted by Ms. Glandon that the only sponsor who has not yet paid is
Virginia Mason Franciscan, but that their payment was expected sometime in March. The
total sponsors for the Senior Health & Resource Fair is 6.
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Ms. Amy Glandon presented the information for the event rental company that has been
used previously by the City for events. It was noted by the commission that 35 tables would
be needed, and therefore the cost would be increased but still within budget. Vice -Chair
Catherine North moved approval of the rental of 35 tables from Anna's Party Rental; second
by Commissioner Tammy Dziak. Motion passed unanimously.
5. STAFF REPORT
Ms. Amy Glandon passed out the flyer for the Comprehensive Plan Town Hall event coming
up on March 9, 2023 from 4:30pm-7pm at the Community Center, and encouraged the
Commission to attend to give their input on the Comprehensive Plan.
**Chair Lana Bostic left briefly at 3:57pm and returned at 3:59pm**
■ Deputy Mayor Susan Honda made note of the Sound Transit delays due to location
struggles. She stated that they are hopeful that everything will continue to move forward.
6. OTHER BUSINESS
• Commissioner Debbie Harvey requested that at the next meeting there is an item on the
agenda to focus on what the next project that the Senior Advisory Commission would be
looking to take on. She also requested that the Commission meetings stay non -political in
nature.
7. NEXT MEETING - Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at 2:00pm in the Hylebos Conference Room at City
Hall.
8. ADJOURN -The meeting adjourned at 4:04pm.
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A t'
Amy Gla , Executive Assistant to Council
Approved by Senior Advisory Commission: Oirhbwo
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Card # Program Year 2023
(For ogicial use only)
WA Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program Application & Affidavit for Eligibility
*Name:
Address:
City:
Phone:
Zip code:
*Birth date (month/day/year):
Apt #:
County:
The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) provides fresh fruit and vegetables to
lower -income seniors with the goal of improving their health and nutritional status. It also
supports local fanning by increasing the use of farmers markets and roadside stands.
To be eligible for the SFMNP, you must meet all of the following:
You must be 60 years old or older (or 55+ if you are Native -American /Alaska Native)
Your income must be below 185% ,of Federal Poverty Level. That means:
o $26,973 Annual or $2,248 Monthly Income for 1 person
o $36,482 Annual or $3,Wvonthly Income for 2 people
o For larger households, add $792 for each additional person
You must be a resident of Washington State
By signing this form, you certify that you meet the all the eligibility requirements above
and acknowledge that you have been given SFItfiNP Rights and Responsibilities
information.
Participant Signature
Please answer the two questions below:
1. Do you consider yourself Hispanic/Latino?
Date
❑ Yes - ❑ No
2. *Please check all that apply: ❑ American Indian or Alaska Native ❑ Asian ❑ African American
❑ Caucasian ❑ Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from
discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or reprisal or retaliation for
prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. Please see the other side
of the affidavit for more information.
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