COUNTY COMMISSION ON AGING

TUESDAY, 7-1-08

ONALASKA COMMUNITY CENTER-515 QUINCY ST-ONALASKA, WI 54650

NOON – 1:45 PM

MEMBERS PRESENT: Audrey Kader, Chairperson, Patricia Boge, Shirley Holman, Robert Machotka, Dr. Edward Miner

MEMBERS EXCUSED: Sharon Hampson, Brad Pfaff

OTHERS PRESENT: Noreen Kuroski, Director, County Aging Unit

CALL TO ORDER

Audrey Kader, Committee Chair, called the meeting to order at Noon.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF 6-3-08

MOTION: Motion by Patricia Boge and seconded by Dr. Edward Miner to approve

Minutes of 6-3-08. Pass unanimously.

PUBLIC COMMENT

None

DIRECTOR’S REPORT

FIND A RIDE

Noreen Kuroski gave an update and distributed business-type cards that included the “800” phone number as well as the statewide website that has links to various counties. The radio ad “jingle” is being played on WKTY 1410 AM and WIZM 93.3 FM and will be expanded to other stations over time. This is a regional program with the neighboring counties as well as into southwest Minnesota and northeast Iowa. Noreen Kuroski also reported that Gundersen Lutheran is interested in the program as it will assist their patients in finding rides for their appointments. A meeting will be held on Friday, 7-11-08 at Gundersen Lutheran to pursue this further.

PUBLIC TRANSIT RURAL – UPDATE
The expansion into the Villages of Rockland, Bangor and Town of Holland, in mid March, 2008 there has been a total of 159 rides to these three areas over a 2.5 month period. A statistical informational sheet was provided to the Commission Board members.

VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION CELEBRATION INVITATION

The theme for the Volunteer Recognition Celebration for Thursday, 8-14-08 at Baus Haus

is “Believe & Achieve 2008”. Commission Board members will receive invitations to the Volunteer Recognition Celebration.

BULK FOOD DELIVERY – UPDATE

Noreen Kuroski had to attend the County Board meeting on Thursday, 6-19-08 to recommend Riverfront and because the amount would exceed $20,000.  The County Board of Supervisors

BULK FOOD DELIVERY – UPDATE CON’T

made the recommendation for Riverfront to begin the bulk food delivery on 7-1-08.  The present 2008 contract will be used to the end of the year.  For the Year 2009, an RFP will be solicited for the bulk food delivery service.

PRELIMINARY 2008 BUDGET MEETING

Noreen Kuroski reported that for the Year 2009 budget there will be zero increase. 

The budget is due on Friday, 7-18-08.  The budget review meeting will be held on Friday,

8-15-08 from 9:30 am to 10:00 am. Chairperson Kader is invited to attend.

MEDICARE-MEDICARE ADVANTAGE EDUCATION SESSION PLANNED FOR AUGUST FOR THE PUBLIC, OLDER ADULTS/THEIR FAMILIES AND PROVIDERS

A hand-out was provided to the Commission Board members regarding “Making Medicare Work for You” that will be held on Tuesday, 8-5-08 at Faith & Life Center at Bethany-Riverside. The first session will be from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM geared towards health care providers and professionals. The second session will be from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM geared for consumers, older adults and families. Open to the public with no charge. Pat Boge requested a copy of this flier be provided to the Main Library.

MEALS SITES

HAYFIELD

Noreen Kuroski and Dawn Jorstad have met with Ryan the owner of H Hayfield Restaurant in Barre Mills who has proposed to provide home-delivered meals in Barre Mills, Medary, Green Field and St. Joseph’s Ridge at $4.50 to $4.65. Our proposal would include a flat rate for delivery of the meals that would be negotiated as part of the total meal cost. Congregate meals may also be offered in the future. All meals would be billed directly to the participant. The suggested donation is $3.00 per meal.  If the CMO, or new MCO request meals to this rural area the total cost of the meal would be paid.  Noreen Kuroski will update the Commission Board members on any new developments regarding the Hayfield Restaurant.

FRENCH ISLAND

Noreen Kuroski reported that at a previous Commission Board meeting discussion involved the closing of the French Island Nutrition Site. There are 18 home-delivered meals but only 4 individuals eating in the congregate program.  There would be a projected savings per year of $16,122.00 annually.  The home-delivered meals would be moved to H.J. Olson Center and/or Sauber Manor with a possible increase in the site manager’s hours by .25 or could be absorbed with existing hours. The site manager at French Island would be offered a substitute site manager position with move to a regular site manager when available.  MOTION:  Moved by Pat Boge and seconded by Shirley Holman to continue to explore alternative options regarding the closing of the French Island Nutrition Site. Pass unanimously.

ORGANIZATIONAL CHART

A copy of the organizational chart was given to the Commission Board members for their review and discussion.

MINI BUS

FUEL ESCALATOR CLAUSE COSTS

Noreen Kuroski reported that a fuel escalator clause is in the Mini Bus contract and due to fuel increases this clause has been implemented in order to cover increased costs for gasoline, to date an additional $3,000.

5310 VEHICLE AVAILABILITY

La Crosse County Facilities Department is accepting sealed bids for the sale of 1-1997 G.M.C. bus, diesel, 16 passengers, 14 seats, 2 wheelchair spaces, with handicapped lift, 95,131 miles and 1-1994 G.M.C. bus, gas, 16 passengers, 14 seats, 2 wheelchair spaces, with handicapped lift, 120,798 miles. Bids are to be sealed and received no later than 9:00 AM on 7-11-08 in the Facilities Department. Minimum bid must exceed $350.00 per vehicle. Bid will be opened promptly after the deadline on 7-11-08.  The balance of the successful bid must be paid by money order or certified check by 7-15-08 and vehicles removed from County property by 5:00 pm on 7-15-08..

REPRESENTATIVE FROM COMMISSION ON AGING FOR AGE ADVANTAGE

Dr. Miner updated the Commission Board members on the latest developments of the Age Advantage office.

FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

Power Point Presentation
 

ADJOURNMENT

MOTION: Moved by Robert Machotka and seconded by Dr. Edward Miner to adjourn.

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 1:45 PM.

Minutes may be approved, amended, or corrected at the next Committee meeting.

Ruth Hafner, Recorder