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said a fee schedule would be developed for those people using the bus/van in order to cover the costs. Commissioner Truscelli mentioned he contacted the Woodside Terrace Retirement Center to obtain information about the costs of their 21 passenger van but was unable to get any information and Commissioner Lloyd said he would check into this matter. Roundtable Leo Walsh of the Commission on Aging spoke about the health care needs of seniors and asked if our Commission had any policies regarding President Clinton's proposed health care reform as it pertains to seniors. Chairperson Anthony said the Commission has no definite statement or plan regarding this program because more information is needed about the program. Commissioner Jordan suggested having various speakers come to the Commission to speak about this subject during 1994. Suggested speakers were the City's Director of Human Resources, AARP and various hospitals in the area. The Commissioners were interested in determining what are the issues of seniors regarding this health care package and their need for a clear understanding of the proposed program. Some of their concerns were long term care, quality of service and cost of the program. TEWCI Chairperson Dr. Roger Willey said he practiced medicine for 38 years in San Mateo County and noted the current health care system is not good and there needs to be a better system. Chairperson Anthony said he would check with local hospitals regarding this subject. The regular meeting of the Senior Affairs Commission was adjourned to be reconvened at 9:00am on Wednesday, January 12, 1994 at the Senior Center Annex, 711 Nevada Street, Redwood City, California.