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Senior Affairs Commission Page 3 Minutes of Thursday,February 8,2001 ITEM 3 -UPDATE ON EMERGENCY UTILITY PROGRAMS Commissioner Borgens reported that PG&E had cancelled all emergency programs as of February 8, 2001 due to the huge demand. Commissioner M. Walsh said that some assistance was available through H.E.A.P.. Director Centeno reported that weatherization programs,bill payment and balanced payment plans are offered by the North Peninsula Neighborhood Association and St. Vincent de Paul Society. Fair Oaks Community Center and Senior Services at the Veterans Memorial Senior Center have further information. Manager Griffith will provide Commissioners with Help At Home booklets. Director Centeno stated that a utility users tax increase and possible change of percentages charged might be an issue for priority setting by Council on Saturday, February 10, 2001. These funds go to the Capital Improvement program. ITEM 4-FUTURE COMMISSION MEETING AT SANDPIPER Senior Affairs Commission would like to meet at Sandpiper Community Center on their regular meeting dates in either April or May 2001. Administrative Assistant Denise Monroe will confirm and report. ITEM 6-CAMPAIGN FINANCING Commissioner L. Walsh requested that Senior Affairs Commission send a letter to state officials requesting limits on funds being donated to public officials campaigns. Commissioner Borgens suggested contacting national organizations like Common Cause as well as senators and congresspersons. Commissioner Grove recommended writing to newspapers regarding the issue, urging the public write to their public representatives or to email Common Cause requesting a form letter for public distribution which individuals could then mail to their representatives. M/S L. Walsh/Borgens: To write letter to Common Cause supporting campaign finance reform and seeking their assistance. Motion passed. ANNOUNCEMENTS -Director Centeno stated the City Council was meeting Saturday, February 10, 2001, from 8:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the half-year discussion of priorities. -Manager Griffith invited all to the Veterans Memorial Senior Center on Saturday, March 10, 2001 for the Arbor Day event from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. and the Women's History Celebration from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. featuring delightful displays, entertainment and refreshments. Tickets are$7.00 for general admission, $5.00 for seniors and students. -Commissioner Grove announced the Redwood City Education Foundation Fundraiser on Friday, March 30, 2001 at Foresters Hall. Dinner and silent auction are featured. Tickets are $15.00 to $20.00.