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Senior Affairs Commission Page 3 Minutes of Thursday,June 13,2002 rates, such as at St. Joseph Mission, but shuttles would be necessary if the lots are not within walking distance, which could present timing issues. The area behind the Center is also being investigated by the County as a possible site. Permit parking in the current lot is also being explored. Clarence Juett inquired about using the Costco parking lot during the lunch hour. Carpool parking spaces were also discussed. -Housing John Dempsey reported the City would host a Housing Symposium on Saturday, June 29 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Forester's Hall. Redwood City has a provision in their housing element stating no "single resident occupancy". The symposium will present and discuss a wide variety of housing needs facing Redwood City. In November 2001, a community conversation on affordable housing for seniors was held at the Veterans Memorial Senior Center that was very successful. Another such meeting will be planned within the next few months and those interested in attending are welcome. Flyers will be posted when plans are finalized. Commissioner Grove requested more information about when the Senior Survey will go out with City Manager Ed Everett's city survey. -Strategic Planning Committee Update No report this month. ITEM 3 - PROGRAM UPDATES -Fair Oaks Senior Center Susan Houston reported that the Fair Oaks Community Center's Open House on May 16, 2002 was a success. Their Mother's Day event was visited by Channel 7 and televised on the news. May goals were exceeded in the nutrition and transportation programs. Case management program is at 200% of goal. Cost of meals will be going up next year. Aging and Adult Services will help subsidize the program for one year so costs will not be increased for patrons during that period. Other possible vendors are being researched for the future. -Veterans Memorial Senior Center Manager Griffith reported that in May, 370 rides were provided by the Center's van. Kaiser pilot project for cooperative transportation with VMSC continues to be worked on. The Human Race, held on Saturday, May 11, raised over $12,500.00 which was $500.00 more than last year. The Hot Summer Nights Dinner Dance held on June 6 had 65 people in attendance and was enjoyed by all participants.