Senior Advisory Committee

____________________________________________________________________________ DATE: November 13, 2025 TO: Iya Josephmenard, SAC Members FROM: Nickola Frye SUBJECT: Minutes – November 13, 2025 Minutes – November 13, 2025 Submit Written Public Comment - none Email the Committee Clerk at: ijosephmenard@cityofpetaluma.org, with the subject line “Public Comment.” Comments that are received at least two hours prior to the meeting will be distributed to Committee members and published with the agenda packet on the City's website as part of the public record for the meeting. Comments received after the cutoff time will be distributed and posted online following the meeting. Decorum The Chair has the authority to rule any speaker out of order, including speakers during the General Public Comment period, if the subject raised is not within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Committee, or during a public hearing or a general business item if the speaker is not presenting testimony or evidence relevant to the matter or if the speaker becomes disruptive to the proceedings and conduct of the meeting. The Chair also has the authority to order any person who willfully interrupts the meeting to be removed. All persons are expected to conduct themselves with civility and courtesy at all times. All persons giving comments shall speak directly to the Committee and address issues, not individuals. Personal attacks and cursing are not tolerated in order to foster an environment where everyone feels welcome to speak. Animals in Meeting Locations No animals shall be allowed at or brought in to a public meeting by any person except (i) as to members of the public or City staff utilizing the assistance of a service animal, which is defined

as a guide dog, signal dog, or other animal individually trained to provide assistance to an individual with a disability, or (ii) as to police officers using the assistance of dog(s) in law enforcement duties. CALL TO ORDER – by Chair Nickola Frye at: 9:05 ROLL CALL - Nickola Frye, Don Forman, Gabriella Ambrosi, Seth Combs - abs, Kathy Myers – 1bs, Robert Bailey STAFF LIAISON - Iya Josephmenard, Lindsey Fisher - abs PRESENTATION: - none GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT During General Public Comment, the public is invited to make comments on items of public interest that are within the Senior Advisory Committee’s subject matter jurisdiction and that are not listed on the current agenda. Public comments are limited up to three minutes per person. Depending on the number of persons wishing to address the Committee, time will be allocated in equal shares totaling no more than twenty minutes, subject to the Committee’s discretion (Cal. Gov’t. Code §54954.3(a), Petaluma Rules, Policies and Procedures, III). PUBLIC COMMENT: visitor – Pam Abinoff, Petaluma resident interested in Sonoma County resources APPROVAL OF MINUTES of October meeting: - no changes, approved as delivered PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION: NEW BUSINESS: 1. Agenda item: Discussion regarding the question brought forth by Robert regarding the concerns in his written document. Iya will create a staff report with background, attachments, etc. The SAC (through a vote) allowing a majority of the SAC to either 1) adopt and send a letter provided, 2) discuss changes to a draft letter and agree to bring back for a vote, or 3) take a different approach and reach out to the Healthy Petaluma network with a series of questions to better understand why the aging demographics were not prominently featured. Motion by Robert, 2nd by Gabriella, passed 3 to 1 Representative(s) (no more than three) will ask to meet with a representative of Healthy Petaluma to get clarification on the Women’s Health Needs Report regarding the need to provide services to senior/older adults women. OLD BUSINESS:

1. Chair Report – Update – 2. Ad Hoc Committee Reports and Updates: Goal 1: Enhance Social Activities for Seniors Ad Hoc Members - Nickola Frye, Kathy Meyers, Iya Josephmenard (PSC) Objective: To create more social opportunities for seniors to connect, engage, and build friendships. Slideshow regarding RTP and PCS Internship Program building new planters and benches for the front of the Petaluma Senior Center – presented, comments Goal 2: Improve Senior Physical Health and Well-being Ad Hoc Members - Nickola Frye, Don Forman, Drake Cunningham (RTP) Objective: To promote a healthier lifestyle and well-being among seniors. No report for November. Goal 3: Improve Senior Mental Health and Well-being Ad Hoc Members – Kathy Myers Objective: To promote a healthier lifestyle and well-being among seniors. Kathy will report on status Ad Hoc committee. Kathy abs Goal 4: Increase Access to Information and Resources Ad Hoc members - Gabriella Ambrosi, Nickola Frye, Iya Josephmenard (PSC), Patricia Souza (non-SAC member), Objective: To ensure seniors have access to important information and resources. Report regarding success of Senior Resources Symposium. Information from Gabriella and Nickola, positive comments from SAC members Goal 5: Advocate for Senior-Friendly Infrastructure Ad Hoc members: Don Foreman, Seth Combs, Nickola Frye Objective: To create a more senior-friendly environment in Petaluma. Report regarding update on downtown restroom. – still working on city approval. Don will feel out the city. Goal 6: Work with Sonoma County Master Plan for Aging Ad Hoc Members: No Ad Hoc - all SAC members will participate (if possible) in MPA. Objective: To create and increase a working relationship with MPA. No report Goal 7: Foster Intergenerational Connections Ad Hoc members: Nickola Frye Objective: To encourage connections between seniors and younger generations. COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS: member comments