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Board of Supervisors ,January 14; 2014 CONTINUATION Or SPONSORSHIP OF THE Page 2 ANNUAL SENIOR AWARENESS DAY REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION: For 35 years, the Board of Supervisors has supported the Annual Senior Awareness Day event organized by the Human Services Agency (HSA). Thousands attend Senior Awareness Day each year,. obtaining valuable information on local services, products, and facilities that benefit the aging population and caregivers. Senior Awareness Day also celebrates the longevity of seniors and their importance as contributors to the well being, vitality,and prosperity of San Joaquin County. Senior Awareness Day could not be made possible without support from the community. Volunteers of all ages enthusiastically provide assistance by participating on the planning committee and/or by working the day of the event. Other County departments also support HSA in carrying out the event, including Health Care Services, the Sheriffs Office, Parks and Recreation, Environmental Health, Public Works, and Purchasing. Donations are also received from several private businesses, some of which require a donation agreement signed by the HSA Director of ening that funds or products will be used exclusively for Senior Awareness Day. The 36`11 Annual Senior Awareness Day is planned for May 29, 2014 at Micke Grove Park. HSA believes that as a result of the event being supported by the Board of Supervisors, Senior Awareness Day advances the status of seniors. It has captured the attention and support of the community at large, escalated the awareness of seniors, and produced significant outcomes over the years. Additionally, the event has grown and offers more senior programs and services by private and public sectors, additional requests for senior representation on boards and commissions, and new se>uor employment opportunities. At this time,staff is requesting that the Board proclaim May 29, 2014 to be the 36'x'Annual Senior Awareness Day. To support the event, staff is requesting the Board continue to exempt the event from Environmental llealth, Parks and Recreation, and other County department fees, and authorize the HSA Director to approve all related expenses for the event. FISCAL IMPACT: Total Cost While costs vary slightly from year to year,the budget for this year is $30,045. The event is funded by the Older Americans Act. revenue from booth rentals. community organization donations, and other sources. Net Countv Cost There is a required match of$1,777 for the Older Americans Act funds used towards Scnior Awareness Day. This amount is contained within the Aging and Community Services approved budget for 2013-2014. In addition to this amount, the Parks and Recreation Department estimates that exempting the event from related fees for the use of Micke Grove Park will result in lost Qc4+s'n. zr i, Our Mission is to lead in the 5 creation and delivery of services that improve the quality of life for our community.