CC SR 20151201 06 - Presentation Ltr Support PV Peninsula Village PgmCITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES
MEMORANDUM
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
HONORABLE MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
GABRIELLA YAP, DEPUTY CITY MANAGER ~
DECEMBER 1, 2015
SUBJECT: PRESENTATION AND LETTER SUPPORTING THE
"PALOS VERDES PENINSULA VILLAGE" PROGRAM
REVIEWED BY: DOUG WILLMORE, CITY MANAGER ~
Project Manager: Kit Fox, AICP, Senior Administrative Analyst ~
RECOMMENDATION
Receive a presentation from Ann Shaw regarding the "Palos Verdes Peninsula Village"
program; and authorize the Mayor to sign a letter of support.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with authorizing the Mayor to sign a letter supporting
the "Palos Verdes Peninsula Village."
BACKGROUND
On November 6, 2015, Palos Verdes Peninsula Village CFO and former Rancho Palos
Verdes Mayor Ann Shaw requested permission to make a presentation of the "Palos
Verdes Peninsula Village" program to the City Council, seeking written support for the
program (see attachments). Mrs. Shaw will make a presentation at tonight's meeting,
and Staff has prepared a draft letter of support for the Mayor's signature.
DISCUSSION
The Palos Verdes Peninsula Village is part of a national movement of nearly two hundred
(200) Villages across the United States which provide programs and support for people
who choose to remain in their own homes as they get older. Nearly one-quarter of
Rancho Palos Verdes residents are age 65 and older, which is nearly two-and-one-half
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MEMORANDUM: Letter Supporting "Palos Verdes Peninsula Village"
December 1, 2015
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times the average for Los Angeles County as a whole. The Village Movement arose out
of community members' desire to reside in their own homes while being able to access
services that address their changing lifestyles as they aged. At its core, the Village
Movement is consumer-and customer-driven. Attached is an excerpt from the Palos
Verdes Peninsula Village website (http ://www .peninsulavillage .net) that provides a
summary of the local Village Movement efforts since 2014.
As requested by Mrs. Shaw, a draft letter of support for the Palos Verdes Peninsula
Village is attached to tonight's report. Also attached to tonight's report are similar support
letters from 55th District State Assemblymember David Hadley and 4th District Los
Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe.
CONCLUSION
In conclusion, Staff recommends that the City Council receive the presentation about the
"Palos Verdes Peninsula Village" program and authorize the Mayor to sign a letter of
support.
ALTERNATIVES
In addition to the Staff recommendation, the following alternative actions are available for
the City Council's consideration:
1. Do not authorize the Mayor to sign the support letter for the "Palos Verdes
Peninsula Village."
Attachments:
• Draft letter supporting "Palos Verdes Peninsula Village" (page 3)
• Request from Ann Shaw (received 11/6/15) (page 4)
• History of Palos Verdes Peninsula Village (from website) (page 6)
• Support letters from David Hadley and Don Knabe (page 8)
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December 1, 2015
Sherry May, Ph .D
Chair of the Board of Directors
Palos Verdes Peninsula Village
4117 Via Nivel
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 9027 4
Dear Dr. May:
On behalf of the Rancho Palos Verdes City Council, it is a great pleasure to express our
support for the Palos Verdes Peninsula Village, and their efforts to bring a Village to the
Peninsula. We know that almost one in four residents on the Palos Verdes Peninsula is
age 65 or older, and many seniors express a desire to remain independent and in this
community as they age. With nearly 200 Villages nationwide, the Village Movement is a
proven model for allowing our community's seniors to age in place , in the communities that
they have contributed to for so long . The Palos Verdes Peninsula Village would provide
such an opportunity for our local seniors.
My City Council colleagues and I support the vision and goals of the Palos Verdes
Peninsula Village of providing a community for our seniors to age with independence,
dignity, purpose and engagement. We look forward to working with you as you bring the
Village to the Peninsula.
Sincerely yours,
[name]
Mayor, City of Rancho Palos Verdes
cc: Rancho Palos Verdes City Council
Doug Willmore, City Manager
Gabriella Yap, Deputy City Manager
Kit Fox , Senior Administrative Analyst
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From:
To:
Subject:
Date:
Carla Morreale
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FW: Palos Verdes Peninsula Village
Wednesday, November 18, 2015 9:57 :29 AM
Carla Morreale, CMC, City Clerk
30940 Hawthorne Blvd.
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Phone: (310} 544-5208
Fa x: (310) 544-5 291
From: Ann Shaw [mailto :anndshaw@gmail.com]
Sent: Friday, November 06, 2015 2:28 PM
To: CC
Subject: Palos Verdes Peninsula Village
Dear Mayor and City Council Members,
One in four residents of the Palos Verdes Peninsula is 65 or older. Research tells us that 90%
of these seniors wish to remain in their own homes in the communities that they know and
love.
The Palos Verdes Peninsula Village is a local, non-profit, membership organization that is part
of the national Village Network of almost 200 villages. Villages create virtual communities
that provide programs and services so members can remain in their own homes and
communities as they get older.
Research shows that the Village model promotes social engagement and access to needed
services. But, it also enriches the community. When seniors remain in their communities
they continue to contribute by volunteering their time and talents to the many organizations in
the area as well as buying locally, paying taxes and voting.
We urge Rancho Palos Verdes to join Assemblyman David Hadley, Congressman Ted Lieu
and Supervisor Don Knabe in their support of the vision and goals of the Palos Verdes
Peninsula Village in providing a community for our seniors to age with independence,
dignity, purpose and engagement.
Please put this item on your agenda so that we may attend your Council meeting and answer
any questions you may have. Once you are comfortable with the Palos Verdes Peninsula
Village we hope you will consider an official City proclamation in support of the vision and
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goals of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Village ..
Thank you for your consideration.
Ann Shaw
CFO, PVP Village
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11/1812015 History -Palos Verdes Peninsula Village
The Palos Verdes Peninsula Village
The Palos Verdes Peninsula Village is part of a national conversation about successful aging in
America today. It is not enough "to just add years to our lives but more importantly to add life to
our years."
The vision of the Peninsula Village is a community where members continue to grow , engage
with one another, and age with independence, dignity and purpose. Through its volunteers and
referrals, it provides support and services for its members who have chosen to live in the
communities and homes they love as they get older.
Where we are today
• The need: the population age 65 and older on the Palos Verdes Peninsula has increased.
In 2010 there were 15,737 residents 65 or older, or 24% of the population, of which 2,213
residents were 85 or older.
• The interest is clear: About 350 people attended the three meetings on the Village Concept
in May 2014. Over 230 people filled out surveys indicating their interest in a Village in our
community.
• We are an incorporated, non-profit, membership organization that responds to the interests
and needs of those who want to remain in their own homes as they age. Our five-member
Board of Directors is busy and our 501 (c) 3 filing and tax exempt status are underway.
• Four teams of volunteers have been working in the following areas:
1. Financials and Fundraising
2. Governance/Administration and Operations
3. Needs and Resources
4. Communications/Marketing and Outreach/Generate Membership
• We anticipate opening in late 2015 with core programs, identified services, volunteer
opportunities and a membership of about 60.
• Additional programs, services, and referrals will be determined by members and staff.
• Member benefits will include
o Services such as door to door transportation, minor home maintenance and
household help
o Educational, cultural and social programs
o Technology assistance and social media help
o Referrals such as home health care, legal, financial, and many home service
providers
o Intergenerational connections
o Member generated activities and affinity groups
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• We will be housed with Peninsula Seniors , have a paid staff, an annual budget of
approximately $150,000 from memberships , individual donations and grants .
• Members don't have to live on the Peninsula. The important thing is that you live close
enough to provide and receive services, and participate in activities if you choose.
• The Village is a community in which members are engaged with one another and
empowered through both giving and receiving.
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Founding Partners
We operate in a spirit of collaboration and coordination with like-minded organizations, services
and other entities such as:
• Peninsula Seniors
• AAUW-PVP
• H.E.L.P.(Healthcare and Elder Law Programs)
• Marymount California University
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Ms. Sherry May, Ph.D
Chair of the Board of Directors
Palos Verdes Peninsula Village
4117 Via Nivel
Palos Verdes Estates. CA 90274
Dear Sherry,
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As the South Bay's representative in the California State Assembly as we1! as the Vice Chair of the
California A.ssembly Committee on Aging and Long Tem1 Care, it is with great pleasure that I write to
express my support for the Palos Verdes Peninsula Village . With over 160 Village facilities nationwide,
the Village is a proven model for allowing our community's seniors to age in place, in the communities
they have contributed to for so long.
It is vitally important to provide an opportunity for our many seniors to remain active, independent, and
engaged members of our communities. The Village model improves the day-to-day well-being of our
semors.
J commend the work that the Village is doing to improve our seniors' quality of life wbi1e allowing them
to maintain their dignity. I look fonvard to working with you to enhance the work the Village is doing in
the South Bay. Should you have any fmther questions, please contact my office at 310-375-0691 or email
me at Ass mb lvmember.Hadlev@a. embly.ca.f!ov
Sincerely,
DA YID HADLEY
Assembly Member, 66th District
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Ms. Sherry May, Ph.D
Chak of the Board of Directors
Palos Verdes Peninsula Vil!age
4117 Via Nive!
Palos Verdes Estates, California 90274
Dear Sherry:
DON T<.NABE
It ls with pleasure that I express my support for the Palos Verdes Peninsula Village and their efforts to
bring a Village to the Peninsula. We know that aimost one in four residents in Palos Verdes ls 65 or
older. Many seniors express a desire to remain independent and in their communities as they age.
The Palos Verdes Peninsula Village would provide such an opportunity for our local seniors.
I support the vision and goals of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Village of providing a community for our
seniors to age with independence, dignity, purpose and engagement. ! iook forward to working with
you as you bring the vmage to our district
Si ncerely, /
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Supervisor, Fourth District
County of Los Angeles
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