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CITY OF SAN BERN.DINO - REQUEST FA COUNCIL ACTION
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Parks, Recreation & Community Services
Subject: AUTHORIZATION FOR OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL
FOR SENIOR COMPANION PROGRAM COORDINATOR
TO ATTEND THE 1991 NATIONAL SCP CONFER-
ENCE IN WASHINGTON, D.C.
Annie F. Ramos, Director
Date: February 1, 1991
Synopsis of Previous Council action:
None.
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Recommended motion:
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That Betty Lewison, Senior Companion Program Coordinator, be authorized Out-Of-State
travel during the period April 8-12, 1991 to attend the 1991 National Senior
Companion Program Conference in Washington, D.C.
Contact person: Tom Boqqs
Phone: 5032
Supporting data attached: Staff Report. Letter from ACTION. Ward:
FUNDING REQUIREMENTS:
Amount:
Source: (Acct. No.) No City Funds Involved.
(Acct. DescriDtion)
Finance:
eCil Notes:
75-0262
Agenda Item No
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CITY OF SAN BERN.DINO - REQUEST F. COUNCIL ACTION
~THORIZATION FOR OUT-OF-STATE STAFF REPORT
VEL FOR SENIOR COMPANION
OGRAM COORDINATOR TO ATTEND
THE 1991 NATIONAL SCP CONFERENCE
IN WASHINGTON, D.C.
The Senior Companion Program Coordinator, Betty Lewison, has
been invited to attend the National Senior Companion Program
Conference in Washington, D.C. during the period April 8-12,
1991. This will be a most productive conference for our
Coordinator as it will give access to those serving in Senior
Companion Programs nationwide.
Expenses of this program will be borne by the
Maryland, Center on Aging through an ACTION
attached ACTION letter, dated January 23, 1991)
It is recommended that this out-of-state travel be approved.
University of
grant. (See
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(STAFFRE:SCP)
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January 23, 1991
Dear Senior Companion Project Director:
ACTION, In conjunction with the University of Maryland, Center on Aging, Is pleased to announce
plans for the 1991 National Senior Companion Program Conference. The theme for this event will
be
"The Senior Companion Program:
Taking the Lead In an Aging Society".
All SCP directors are invited to attend this conference scheduled:
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April SUi (1 :00 PM") to April 12th (12 noon), 1991
Washington Plaza Hotel
Massachusetts & Vermont Avenues, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20005.
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(* All veteran directors should arrive at the hotel In time for this 1:00 PM start. Allow at
least ORe (1) hour travel time from the airport to the Plaza Hote!.)
All new directors, I.e., those hired since the 1990 TAOS regional conferences, should arrive
on Sunday (417) In anticipation of a special orientation starting at 9:00 AM on Monday (4/8]).
ACTION Is especially fortunate to have the University of Maryland, Center on Aging, as the c0-
sponsor of this conference. Its gerontological expertise will add to what we plan to be a significant
training event for Senior Companion Project directors.
The following information is important for you to know as you plan for your attendance. Please read
It carefully and respond accordingly.
1 _ Through an ACTION grant, the University of Maryland will pay for your travel to attend this
conference. Consequently, no local grant money will be spent for your attendance. However, you
must personally contact the University's travel agency, "Travel-On" to make your own reserva-
tions. Its hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (EST); its toll free. number:
1-S00-333-1225.
Please Identify yourself by nsme, that you are part of the University of
Maryland, Senior Companion Program, Account Number C - 3S, and whether you
are a nm director.
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In order for us to obtain most favorable travel rates, some of you may be asked to consider arriving
In Washington on the Saturday before the conference OR staying over the Saturday alter. Travel-
01 's agent will work out the arrangements that are In the best Interest of all parties concerned.
2- Hotel costs related to this conference will also be paid for through the University but you will
need to make your own reservations by completing and returning the enclosed reservation card to
the Washington Plaza Hotel. Please note the .cut-off date. of March 8, 1991.
3- The UniversIty's per diem for Washington, D.C. Is as follows: up to $10 for breakfast; $10 for
lunch and $21 for dinner. You will be responsible for costs exceeding these limits. The University
will not allow any reimbursement for alcoholic beverages. In order to be reimbursed for your
meals (and other costs, such as: mileage to and from your local airport, subway, parking, porters.
taxi and business related phone calls) you must keep all receipts, sending the orlglnats to
the University when you submit your voucher. On the final morning of the conference, there will be
a special session on completing your voucher with ample opportunity for questions.
This letter is the first of several that will be sent to you during the next two months regarding the
conference and your participation in It. II there are' any questions regarding this letter, please
contact Stephanie Kay, Conference Coordinator (University of Maryland) at: (30t) 405-2549.
e In the meantime, we are looking forward to joining you for a most productive conference In April.
Sincerely,
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Regional Director, Denver
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cc: Jane Kenny
Richard Bertain
Constance Bums
Regional Directors
Laura Wilson
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