SENIOR AFFAIRS COMMISSION
The San Bernardino County Senior Affairs Commission (SAC) serves as an advisory body and may make recommendations to the San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors and the Department of Aging & Adult Services-Public Guardian (DAAS-PG) Director on policy matters related to the needs of senior citizens and the services available to meet those needs.
For information on how to apply to become a Senior Affairs Commissioner, please visit the San Bernardino County
Boards, Commissions & Committees (BCC) page
to complete an application.
Applications are accepted continuously and appointed as seats become vacant. Visit the
BCC Roster
and select “Senior Affairs Commission” from the drop-down list to view the commission details and official roster.
Please direct questions, comments and requests for archived agendas and minutes to the Clerk of the Commission at
DAASSAC@hss.sbcounty.gov.
LEGAL AUTHORITY
Commission established on 7/2/73 by Ordinance No. 1827. Amended on 8/8/83 by Ordinance 2783; on 4/20/87 by Ordinance No. 3139; on 8/31/93 by Ordinance No. 3554; and on 8/12/03 by Ordinance No. 3897.
HELPFUL LINKS
Senior Affairs Commission Commissioner Information Sheet
rev: 08.08.2024
Senior Affairs Commission Commissioner Roster
rev: 11.21.2024
Senior Affairs Commission Meeting Schedule and Live Stream Access Information
rev: 08.08.2024
Senior Affairs Commission Handbook
rev. 11.2015 (Under Revision)
San Bernardino County Handbook for BCC Members
rev. 08.2021
San Bernardino County Board of Supervisors Senior Affairs Commission Approved Bylaws
USDA Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025
rev: 12.2020
HOW TO ATTEND GENERAL SESSION AND ALL STANDING COMMITTEE MEETINGS
All meetings are open to the public. All scheduled items will be heard at the San Bernardino County (SBC) Department of Aging & Adult Services-Public Guardian (DAAS-PG) East Valley Region/Administration, 784 E. Hospitality Lane, San Bernardino, California.
Alternate locations for the public to address the Board by interactive video are available in the West Valley Region, 9445 Fairway View Place, Ste 110, Rancho Cucamonga, and in the Desert Region, 17270 Bear Valley Road, Ste 108, Victorville, California. NOTE: These alternate locations are offered as a courtesy and may be closed due to inclement weather, if technology fails, or another unforeseen emergency. If the site(s) are closed, a notice will be posted by 9:00 a.m. the day of the meeting whenever feasible.
As part of an ongoing commitment to improved public access, all meetings are live streamed; the San Bernardino County Seniior Affairs Commission and the Department of Aging & Adult Services-Public Guardian provide this publiic service. Viewing meetings via the virtual access link does not allow viewers to make Public Comments or interact with the meeting in progress.
Always verify current streaming access by visiting the SAC website. A Microsoft Teams account is not required to access this meeting. Microsoft Teams offers Windows, Apple, and Google meeting applications that make connecting easier. You can download them at https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-teams/download-app#download-for-desktop.
PUBLIC COMMENT
The Public Comment period is an opportunity for members of the public to address the Commission on matters within the Commission's jurisdiction. State law prohibits Commissioners from discussing or taking action on items not on the agenda. Public Comments may be submitted via email to DAASSAC@hss.sbcounty.gov. In the subject line, provide your full name and the words "Public Comment." Comments are read for the record and are limited to three minutes or less. Public comments do not have to be submitted in advance.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
Requests for reasonable accommodations should be made by contacting the Senior Affairs Commission c/o DAAS-PG at DAASSAC@hss.sbcounty.gov, or at (909) 891-3917 at least 72-hours prior to the meeting. Agendas are provided in 14-point font; meeting materials are available in an alternative format upon request.
THESE MEETINGS ARE CONDUCTED PURSUANT TO THE RALPH M. BROWN ACT.
SENIOR AFFAIRS COMMISSION - GENERAL SESSION MEETING
Chairperson |
Commissioner Dr. Deborah "Debbie" Nattress |
Vice Chairperson |
VACANT |
Secretary |
Anniebell "Annie" Perry |
Current Agenda |
November 20, 2024 |
*Agendas are posted 72 hours in advance of the next meeting. |
Last Approved Meeting Minutes |
September 18, 2024 |
*Minutes are posted after Committee approval. **The minutes of 07/17/2024 will be posted after SAC approval on 08/21/2024. "Note:There were no meetings in June of 2024" |
Meeting Series |
The third Wednesday of every month. |
Next Meeting |
November 20, 2024 |
1:00 PM-3:00 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time |
Accessing the live stream during the General Session:
To stream live meetings, join through your internet browser, use the Microsoft Teams Application or via teleconference.
Internet Browser: Click, JOIN THE MEETING NOW.
Open the Microsoft Teams Application on your computer, tablet, or smart phone, and enter:
Meeting ID - 283 242 618 600 / Passcode - YVKKBb
To join the meeting by teleconference (telephone only):
Dial: +1-661-568-6806 / Phone Conference ID: 934 216 151#
SENIOR AFFAIRS COMMISSION STANDING COMMITTEES
A. ACCESS COMMITTEE MEETING
Chairperson |
Commissioner Craig Swanson |
Vice Chairperson |
VACANT |
Current Agenda |
November 13, 2024 |
*Agendas are posted 72 hours in advance of the next meeting. |
Meeting Series |
The second Wednesday of every month. |
Next Meeting |
December 11, 2024 |
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time |
To stream live meetings, join through your internet browser, use the Microsoft Teams Application or via teleconference.
Internet Browser: Click, JOIN THE MEETING NOW.
Open the Microsoft Teams Application on your computer, tablet, or smart phone, and enter:
Meeting ID - 267 420 176 122 / Passcode - p4EJna
To join the meeting by teleconference (telephone only):
Dial: +1-661-568-6806 / Phone Conference ID: 627 627 017#
B. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING
Chairperson |
Commissioner Dr. Deborah "Debbie" Nattress |
Vice Chairperson |
VACANT |
Current Agenda |
November 13, 2024 |
*Agendas are posted 72 hours in advance of the next meeting. |
Meeting Series |
The second Wednesday of every month. |
Next Meeting |
December 11, 2024 |
2:00 PM-3:00 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time |
To stream live meetings, join through your internet browser, use the Microsoft Teams Application or via teleconference.
Internet Browser: Click, JOIN THE MEETING NOW.
Open the Microsoft Teams Application on your computer, tablet, or smart phone, and enter:
Meeting ID - 225 872 103 091 / Passcode - GYE8dy
To join the meeting by teleconference (telephone only):
Dial: +1-661-568-6806 / Phone Conference ID: 549 032 185#
C. HEALTHY AGING COMMITTEE MEETING
Chairperson |
Commissioner Dr. Ben Jauregui |
Vice Chairperson |
VACANT |
Current Agenda |
November 20, 2024 |
*Agendas are posted 72 hours in advance of the next meeting. |
Meeting Series |
The third Wednesday of every month. |
Next Meeting |
November 20, 2024 |
11:00 AM-12:00 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time |
To stream live meetings, join through your internet browser, use the Microsoft Teams Application or via teleconference.
Internet Browser: Click, JOIN THE MEETING NOW.
Open the Microsoft Teams Application on your computer, tablet, or smart phone, and enter:
Meeting ID - 225 199 800 429 / Passcode - AgnV2R
To join the meeting by teleconference (telephone only):
Dial: +1-661-568-6806 / Phone Conference ID: 861 855 755#
D. INTERGENERATIONAL COMMITTEE MEETING
Chairperson |
Commissioner Keith Stroup |
Vice Chairperson |
VACANT |
Current Agenda |
November 20, 2024 |
*Agendas are posted 72 hours in advance of the next meeting. |
Meeting Series |
The third Wednesday of every month. |
Next Meeting |
November 20, 2024 |
10:00 AM-11:00 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time |
To stream live meetings, join through your internet browser, use the Microsoft Teams Application or via teleconference.
Internet Browser: Click, JOIN THE MEETING NOW.
Open the Microsoft Teams Application on your computer, tablet, or smart phone, and enter:
Meeting ID - 234 174 589 915 / Passcode - vBrPwz
To join the meeting by teleconference (telephone only):
Dial: +1-661-568-6806 / Phone Conference ID: 905 696 13#
E. LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE MEETING
Chairperson |
Commissioner Maricela Ferguson |
Vice Chairperson |
VACANT |
Current Agenda |
November 13, 2024 |
*Agendas are posted 72 hours in advance of the next meeting. |
Meeting Series |
The second Wednesday of every month. |
Next Meeting |
December 11, 2024 |
1:00 PM-2:00 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time |
To stream live meetings, join through your internet browser, use the Microsoft Teams Application or via teleconference.
Internet Browser: Click, JOIN THE MEETING NOW.
Open the Microsoft Teams Application on your computer, tablet, or smart phone, and enter:
Meeting ID - 269 658 937 174 / Passcode - oWiV2z
To join the meeting by teleconference (telephone only):
Dial: +1-661-568-6806 / Phone Conference ID: 984 544 843#
F. NUTRITION COMMITTEE MEETING
Chairperson |
Commissioner Gwen Alber |
Vice Chairperson |
Commissioner Sue Yoakum |
Current Agenda |
November 13, 2024 |
*Agendas are posted 72 hours in advance of the next meeting. |
Meeting Series |
The second Wednesday of every month. |
Next Meeting |
December 11, 2024 |
10:00 AM-11:00 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time |
To stream live meetings, join through your internet browser, use the Microsoft Teams Application or via teleconference.
Internet Browser: Click, JOIN THE MEETING NOW.
Open the Microsoft Teams Application on your computer, tablet, or smart phone, and enter:
Meeting ID - 292 572 797 616 / Passcode - LmH2FB
To join the meeting by teleconference (telephone only):
Dial: +1-661-568-6806 / Phone Conference ID: 825 372 37#