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Commissioner Clare questioned whetherCityServe's biggest contributors were volunteers and discussed the possibility of providing information about different agencies on PtownLife.org. Ms. Gregory advised contributions were received by connecting resources. Commissioner Roby discussed facilitating volunteers and getting diverse groups working together and felt there were many untapped resources in faith-based groups. Ms. Gregory provided information about food resources and partnering opportunities. Commissioner Nagler indicated that he thought the CityServe application was worthy and they were a productive faith organization that was serving the underserved in the community, but he was unsure how they had reached out to those of differing faiths, and thought their application had been limited. He discussed how the Commission considers the use of public funds. Ms. Gregory advised that the organization has not solicited help from other faith-based groups, but would address this. Commissioner Jhanwar questioned what, services were provided by CityServe that were different from 2-1-1. Ms. Gregory noted that CityServe has represented 2-1-1 at various events, and that City Serve has been able to provide onsite resources and help that 2-1-1 has been unable to provide. Linda McKeever.-Open.Heart.Kitchen._Pleasanton Senior Center Congregate Meal Program- advised that Open Heart Kitchen was looking to increase participants in the congregate meal program at the Pleasanton Senior Center by providing better meals and a more inviting environment. Lunch meals served daily at the Senior Center will be different than those served daily at Ridge View Commons. Reservations for the meals will not be required and walk-ins will be welcomed. Commissioners discussed with staff when a decision was anticipated to be made by Alameda County determining which agency will be awarded the contract for this program. Ms. Andrade- Wax advised it would be sometime in May and Commissioner Wright noted that applications would be reviewed by Alameda County at the end of March. Ms. McKeever noted that funding from Alameda County for the congregate meal program would be in addition to funds received for the Ridge View Commons programs. A $3.00 meal donation will be put in place for the congregate meals, but no payment will be required. At the request of Commissioner Nagler, staff provided information on the reason for requesting a change in the congregate meal program. Ms. Andrade-Wax noted that the quality of food and seniors being required to advise 24 hours in advance of their intent to attend were factors in the lack of participation. She advised that the Senior Center has been reviewing this program for some time and had asked Open Heart Kitchen to consider taking on the program and to apply through Alameda County. Sandra Wing & Roy Cook, Sandra J. Wing Healing Therapies, Healing Therapy Funds to Assist Cancer Patients- provided information about the program and advised that funds are provided directly to those who provide services to cancer patients in need. This is an all- Human Services Commission March 5,2015 Page 5