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CommissiononPersonswithDisabilities | 2007-07-23 | 5 | Commission on Disability Issues July 23, 2007 Minutes Page 5 of 6 2. Lower Washington Park: Commissioner Longley-Cook distributed information regarding accessibility issues concerning Washington Park. Chair Lord-Hausman stated that she will invite Dale Lillard, Recreation and Park Director, to the September meeting. 3. Gallagher and Lindsey: Commissioner Berger shared information from Gallagher and Lindsey regarding free home repairs for senior and physically disadvantaged people in Alameda. 4. City Sponsored Events: Vice-Chair Moore suggested that more attention should be given to families with individuals who have special needs or accessibility concerns during City sponsored events, such as Crab Cove Concerts. Greater visibility should also be made throughout the City to encourage families with disabled children to be included in these events. Chair Lord-Hausman responded that it will be up to the Commission to bring the awareness to the various groups and organizations. 5. Local Accessibility Issues: Santa Clara/Oak Street Barricades Chair Lord-Hausman discussed the Santa Clara and Oak Street barricades that were adjusted to address any visually impaired or wheelchair bound individuals. Farmers Market (Webster Street) The Chair acknowledged that the Webster Street Business Association (WABA) was responsive to her request to designate temporary parking spaces for disabled individuals for all future Farmer's Market events on the West end of town. 6. Future Agenda Items: The Commission agreed to agendize the following items for future discussion: - Brown Act Training - August - Lower Washington Park Accessibility Issues (invite Dale Lillard, Director) - September - AC Transit Access Issues (invite Susan Decker, Alameda Transit Advocates and Elsa Ortiz, AC Transit Board of Directors) - October G:\LucretialCommDisability\Minutes/2007\Minutes_072307.0 | CommissiononPersonswithDisabilities/2007-07-23.pdf |