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CommissiononPersonswithDisabilities | 2008-06-23 | 2 | Commission on Disability Issues June 23, 2008 Minutes Page 2 of 5 this point of the project. There are more concerns being expressed by elderly for single-level, smaller homes. Mr. Thomas encouraged the Commission to make recommendations to the Council regarding these housing issues. Vice-Chair Moore asked what is the percentage of housing for the low-income to which Mr. Thomas responded 25%. Vice-Chair Moore stated low-income housing should include families with disabilities. Mr. Thomas stated that the Commission on Disability Issues should be added to the distribution list for all things concerning Catellus and Alameda Landing. Secretary Akil stated that Chair Lord-Hausman's name should be added to that list. Mr. Thomas thanked the Commission for their input and indicated he would return with future updates. OLD BUSINESS 1. Alameda Point Curb Cut Project (Terri Wright, Development Services Dept.): Terri Wright, Development Services Dept., gave a presentation on the AP Curb Cut Project's goals, overview, limitations, summary and all ADA ramps and reasonable accommodations in connection with the project. Chair Lord-Hausman asked clarification regarding the Alameda Pont Collaborative (APC). Ms. Wright stated that APC was formed based on the McKinney Act, which recognizes that surplus military housing be designated for the homeless. Commissioner Kirola asked about the location of the Food Bank to which Ms. Wright stated that the main sight is located on Webster and Constitution Streets, and the site at AP is their warehouse, although they do distribute food from there. Vice-Chair Moore stated that this project shows value to the community and lets people living at Alameda Point know that there is a commitment by the City to improve living conditions until the property is fully developed. Ms. Wright responded that this project is about service to the people. Commissioner Kirola asked if bus service is available for school children since approximately half of the 200 individuals at AP are children, to which Ms. Wright replied that there is a 63 Bus Line that travels through AP and most of the children located there attend Ruby Bridges Elementary School which is within walking distance. G:\LucretialCommDisability\Minutes2008\Minutes_June 23 2008.00 | CommissiononPersonswithDisabilities/2008-06-23.pdf |