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CommissiononPersonswithDisabilities | 2009-10-26 | 2 | Commission on Disability Issues October 26, 2009 Minutes Page 2 of 4 through AR&PD with three staff and volunteers throughout the year. Commissioner Kirola asked if visitors were allowed to attend to which Marcia responded "yes". Danielle Grimm distributed the Fall/Winter 2009 brochure. Commissioner Kirola asked if they promote jobs for participants to which Marcia responded they could apply for jobs through Park & Recreation to benefit the program and the participants. Commissioner Tam asked if one moves into Alameda how would they find out to which Marcia replied it is listed in the AR&PD Activity Guide and they inform individuals if they call. Chair Lord-Hausman asked if they had more funding and staffing could they open it up to more people to which Marcia stated that they want to keep it intimate and not overwhelm the participants. Ms. Grimm added that they have only two hours filled with a lot of activity. Chair Lord-Hausman requested copies of the upcoming Fundraiser Boutique on November 7th to which Marcia responded affirmatively. Commissioner Tam asked if there is any collaboration with the School District to which Marcia responded affirmatively, especially with the adult school. OLD BUSINESS 1. Special Needs-Special Services Resource Fair (Commissioner Krongold): Report out regarding the Special Needs-Special Services Resource Fair. Chair Lord-Hausman asked that each member who attended to give their impressions. There will also be a planning committee meeting to discuss the next Fair. There were 40 providers and 80-100 attendees. Commissioner Tam suggested surveying vendors. Commissioner Fort stated that it was a good first effort; very accessible and a lot of room to move around. G:\Lucretia)CommDisability\Minutes\2009\Minutes_Oct 26 2009.doc | CommissiononPersonswithDisabilities/2009-10-26.pdf |