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CommissiononPersonswithDisabilities | 2009-10-26 | 3 | Commission on Disability Issues October 26, 2009 Minutes Page 3 of 4 2. Disability Awareness Month Tree Planting (Vice-Chair Moore): Update on tree planting and memorial for Adrienne Longley-Cook. Chair Lord-Hausman stated that the tree planting is set for October 31, 2009 at 10:00 A.M. at Lincoln Park. An invitation was sent to Commissioner Adrienne Longley-Cook's husband who will attend. Vice-Chair Moore will give a speech. 3. Alameda Hospital Fair (Commissioner Kirola): Report out regarding the Alameda Hospital Health Fair. Commissioner Kirola stated that everything went well and the interaction was great. She received some comments from citizens regarding cracks in the sidewalks. Commissioner Kirola invited her to attend the CDI meeting which she declined. There were lots of elderly people interested in Alameda Municipal (AMP) rates. Social Services Human Relations Board (SSHRB) list of resources drew a lot of interest. Note: The disabled button on AFD (1300 Park Street) doesn't work. Secretary Akil will notify AFD. STAFF COMMUNICATIONS 1. Secretary Akil confirmed that she will check if the Resource Directory can be placed onto the City's website. 2. The next scheduled CDI meeting is Monday, December 7th, 2009 at 6:30 P.M. Secretary Akil stated that she will call CDI members on November 28th to confirm the December 7th meeting. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS/NON-AGENDA ITEMS 1. Chair Lord-Hausman stated that the election of Chair and Vice-Chair would occur at the January 25, 2010. Secretary Akil stated that she would mail out a memo and election form with a request that it be returned prior to the January meeting. 2. Chair Lord-Hausman attended the October 26th monthly Paratransit Advisory Planning Committee (PAPCO) meeting and requested that this item be added on the agenda under Old Business as a regular agenda item. 3. Chair Lord-Hausman discussed shuttle service for Alameda to assist elderly/disabled to and from Medical appointments. There is a collaboration between cities in Alameda County regarding service delivery with reduced funding, primarily for transportation. G:\Lucretia)CommDisability\Minutes/2009\Minutes_Oct 26 2009.doc | CommissiononPersonswithDisabilities/2009-10-26.pdf |