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CommissiononPersonswithDisabilities | 2010-04-26 | 3 | Commission on Disability Issues April 26, 2010 Page 3 of 4 approximately 40 people in attendance. There was good panel discussion following the film. Everyone connected and was encouraged by the event. Commissioner Moore is working on collaborating a monthly film day for children with disabilities or Autism with the Alameda Multi-Cultural Center. Commissioner Moore is also working to create an Alameda Autism network within the city. Ms. Holder stated that while she was disappointed with the number of attendees, this is a positive step and hopes to continue building on this with future events. Commissioner Moore suggested a film festival next year. 5-B. CDI Vision Planning (Chair Krongold) Chair Krongold stated that she would like to move forward with planning an event to celebrate the twenty-year anniversary of the ADA for the month of October, which is Disability Awareness Month. Commissioner Moore stated that she is not sure how many people would attend but supports it. Commissioner Lord-Hausman suggested expanding the October proclamation with a presentation during the October City Council meeting. Chair Krongold suggested a Power Point presentation to which Secretary Akil responded that would be fine as long as it does not exceed the time allowed by the City Manager's Office. Commissioner Lord-Hausman would like to invite the Chair of the Housing Commission to give a presentation to the CDI during the May 24 meeting to which the Commission agreed. Chair Lord-Hausman stated that she would contact the Chair of that Commission. 5-C. Paratransit Advisory Planning Committee (PAPCO) (Commissioner Lord Hausman) Commissioner Lord-Hausman stated they are still discussing the prioritization of funding for Measure B Funds. 6. STAFF COMMUNICATIONS 6-A. Secretary Akil suggested the Commission have another Brown Act training in light of the newer members to which the Commission was responsive. 7. ANNOUCEMENTS There were no announcements. i:\Lucretia)CommDisability\Minutes\2010\Minutes_Apr 2620 | CommissiononPersonswithDisabilities/2010-04-26.pdf |