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CommissiononPersonswithDisabilities | 2010-05-24 | 2 | Commission on Disability Issues May 24, 2010 Page 2 of 3 Ms. Maxwell reviewed various actions that individuals and the CDI could pursue, including contacting State and Federal representatives. Ms. Maxwell requested that the CDI communicate with the new President of COA, upon Dr. George Herring's retirement. She also requested that the CDI write a letter of support for an impending Department of Rehabilitation grant. Chair Krongold asked when the deadline is for the grant to which Ms. Maxwell responded June 30. Chair Krongold asked when the new president of COA would be appointed to which Ms. Maxwell responded within two weeks. Commissioner Moore stated that she will write a letter and follow up with an e-mail. The CDI agreed to write a letter of support for the grant. Commissioner Moore suggested utilizing students to support the program to which Ms. Maxwell agreed. 5. OLD BUSINESS 5-A. CDI Vision Planning (Chair Krongold) Chair Krongold distributed and discussed the draft CDI Vision Planning which she and Commissioner Lord-Hausman put together. The draft covered the partnership, celebration of the 20-year anniversary of the ADA and a presentation to Council which will lead up to Disability Awareness Month activities during the month of October. Commissioner Moore stated that the goals are limited to accessibility and seniors vs. younger individual and omits events that would support the entire community. Commissioner Warren gave a presentation on another goal oriented event which includes art, creating a movie and a reception. Commissioner Warren spoke with the Recreation and Park Department regarding use of the O'Club and costs. Chair Krongold suggested that the bulk of the June meeting should be to discuss CDI Vision Planning and goals to which the Commission agreed. 5-B. Paratransit Advisory Planning Committee (PAPCO) (Commissioner Lord- Hausman) Commissioner Lord-Hausman was not present. G:\Lucretia)CommDisability\Minutes(2010\Minutes_May 24 2010.doc | CommissiononPersonswithDisabilities/2010-05-24.pdf |