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SocialServiceHumanRelationsBoard | 2008-04-24 | 3 | Regular Minutes of the SSHRB, April 24, 2008 Meeting Page 3 President Wasko also mentioned that Member Franz (absent) has suggested that speakers be invited to talk about how to increase access to the internet for populations, such as youth, seniors, and people with disabilities. He also recommended speakers who could focus on eliminating language barriers on the internet, including the ability to post information in multiple languages. Nielsen's suggested speakers who could discuss other city's models for promoting health care access to low-income. Chen - Are we talking about information items only, or are we also suggesting issues for Board action and topics for workgroups? He went on to report a speaker from the Asian/Pacific American Cultural Center in Oakland that caters to the entire East Bay and is funded by the County and City of Oakland. We could ask them for an overview of what their center is doing and what they offer. Are we talking about discussing the human component of China, as in Tibet issues? Wasko - These items for discussion can range from an informational item for the Board to a letter to the Mayor and Council, to an advanced process with reporting to City Council. Villareal - Are we able to request how those who receive CDBG funds. And I would like to hear a brief discussion like what we had from Biggs at APC, and Russell at Alameda Food Bank. Soglin - How about a briefing on the Foreclosure Assistance and First Time Homebuyers / Downpayment Assistance program, updates on any foreclosure issues that may arise. James - How about someone from another boards, like Youth Advisory Commission or Youth Commission, and having a discussion on bridging the digital divide. 4. BOARD / STAFF COMMUNICATIONS: Staff person Jones reported The Koshland Foundation made a DVD on Alameda. Each Board member was given a copy. Chen - Asked a question regarding Board member terms. Jones replied that the City Managers office tracks member terms. Members are limited to two consecutive terms. Partial terms do not count towards that term limit. James - Passed out copies of the Laney Tower, which had articles on both the Immigration forum and the Public Safety forum. Nielsen - What was the result of the CDBG funding for public services? Jones reported that the recommendation was accepted and adopted by City Council. Wasko - We deferred the Minutes of April 1, 2008 for more Board members to be present, we have that now can we motion for approval? Jones replied yes. The special meeting minutes from April 1, 2008 were approved with edits. M/S Nielsen, James and unanimous. 5. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: None | SocialServiceHumanRelationsBoard/2008-04-24.pdf |