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Advisory Board on Disability Affairs Meeting of November 5, 2025.
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STAFF:
Jose Rodriguez -Human Resources & Risk Management - Assistant Director
Eglys Hernandez - Human Resources & Risk Management - P/T Administrative Assistant
Yanessa Rodriguez - Community Recreation - Administrative Operations Manager
Catie Hastings - Community Recreation - D.E.I. Coordinator
CITIZEN ADVISORS:
Dr. Jennifer Durocher, University of Miami
PUBLIC GUEST: None
CALL TO ORDER: Meeting was called to order at 10:06am
MEETING ABSENCE: Debbie Dietz, Citizen Advisor
MEETING MINUTES APPROVAL:
October 1, 2025
Motion by: Wilfredo Jauregui / 2nd: Vanessa Bedoya / Approved unanimously
SECRETARY’S REPORT: None
BOARD MEMBERS’ REPORTS: None
NEW BUSINESS:
Chairperson - Ms. Justine Chichester
Ms. Chichester spoke regarding amazing presentation conducted during last commission meeting where Mr. Eddy Martinez, Summer of Success was presented with proclamation in celebration of October Disability Awareness month.
Phillips Park Design ADA - Ms. Yanessa Rodriguez Administrative Assistant - Community Recreations
Ms. Rodriguez provided information on design in place at this time regarding ADA. Ms. Rodriguez advised construction commenced on Monday, November 3, 2025. Ms. Rodriguez stated they will be maintaining the existing ADA designated parking spaces at park, and the entrance gates handles will be updated or replaced if requirements are not already met. Ms. Rodriguez stated walking path of the park will be constructed with appropriate width and surface slopes to adhere to guidelines. Ms. Rodriguez advised all paths would connect to all the amenities to the park, such as water fountains and pavilions, making sure there is access. Ms. Rodriguez advised water fountains, benches and picnic tables being installed will meet the ADA requirements. Ms. Rodriguez stated the restrooms will remain compliant with the ADA regulations they currently have. Ms. Rodriguez a...
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