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Advisory Board on Disability Affairs Meeting of February 4, 2026.
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STAFF:
Jose Rodriguez -Human Resources & Risk Management - Interim 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:
Debbie Dietz, Citizen Advisor (Via Zoom)
PUBLIC GUEST: None
CALL TO ORDER: Meeting was called to order at 10:02am
MEETING ABSENCE:
Wilfredo Jaurequi
Dr. Jennifer Durocher, University of Miami
MEETING MINUTES APPROVAL:
January 7, 2026
Motion by: Bonnie Blaire / 2nd: Jennifer Sando / Approved unanimously
SECRETARY’S REPORT:
None
BOARD MEMBERS’ REPORTS:
None
NEW BUSINESS:
Autism Acceptance Month -Jose Rodriguez
Mr. Rodriguez advised of proclamation and resolution regarding celebrating April as Autism Acceptance Month to be presented at commission meeting, however there will not be a meeting in April. Mr. Rodriguez advised presentation can be brought forward as an item to the March 27, 2026, commission meeting. Mr. Rodriguez provided copy of previously presented resolution (Exhibit 1) and proclamation (Exhibit 2). Mr. Rodriguez asked the board to review, bring back any suggestions regarding wording and nominate who should be the recipient. The board conducted further discussion and advised they will present further information at the March 4, 2026, board meeting. Ms. Blaire provided suggestions regarding wording to Mr. Rodriguez and stated perhaps board would consider as the recipient Coral Gables Community Foundation. Ms. Blaire advised they have several scholarships and programs they fund. Mr. Martinez stated he will contact them and research further.
Mr. Rodriguez advised that due to renovation commencing at City Hall, the raising of the flag will need to be done at another location. Mr. Rodriguez provided two alternative suggestio...
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