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Advisory Board on Disability Affairs Meeting of December 4, 2019.
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Boards Focus for Next Year
Mr. Sando stated it is a good time for Board to reflect and advise goals for upcoming year. Mr. Sando asked to commence with Ms. Dietz.
Ms. Dietz stated she would like diversity of thought and inclusion for all to be prioritized by Board, since it is the voice representing all. Mr. Sando stated Board has tried to recruit people with physical disabilities and encourages Board members to reach
out to them as well to participate in Board either in a formal or non-formal role.
Ms. Liebl stated she agrees regarding being more diverse and perhaps looking into sources such as Chamber of Commerce. Ms. Milne stated she would like more thought to go into such things as availability and logistics of where porta-potties are placed at events.
Ms. Palacio stated she would like to know how it would be best to proceed with promoting such events as Adventure Day for All. Mr. Sando suggested perhaps Board members attend Chamber breakfast after summer months. Ms. Blaire advised it would be
best to be involved in the Chamber’s Annual Goals Conference.
Ms. Whitehurst stated how she has invited friends to attend meeting and would like to see the group expand believing this would be beneficial for all. Mr. Sando stated it would also be good to have a meeting outside, at a different time and location where perhaps
many more may be able to attend.
Ms. Blaire expressed how proud she is of Board’s efforts and accomplishments. Ms. Blaire stated it would be good to go back to the ordinance to identify Board’s purpose. Ms. Blaire stated this is an advocate and advisory Board. Ms. Blaire stated Board
needs to identify resources, opportunities, educate and motivate community. Ms. Blaire stated Board needs to start thinking of accessing needs of the community, researching resources available and bringing in personnel from various City departments to advise
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