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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Committee For Persons With Disabilities - 07/11/2012Committee For Persons With Disabilities
Summary of Minutes for July 11, 2012
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Carlos Vargas called the meeting to order at 3:15 p.m.
A. ROLL CALL
Committee Members Present:
Carlos Vargas Alana Manrow Harvey Salinas
Donnie Contreras Bertha Romero
Committee Members Absent:
Darren Bates (Excused) Sabrina Ramirez (Excused)
Staff Members Present:
Sylvia Wilson (Human Relations) Christina Aparicio (Human Relations ) Jamie Pyle (Engineering)
Stacie Talbert (Parks & Recreation) Marc Denson (Police: Parking Control) Julio Dimas (Development Services)
Elizabeth Hundley (Legal)
B. REQUESTS FOR EXCUSED ABSENCES
MOTION Alana Manrow 06106112 Motion- Harvey Salinas Second — Donnie Contreras Passed
Darren Bates 07111112 Motion- Harvey Salinas Second — Alana Manrow Passed
Sabrina Ramirez 07111112 Motion- Donnie Contreras Second — Harvey Salinas Passed
2. APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF 06/06/12
MOTION Motion - Harvey Salinas Second - Alana Manrow Passed
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS (LIMITED TO 3 MINUTES)
Abel Alonzo, ex- chairperson of the Committee for Persons with Disabilities gave thanks to
Irene Martinez for her time shared on the committee.
4. PRESENTATIONS
A. Chris Parker - Miracle League Organization
Chris Parker gave a PowerPoint and showed a video to the Committee showing the
importance of the Miracle League and its volunteers.
(A copy of the power point handout is attached at the back of the minutes)
5. STAFF REPORTS /COMMENTS
A. Human Relations Department
1. Department Monthly Performance Report Review
Mrs. Wilson provided the June 2012 Monthly Performance Report. Highlights of
division activity provided.
(A copy of the report is attached at the back of the minutes)
B. Development Services Department — Update on Construction activity and major
projects
Julio Dimas gave updates on major project highlights and future developments around the
city.
(A copy of the report is attached at the back of the minutes)
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C. Engineering Services Department — Staples St. Project between Williams Dr. and
Saratoga Blvd.
Jamie Pyle gave updates on the process and completion dates of the Staples Street
construction.
(A copy of the Construction Plan and Phase completion table at the back of the minutes)
D. Parks and Recreation Department - Master Plan (Final Draft) PowerPoint presentation
Stacie Talbert gave a PowerPoint presentation to the committee on the Overview of 2012
Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan on creating a sustainable system.
(A copy of the PowerPoint is attached at the back of the minutes)
E. Corpus Christi Police Department Parking Control — Update on Drafted letter to be
sent to legislative representative
Mark Denson stated the drafted letter is still being worked on and will keep the Committee
informed once it is completed. Mr. Denson discussed a handout he provided to the
committee regarding the Neighbor Parking Initiative under the direction of Chief Floyd
Simpson.
(A copy of the handout is attached at the back of the minutes)
6. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS
A. Engineering Subcommittee — Update on drafted letter regarding Mc Ardle rd.
Ms. Wilson mentioned it has been decided to not do a letter. Ms. Wilson had been
informed the 2012 bond projects under street improvements have Mc Ardle down as one
of the priorities. If the Committee would like they can contact the City Council and request
that they support the 2012 bond recommendations.
7. CHAIRPERSONS REPORT
A. Lex Frieden Employment Award Information
Chairperson Vargas announced the event had been missed the deadline for the event
was June 30, 2012.
B. Retreat Update
Chairperson Vargas announced that everyone has received the 1St Annual Retreat
meeting notes by which has goal that the members who did attend created on behalf of
the Committee. Mr. Vargas mentioned how important it is for the committee to become
more involved in volunteering.
(A copy of the Retreat meeting notes are attached at the back of the minutes)
8. COMMITTEE MEMBERS REPORT
No Report
9. IDENTIFY ITEMS TO BE PLACED ON NEXT AGENDA
Chairpersons Report
• Review of application /bios for interested applicants to fill the two vacancies.
• Nominate /Appointment of new Secretary
10. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION Motion- Bertha Romero Second — Harvey Salinas Passed
The meeting adjourned at 4:33p.m.
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Attachments
4. PRESENTATIONS
A. Chris Parker - Miracle League Organization
Everyone deserves a chance to play baseball
Who benefits?
Special needs children
— Fun
— Teamwork
— Friendship
— Achievement
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Statistics
2011 American Community Survey (US
Census Bureau) Non - institutionalized
Persons with Disabilities
— Total 56,700-66,700
— Under 18 years 10,705 (ESC Region II)
— 18 to 64 years 32,500- 39,000 (Nueces)
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Endorsements
Nueces County MHMR
Corpus Christi State Supported Living
Center
Special Olympics
Lighthouse for the Blind
Committee for Person with Disabilities
Advisory Board (City of Corpus Christi)
History
1998 Miracle League. created, Rockdale, GA
July 2001, profiled on HBO Real Sports
December 2001, second field opened
2004, Miracle League profiled for second time on
HBO Real Sports
October 2006, Miracle League formed in Corpus
Christi
Currently 240 Miracle Leagues in US, Puerto Rico,
Canada, & Australia serving 200,000 players
Who benefits?
Families of players
— Joy
— Encouragement
— Friendship
— Network
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Supporters
Charity League of Corpus Christi
CITOO
Corpus Christi Hooks
Whataburger
HEB
Houston Astros
CC Parks & Recreation Dept.
AEP
IN
The Game
Every player gets to bat
Last batter hits a home run (Youth):
Three out innings, score kept (Adult)
Buddies assist players around bases and
getting the ball if they can't reach it
Usually lasts 1 hour 15 minutes
Two 8 week seasons
Who are we?
Non- profit organization providing
opportunities for children with mental and
physical disabilities to play baseball
Promoting community support and
sponsorship of The Miracle League
Promoting the construction of special
facilities that meet the unique needs of
Miracle League players, their families and
friends
IN
Who benefits?
Buddies (Angels in the Outfield)
—Volunteerism
— Perspective
— Friendship
— Appreciation
Supporters
Humpal Physical Therapy
Wells Fargo
Fulton Construction
Flint Hills Resources
Valero Refining
IBC Bank
Blanche Moore Foundation
Many other companies and individuals
The Uniforms
The Players
— Miracle League Baseball jerseys
— Miracle League baseball hats
— Tennis shoes
The Buddies
—Angel in the Outfield shirts
— Tennis shoes
— Pants or shorts
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The Field
The Players
IN
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Field Location
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What can you do?
Become a sponsor!
Tell others
Become a buddy
Watch a game
Visit www.tmlcc.org for more information
Contact Miracle League Director, Chris Parker at
361- 882 -1741 or cparker @ymca - cc.org
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5. Staff Report/Comments
A. Human Relations Department - Monthly Department Performance Report
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B. Development Services Department - Update on Construction activity and major projects
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Panda Express
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5. Staff Reports /Comments
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acme. me sid walk se-m of deal, gfamony wise area, scetsing eafifcal,on an , hy tm,, Gar•;,
I am happy to say that the vast main rity at people seem to understand and support the initiative.
The success of this prc;ect will gimme from education of the public to not only the letter of the
law, but the spirit of the taiv as to why these ordinances exist
Lnfortltnataty we are also seeing a substantial number of vehicles with disabled plates and
placards bloe4ng sidewalks, some have expressed that their placard or plate exempts there of
the Saw, so the support of the CFPWD is important for the greater good. While it may place
some inconvenience on a few it will provide greater accessibility for the overall community.
Marc Denson
Parking Comed Supervisor
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7. Chairperson's Report
B. Retreat Update
2012 Retreat Agend
(Collective Workshop)
City of Corpus Chrimwomanneladons Commission,
City vf Corpus Christi Committee for Persons with Disabilities/ and Regional Transportation Authority
(wcmm) Committee onAccessible Transportation
Saturday, June 23, 201
8x10 a��-1:3 pm�
RTA, Mainten Bldg, Training Room
saso Bear Lane, Corpus Christi, rx
Present
Corpus Christi Human Relations Commissiow Ramiro Gamboa, Edna Arregondo, Kathleen Cooper, Justin
Cortez, sleniSalazar, Elias Valverde.
Committee for Persons with DisahVifies� Carlos Vargas, Thomas Dreyer Harvey Salinas, Bertha Romero.
RTA Committee on Accessible Transportatiow Abel Alonzo, Donnie Contreras,
Meeting, Notes
Breakfast provided byRCAT
Acknowledgments by. Sylvia Wilson, City of Corpus Christi, Human Relations Administrator; Scott
meevc' CEO; John Valls, RTA Board Chairman� and Carlos Valdes, City of Corpus Christi, City
/mtnrmov.
McPefams discussed the ADA Accessibility challenges on a 40' RTA Fixed Route Bus as well as giving RTA
Fleet information such vs Security on buses, Bus ADA Compliance procedures, and bus routes. B'Lioe
Para transit bus. CFPWD Committee Member Bertha Romero and Youth Commissioner Eleni Salazar
volunteered to demonstrate and to personally experience what it is like for people with disabilities
whom are wheelchair bound tn ride the bus whether itbe the MTAorB-Uoe.
MeetingEtiguette, -Li nda,Fa I lwel I -Stover RTA Dir. Of Customer Operations
Mx. ra|lweU-Stover presented om
1. "Duties ornc«rMembers Duty of Care'
2. "Rules for Proper Meeting Etiquette" provided in every Commission and Committee binder.
Break Out Session - The three entities separated into their own groups and djscqa§gd gotential goals.
CCHRC - 1. Increase youth Presentation to High Schools by 20% 2. Communicate Awareness of Respect -
Bullying Issues. 3. Build YovTwhvwebvite tu educate the community on; EE8(, Fair housing, ADA
Compliance, and Places n(Public Accommodation.
CFPWD - 1. Educate Outgoing Seniors from local ISO's - How to function outside the school, Available
Community and school resources, transition -\mtoday's world from High School. 2. Job Fairs awareness -
be more active in local Job Fairs and bring awareness to transportation issues. 3, Community
outreach/participation - Special Olympics, Walk & Roll Event, Miracle Baseball League, Driscoll Hospital
Telethon.
8C4r'1. Support Action Items hy Attending meetings participation in discussion and sharing
information. 2. RTAxs ADA Coordinator/Designee and MV presenta teach RCAT meeting, 3. Provide
RCAT Community Awareness to - Potential customers, participating Senior Centers, Light House for the
Blind, AD4 advocates, convention visitors bureau
Lunch Provided by, RTA with an ADA Video:
mv Country (1xrl focuses on the movement that led to the passage cf the xox Americans with
Disabilities ACT.
Meeting Concluded C& 1:30 p.m.
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