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Summary of Minutes for February 4, 2015
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson David Ramos called the meeting to order at 3:02 p.m.
Committee Members Present:
David Ramos Abel Alonzo Marshall Burns
Alana Manrow Bertha Romero
Mary Wambach Richard Balli
Absent Committee Members:
Mary Bustos Diana Ortega-Feerick
Staff Members Present:
Christina Aparicio (Human Relations) Sylvia Wilson (Human Relations) Lisa Aguilar(Legal)
Gene Delauro(Building Official) Will Bray(Capital Programs) Stacie Anaya (Parks&Recreation)
Absent Staff Members:
Juan Perez(Parking Control)
2. Request and Approvals for Excused Absences
Bertha Romero requested an excused absence for the 1/7/15 regular monthly meeting.
Motioned by —Alana Manrow Second by — Mary Wambach Motion Passed
3. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of 1/7/15
MOTION Motioned by — Mary Wambach Second by — Marshall Burns Motion Passed
4. Public Comments (Limited to 3 Minutes)
None
5. Presentations (Limited to 10 Minutes)
A. City Website Accessibility Features — Kim Womack, Director of
Communications, Media, E-Government
Ms. Womack provided a PowerPoint presentation. Presentation key points were
regarding: Serving Everyone; Standards; Available Resources; Vendor Guidelines
and the website of the future. Comments and questioned, suggestions ensued by
Committee members.
(A copy of the PowerPoint is attached at the end of the minutes)
B. Coastal Bend Council for Independent Living (CBCIL) Programs — Linda
Fallwell-Stover, Executive Director
Mrs. Fallwell-Stover provided a PowerPoint presentation. Presentation Key Points
were regarding: What is a CIL; Mission; Vision; Core Services; Community Based
Services & Supports; Access & Mobility; Key Issues Identified by People With
Disabilities (PWD); Mobility & Transportation; Mobility Options; Enhanced Mobility of
Seniors and Individuals with disabilities section 5310; 5310 Distribution; CBCIL
Strategic Planning Efforts. Comments and questions ensued by Committee
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Members. (A copy of the PowerPoint is attached at the end of the minuets)
C. Beeping Eggstravaganza —Alana Manrow, Director of Public Affairs &
Development of South Texas Lighthouse for the Blind
Mrs. Manrow provided video and flyer for the Beeping Eggstravaganza for the blind
event. The Easter egg hunt is for children who are blind or visually impaired. The
event will be held on 3/28/15 at 1:00 p.m. at the Buc Stadium. Registration to
participate in the egg hunt is required please call 361-289-8710, for participation to
sponsor please call 361-693-6183. The event is hosted by South Texas Lighthouse
for the Blind, Corpus Christi Police Department and Department of Assistive and
Rehabilitative Services — Division for Blind Services (DARS). Donations such as
monetary, non-chocolate and/or plastic eggs are due by 3/1/15.
Mrs. Wilson stated the Human Relations Division would be receiving and holding all
monetary and/or items donations on behalf of the CFPWD for the Eggstravaganza
event.
(A copy of the flyer is attached at the end of the minuets)
6. Discussion/Action-Recommendation to seek reappointments: Mary Bustos, Alana
Manrow, Richard Balli, Abel Alonzo and Diana Ortega-Feerick
Mrs. Wilson stated the City Secretary's Office informed her, the mentioned Committee
members Committee members Mary Bustos, Alana Manrow, Richard Balli, Abel Alonzo
and Diana Ortega-Feerick terms will soon be expiring. She then stated all the mentioned
Committee members have been contacted and wished to continue on the Committee.
Chairperson Ramos requested a motion be made for recommendation to the City
Council to accept Mary Bustos, Alana Manrow, Richard Balli, Abel Alonzo and Diana
Ortega-Feerick to continue serving on the CFPWD Committee.
Motioned by — Bertha Romero Second by — Marshall Burns Motion Passed
7. Staff Reports/Comments
A. Human Relations Division — Performance Report
Sylvia Wilson provided and discussed her January 2015 performance report.
(A copy of the report is attached at the end of the minutes)
B. Development Services Department — Department Overview
Jesse Hernandez, Project Manager reported updates on Residential and All
Construction Summary Reports for January 2015 on behalf of Mr. Delauro. Mr.
Hernandez also informed the committee that several open position within the
department have been filled and applications are being received for the Building
Advisory Committee to reestablish the Building Board Code of Appeals.
(A copy of the reports are attached at the end of the minutes)
C. Engineering Services Development —ADA Projects Update
Mr. Bray reported the Barge Doc and Art Museum ADA improvements are
completed. The CDBG 2013 Brownlee project is at a 100% and will soon be
advertised for bids. Mr. Bray also stated his department submitted the pre-
applications for four (4) CDBG grants the Engineering Subcommittee has previously
discussed and approved.
Committee member Abel Alonzo asked questions regarding street construction on
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Bear Ln @ Old Brownsville Rd and asked if sidewalks and curb cuts would also be
included in the construction. Mr. Bray stated he did not have any information
regarding that particular construction site at that moment. Mr. Bray offered to look
into Bear Ln @ Old Brownsville Rd. construction area and provide information for the
March 2015 regular meeting.
Brief discussion ensued regarding the Brownlee construction project.
D. Parks and Recreation Department — Department Overview
Mrs. Anaya discussed the "active" handicap ground logo for handicap parking spots
that was brought to the attention of the CFPWD and Parks Department by
Committee member Richard Balli. Mrs. Anaya stated the Parks Department has tried
to use the logo in city park parking lots but have received push back since the
"active" logo isn't an official logo adopted by the State of Texas. Mrs. Anaya stated it
would be best to have something in writing stating the "active" logo is okay to use.
Mr. Balli stated he has already reached out to New York to see what actions they
took that allowed them to adopt the logo. Mrs. Wilson stated Human Relations is
willing to assist Mr. Balli in reaching out to local state politicians for direction on who
the Committee should contact within the state legislator as to see which committees
see these particular items. Brief discussion ensued.
Mrs. Anaya discussed the Accessible recreational Playground Subcommittee meet
on 2/3/15 and discussed
• It would be a "play for all" - Children of all disabilities and their siblings would be
able to enjoy the playground.
• Funding strategies — reach out to the community for possible stakeholders. Stake
holder engagement process in terms of an initial meeting with stakeholders to
see what elements would be preferred in the playground.
• Focus not only on the play structure but also facilities around it such as; shade
structures, benches, and water fountains.
Mr. Balli shared with the Committee, as he was at CVS printing photos in preparation
for the subcommittee meeting held on 2/3/15 he was discussing the purpose of the
photos he was printing and wan interrupted by a gentleman who was ease doping
and offered $100 bill donation. Mr. Balli stated he offered the man an open invitation
to attend the CFPWD regular meeting. Mrs. Anaya stated the Parks department was
able to contact the gentleman to thank him for his donation and to inform him that his
donation was received. Mrs. Anaya then explained the cash donation was placed in
a 501c3 account where other donations for toward the playground will be deposited.
Brief discussion and suggestions ensued.
E. CCPD Parking Control Department—ADA Citation Trend Update
No report was provided as Mr. Perez was not present.
8. Subcommittee Reports
A. Engineering Subcommittee — Update
Chairperson Ramos stated the subcommittee did meet. Mrs. Wilson stated they
reviewed the list of citizens' request for curb cuts and curb ramps. The subcommittee
voted on and prioritized four (4) projects as briefly mentioned by Mr. Bray during his
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departmental report. Mr. Bray provided brief description on the prioritized projects.
The projects are as follows: Priority #1: Lantana — Leopard to 137; Priority #2: Horn;
Rd. — Columbia; Priority #3: Sunnybrook — Ayers to Kostoryz; Priority #4: Matlock in
Flour Bluff.
Committee member Marshall Burns mentioned issues between Leopard and
McKenzie. Committee member Bertha Romero mentioned issues between
Navigation and Krill. Mrs. Wilson stated the Human Relations office had not yet
received any official complaints regarding either of the mentioned issues. She did
suggest they file ADA Grievance Complaints with the department if they wanted
those areas to be looked at and placed on the complaint list. Brief discussion
ensued.
B. Public Service Announcement Subcommittee — Update
Mrs. Manrow stated they subcommittee has not met. She did state the CFPWD
Facebook page continues to receive "likes"
C. Accessible Recreational Playground Subcommittee — Update
This report was previously discussed under Parks and Recreation, due to Mrs.
Anaya having to leave early.
9. Chairperson's Report
No report.
10. Identify Items to be placed on next agenda
Chairperson Ramos requested to place Assistant City Manager Gus Gonzalez on the
next agenda regarding Mr. Alonzo's request on information ADA funding. Mrs. Wilson
stated she had previously met with Mr. Gonzalez regarding a separate matter and used
the opportunity to discuss with him the ADA funds. Mrs. Wilson stated Mr. Gonzalez
indicated he will allow $100,000 to go towards the ADA curb cuts and curb ramps
request. Mr. Ramos stated since the issue had already be resolved, he would remove
his request of having Mr. Gonzalez on the agenda.
Committee member Richard Balli informed Will Bray of Engineering of a separate issue
regarding curb rams and curb cuts off of Ramsey St. and Houston St. Mrs. Wilson stated
that would be another complaint Mr. Balli would have to file with the Human Relations
Division.
No items were requested to be placed on the next agenda.
11.Adjournment
MOTION Meeting was adjourned at 4:45 p.m.
Motioned by — Marshall Burns Seconded by — Bertha Romero Motioned Passed
Attachments
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5. Presentations
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6. Staff Reports/Comments
A. Human Relations Division — Performance Report
MISSION AND SERVICE STRATEGS:
With a goal or"I'osicringi Diverse and I'quitahlc Environments With Respect and Professionalism',the human Relations Division will
conduct and enforce'a pn5mveprogram of non-discrimination in f_tnptoymcnt,1"air I'Iiiusing,Public a-'a,cepmmudatten,and compliance
with the Amefivanss with Disabilities i t(ADA)%ithin the City ol'Corpus Christi %Vc will also make reports and recommendations to
die CIiv Council and others,taxard the beltarment of group and inter•gmup rclauonshipsµnhtn the community,
MAJOR PROGRAMS AND SERVICES:
A. Non-Discrimination Program B. ADA Compliance _
Intake,Investigative and Mediation Rc'olution ScrviQes I Address and monitor ADA compliance through accommodation requests and citizen
2 Community outreach Education,and Awan:acs^, complaints,Community Education and Awareness,and Technical Administrative Assistance
3 Technical and Administrative Sen ices 2 Coordination or implementation,monitoring,and update orthe Citywide ADA Transition Plan
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"TPEItFORM1IANCE h1EASURE OBJECCIYE02013 2014 2015 Start UJan,2015 'rotas YTDa
A. SERVICE LEVEL OBJECTIVE:
Provide Investigative Service to include intake,investigation,mediation,conciliation,monitoring,and charge resolution in
Employment(including ADA),Fair Housing,and Public Accommodation.
ensures:UIAPUL
EEOC Contract Yr October to 100 to 14 90 to 83 hlay
June 2013;to 201A; IDD 13 6 19 19%
September. Total and%or coal- 55 Aug I
Intake Referrals to EEOC;Total and% 75 to 70
of Goal.Referals:City Employee cases, Junc2013,to 70 70 12 6 18 26%
Political Subdivisions entities,Age and 65 Aug2013
Equal Pay Discriminations.
HUD Fair Housing Contract Year is 30(July. 30(1901 ,
Jul June. June 20131 June fgoa 25 f0 1 11 37%
July m 64s�®afgnal)
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EEOC Charges Closed within 180 days 7596 759ro 756 5 5 26%
as an of total closures YTD
EEOC Referrals:Perfected Charges
completed and sent to SAFO in 10 days 909. 90% 90✓u 5 5 28%
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B._SERVIC_ELEVU OBJECTIVE.: Provide"Community Outreach,Education,and A%arenesss"
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Number of training sessions,community 50 50 60 3 3 6%
meetings,and informational events.
C. SERvrICE LEVEL OBJECTIVE: ADA Access.,Accommodations,and Technical Assistance Request resolution
Measures. Output
ADA Citizens'Complaints(Access.) 100 100 50 1 1 2%
Public Accommodation InquiriesiRequests 55 55 50 0 0 0%
New,KLquests for Accomm. I rush ecyc e
Pickrups 20 30 50 7 7 14%
ADA Technical Assistance 50 50 60 11 1 11 18%
Plan Reviews/Site Visits 25 25 30 3 3
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