HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Committee For Persons With Disabilities - 02/05/2003 SUMMARY MINUTES
MONTHLY MEETING
COMMITTEE FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
February 5, 2003
Committee Members - Present Committee Members - Absent
Chairperson: Ms. Crystal Lyons Ms. Sandra Cabazos
Vice Chair: Mr. Roberto M. Flores Ms. Linda Fallwell-Stover
Ms. Toni Padilla Mr. Billy R. Sayles
Ms. Mary J. Saenz
Mr. Eloy Soza
Mr. Glen Ray Tomo
CITY STAFF: (ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT)
Building Official: Park & Recreation Director:
Mr. Kendall /Mr. Art Sosa Mr. Dan Whitworth
Human Relations Administrator: Legal Advisor:
Mr. L. David Ramos, Director Mr. Joseph Harney
Human Relations Analyst:
Wanese Taylor Butler
Human Relations Management Assistant:
Ms. June Shultz - A
CALL TO ORDER: Chairperson Lyons
ATTENDANCE —
Roll Call —
Crystal Lyons — P; Robert Flores — P; Sandra Cabazos — A; Linda Fallwell-
Stover— A; Toni Padilla—P; Mary Saenz —P; Billy Sayles — A; Eloy Soza —
P; Ray Tomo — P. City Staff: Mr. Kendall /Mr. Sosa -P; Mr. Whitworth - P;
Joseph Harney - P; David Ramos - P; Wanese Butler - P; June Shultz - A.
We had a quorum.
SCANNED
EXCUSED ABSENCES: Absences to be excused - Sandra Cabazos was
absent and still needs to sign form.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Monthly Minutes from January 8, 2003
Meeting - Mr. Tonto made a motion to accept the minutes as presented,
seconded by Mr. Soza. Vote was taken and the motion passed.
PRESENTATIONS /PUBLIC COMMENTS:
a. First Annual Sweetheart Awards (and Reception): A brief reception
was held on the 6th Floor. The Chair gave a brief introduction of the
event to the public and introduced this year's recipients. The
recipients received letters of commendation and certificates of
appreciation.
b. Housing and Community Development (HCD) presentation on the
Consolidation Plan Program — Fiscal Year 2003: Mr. Daniel Gallegos
introduced Ms. Dominguez and Mr. Frederick, who is the consultant
working on HCD's Five Year Consolidation Plan. Annual Action
Plan Book and surveys were distributed. Projections for next year are
expected at: $5 Million for CDBG; $2 Million for Housing; $171,000
for ESG. Mr. Gallegos gave an overview of the process, discussed
neighborhood meetings and series of public hearings (one with
Planning Commission and one with City Council). They encourage
members of the community to attend the hearings. Mr. Gallegos then
reviewed the Plan Book information, reviewing key pages of
information. General discussion ensued about the proposed ADA
Transition Plan and possible CDBG funding. HCD met HUD and
they wanted to reiterate that whatever is submitted must meet criteria
of national objective and providing services in a targeted area.
Deadline for submissions of CDBG requests is February 14, 2003.
CHAIR'S REPORT: No report, but the Chair moved into Committee
Reports — Legislative Updates and began discussion on the Special Ad Hoc
Committee of the Human Relations Commission (CCHRC) that was
reviewing the Non-Discrimination Ordinance draft.
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COMMITTEE REPORTS: (Discussion, with possible action.)
Outreach/Awareness Sub-committee: No report.
Legislative Updates: Non-Discrimination Ordinance Final Draft — Ms.
Lyons updated the CFPWD on the Special Meeting of the CCHRC Ad Hoc
Committee (review of the proposed Non-Discrimination Ordinance) on what
their recommendation would be to the entire Commission. Two meetings
were held, with a consensus to recommend draft go forward.
Resolution to support the adoption and enforcement of the non-
discrimination ordinance — Ms. Lyons drafted a resolution for the CCHRC.
It has been e-mailed to the Ad Hoc Committee members. It is similar to the
one the CFPWD prepared. If it passes, then the CCHRC will follow
protocol and forward the information for review by the City Manager and
Mayor. General discussion about draft ordinance and color-coded language.
Concerns were noted about wanting to have the language in blue. Final draft
to be forwarded to City Manager for Council.
OLD BUSINESS: (Discussion, with possible action.)
1. Regarding the Transition Plan — Discussion began on the Transition Plan
and drafting resolution language regarding the Physical Facility and
recommendation to support it. Ms. Lyons made a motion that the
CFPWD support the Transition Plan in its current form, to be supported
by a resolution. Ms. Padilla seconded the motion. No further discussion
and the motion passed. The resolution draft will be e-mailed to the
CFPWD members.
2. Building Code Update - Building Code — Administrative Section: Mr.
Harney provided an update. This part of the Code was okay with Legal.
However, they are waiting on other items that will go together with it as a
packet, to the City Council (i.e.: electrical or fire issues).
(Mr. Harney had to leave at 5:00 p.m.)
3. Accessible Parking Brochure: Subcommittee consisting of Mr. Flores
(Chair), Ms. Saenz and Mr. Dik Johnson, CCHRC Commissioner. The
committee has not met yet. General discussion ensued: education, yet a
warning tool, target areas to be determined. Idea: Question on accessible
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parking on Driver's License test (some state law, some ADA). Mr.
Flores checked on Ft. Worth, Laredo & Tyler — frequently asked
questions. More for licenses. Possibly legislation with a brochure for
drivers, then maybe next year do one for businesses (re: Tyler). Mr.
Flores will follow-up with Mr. Johnson. Ms. Lyons recalled committee
had intent of educating medical professionals due to concerns of abuse
and also denials. Once brochure is ready, brochure committee and
Human Relations Department can meet with CCPD.
Mr. Whitworth left at 5:21 p.m. to go to another meeting.
NEW BUSINESS: (Discussion, with possible action.)
Administrator's Report — Mr. Ramos handed out monthly report (January
2003 Information) and copies of the Annual Reports. Mr. Ramos proceeded
to give an overview of the month of January ADA and EEOC statistical data
and general information on housing and capacity building. Mr. Ramos
mentioned the Library's draft policy for the Resource Centers is coming —
they will share it with the CFPWD and taken any comments/suggestions
provided. Regarding the Annual Report, Ms. Lyons asked if there were any
questions? There were none, general consensus was that it looked good.
Ms. Lyons offered to help Mr. Flores with the brochure and hopefully it will
be included in the Annual Report as an accomplishment for next year.
Committee Concerns / Request For Agenda Items / Announcements:
1. Awards: Discussion about keeping the month of February to recognize
City employees/departments and possibly recognize citizens in July and
October.
2. Reminder about re-appointments being announced at the February 11,
2003 Council Meeting.
3. Follow-up item: Las Vegas Park and Recreation Conference.
Public:
Jose Martinez with the Paralyzed Vets Association.
Adjourn - meeting adjourned at 5:36 p.m.7Mi tes Approved: , Gi/
Ciy9tal Lyons, Cotdmittee Chairperson Date
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