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1. A. Call to Order was at approximately 3:30 pm by the Secretary, Abe Alonzo
B. Roll Call was taken, establishing a quorum.
In Attendance
CFPWD: Abel Alonzo, Herman Lee Jones, David Ramos
Thomas Dreyer, Irene Martinez,
STAFF: Leon Bazar, Patsy Garcia, (Human Relations)
Billy Delgado (Parks & Recreation)
Christina Fratllla(Development Services)
Gerald Tyler, Jamie Pyle (Engineering Services)
Yvette Aguilar (Legal)
Absent
CFPWD: David Walker, Clifford Bost, Rosa M. Valdez
Harvey Salinas,
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C. Requests for Excused Absences
The Secretary called for any excused absences. To excuse Rosa Valdez and David
Walker for March 5, 2008 meeting made by Harvey Salinas and seconded by Rosa
Valdez. Motion passed.
2. Approval of Minutes
Approval of Minutes was deferred until later in the meeting.
Mayor Henry Garrett welcomed and thanked the members for their commitment and time
to serve on the Committee. Mr. Garrett stated the board is very important, a high priority in
the Mayor's Office and with the assistance of Leon Bazar, attendance and goals will be
closely monitored.
[Yvette Aguilar arrived at 3:33 pm]
MOTION To approve the February 2008 minutes as written was made by Harvey Salinas and
seconded by Thomas Dreyer. Motion passed.
3. Public Comments
• Michele Thomas, Parks and Recreation Beach/Bayfront Event Manager, spoke
regarding the Catch a Special Thrill (CAST) Youth Fishing Program held on Saturday,
March 1, 2008. CAST is a National Youth Fishing Program which encourages children
with disabilities to participate and enjoy fishing. Ms. Thomas provided the Committee
with a set of photos of the event (Photos are attached to the back of the March 2008
minutes). Although 40 participants were registered to attend, approximately 30 local
children participated in the event. There were over 60 volunteers from local
organizations including Target, Wal-Mart, Parks and Recreation staff. The event began
at 8:00 am and children began fishing by 9:00 am. Every child caught one fish, was
served lunch and was allowed to keep their rod and reel, tackle box and shirt. Prizes
and a plaque were presented to each participant at the end of the day (approximately
1:00 pm). The CAST program was a big success and organizers are looking forward to
next year's event. For more information on CAST, visit www.cctexas.com/pr and/or
www.castforkids.org.
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4. Presentations
A. Del Mar College Richardson Auditorium ADA Accessible Parking Improvements
No presentation due to Del Mar College representatives unable to attend the meeting.
5. Chairperson's Report
Chairperson (Vacant) and Vice Chairperson not present. No Report.
6. Staff Reports/Comments
A. Human Relations Department
1. Department Monthly Performance Report
Leon Bazar provided the Committee members with copies of the February 2008
Human Relations Monthly Performance Report and spoke regarding the following:
• EEOC Employment Discrimination Complaints - 5 cases closed
• Intakes - 6 referred to EEOC
• HUD/Fair Housing Complaint Resolutions - 1 closed
• EEOC Charge Write -Ups - 17 completed and sent to SAFO in 8 or less days
• EEOC Charge — 2 of 5 closed within 180 days
• HUD Fair Housing Complaints - 1 completed within 100 days
• Accessibility Grievances - 7 complaints
• Public Accommodation Requests (ADA Trash Pick -Up Service) - 4 requests
• Entrance Ramp Requests - None
• ADA Technical Assistance - 2 requests
• ADA Accessibility Complaints — responded to 10 within 60 days.
Mr. Bazar extended the following invitations to the Committee members:
• Invitation from Judy Telge: Representatives of the Disability Policy Consortium
will be in Corpus Christi on Friday, March 14, 2008 from 10:30 am - 1:00 pm at
Nueces County MHMR Youth Services Building, 3733 South Port/Crosstown
Expressway, (361) 883-8461. A showing of the film "Forgotten Lives" will be from
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm. The documentary film tells the story of Texans with
developmental disabilities living in institutions.
• Invitation from Rosa Valdez: TIBH Industries, Inc. Awards Recognition Luncheon.
TIBH Industries, Inc. will recognize Customers and The Employee of the Year for
each Community Rehabilitation Program (CRP), Thursday, March 13, 2008 from
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm at the Radisson Beach Hotel (across the bridge), 3200
Surfside Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX, (361) 883-9700.
• Reminder: Election of Committee Members will be held in April 2008.
[Christina Fratilia arrived at 3:55 pm]
B. Engineering Services Department
Gerald Tyler provided the Committee with a brief report on the following:
• ADA Marina improvements which were on hold as of February are now forthcoming
• Marina, Shoreline/Buford, Cole Park, City Hall and West Guth Park Pool projects are
under construction and/or issues are being addressed
• Engineering Sub -Committee: Two projects will be reviewed and the Sub -Committee
plans to meet prior to next month's Committee meeting
• The Engineering Department continues to receive, investigate and propose
resolutions for all ADA Grievances
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C. Parks and Recreation Department
Billy Delgado reported the following:
• The Latchkey, Park Maintenance and Recreations Centers all participated in the
Catch a Special Thrill (CAST). The event was a big success.
• The department is working on three master plans
1. Latchkey Complaint Update
Billy Delgado indicated that Sally Gavilk prepared a response; however, the copy of
the response was left in Mr. Delgado's office. Mr. Delgado will provide an update at
next month's Committee meeting.
D. Development Services Department
No report.
7. Subcommittee Reports
A. ADA Title I/Employment Comprehensive Subcommittee
No meeting. No report.
B. Engineering Subcommittee
No meeting. No report.
C. Latchkey Subcommittee
No meeting. No report.
MOTION Committee to provide a Public Forum: RTA presentation to Committee regarding RTA's
transition plan proposal. Motion made by Harvey Salinas and seconded by David Ramos.
Motion passed.
8. Committee Agenda Item Requests
A. Election of CFPWD Board Members
B. Del Mar College Richardson Auditorium ADA Accessible Parking Improvements
C. Engineering: Cimmaron Phase I and Staples/Doddridge Update
D. Development Services: Commercial/Subdivision Update
9. Announcements
None.
10. Adjournment
Motion to adjourn was made by Harvey Salinas and seconded by David Ramos. Motion
passed. The meeting adjourned at approximately 4:40 pm.
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