Citizens' Advisory Commission on Disabilities

CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, AUGUST 9, 2018 CITIZENS' ADVISORY SECOND THURSDAY, CITY COUNCIL COMMISSION ON CHAMBER, DISABILITIES MINUTES 333 W. OCEAN BOULEVARD, 1:00 PM Deaka McClain, Chair Ciara Calsita, Member David Gauthier, Vice Chair Sherry Diamond, Member Nubia Flores Cedeno, Secretary Chris Karadjov, Member Alice Bruns, Member Jamone Pili, Member CALL TO ORDER Chair McClain called the meeting to order at 1:00 pm. ROLL CALL Commissioners Alice Bruns, Sherry Diamond, Nubia Flores Cedeno, David Present: Gauthier and Deaka McClain Commissioners Ciara Calsita, Chris Karadjov and Jamone Pili Absent: FLAG SALUTE Commissioner Diamond led the flag salute. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION No public comment. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES 18-029CA Recommendation to approve minutes from the July 12, 2018 meeting of the Citizen's Advisory Commission on Disabilities. A motion was made by Vice Chair Gauthier, seconded by Commissioner Diamond, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Page 1 of 5 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, AUGUST 9, 2018 CITIZENS' ADVISORY SECOND THURSDAY, CITY COUNCIL COMMISSION ON CHAMBER, DISABILITIES MINUTES 333 W. OCEAN BOULEVARD, 1:00 PM Yes: 5 - Alice Bruns, Sherry Diamond, Nubia Flores Cedeno, David Gauthier and Deaka McClain Absent: 3 - Ciara Calsita, Chris Karadjov and Jamone Pili STANDING COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS 18-030CA Recommendation to receive and file monthly report by the Youth, Employment & Programs standing committee and/or adopt any recommendations this body would like to make. Commissioner Gauthier reported that the resources guide is being finalized. A motion was made by Commissioner Diamond, seconded by Commissioner Bruns, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 5 - Alice Bruns, Sherry Diamond, Nubia Flores Cedeno, David Gauthier and Deaka McClain Absent: 3 - Ciara Calsita, Chris Karadjov and Jamone Pili 18-031CA Recommendation to receive and file monthly report by the Accessibility, Transportation & Services standing committee and/or adopt any recommendations this body would like to make. Commissioner Cedeno reported that the letter of recommendation for parks accessibility was sent to Mayor Garcia, Parks & Recreation and Public Works. A motion was made by Vice Chair Gauthier, seconded by Secretary Cedeno, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 5 - Alice Bruns, Sherry Diamond, Nubia Flores Cedeno, David Gauthier and Deaka McClain Absent: 3 - Ciara Calsita, Chris Karadjov and Jamone Pili AD-HOC COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS Page 2 of 5 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, AUGUST 9, 2018 CITIZENS' ADVISORY SECOND THURSDAY, CITY COUNCIL COMMISSION ON CHAMBER, DISABILITIES MINUTES 333 W. OCEAN BOULEVARD, 1:00 PM 18-032CA Recommendation to receive and file and/or approve any additional recommendations from the DEAM 2018 ad-hoc committee. Commissioner Bruns and McClain reported the following: - would like for Councilmember Richardson to cohost the event and be the main speaker - the run of show will go from 12:00-2:30 - requested any new vendors to add to list? - need to still discuss theme and colors - decide any food to be provided - invites to go out by the end of the month, ideally by email A motion was made by Commissioner Diamond, seconded by Vice Chair Gauthier, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 5 - Alice Bruns, Sherry Diamond, Nubia Flores Cedeno, David Gauthier and Deaka McClain Absent: 3 - Ciara Calsita, Chris Karadjov and Jamone Pili 18-033CA Recommendation to receive and file and/or approve any additional recommendations from Mentoring Day 2018 ad-hoc committee. Commissioner Gauthier reported that all recommendations have been previously made. A motion was made by Commissioner Diamond, seconded by Vice Chair Gauthier, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 5 - Alice Bruns, Sherry Diamond, Nubia Flores Cedeno, David Gauthier and Deaka McClain Absent: 3 - Ciara Calsita, Chris Karadjov and Jamone Pili Page 3 of 5 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, AUGUST 9, 2018 CITIZENS' ADVISORY SECOND THURSDAY, CITY COUNCIL COMMISSION ON CHAMBER, DISABILITIES MINUTES 333 W. OCEAN BOULEVARD, 1:00 PM 18-034CA Recommendation to receive and file and/or approve any recommendations from the 'Stamped Concrete/Decorative Surfaces' ad hoc committee. Commissioner Bruns requested information related to the Ochoa lawsuit; Heather Blackmun provided, stating that this specific concern was not within the paremeters of the lawsuit. Commissioner McClain requested that public works attend a CACoD meeting to elaborate on the City's use of stamped/decorative concrete and pavers. Commissioner Diamond clarified that pavers and stamped concrete are used to beautify our City which in turn could have unintended consequences for people with certain disabilities. Commissioner Cedeno reported that these sidewalk treatments generally have a decreased cost in maintenance. The committee will look at other cities to see what protocols they may be following and what standards these cities may have in place. A motion was made by Commissioner Bruns, seconded by Commissioner Diamond, to approve recommendation. The motion carried by the following vote: Yes: 5 - Alice Bruns, Sherry Diamond, Nubia Flores Cedeno, David Gauthier and Deaka McClain Absent: 3 - Ciara Calsita, Chris Karadjov and Jamone Pili STAFF REPORT Heather Blackmun reported: - the new civic center presentation would occur late this year, early next year - the updated blue zone policy is being finalized CHAIRPERSON AND/OR VICE CHAIR CLOSING REMARKS Page 4 of 5 CITY OF LONG BEACH THURSDAY, AUGUST 9, 2018 CITIZENS' ADVISORY SECOND THURSDAY, CITY COUNCIL COMMISSION ON CHAMBER, DISABILITIES MINUTES 333 W. OCEAN BOULEVARD, 1:00 PM ANNOUNCEMENTS FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Economic Development presentation ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 1:43 pm. Page 5 of 5