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2. 3. REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON AGING DECEMBER 14TH, 2022 AT NOON CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS, 78701 Some members of the BOARD/COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Halana Kaleel, 512-972-5019, Halana.Kaleel@austintexas.gov. CURRENT MEMBERS: Janee Briesemeister, Chair Richard Bondi Amy Temperley, Vice-Chair Patricia Bordie Jacqueline Angel Martha Bauman Emily De Maria Nicola Fred Lugo Erica Garcia-Pittman Martin Kareithi Luz Lopez-Guerrero Sally Van Sickle Henry Van de Putte Peter Varteressian AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the November 9th, 2022 Regular Commission on Aging Meeting. 1. STAFF BRIEFINGS/ANNOUNCEMENTS Staff briefing regarding Age-Friendly Austin Update, Kodjo Dodo, Manager, Planning and Evaluation Unit, Austin Public Health. Introduction: New Age Friendly Austin Program Coordinator, Nicole Howe, Planning and Evaluation Unit, Austin Public Health. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. DISCUSSION ITEMS Discussion on Upcoming Quality of Life Townhalls-December 15th, January 11th, and January 14th. Discussion on Quality Of Life Study Retreat that occurred on November 12th, 2022 Discussion, update, and follow-up on the Commission on Aging Quality of Life Study Discussion on FY23-24 Budget Recommendation Cycle Planning and Engagement Discussion on the Mighty Good Time Website, Commissioner Temperly. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Discussion and Possible Action on the Age-Friendly Austin Community Feedback Survey 2023 Discussion and Possible Action on Commission on Aging Comments on the City of Austin Audit on Access to City Services for Seniors. Discussion and Possible Action on planning an older-adult focused townhall for FY23-24 Budget Cycle. Discussion and Possible Action on the Joint Quality of Life Study Retreat being led by City of Austin Joint Inclusion Committee. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES Update from Commission Work Plan Update from the Age Friendly Action Plan Implementation Working Group …
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SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON AGING NOVEMBER 12TH, 2022 AT NOON PERMITTING & DEVELOPMENT CENTER (PDC): ROOMS 1401 & 1402 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR. AUSTIN, TEXAS 78752 Some members of the BOARD/COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Halana Kaleel, 512-972-5019, Halana.Kaleel@austintexas.gov. CURRENT MEMBERS: Janee Briesemeister, Chair Richard Bondi Amy Temperley, Vice-Chair Patricia Bordie Jacqueline Angel Martha Bauman Erica Garcia-Pittman Sally Van Sickle Henry Van de Putte Martin Kareithi Peter Varteressian Luz Lopez-Guerrero Natalie Cagle Emily De Maria Nicola Fred Lugo AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. MOTION TO SUSPEND ROBERT’S RULE OF ORDER 1. Discussion and possible action on the QoL Life Study, including timeline, scope of DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS purpose, & follow-up steps ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Halana Kaleel at Austin Public Health, at 512-972-5019, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Commission on Aging, please contact Halana Kaleel at 512-972- 5019.
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2. REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON AGING NOVEMBER 9TH, 2022 AT NOON CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS, 78701 Some members of the BOARD/COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Jeremy Garza, 512-978-1797, jeremy.garza@austintexas.gov. CURRENT MEMBERS: Janee Briesemeister, Chair Richard Bondi Amy Temperley, Vice-Chair Patricia Bordie Jacqueline Angel Martha Bauman Erica Garcia-Pittman Sally Van Sickle Henry Van de Putte Martin Kareithi Peter Varteressian Luz Lopez-Guerrero Natalie Cagle Emily De Maria Nicola Fred Lugo AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the October 12th, 2022 Regular Commission on Aging Meeting. 1. STAFF BRIEFINGS/ANNOUNCEMENTS Staff briefing regarding Age-Friendly Austin Update, Kodjo Dodo, Manager, Planning and Evaluation Unit, Austin Public Health. DISCUSSION ITEMS Presentation: City Services for Older Adults Audit, Neha Sharma and Kelsey Thompson, Office of the City Auditor. Review and Discuss Age-Friendly Austin Community Feedback Survey 2023 DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Discussion and Possible Action on City of Austin Audit on Access to City Services for Seniors. Discussion and possible action on the Quality of Life Townhalls. Discussion and possible action on reforming the Commission on Aging Working Groups. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES Update from Commission Work Plan Update from the Age Friendly Action Plan Implementation Working Group Update from the Budget Working Group Update from the Community Support and Health Services Working Group Update from the Joint Inclusion Committee Update from the Quality-of-Life Study Working Group Update from the Social Participation, Respect and Social Inclusion, Civic Participation and Employment Working Group Update from the Transportation, Housing, and Outdoor Spaces Working Group WORKING GROUP RECOMMENDATIONS Discussion and possible action from the FY23 Budget Workshop November 5th, 2022. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be …
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1. 2. REGULAR MEETING OF THE COMMISSION ON AGING OCTOBER 12TH, 2022 AT NOON CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS, 78701 Some members of the BOARD/COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Halana Kaleel, 512-972-5019, Halana.Kaleel@austintexas.gov. CURRENT MEMBERS: Janee Briesemeister, Chair Richard Bondi Amy Temperley, Vice-Chair Patricia Bordie Jacqueline Angel Martha Bauman Erica Garcia-Pittman Sally Van Sickle Henry Van de Putte Martin Kareithi Peter Varteressian Luz Lopez-Guerrero Natalie Cagle Emily De Maria Nicola Fred Lugo AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the September 14th, 2022 Regular Commission on Aging Meeting. STAFF BRIEFINGS/ANNOUNCEMENTS Staff briefing regarding Age-Friendly Austin Update, Kodjo Dodo, Manager, Planning and Evaluation Unit, Austin Public Health. Boards and Commissions Fall Refresh Update including: City Issued Email Protocols, Attendance Protocols, and Hybrid Meeting Practices, Halana Kaleel, Staff Liaison, Commission on Aging, Austin Public Health. DISCUSSION ITEMS Discussion: Commission on Aging Bylaws Amendment and Update. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Discussion and Possible Action on City of Austin Audit on Access to City Services for Seniors. Discussion and Possible Action: Commission on Aging 2023 Regular Meeting Schedule. 6. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES Update from Commission Work Plan Update from the Age Friendly Action Plan Implementation Working Group Update from the Community Support and Health Services Working Group Update from the Joint Inclusion Committee Update from the Quality of Life Study Working Group Update from the Social Participation, Respect and Social Inclusion, Civic Participation and Employment Working Group Update from the Transportation, Housing, and Outdoor Spaces Working Group WORKING GROUP RECOMMENDATIONS Discussion and Possible Action to add Commissioner De Maria Nicola to the Quality of Life Study Working Group. Discussion and possible action on establishing a calendar date for a Quality of Life Study retreat. Discussion and Possible Action on establishing the Commission on Aging’s …
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2. REGULAR MEETING of the COMMISSION ON SENIORS SEPTEMBER 14TH AT NOON CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS, 78701 Some members of the BOARD/COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Halana Kaleel, 512-972-5019, Halana.Kaleel@austintexas.gov. CURRENT MEMBERS: Janee Briesemeister, Chair Richard Bondi Amy Temperley, Vice-Chair Patricia Bordie Jacqueline Angel Martha Bauman Erica Garcia-Pittman Sally Van Sickle Henry Van de Putte Martin Kareithi Peter Varteressian Luz Lopez-Guerrero Natalie Cagle Emily De Maria Nicola Fred Lugo AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the August 10th, 2022 Regular Commission on Seniors Meeting. 1. STAFF BRIEFINGS/ANNOUNCEMENTS Staff briefing regarding Age-Friendly Austin Update, Tabitha Taylor, Age-Friendly Program Coordinator. DISCUSSION ITEMS Presentation: ATX Walk Bike Roll (ATXWBR) Project Update, Katie Wettick and John Eastman, City of Austin Public Works. Presentation: Senior Homestead Exemption Outreach Overview, Tabitha Taylor, Austin Public Health and Tara Connolly, City of Austin Housing and Planning. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Strategic Discussion and Planning: Commission on Seniors Quality of Life Study. Discussion and action to approve amendments to the Commission on Seniors bylaws to change name of the Commission on Seniors to the Commission on Aging, update the language “seniors” to “aging,” and amend goals of the Commission on Seniors. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES Update from Commission Work Plan Update from the Age Friendly Action Plan Implementation Working Group Update from the Transportation, Housing, and Outdoor Spaces Working Group Update from the Social Participation, Respect and Social Inclusion, Civic Participation and Employment Working Group Update from the Community Support and Health Services Working Group Update from the Joint Inclusion Committee Update from the Ordinance and Bylaws Working Group Update from the Budget Working Group WORKING GROUP RECOMMENDATIONS Discussion and action to form the Commission on Seniors Quality of Life Study Working Group (Vice-Chair Temperley, Commissioner Bordie, and …
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1. 2. REGULAR MEETING of the COMMISSION ON SENIORS AUGUST 10TH AT NOON CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS, 78701 Some members of the BOARD/COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Halana Kaleel, 512-972-5019, Halana.Kaleel@austintexas.gov. CURRENT MEMBERS: Janee Briesemeister, Chair Richard Bondi Amy Temperley, Vice-Chair Patricia Bordie Jacqueline Angel Martha Bauman Erica Garcia-Pittman Sally Van Sickle Henry Van de Putte Martin Kareithi Peter Varteressian Luz Lopez-Guerrero Natalie Cagle Emily De Maria Nicola Fred Lugo AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve the minutes of the July 13th, 2022 Regular Commission on Seniors Meeting and the minutes of the Joint Meeting with the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities on June 10th, 2022. STAFF BRIEFINGS/ANNOUCEMENTS Staff briefing regarding Age-Friendly Austin Update, Tabitha Taylor, Age-Friendly Program Coordinator. DISCUSSION ITEMS Presentation: Aging and Homelessness Community Needs Survey, Vice Chair Amy Temperley City of Austin FY22-23 Budget Discussion and Review DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Strategic Discussion and Planning: Commission on Seniors Quality of Life Study 5. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES Update from Commission Work Plan Update from the Age Friendly Action Plan Implementation Working Group Update from the Transportation, Housing, and Outdoor Spaces Working Group Update from the Social Participation, Respect and Social Inclusion, Civic Participation and Employment Working Group Update from the Community Support and Health Services Working Group Update from the Joint Inclusion Committee Update from the Ordinance and Bylaws Working Group Update from the Budget Working Group WORKING GROUP RECOMMENDATIONS Discussion and possible action to add Commissioner Bondi as co-chair of the Social Participation, Respect and Social Inclusion, Civic Participation and Employment Working Group Discussion and possible action to add Commissioner Bondi to the Budget Working Group FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Presentation on Community Assistance Program from Ronnie Mendoza, Austin Energy (Pending Date) Presentation on ATX Walk Bike Roll …
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REGULAR MEETING of the COMMISSION ON SENIORS JULY 13TH AT NOON CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 W 2ND ST AUSTIN, TEXAS, 78701 Some members of the BOARD/COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Halana Kaleel, 512-972-5019, Halana.Kaleel@austintexas.gov. CURRENT MEMBERS: Janee Briesemeister, Chair Amy Temperley, Vice-Chair Natalie Cagle Jacqueline Angel Martha Bauman Emily De Maria Nicola Erica Garcia-Pittman Martin Kareithi Sally Van Sickle Luz Lopez-Guerrero Henry Van de Putte Fred Lugo Diana Spain Peter Varteressian Patricia Bordie AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the May 11th, 2022 Regular Commission on Seniors Meeting and the minutes of the Joint Meeting with the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities on June 10th, 2022. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Age-Friendly Austin Update, Tabitha Taylor, Age-Friendly Program Coordinator. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Presentation: Introducing Rainbow Connections ATX, Richard Bondi, Program Development Lead, Rainbow Connections Presentation: City of Austin's First Comprehensive Food Plan, Edwin Marty, Food Policy Manager, Office of Sustainability. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Discussion and possible action on the Commission on Seniors Annual Internal Review and Report. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES Update from Commission Work Plan Update from the Age Friendly Action Plan Implementation Working Group Update from the Transportation, Housing, and Outdoor Spaces Working Group Update from the Social Participation, Respect and Social Inclusion, Civic Participation and Employment Working Group. Update from the Community Support and Health Services Working Group Update from the Joint Inclusion Committee Update from the Ordinance and Bylaws Working Group WORKING GROUP RECOMMENDATIONS Discussion and Possible Action on recommendation to change name of Commission on Seniors, ordinance, and bylaws update by the Ordinance and Bylaws Working Group. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. …
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Recommendation: 20220713-13: Changing the Name of the Commission on Seniors to the Commission on Aging and Updating City Code Section 2-1-132 — original pdf
RECOMMENDATION Commission on Seniors Recommendation Number: 20220713-13: Changing the Name of the Commission on Seniors to the Commission on Aging and Updating City Code Section 2-1-132 WHEREAS, the term “seniors” is falling out of use when describing older adults, as many find it patronizing and ageist. For example, The American Psychological Association recommends using the term “older adults” and avoiding “terms such as “seniors,” “elderly,” “the aged,” “aging dependents,” and similar “othering” terms because they connote a stereotype and suggest that members of the group are not part of society but rather a group apart (see Lundebjerg et al., 2017; Sweetland et al., 2017)”; and WHEREAS, the term “aging” brings to mind a dynamic process that leads to new abilities and knowledge that continues to contribute to the community; and WHEREAS, renaming the Commission on Seniors the Commission on Aging would be consistent with names of other similar commissions, and with the name of local, state, and national agencies and organizations addressing the needs of older adults, such as the Area Agency on Aging, The Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services, the UT-Austin Aging and Longevity Center, and the Milken Institute Center for the Future of Aging; and WHEREAS; other parts of the City of Austin are transitioning away from using the term “seniors”. For example, the Parks and Recreation Department is moving from the term “senior programs” to “Varsity Generation” programs and services after research and community feedback; and WHEREAS, the membership of the commission should be diverse and inclusive, reflecting all who live in the Austin community. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Commission on Seniors recommends the Austin City Council approve amendments to the city code and commission bylaws attached to this resolution. These amendments: • Change the name of the Commission on Seniors to the Commission on Aging • Replace the term “seniors” with the term “older adults” in the ordinance and bylaws • Include the goal for the commission to be inclusive and represent a diversity of ethnicity, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, socioeconomic status, and national origin and include older adults who are representative of our diverse community. Date of Approval: July 13, 2022 Record of the vote: 8-0 For: Briesemeister, Angel, De Maria Nicola, Garcia-Pittman, Kareithi, Lugo, Van Sickle, Van de Putte Against: None Absent: Temperley, Bauman, Bordie, Cagle, Lopez-Guerrero, Varteressian Attest: _____________________________________________ Janee Briesemeister, Chair
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§ 2-1-132 - COMMISSION ON SENIORS AGING. (A) The Commission on Seniors Aging shall serve as an advisory board to the council concerning the quality of life for senior citizens older adults in the Austin area and to help ensure they older adults are productive, independent, and healthy. (B) The council shall appoint 15 commission members: (1) the mayor may nominate two commission members and each council member may nominate one commission member; (2) the Travis County Commissioners Court shall appoint one commission member; (3) the Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area shall appoint one commission member; (4) the Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority shall appoint one commission member. (C) The commission should include members who are representatives of or sensitive to the needs of the senior older adult population. Members should have substantive knowledge on issues concerning senior citizens older adults including but not limited to health, affordable housing, basic needs, transportation, social engagement and inclusion, and caregiver support. The commission should strive to be inclusive and represent a diversity of ethnicity, race, and gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, socioeconomic status, and national origin; and include older adults who are representatives of the senior population Austin community. (D) The commission shall: (1) advise the council on issues related to the senior older adult population in the Austin area; (2) evaluate and recommend programs, policies, and practices that create a positive impact and reduce the burden on seniors older adults; (3) determine the needs of seniors older adults in the Austin community, and advise council regarding these needs; and (4) promote the contributions of seniors older adults to the cultural, economic, and historical value of Austin. (E) The council encourages the commission to hold periodic joint meetings with the Mayor's Committee for People with Disabilities.
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SPECIAL CALLED MEETING JOINT MEETING: MAYOR’S COMMITTEE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES AND COMMISSION ON SENIORS FRIDAY, JUNE 10TH, 2022, 5:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M. AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARD & COMMISSION ROOM, ROOM 1101 301 W 2ND STREET, AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities and Commission on Seniors may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once, either in-person or remotely, and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register, email the board liaison at Damian.Pantoja@austintexas.gov The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live MAYOR’S COMMITTEE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABIILITES CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Jonathan Franks, Chair Emily Shryock, Vice Chair Diana Anzaldua Taurean Burt Kathryn Broadwater Vacant Joey Gidseg Diane Kearns-Osterweil Robin Orlowski Jennifer S. Powell Deborah Trejo COMMISSION ON SENIORS CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Janee Briesemeister, Chair Amy Temperley, Vice-Chair Jacqueline Angel Martha Bauman Patricia Bordie Natalie Cagle Emily De Maria Nicola Erica Garcia-Pittman Martin Kareithi Sally Van Sickle Luz Lopez-Guerrero Henry Van de Putte Fred Lugo Diana Spain Peter Varteressian AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. Approval of the minutes from the Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities April 8, 2022 meeting. II. NEW BUSINESS a. Presentation by Public Consulting Group regarding the Disability Quality of Life Study. Temperly) b. Presentation by Project Connect and CapMetro regarding service updates. c. Discussion on the Commission on Seniors Name Change. (Commissioner d. Discussion on the Downtown Commission's position on the use of scooters in the downtown areas and its impact on people with disabilities. (Commissioners Broadwater and Orlowski). e. Discussion regarding a recommendation to require certified ASL interpreters to be dispatched to a site with deaf survivors. f. Discussion regarding a recommendation to require the City of Austin MBWE Program be amended and expanded to include disability. III. OLD BUSINESS a. None. V. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS VI. ADJOURNMENT IV. STAFF BRIEFINGS AND COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCEMENTS The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring sign language interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) …
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COMMISSION ON SENIORS MAY 11TH, 2022 AT 12:00PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 301 WEST 2ND STREET, AUSTIN, TEXAS, 78701 OR VIA VIDEOCONFERENCING (Some members of the commission may be participating by videoconference) PUBLIC COMMUNICATION Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register, please email or call Halana Kaleel at Halana.Kaleel@austintexas.gov or 512-972-5019. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Janee Briesemeister, Chair Amy Temperley, Vice-Chair Jacqueline Angel Martha Bauman Patricia Bordie Natalie Cagle Emily De Maria Nicola Erica Garcia-Pittman Sally Van Sickle Martin Kareithi Luz Lopez-Guerrero Peter Varteressian Fred Lugo Diana Spain AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM THE COMMISSION ON SENIORS APRIL 13TH, 2022 MEETING 2. ANNOUNCEMENTS 3. OLD BUSINESS A. Discussion and possible action Commission Work Plan – Standing Item B. Discussion and possible action from Working Groups – Standing Item i. Age-Friendly Action Plan Implementation Working Group ii. iii. Transportation, Housing and Outdoor Spaces Working Group Social Participation, Respect and Social Inclusion, Civic Participation and Employment Working Group iv. Community Support and Health Services Working Group v. Emergency Preparedness and Response Working Group C. Discussion and possible action from Joint Inclusion Committee – Standing Item (Commissioner Temperley) D. Discussion and possible action of City of Austin Budget – Standing Item (Chair Briesemeister) 4. NEW BUSINESS A. Presentation on 87th Legislative Session Updates, Brie L. Franco, City of Austin, Intergovernmental Relations Officer B. Present Commission on Seniors FY22 Community Service Awards (Mary Sue Clyne and Nina Mosier, M.D.) C. Discussion and possible action on appointment of a working group to consider change of name, ordinance, and bylaws of the Commission on Seniors (Chair Briesemeister and Commissioner Temperley) D. Discussion and possible action in support of Budget Resolutions adopted by the Joint Inclusion Committee (Commissioner Van Sickle and Garcia-Pittman) A. Age-Friendly Austin Update, Tabitha Taylor, Age-Friendly Program Coordinator. 5. STAFF BRIEFINGS 6. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS A. Joint Meeting with the Mayor’s Committee for People with …