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Home My WebLink About11/18/2024 - Disability Advisory Board - AGENDA - Regular Meeting DISABILITY ADVISORY BOARD REGULAR MEETING City Contact Person: Melanie Clark, Executive Administrative Assistant, Office of Equity & Inclusion – mclark@fcgov.com November 18, 2024, 5:30 – 7:30 pm Zoom – See Link Below 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL 3. AGENDA REVIEW Participation for this Disability Advisory Board Meeting will be held in person at City Hall, 300 Laporte Ave., bldg. A, CIC Conference Room and Zoom using this link: https://fcgov.zoom.us/j/96957373528 Online Public Participation: The meeting will be available to join beginning at 5:30 pm. Participants should try to sign in prior to the 5:30 pm meeting start time, if possible. For public comments, the Chair will ask participants to click the “Raise Hand” button to indicate you would like to speak at that time. Staff will moderate the Zoom session to ensure all participants have an opportunity to address the Board or Commission. To participate:  Use a laptop, computer, or internet-enabled smartphone. (Using earphones with a microphone will greatly improve your audio).  You need to have access to the internet.  Keep yourself on muted status. This information is available in Spanish or other language at no cost to a person who would like this information translated to or communicated in Spanish or other language. Please call 970- 232-0512 or cmenendez@fcgov.com to make a request for information in other languages. Esta información está disponible en español u otro idioma, sin costo para la persona que le gustaría esta información traducida o comunicada en español u otro idioma. Favor llame al 970.232.0512 or cmenendez@fcgov.com para solicitar información en otros idiomas. Auxiliary aids and services are available for persons with disabilities. TTY: please use 711 to call 970.416.4254 4. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 b. OCTOBER 21, 2024 6. GUEST PRESENTER: NONE 7. BUDGET 8. NEW BUSINESS a. DECEMBER MEETING CANCELATION b. 2025 WORK PLAN – FACILITATED CONVERSATION 9. OLD BUSINESS 10. OTHER BUSINESS/UPDATES a. DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT AWARENESS PROCLAMATION UPDATE 11. FUTURE AGENDA REVIEW 12. ADJOURMENT Disability Advisory Board REGULAR MEETING Monday, September 18, 2024 – 5:30 PM City Hall: 300 Laporte Ave and Zoom: https://fcgov.zoom.us/j/96957373528 1. CALL TO ORDER: 5:30 PM 2. ROLL CALL – a. Board Members Present – Terry Schlicting, Linda Drees, Mandy Morgan, Kristin White, Joseph Tiner, Scott Winnegrad, Rachel Knox-Stutsman, Amber Kelley b. Board Members Absent – Jaclyn Menendez c. Staff Members Present – Councilmember Melanie Potyondy, Jan Reece, Lead Equal Opportunity Compliance Specialist, Melanie Clark, Executive Admin Assistant d. Guest(s) – Jim Fellion, Anais Campbell, ARC of Larimer County, Cammy Cortes 3. AGENDA REVIEW 4. COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION – NONE 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. August 19, 2024 Board member Tiner motioned to approve the August 19, 2024, meeting minutes. Board member Kelley seconded the motion. Motion passed 8-0 6. GUEST PRESENTATIONS – COURTNEY GEARY, FCMOVES – CANYON, MAGNOLIA, SHERWOOD, ASPHALT ART Courtney Geary shared information about recent infrastructure improvements, including the installation of pedestrian and bike-friendly features. She stated that the City received a grant in 2021, to fund a series of initiatives, and by 2022-2023, the first set of improvements, including the installation of pedestrian and bike lanes, were completed. These early efforts helped extend sidewalk spaces and slow traffic in key areas, such as through intersections. She also touched on how the street designs aim to reduce complexity and improve traffic flow while enhancing safety for pedestrians and cyclists. Courtney noted, the city's first round of infrastructure updates received positive feedback for providing safer crossings, but there were also concerns raised about driver behavior and confusion at intersections. One key focus was the development of a larger, more complex intersection design for 2024. This redesign separated a previously complicated 5-way intersection into two smaller, more manageable intersections. The plan aimed to reduce pedestrian crossing distances and simplify traffic flow, ultimately improving safety. The project, which involves the installation of new bike lanes, crosswalks, and other traffic- calming features, is funded through a combination of public grants and community health funding. There was a specific emphasis on the introduction of new technologies, such as flashing beacons to improve visibility at crosswalks, although these were not yet universally implemented. Board members discussed challenges related to the placement of crosswalks and signage for people with visual impairments. One of the more complex issues is directing pedestrians with visual impairments across busy intersections safely, especially in areas where diagonal crossings are involved. Concerns were raised about the difficulty of navigating intersections, particularly for those who may rely on canes or other mobility aids. Several ideas were proposed, including better signage and the use of detectable warning strips. There were also suggestions for improving communication to people with disabilities through apps or direct services, to ensure better access to information and support. Courtney touched on the long-term goals for these projects, including how to assess their success, make improvements, and ensure accessibility for all. Questions about the design and budgeting for future phases of the project were discussed, and the Board emphasized the need for ongoing feedback from the community to refine these efforts 7. BUDGET 8. NEW BUSINESS a. Council Meetings Board members discussed regularly attending City Council meetings so they can be aware of any DAB related issues that come up. Board members agreed to regularly review Council’s 6-month agenda planning calendar. 9. Old Business a. Disability Employment Awareness Month Board members discussed candidates to invite to receive the Disability Employment Awareness Month proclamation. Board member Tiner motioned to invite JT to accept the proclamation. Vice Chair Schlicting seconded the motion. Motion passed 8-0 10. OTHER BUSINESS/UPDATES a. Discussion to develop strategy for 2025 Work Plan – Special Session Board members discussed having a structured and facilitated conversation to help them draft their 2025 Work Plan. Possible dates for scheduling the Work Plan meeting were discussed. Three dates will be provided to the facilitator to see which date works best for them. 11. Future Agenda Review a. Council 6-Month Agenda Review 12. ADJOURNMENT a. Meeting adjourned at 7:10 PM 09/16/24– MINUTES Page 2 Minutes approved by the Chair and a vote of the Board/Commission on XX/XX/XX Disability Advisory Board REGULAR MEETING Monday, October 21, 2024 – 5:30 PM City Hall: 300 Laporte Ave and Zoom: https://fcgov.zoom.us/j/96957373528 1. CALL TO ORDER: 6:00 PM 2. ROLL CALL – a. Board Members Present – Terry Schlicting, Mandy Morgan, Kristin White, Joseph Tiner, Scott Winnegrad, Rachel Knox-Stutsman, Amber Kelley b. Board Members Absent – Linda Drees, Jaclyn Menendez c. Staff Members Present – Jan Reece, Lead Equal Opportunity Compliance Specialist, Melanie Clark, Executive Admin Assistant d. Guest(s) – Anais Campbell, ARC of Larimer County, Liri Sananes 3. AGENDA REVIEW 4. COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION Community member, Liri Sananes addressed the board regarding inconsistent signage on Transfort buses related to priority seating. They would like to see more consistency in the signs, with them being easier to read and placed in more visible areas. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. September 16, 2024 Minutes will be approved at the November meeting. 1. GUEST PRESENTATIONS – DASHIELL BUBAR-HALL, FCMOVES – MICROTRANSIT, SPENCER SMITH, ENGINEERING – SIDEWALK PROJECTS AND GRANT UPDATE Dashiell Bubar-Hall provide an overview of the 2019 Transit Master Plan. He explained during COVID some of the services were suspended. They are hoping to be able to return to full service including extending service in the evenings, weekends and holidays on some routes. Additionally, they plan to return MAX to a 10-minute frequency. Dashiell stated they are assessing the Transit Master Plan to find the most optimal way to deliver service to the community. They are looking to have a five- to 10-year strategic plan that will account for ridership growth and improved services consistent with community needs. Spencer Smith gave an overview of sidewalk projects that took place in 2024 and what’s to come for 2025. Spencer stated the grant they applied for to improve sidewalks along College Avenue was not approved. 6. BUDGET 7. NEW BUSINESS 8. OLD BUSINESS 9. OTHER BUSINESS/UPDATES 10. FUTURE AGENDA REVIEW 11. ADJOURNMENT a. Meeting adjourned at 7:51 PM 10/21/24– MINUTES Page 2 Minutes approved by the Chair and a vote of the Board/Commission on XX/XX/XX Disability Advisory Board – 2025 Work Plan Session 2025 Work Plan session Questions to consider ahead of work plan session: What are some of the connections you see between the work of the DAB and council priorities? Pretend it’s December of 2025 and you are looking back at the year and celebrating DAB accomplishments. What has the board accomplished? How have you supported those accomplishments? Please review: Council Priorities DAB Duties and Responsibilities Sec. 2-104. - Disability Advisory Board. (a)The City shall have a Disability Advisory Board, hereafter referred to in this Section as the "Board." The Board shall consist of nine (9) members. (b)The Board shall have the following functions: (1) To develop educational programs to acquaint our citizens with issues affecting individuals with disabilities; (2) To form special committees including outside consultants or specialists to address issues affecting the well-being of individuals with disabilities; (3) To communicate with other commissions in order to generate ideas helpful to the City Council; (4) To educate City employees about access issues affecting individuals with disabilities; (5) To recommend to the City design requirements that ensure accessibility; (6) To help the City establish conditions and practices that contribute to employing individuals with disabilities; and (7) To serve as advocates among City employees, private businesses and the community on behalf of individuals with disabilities. Work Plan Session Agenda Opening D.A.B. Destination 2025: Setting clear goals/backwards planning Actions to reach goals Closing: Review completed work & next actions City of Fort Collins DISABILITY ADVISORY BOARD 2024 Work Plan Networking and Collaboration Action: Meet and collaborate with other internal Boards and Commissions, Loveland Disability Advisory Board, external partners, etc. Education and Outreach Action: Explore educational training and outreach. Invite HRC Chair and Co- Chair to discuss how they organize theirs. Will host Community Awards Ceremony biannually. Will explore options in 2024 for new ideas on how to organize the award ceremony. Safety Action: Meet with relevant City and Community Stakeholders to provide guidance around disability related issues. Transportation Action: Provide for safe, reliable, and accessible multimodal travel to, from, and throughout the city. Continue ongoing efforts in the below topics/projects: • Transfort - Monthly reviews and Quarterly updates of key initiatives and on- going projects. Quarterly attendance of Transfort. • Improve Dial-a-Ride application and process. Katlyn to present quarterly with changes/improvements. • Explore Boston’s Dial-a-Ride process • Participate in the development of Paratransit web portal/mobile app. Work will begin as soon as we execute the grant agreement with CDOT – expected at end of 2024 • Get updates on the Transfort Master Plan and how the new tax initiative will impact the plan. • Continue partnering with FCMoves for best practices and/or improvements to SPIN program High Performing Government Action: Support The City in hiring people with disabilities through education, training, and partnership with PSD in creating a school to work pipeline. Introduce ACE, Project Search and SWAP. Provide information on People First Language to City Council. Provide input on City Equity Hiring Guide. • Pipeline/Resources • Disabled Resource Services Group (Evan) • Student Disability Center (Joe) • ARC • Individuals with IDD • Workforce Disability Subcommittee Members Economic Health Action: Continue to highlight/recognize employers who hire people with disabilities through annual Community Recognition Awards. Awards Ceremony will be held biannually. Will research new ideas in 2024 for the awards ceremony. • Community Recognition Awards (employers, those who advocate for those with disabilities) • Select location o Senior Center, mindful of costs o Pros – Positive for community o Cons - Getting nominations for awards (Board generate nominations, possible social media platforms) o CSU – option/expensive • 2025 next awards event o Categories for nomination – (Community Recognition Awards) o Recognized Employers in categories: Volunteers, Disability, Business Advocacy, Veterans (include individual) o 1-2 nominations per category o Subcommittee - Rachel Knox-Stutsman, Joe Tiner, Linda Drees o Help with event planning. o Votes on nominations. o Melanie Clark will help with admin side of planning. o Continue to invite Police Chief, review CRA process. o Highlight companies hiring those with disabilities. o Consider promoting event in Coloradoan Neighborhood Livability and Social Health Action: Provide a high-quality built environment, support quality, diverse neighborhoods and foster the social health of the community. • Invite Code Compliance and Streets to talk about sidewalk snow removal – private vs. City owned. • Invite Engineering and Code Compliance to talk about sidewalk access • Invite FCMoves to discuss sidewalk usage of bicyclists and scooters, and other pedestrians Culture and Recreation • Provide diverse cultural and recreational amenities. • Provide feedback for parks and recreational area. (example: Whitewater Park) • Events at the Lincoln Center. • Accessibility at private businesses. (Apps for reviewing accessibility