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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017 - Commission On Disability - Work PlanKey Strategic Outcomes COD Action Items Strategic Objectives Supported Neighborhood Livability and Social Health Provide a high quality built environment, support quality, diverse neighborhoods and foster the social health of citizens. Establish Liaison Committee to partner with relevant Boards, Commission, and City Departments. o Ensure COD representation at major events relevant to Community & Neighborhood Livability. o Extend invitations to monthly meetings to relevant Boards, Commissions, and City Departments o Receive and respond to citizen concerns. o Develop COD statement regarding affordable and accessible housing. o Identify needs and develop/pursue special projects.* o Ensure COD representation at major events relevant to Transportation. o Develop service agency list. Draft letter to list agencies to introduce COD and invite representatives to our meetings. *Projects might include: Work toward additional ADA accessible parking in the downtown area. Partner with Neighborhood Services to provide Reasonable Accommodation information for Tenant/Landlord Handbook. Develop education materials for Barrier Free Housing 1.1 Improve access to a broad range of quality housing that is safe, accessible and affordable. 1.2 Leverage and improve collaboration with other agencies to address homelessness, poverty issues and other high priority human service needs. 1.3 Promote a more inclusive and equitable community that embraces and celebrates diversity. 1.6 Improve neighborhood parking and traffic issues. 1.8 Foster positive and respectful neighbor relationships and open communication, as well as provide and support conflict resolution. BFO Offers Offer 11.1: Low Income, Senior and Disabled Rebate Programs Offer 11.2: ENHANCEMENT: Low Income, Senior and Disabled Rebate Program Additional Funding Offer 27.4: ENHANCEMENT: Human Services Program Grant Funding Offer 27.8: ENHANCEMENT: 2.0 FTE Classified Office of Equity and Inclusion & Program Resources Offer 75.9: ENHANCEMENT: Neighborhood Improvement and Community Building Grant Fund (Previously Renewal of Neighborhoods in a State of Change) - ADA accessibility Transportation Provide for safe & reliable multimodal travel to, from, and throughout the city Establish Liaison Committee to partner with relevant Boards, Commission, and City Departments. o Extend invitations to monthly meetings to relevant Boards, Commissions, and City Departments o Receive and respond to citizen concerns. o Develop COD statement regarding accessible transportation. o Identify needs and develop/pursue special projects.* *Projects might include: Partner with Transfort to provide Ambassador/Consultant to evaluate proposed changes. Engage in Dial-A-Ride and Para Transit education and advocacy. Improve Regional Interconnectivity. Add more accessible parking. Develop education materials regarding wheelchair use – laws, challenges, etiquette. Compile snow removal data, instructions, etc. Follow-up on sidewalk survey. 6.1 Improve safety for all modes of travel including vehicular, pedestrian and bicycle. 6.2 Improve traffic flow to benefit both individuals and the business community. 6.4 Improve transit availability, grow ridership and address MAX parking concerns. 6.5 Fill the gaps for all modes of travel and improve the current transportation infrastructure while enhancing the aesthetic environment. 6.6 Develop long-term transportation plans that improve local and regional transportation networks. Culture & Recreation Provide diverse cultural and recreational amenities Establish Liaison Committee to partner with relevant Boards, Commissions, and City Departments. o Ensure COD representation at major events relevant to Culture and Recreation. o Extend invitations to monthly meetings to relevant Boards, Commissions, and City Departments o Receive and respond to citizen concerns. o Develop COD statement regarding the contribution/participation of people with disabilities to our City’s culture. o Identify needs and develop/pursue special projects.* Mayor’s Awards *Projects might include: Partner with ARO to enhance public awareness of recreation opportunities. Adult changing tables in the restroom at Inspiration Park 2.2 Improve low and moderate income citizen access to, and participation in, City programs and facilities. 2.3 Promote health and wellness within the community and provide sustainable access to nature. 2.5 Plan, design and implement improvements to the citywide trail system. 2.6 Develop a clear strategic description of the City’s role in culture and arts while leveraging partnerships with other community organizations. BFO Offers Offer 15.8: KFCG ENHANCEMENT: American Disability Act (ADA) Playground Compliance Offer 56.10: ENHANCEMENT: Scholarship Fund for Low Income – Museum Families Offer 65.2: Recreation Activities and Programs – Adaptive Recreation Opportunities Offer 70.1: Paved Recreational Trail Development Offer 70.2: Neighborhood Park Development Economic Health Promote a healthy, sustainable economy reflecting community values Establish Liaison Committee to partner with relevant Boards, Commissions, and City Departments. o Ensure COD representation at major events relevant to Economic Health. o Extend invitations to monthly meetings to relevant Boards, Commissions, and City Departments o Receive and respond to citizen concerns. o Develop COD statement regarding the contribution and potential contribution of people with disabilities to the economic health of Fort Collins. o Identify needs and develop/pursue special projects.* *Projects might include: Develop statistics regarding employment of persons with disabilities. Develop educational materials regarding employee accessibility. Partner with the Arc of Larimer County to support employability efforts. Develop plan to highlight/recognize employers who hire people with disabilities (Mayor’s Awards). 3.1 Improve effectiveness of economic health initiatives through collaboration with regional partners. 3.2 Enhance employment opportunities through business retention, expansion, incubation and attraction. 3.3 Support workforce development and provide community amenities that support citizens and employers within the city. 3.4 Provide transparent, predictable and efficient processes for citizens and businesses interacting with the City. BFO Offers Offer 78.5: ENHANCEMENT: City Plan, Transportation Master Plan and Transit Operating Plan Offer 78.11: KFCG ENHANCEMENT: City Plan – OCP Offer 80.1: Downtown General Improvement District (GID) Core Offer High Performing Government 7.5 Broaden methods of public engagement to reach all segments of the community by giving additional consideration to diverse backgrounds, languages and needs. General • Annual Review of By Laws • Develop Annual Work Plan • Mayor’s Awards • Plan recognilion for outgoing COD members • Develope Guidelines for Media Relations • Develope general statement of COD purposes, responsibilities, and philosophy 6.7 Develop plans that address adequate infrastructure within the northeast area of Fort Collins. BFO Offers Offer 3.19: KFCG ENHANCEMENT: All Kids Need Safe Routes to School Offer 67.5: Dial-A-Ride Service Offer 67.6: Transfort Capital Repair and Replacement including CCIP Bus Replacement & Bus Stop Improvements Offer 67.11: KFCG ENHANCEMENT: Transfort Sunday Service and 7.5 FTE Support Staff for the Service Safe Community Provide a safe place to live, work, learn and play Establish Liaison Committee to partner with relevant Boards, Commissions, and City Departments. o Ensure COD representation at major events relevant to Community Safety. o Extend invitations to monthly meetings to relevant Boards, Commissions, and City Departments o Receive and respond to citizen concerns. o Develop COD statement regarding community safety. o Identify needs and develop/pursue special projects.* *Projects might include: Develop training for law enforcement, emergency personnel, Transfort personnel for interacting with people with disabilities. Develop public education focusing on safe transportation options for people with disabilities, including use of bike lane. Partner with SAVA. Develop education for landlords regarding making reasonable accommodation to ensure safety for vulnerable populations. Explore current emergency preparedness systems and make appropriate suggestions for improvement. Develop an education plan for event staff, security and volunteers regarding visitors with disabilities 5.1. Improve community involvement, education and regional partnerships to make our community safer and stronger. 5.2. Enhance our Police Services capability to foster public trust and create a safer community. 5.3. Partner with Poudre Fire Authority to provide high quality fire and emergency services. BFO Offers No direct offers found 2017 COD Work Plan