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COMMISSION ON DISABILITY Minutes 7.12.18
REGULAR MEETING - Contact Person: Carol Thomas 416.4254
Thursday July 12, 2018 12:24-2:08 p.m.
222 Laporte Avenue, Colorado River Room, First Floor
Board Members In Attendance: Terry Schlictling (Chair), Sherri Reichow (Recorder), Jan Barela-Smith, Michael
Marr, Mandy Morgan
City Liaison Present: Carol Thomas, Equal Opportunity & Compliance Manager
City Officials Present: Allison Provenza, City Operations Services
Ken Mannon, City Operations Services
Rob Mosbey, City Engineering
Others Present: N/A
1. CALL TO ORDER: 12:24 PM
2. PRESENTATIONS AND DISCUSSIONS:
A. CITY PARK POOL: Allison Provenza presented with updates to City Park pool’s
signage in existing locker rooms. She stated that from the south side new arrow signs now
show the direction for locating accessible restrooms. She presented a drawing showing space
allocations for changing tables which will hold up to 500 pounds. Concern was expressed by
several COD members about the size only being 48”X 24”.
Next, a discussion ensued about adding electronic or battery-operated push button
openers to the locker room doors. Ken Mannon explained that this isn’t feasible (as there is no
power to these rooms), although he did state that “the doors could be hung better.” He went on
to say that this is not an “ADA requirement,” and that the City has experienced problems with
funding, i.e. there’s no money to put towards this. Mike and Terry argued the validity of such a
claim in our City, stating that it was a matter of prioritization that persons with disabilities were
not receiving. Carol stepped in to explain the City’s prioritization process and how revenue
wasn’t as high as expected for this cycle. After much discussion and copious attention to details,
the following agreements were discussed and negotiated between the COD and City.
1. Changing Tables: The bathrooms will be designated unisex, thus allowing
for the ability of the City to construct a 5’ table in one of the restrooms. It was also noted that
taking away gender rules makes care attendants feel more comfortable.
2. Door buttons: Such is not feasible at this time as funding only allows for
meeting ADA, with no added ability to improve upon it.
3. Sinks: Automatic systems are considered best as they reduce water waste.
The City will look into motion detectors on both sinks and paper towel dispensers and/or air dry-
ers.
4. Grab Bars: Exact placement consideration of grab bars is underway, and the
possibility of making them vertical is being considered. Mandy will meet with Allison Provenza
to conduct a needs assessment to assist the City in determining the exact location said bars
should be hung by COD recommendation.
B. TRUNCATED DOMES ON RAMPS AT COMMERCIAL/HIGH VOLUME DRIVE-
WAYS: Rob Mosbey, City Engineering, spoke of their problem deciding whether or not to place
truncated domes on ramps in front of Walmart (Magnolia) or other heavy walkway areas. COD
provided feedback, however, it was quickly realized that the scope of the conversation was lim-
ited only to individuals who were sighted. The idea of marking them in different colors was also
considered for low vision consumers, however, such would not be of help for persons who are
blind. Both Sherri and Carol will follow up with actual persons who are blind to consult with
them in regards to this matter.
Other missing sidewalk areas and intersections were also looked at to include the NE
Corner of Riverside and College, which now has updated push buttons that are reachable and
accessible to persons with disabilities.
3. BUSINESS
A. Bohemian Nights/New West Fest Subcommittee Meeting Review 6.28.18: Terry
and Carol both felt that the meeting went well and that the changes we are making as COD are
“historic.”
B. Mayor’s Awards 2018: The COD made the decision to have plated meals as op-
posed to a buffet style menu option.
C. COD Commission Name Change Reconsiderations: Terry would like for Rustin to
be a part of this discussion, and he was not present. The discussion was tabled and will be
placed on the August agenda. Everyone stated openness to the idea, and all agreed that it
should be a unanimous decision when/if made.
3. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION: N/A
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Jan made a motion to approve the minutes from the June meet-
ing. Mandy seconded this motion. A vote was taken, and the motion to approve the June
minutes as is was unanimously approved.
5. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS: Reports by Board Members on New West Fest, the Mayor’s
awards, and signage at City Park pool were discussed at length in the Business and the
Presentations/Discussion section of these Minutes.
6. OTHER BUSINESS:
1. 2017 Annual Report Status: Tabled for August meeting.
2. Save The Date! October 18, 2018 COD Mayor’s Awards
3. Tour Of CSU Ballroom: Thursday 26th 10AM, all COD members welcome.
7. ADJOURNMENT: Jan made a motion to adjourn. Terry seconded the motion, a vote
was taken, and the group unanimously agreed. The meeting adjourned at 2:08 PM.
Submitted by Sherri Reichow.