TO: AC Transit Board of Directors
FROM: Linda A. Nemeroff, Board Administrative Officer/District Secretary
SUBJECT: Dissolution of the Accessibility Advisory Committee
ACTION ITEM
AGENDA PLANNING REQUEST: ?
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):
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Consider the adoption of Resolution No. 24-022 to repeal Resolution No. 23-021, dissolve the AC Transit Accessibility Advisory Committee (AAC); express appreciation on behalf of senior and disabled fixed route transit riders to the past members of the AAC and thanking the members of the General Manager's Access Committee (GMAC) for their commitment to accessible public transit; and direct and authorize the General Manager to utilize the means he determines are best-suited for soliciting and receiving input on District planning, programs and services for seniors and individuals with disabilities.
Staff Contact:
Linda A. Nemeroff, Board Administrative Officer/District Secretary
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STRATEGIC IMPORTANCE:
Goal - Prioritize Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility
Initiative - Internal and External Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Programs and Priorities
The proposed action will expand the District's flexibly in maintaining and expanding an open dialogue and feedback loop on accessibility matters affecting seniors and people with disabilities, without restrictions imposed on "legislative bodies" under the Ralph M. Brown Act.
BUDGETARY/FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no budgetary or fiscal impact associated with this report.
BACKGROUND/RATIONALE:
The AAC was established by the Board of Directors in 1990 to review, comment, and advise the Board of Directors regarding the implementation of District planning, programs and services for seniors and individuals with disabilities. The AAC and its many members over the past 30 years have provided input regarding accessibility for numerous services plans, vehicle specifications, fares, programs and other services. The time and effort given by members of the...
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