TO: AC Transit Board of Directors
FROM: Michael A. Hursh, General Manager/Chief Executive Officer
SUBJECT: Accessibility Advisory Committee Minutes of September 13, 2022
BRIEFING ITEM
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RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):
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Consider receiving the Accessibility Advisory Committee minutes of September 13, 2022.
Staff Contact:
Ramakrishna Pochiraju, Executive Director of Planning & Engineering
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STRATEGIC IMPORTANCE:
Goal - Safe and Secure Operations
Initiative - Service Quality
The Accessibility Advisory Committee provides feedback to the AC Transit Board of Directors regarding the implementation of District planning, programs, and services for seniors and individuals with disabilities.
BUDGETARY/FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no budgetary or fiscal impact associated with this report.
BACKGROUND/RATIONALE:
The minutes for September 13, 2022 were approved by the Accessibility Advisory Committee on October 11, 2022. Major topics included:
* 2023 Draft Federal & State Advocacy Programs
* BART Station Access Signage and Wayfinding Programs
The Accessibility Advisory Committee was established by the Board of Directors in 1991 to review, comment, and advise the Board of Directors and District staff regarding the implementation of planning, programs, and services for seniors and people with disabilities. The committee consists of 14 members with two members being appointed by each of the seven elected members of the District's Board of Directors. Committee members serve a two-year term.
ADVANTAGES/DISADVANTAGES:
This report is being provided to inform the Board of the activities of the Accessibility Advisory Committee.
ALTERNATIVES ANALYSIS:
This report does not recommend an action.
PRIOR RELEVANT BOARD ACTION/POLICIES:
Staff Report 22-535 - Accessibility Advisory Committee Minutes of July 12, 2022.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. AAC Minutes for September 13, 2022
Prepared by:
Tammy Kyllo, Administrative Coordinator
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