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MAYOR’S COMMITTEE ON PEOPLE WITH DISABILITES Friday, March 15, 2024 Deputy Corporation Counsel Suzanna Tiapula explained that if this is an agenda item for the next meeting, Corporation Counsel can work with County Information of Technology, Mayor’s Office, and Office of Aging to gather ideas on alternative strategies of how to access the agenda, documents, and links on the County website. Committee Member Zahava Zaidoff suggested a standing item be listed on the agenda for the next meeting, such as access to the committee, so individuals can point to that specific agenda item when testifying. Deputy Corporation Counsel Suzanna Tiapula explained that one of the concerns about a standing agenda item, is Sunshine Law requires that notice is provided to the public about what will be discussed during the meeting. 8. CORPORATION COUNSEL; REMINDER ON POLITICAL CAMPAIGN RESTRICTIONS FOR ALL COUNTY OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES Deputy Corporation Counsel Suzanna Tiapula explained any discussion of campaign or candidates is not appropriate in this forum. The Mayor’s Committee on People with Disabilities meetings are to address the concerns of individuals with disabilities. Committee Member Zahava Zaidoff asked if committee members are able to campaign outside of the committee meeting, on behalf of candidates. Corporation Counsel Suzanna Tiapula explained that campaigning can be done only as an individual, and committee member positions cannot be referenced while campaigning. 9. DISCUSSION OF THE GOALS OF THE MAYOR’S COMMITTEE ON PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES Motion made by Committee Member Zahava Zaidoff to accept the goals for 2024 of the Mayor’s Committee on People with Disabilities. Secretary Sandy Shuffler seconded the motion. Chair Michelle Hiraishi opened the floor for discussion. Committee Member Julia Althoff shared the possibility of inviting Civil Defense to speak with the committee on their plans specific to disability for disaster response and recovery; to have ASL interpretation available at the various county events, and to partner with the Voter Accessibility Advisory Committee to do voter outreach with the various disability organizations. Secretary Sandra Shuffler expressed the need to bring awareness to the Mayor and businesses regarding employees with disabilities. Committee Member Julia Althoff suggested listing an agenda item for an upcoming meeting to discuss employment specifically, because October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month where the Mayor does a proclamation, and DD Council will be hosting a legislative forum. 4