2003-01-03 Committee on People with Disabilities Minutes

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A. Mitchener asked A. Levin about places on his project list that would be important for MCPD to visit as a group. A. Levin responded that electricity might not be available at some of the construction sites so the operation of the meeting might be difficult. Perhaps a field trip might be more feasible. M. Gleason said that MCPD should get more familiar with the projects first and see what has actually been done. E. Mason suggested that MCPD look at logistics such as utilizing the Hele-On bus before making a decision whether to pursue this idea. A. Mitchener suggested having a discussion one more time at the next meeting and ask if there are certain sites people are interested in. Perhaps A. Levin could come up with three places that he feels should be of interest. A. Levin indicated that one project in process that MCPD can look at is Onekahakaha Beach Park. Secondly, it can be an individual review because di interests in different sites. N. Olesen added that this park has the uniqueness of every kind of change needed for access including restrooms, showers, and walkways. E. Mason suggested reviewing the Old Airport Complex in Kona. N. Olesen responded that this project is on Schedule 2 and to be completed 2003-2006 STATEMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC ON AGENDA ISSUES A. Mitchener asked A. Levin on the status of hiring a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. E. Mason said she understood there was a gentleman who was third on the list, but he has never been called for an interview. A. Levin responded that a l Director. However, he understood that a second list was requested and is pending because no one qualified. He offered to follow up on this issue ANNOUNCEMENTS The next meeting will be held on February 7, 2003, at 10:30 a.m. in Kona. Location to be announced. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 11:50 a.m. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED, _______________________________ JEAN VIERNES, STAFF SECRETARY 5