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AGENDA
HANDICAPPED SELF-EVALUATION COMMITTEE MEETING
JULY 23, 1997 - 5:00 P.M.
CITY HALL - CITY MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM
1225 MAIN STREET, SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - JUNE 25, 1997
COMMITTEE MEMBER ISSUES
GUEST SPEAKER - MAYOR WALTER BARNES
4. OLD BUSINESS
5. NEW BUSINESS
6. ADJOURN
1. CALL TO ORDER
City of Sebastian
1225 MAiN STREET [] SEBASTIAN, FLORIDA 32958
TELEPHONE (561) 589-5330 [] FAX (561) 589-5570
MINUTES
HANDICAPPED SELF-EVALUATION COMMITTEE
JULY 23, 1997
Meeting called to order at 5:00 p.m. by John Kanfoush, Chairman.
Present:
John Kanfoush
Harry DiSalvio
Phillip Foster
Edra Young
Catherine Ackerman
Phillip Bowers - Human Resources Director
Patrick Brennan - Public Works Director
Joanne Sandberg - Recording Secretary
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - June 25, 1997
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Motion by Harry DiSalvio and seconded by Phillip Foster to approve the minutes of June 25,
1997 as written.
COMMITTEE MEMBER ISSUES
GUEST SPEAKER - MAYOR WALTER BARNES
Mayor Barnes was introduced to each member and spoke on a few issues affecting the
committee. The handicapped parking issue in regards to issuing citations for violations was
discussed along with interest in the formation of a recreation committee. It was suggested that
a member of the committee should periodically present a formal report to the City Council of
their projects, goals and concerns. That way the Council would be aware of their activities
and could offer suggestions and help, if needed. Discussion continued and the idea of a liaison
from the City Council to attend meetings was suggested.
Handicapped Self-Evaluation Committee
Meeting - July 23, 1997
Page 2
Mayor Barnes brought up the subject of possibly providing a handicapped parking space for a
vehicle and trailer at the Yacht Club. Pat Brennan presented input and a lengthy discussion
followed on the reality and reasoning of a handicapped person launching a boat, etc. and the
necessity of providing such a parking place. A temporary reserved parking sign designated for
individuals requesting a handicapped parking space may be the answer. Discussion continued.
4. OLD BUSINESS
Pat Brennan distributed a question/answer list containing concerns brought up at the meeting
of June 25, 1997. Each item was reviewed and committee members responded with their
comments and suggestions.
The question of expanding the Yacht Club was again brought up and members wondered why
the facility could not be expanded. It was decided to try and find the answer in previous
minutes. Phil Bowers suggested the City try to find ways to use their facilities to generate
revenue. Discussion followed.
It was noted that handicapped parking signs on school property are not in compliance and
what the proper proceduro would be to contact school authorities to get them corrected.
Edra Young mentioned that a portion of the sidewalk South of Roseland Road between Winn
Dixie and the Library drops offand causes a problem for her in her scooter. Harry DiSalvio
thinks this is a priority issue and it should be determined if the City or County are responsible
for fixing the sidewalk. Pat Brennan said he would look into this and will report back at our
next meeting. Discussion followed regarding sidewalks, benches, public transportation along
tho.riverfi'ont and sewer installation problems at Graces Landing.
5. NEW BUSINESS
John Kanfoush ~dd he would he moving out. of the City and would have to resign as
~ since he wu no longer eligible to be on the committee. He suggested the committee
nominate a new interim chairman in case he would not be available for the next meeting. A
motion wa~ made by Harry DiSalvio to nominate Edra Young as interim chairman, but she
declined. Catherine Ackerman nominated Phillip Foster as interim chairman, seconded by
Edra Young. Voice vote taken with all in favor.
Handicapped Serf-Evaluation Committee
Meeting - July 23, 1997
Page 3
ADJOURN
Motion by John Kanfoush, seconded by Edra Young, to adjourn meeting at 6:20 p.m. with
the next meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 17, 1997 at 5:00 p.m.
Approved on the ..... /7~ day of ......
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Handicapped Self-Evaluation
Committee
Phillip Bo~ers, Coordinator
American With Disabilities Act (ADA)
1997