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Shoreline Community College ADA Committee Minutes May 28, 2002

Attendance: Paulette Fleming, Keith Labelle, Jim Perez, Claire Stenson-Ball, Kim Thompson, Rosemary Dunne, Richard Jacobs, Dongwa Hu, Pam Rose

Chair Paulette Fleming convened the meeting at 2:05 p.m.

1. Minutes Review:

After a brief discussion regarding some of the entries, the minutes of the April 16, 2002, meeting were approved as presented.

2. Old Business/Status Reports:

Foss Elevator : Pam stated that the elevator is ready for final inspection for the purpose of making sure it functions correctly. There are still some “cosmetic” alterations that need to be made but those can be made at a later time. The dedication event that was talked about earlier can be held as early as the first part of next week. Tentative plans were made to hold a “Presentation to the Campus” event on Monday, June 3rd. Some of the Committee members indicated that they had received some comments as to the aesthetics and looks of the structure. It was discussed that there simply were not enough funds to do otherwise and it was stated that it is better to have the elevator that we do have than none at all. However, some discussion was held as to how to make it look more attractive, such as planting a tree adjacent to it. That discussion and subsequent planning will continue.

Policy & Procedures for Emergency Evacuation for People with Disabilities:

Paulette gave a brief historical review of this issue, commencing with the earthquake of spring of 2001. At that time, plans began to be drafted and a consultant was brought in to help with the design. Primarily due to this decision, as well as the decision to make this plan applicable to everyone on Campus, it has been a relatively slow process and work is still being done. A meeting has been scheduled for June 20th during which training will be conducted. The desired end result will be a crisis response plan that will take into account all emergencies and will be for the entire campus as well as for students with disabilities.

3. Interpreter-related Issues:

Interpreter Base Rate Worksheet The discussion began with Claire distributing a worksheet and explaining that this worksheet is being adopted by Seattle Central Community College and is used only to help determine the appropriate rate of pay for interpreters. Richard asked as to how quality is measured and it was clearly indicated that this worksheet is not for that purpose. The best method for this still appears to be by way of consumer satisfaction derived at through surveys and/or testimonials. This will continue to be looked at.

Evening Availability of TTY Phone

Kim expressed concern that there is not TTY phone available after normal working hours. Discussion ensued as to the determination of need and, if the need is determined, how best to procure these phones. Paulette volunteered to contact Jim Miller and John Backes and get their input on this issue.

4. Disability Service Information in Syllabi:

Richard asked the question as to whether or not faculty are required to include in their syllabi, information regarding the availability of services to students with disabilities. His personal experience is that he sometimes identifies such students in his classes who are unaware of such services. It was explained that it is not a requirement; however, it is strongly suggested, as it is, yet, another way to get this information to students who need it. A brief discussion ensued as to whether or not it should be mandatory. Consensus of the group was to recommend to the Curriculum Committee that they consider making it mandatory for faculty to include this in all syllabi. Kim was asked to draft a simple statement and bring back to the Committee for review. Richard will provide Kim some sample language from which to work from. Paulette will include this as a goal for next year.

5. Training for Security Staff:

It was unclear as to why this topic was on the agenda and who was responsible to speak on this matter. Perhaps it was meant as a suggestion for Kim and the Services for Students with Disabilities staff to provide training for Security personnel for working with students with disabilities. This item will be brought back at a later date for more discussion.

6. Year-End Report:

Paulette notified the Committee members that she was in the process of writing a draft of the End of the Year report in which she would summarize the work that was done on this years goals, the various activities and projects addressed this year, and projected goals for next year. She will be getting it out to the members, probably electronically, soon and she asked for a three-day turnaround for feedback. She pointed out that some of the stated goals would continue to be on going. One suggestion that was made for a goal for next year was one that had been put aside during the remodel of the library. That was to have a dedicated space for testing. Another goal could be to seek an interpreter and/or coordinator of interpreting services. Paulette asked that additional goals and ideas be submitted when submitting amendments to the End of the Year report.

7. 02-03 Meeting Schedule:

A draft copy of the proposed 02-03 meeting schedule was distributed and it was noted that it reflected the same meeting schedule as has been followed, that being the third Tuesday of each month.

8. Other:

Pam raised the issue of ADA parking. The Director of Security has asked for direction on establishing additional ADA parking. One suggestion was transferring the lot east of the PUB to all ADA parking for evening hours. It was decided that, for now, work should be emphasized on making better signage directing campus guest to available ADA parking.

In addition to the earlier discussion on TTY phones, perhaps one could be located in the Security Office, in addition to the Library.

Meeting was adjourned at 3:26 p.m.