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City of Stockton Mayor’s Task Force on Persons with Disabilities City Council Presentation June

City of Stockton Mayor’s Task Force on Persons with Disabilities City Council Presentation June 27, 2006 Agenda Item 6. 01

American Disabilities Act (ADA) Overview n Guarantees equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities in

American Disabilities Act (ADA) Overview n Guarantees equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities in public and private sector services and employment n Bans discrimination on the basis of disability n A comprehensive anti-discrimination law for persons with disabilities covers, work, leisure, transportation, communications, etc.

COS History in ADA Implementation n City of Stockton began a self-evaluation in November

COS History in ADA Implementation n City of Stockton began a self-evaluation in November 1993. n In 2002: hired a consultant to complete Transition Plan n July 2004: Transition Plan completed n October 2004: Transition Plan approved by Council.

Recommendation: City of Stockton Mayor’s Task Force on Persons with Disabilities n The Mayor

Recommendation: City of Stockton Mayor’s Task Force on Persons with Disabilities n The Mayor with consent from Council will select a task force from a group of community members and those currently serving on the Mayor’s Task Force on Persons with Disabilities.

MTFPD Mission Statement “Committing to enrich the lives of disabled persons within the community

MTFPD Mission Statement “Committing to enrich the lives of disabled persons within the community through education, action and outreach. ”

Four subcommittees: n Education and Employment n Housing n Transportation and Mobility n Youth

Four subcommittees: n Education and Employment n Housing n Transportation and Mobility n Youth and Community Development

City of Stockton Mayor’s Task Force on Persons with Disabilities City Council Presentation June

City of Stockton Mayor’s Task Force on Persons with Disabilities City Council Presentation June 27, 2006 Agenda Item 6. 01