HomeMy Public PortalAboutAll Citizens Access -- 2016-11-18 Minutes Brewster All Citizens Access Committee
Minutes of the meeting on November 18, 2016
Brewster Council on Aging
2.30 pm
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Present: Cindy Bingham (Selectman),Joan Carstenjen, Claire Gradone,Judy Miller, Roberta
Murphy,Jim O'Leary and Denise Rego, Guest: Leslie Kynock, CORD
Meeting began at 2:30pm.
October 21, 2016 minutes were approved with 1 correction. 3
Chairperson's Report:
Claire responded to the pastor at the Trinity Lutheran Church and referred him to the State
Office of Disability for requirements of renovation.
Claire researched a Braille Trail in Watertown, MA which is connected to the Perkins -
School. There is also another community that developed a trail as an Eagle Scout project.
Claire's thoughts is that we might be able to develop a braille trail behind the Eddy School
with Conservation Trust. There would be a vernal pool around the path and it could be
used by everyone. Parking for the general public is needed. Maybe this could be a school
project,which would allow CPC funds to develop.
Motion was made to contact Hal Minis to explore the possibilities and cost with proposed
nature trail to make it accessible for all. All committee member were in favor.
Judy mentioned that Phase 11 was not in the Town's fall warrant. Claire will connect with
Donna at Selectman's Office, as she told Claire that it was in the warrant. Claire will also
ask to place it in the spring warrant.
Leslie Kynock, CORD (Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabledl
The Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled has been aggressively working since 1984
to advance the independence, productivity, and integration of people with disabilities into
mainstream society. They provide individual services with information and referral, j
independent living skills training, peer support and advocacy. They provide free
presentations and technical assistance on disability right and laws to businesses,
organizations,and the general public, Their TAP Program (Transition to Adulthood
Program) works with students aged 14-22 who are transitioning from Special Education to
the community.
Leslie strongly suggest that if we have any questions about services to please connect their
office.
See Leslie's handout in the attachment.
Jim would like to see a strength training fitness class offered here at the COA. Denise will
research this type of class and instructor.
Denise to ask Chris Miller to come to our next meeting for an update on projects.
Jim ask that we change our meeting location due to the big construction vehicles that enter
and exit our parking lot. Denise to ask the Police Station and/or Town Hall for an
appropriate room.
Committee members indicated that they would not be able to attend the December meeting
due to holiday traveling. Therefore, our next meeting is scheduled for Friday, anu r 20
2016 at 2:30pm at the Brewster Police Station
Meeting adjourned at 3:26pm.
Denise Rego, Secretary
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