Minutes
UCLA COMMITTEE ON DISABILITY
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
I. Introduction & Quorum
Dr. Tina Arora, Dr. Mark Ackerman, Donna Bryan, Patrick Burke, Mike Clark, Nick Corso, Joy Chantarasompoth, Stephanie Fisher, Thomas Griffin, Jamie Hoffman, Deidre Hollingsworth, Susan Drange Lee, Jim McGlynn, Adrienne Malka, Wendy Motch, Alex Stavchanski, Karen Henderson-Winge.
Excused: Dr. Eileen Fowler, Kathy Molini, Lisa Muller Andrew Tai, Laura Sobchick, and Bob Werle.
Adrienne Malka congratulated Kathy Molini on receiving the Excellence in Leadership Award, given by the State Assembly.
II.Minutes
in the minutes it was stated that a transcriptionist would be available only as needed. Deidre Hollingsworth made the correction that Stephanie Fisher pointed out that providing this service should be on a regular basis, as it has been part of the mission of UCOD to advocate for and accommodate those with disabilities. Didi added that she and two others acknowledged that the captioning service assisted them and went on to say that she was very strongly in favor of keeping the transcriptionist as a regular service, at all UCOD meetings.
III. Agenda
By-laws
The discussion at the July meeting was on the revised bylaws corrections, clarification, and an on structure of UCOD within the framework of the University. The Co-Chairs met with Vice Provost Becerra and updated the language in the By-laws regarding UCOD’s position within the University. Additional discussions were on the quorum, whether somebody can be removed from the committee and voting positions.
Vote on the By-laws
Several members voted in favor for the revised by-laws at the July meeting and the discussion was that the voting process will continue on electronically with the ending date of July 24, 2009.
Budget and Meeting Space Q&A
Monroe Gorden discussed the worsening budget situation, the impact it has on the ADA/504 Compliance Office and what it meant to UCOD.
One of his suggestions was to look at other meeting room locations, other than the Faculty Center since the cost is over $8000 per year. He mentioned that other facilities upgraded their meeting rooms, they are accessible, and parking is in close proximity.
The projector and laptop from the Student Affairs Office replaced the one from the Faculty Center to save money and Monroe is looking at a different screen, which will be an additional savings.
Upon request, ADA/504 Compliance Office will provide close captioning service.
Monroe added that in fiscal year 2010 a budget reduction is expected for state funded units. He went on to say that fiscal year 2008-2009 there was a 5% budget reduction and substantial talk that in fiscal year 2010-2011 there maybe another 10 percent budget reduction.
UCOD Leadership 09/10 & Vote
A partial vote taken for those in attendance at the July meeting and additional voting will continue through August 4, 2009.
Subcommittee Chairs Confirmations
Wendy Motch proposed that UCOD continue with the By-laws, Communication, Membership/Recruitment and Program Activities sub-committees. Members motioned and seconded to carry on with these four subcommittees.
Program & Activities
Jamie Hoffman reminded everyone that October is Disability Awareness Month and if anyone is interested in being part of the programs or the schedule, please email her at jhoffman@recreation.ucla.edu
Anyone interested in getting involved with chairing one of the sub- committees, please let your leadership know.
Michael Clark mentioned that he would be willing to help anyone who wants to chair the Recruitment Sub-Committee.
Jim McGlynn stated he would contact the graduate and undergraduate students to do some outreach with them and “hopefully" during the summer time, they can come up with a letter, or an announcement.
Michael Clark acknowledged and praised Wendy Motch and Adrienne Malka for an incredibly knowledgeable and time-consuming job they have accomplished for UCOD.
Adrienne Malka thanked everyone for participating each month. She especially thanked the sub committee chairs and everyone who served on a sub committee; she went on to say that, UCOD does not exist without all of the volunteers.
Wendy Motch encouraged all ex-officio representatives to stay involved next year whether their term is expired or not and added if anyone has recommendations for other positions, please stay in contact.
Adjournment - Meeting adjourned at 4:00 p.m.
Next Meeting: Tuesday September 8, 2009 at the Faculty Center - Hacienda Room
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