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11/16/2023 - Meeting Materials Accessibility and Disability Commission Salt Lake City Utah Regular Meeting Agenda 16 November 2023 3:00 PM This meeting is a discussion among Commissioners and select presenters. The public is welcome. Items scheduled may be moved or discussed during a different portion of the meeting based on circumstances or availability of speakers. This meeting will be hybrid. The Commission Meeting will have a physical location at the City and County Building in Room 335. Commissioners, presenters, and the public may attend and participate either in-person or through electronic means using the Zoom link below. Join the meeting using the following Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/I/86313040696?pwd=TGtDZ'dsUnjgTW5MVWp2cEl HWWZYQT09 Public Meeting Rules: The Commission's meetings are a place for people to feel safe and comfortable participating in their government. A respectful and safe environment allows a meeting to be conducted in an orderly, efficient, effective, and dignified fashion, free from distraction, intimidation, and threats to safety. To support a respectful meeting, comments or items that disrupt the meeting, intimidate other participants or that may cause safety concerns are not allowed. 1.Welcome 2.Open Dialogue (— 5 minutes): 3.Public Comment (limited to 15 minutes): 4.Approval of Minutes: The Accessibility and Disability Commission will review minutes from the previous meeting. 5. Salt Lake Valley Neuro-Inclusive Housinq Market Analysis (-45 minutes), Kristy Chambers, Commissioner and Dr. Sumiko Martinez, Madison House 6.ADC Annual Report (— 15 minutes): Ashley Lichtle, Board Manager 7.Nominations for Chair and Vice Chair H0 minutes): Ashley Lichtle, Board Manager 8.Current Events in Accessibility and Disability (— 15 minutes): Everette Bacon, Commission Chair 9.TENTATIVE Closed Session The Commission will consider a motion to enter into a Closed Session. A closed meeting described under Section 52-4-205 may be held for specific purposes including, but not limited to: a. discussion of the character, professional competence, or physical or mental health of an individual; b. strategy sessions to discuss pending or reasonably imminent litigation; c. discussion regarding deployment of security personnel, devices, or systems; and d. investigative proceedings regarding allegations of criminal misconduct. A closed meeting may also be held for lawful purposes that satisfy the pertinent requirements of the Utah Open and Public Meetings Act. CERTIFICATE OF POSTING On or before 5.00 p.m. on September 15th, 2023, the undersigned, duly appointed ADA Coordinator, does hereby certify that the above notice and agenda was (1) posted on the Utah Public Notice Website created under Utah Code Section 63F-1-701 , and (2) a copy of the foregoing posted at the physical location of this meeting. ASHLEY LICHTLE SALT LAKE MAYOR'S OFFICE People with disabilities may make requests for reasonable accommodation, which may include alternate formats, interpreters, and other auxiliary aids and services. Please make requests at least two business days in advance. To make a request, please contact the ADA Coordinator at ADACcDslcgov.com, 801-535-7739, or relay service 711. Accessibility and Disability Commission Minutes September 28, 2023 3 :00 PM Commissioner Attendance • Everette Bacon,Virtual • Scott Browning, Virtual • Amy Carmen,Virtual • Kristy Chambers, Virtual • Todd Claflin, Virtual • Nate Crippes,Virtual • Jan Ferre,Virtual • Rich Foster,Virtual • Jeff Kenyon,Virtual • Leah Lobato,Virtual • Kayci Lynam,Virtual • Pamela Mower,Virtual • Ivana Powell, Virtual • Margo Thurman,Virtual Other Guests in Attendance • Christopher Thomas, Senior Energy&Climate Program Manager, SLC Sustainability • Angie McCourt, Disability Ombuds, DHHS Open Dialogue • Commissioner Bacon announced that Commissioner Damon Talbot submitted a letter of resignation. • Commissioner Carmen discussed the Community Emergency Fair on Saturday, October 21st to promote awareness about emergency preparedness. • Commissioner Lobato discussed the Disability:ln Utah Summit and the Golden Key Awards. • Commissioner Foster suggested the ADC Commission agenda include an ongoing agenda item to discuss Emergency Preparedness at every meeting. Public Comment None. Minute Revisions Commissioner Ferre's attendance was updated and revised. Motion to Approve Minutes By Amy Carmen Second to Approve Minutes By Margo Thurman Agenda Item 1: Community Renewable Energy Program Follow Up: Christopher Thomas, SLC Sustainability Christopher provided an update on the City's current phase for the Utah Renewable Communities project. Christopher announced that the program's name has been changed to Utah Renewable Communities to increase engagement and success. Agenda Item 2: City Updates: Ashley Lichtle, Board Manager • Ashley shared the Disability Community Forum Community event is happening this Thursday, October 261h at the Marmalade Library. All community members are welcome to attend to discuss their questions and concerns. • Ashley reviewed the Commission's priorities for 2023, including the Racial Equity in Policing Commission neuro diversity subcommittee. Commissioners Crippes and Foster provided a brief update from the recent subcommittee meeting. Commissioner Mower asked if policy language is an item the subcommittee can work on as a priority and expressed interest in participating on the subcommittee when the meetings reconvene. • Ashley discussed the new mobility access barrier tag that can be selected on certain requests options on the SLC Mobile app now. Current Events in Accessibility and Disability • Commissioner Bacon shared the update from the Justice Department's Advanced Proposed Rule to Strengthen Web and Mobile App Access for People with Disabilities,The Department of Justice currently is accepting open comments. • Commissioner Crippes shared the Federal Regulation as an update to the Rehabilitation Act in web and app accessibility in healthcare,for medical equipment. Tentative Closed Session No tentative closed session held. Time Adjourned 4:08 PM MADISON HOUSE AUTISM ■ FOUNDATION An Invisible Market: Neuro-Inclusive Housing in Utah Salt Lake City Accessibility & Disability Commission November 16, 2023 Introductions 1T \ ry I _ Kristy Chambers Sumiko Martinez CEO, Columbus Community Director, AA21 Utah Project Center Madison House Autism Foundation Thank You to Our Sponsors LARRY H. &. GAIL T,,� Brent-���.iBonnie Jean MILL ER Beesley Fo , nciciti, 011 FAMILY FOUNDATION 7=aDWILLIAMSEN FAMILY FOUNDATION MADISON ownLoa AUTISM N � C/I�RtD Dd 11 FOUNDATION the Report 2023 40 . U � • • VNeuro-Inclusive '• Housing Market 00 P % %1 • � Analysis 6 %q f I' r . ; '.41 L - ' Agenda 1. AA21 Utah Project 2. What is Neuro-Inclusive Housing? 3. Neuro-inclusive Housing in Utah 4. Salt Lake Valley - Process & Data 5. Discussion & Questions Autism After 23. Utah Project �o.o..o. 00110 / � ♦ millAUTISM Gather Data Publish Initial Find Track Data Publish Final Report Strategies at from Blueprint Regional Community Report Meetings Changes Responding to JillEye ru serious need for vA Neuro-Inclusive Housing Market neuro-inclusive Analysis housing AA23. ProjectUtah ELEMENTS OF =* Q: WHAT DO YOU CURRENTLY NEED? OUSING Initial research revealed E61% that housing is the major BELONGING concern for autistic BFRIENIDSHIP 43% SOCIAL adults and their families. SERVICES RECREATION 38% PERSONAL CARE SERVICES 23% LDUCAYION i.TRAINING Utah Neuro- Indusive Housing CoaLition MADISON V , HOUSE AUTISM COLUMBUS A 0 FOUNDATION AUTISM HOUSING NETWORK SERVING INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITES SINCE 1968 Emma Eccles Jones College of Education & Human Services H -51 lace ` Institute for Disability Research, Policy & Practice �OBAL LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE UtahStateU n ive rs ity. Utah Dr Utah Department of Parent Health & Human Services , Center Services for People with Disabilities Va l l ev�,NEURO-INCLUSIVE HOUSING SOLUTIONS Carmen 13.13iingreem;tk A AVALLEY BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Autism Center of Learning'" BRIDGE Adult Autism Center A SPEC- I VALLEY PARK CITY of Lifetime Learning Utah HousingAnaLysesMarket participate in Your Local conununity A . Salt Lake Valley Each regional analysis includes. „.„pw��a 1, I � �,.,,a. • Learning Sessions I J- 0 Surveys & Focus Groups Moab , ;._ • Local Leaders Workshop ' �'"`% ' - '� • A comprehensive published report ` :, J St.George Metro Area A National Movement IDENTIFYING HOUSING AND SUPPORT NEEDS ._ . OF RENVER CRRNTY RESIDENTS WIT" uEcs Intellectual/Revelo mental Risakilities 110VSING MARKET at Risk of Risplacementor Homelessness SALT ANAivvs �aLL.ec NeuroInclusive2022 ` Housing Market �z€ArETz- Analysis �T��v��+I� MOI/SMG MARKET HOUSING MARKET ANA�rsls •� _, ANALYSIS �1 "� I,�_ ..v At Charleston,SC ........ In Progress Omaha,NE In Pro ress Agenda 1. AA21 Utah Project 2. What is Neuro-Inclusive Housing - 3. Neuro-inclusive Housing in Utah 4. Salt Lake Valley - Process & Data 5. Discussion & Questions Evolution of Residential Options low State Schools ' Scattered Site Housing LTSS Innovation Housing Innovation InstitutionaL Intro of Medicaid Growth of Consumer- Neuro-IncLusive Car- OnLy HCBS Waiver ControLLed Service Housing Stock ServicesDe Livery - • . lit What is neuromincLusive housing ? � Neuro- inc [usive housing means residential opportunities are created to be financially, physically and cognitively accessible. NeuromincLusive Housing Framework Needs�' IndividuaL yke�dY RSS ssme��e m \ • identiaL Medicaid • • mortar ■■ ,r 4� rSupportl7ve , A • • • . • • • APPROXIMATELY AN ESTIMATED zgs,000 32,000 76% PEOPLE IN UTAH HAVE AN I/DD LIVE WITH A CAREGIVER OVER THE LIVE WITH A FAMILY AGE OF 6o CAREGIVER THAT'S MORE THAN soX THE CAPACITY OF VIVINT ARENA ■ ohs, - LTSS Housing Supportive Amenities Medicaid Waiver-Funded Bricks&mortar The "secret sauce/ Residential Services safety net%SDOH • Service delivery models for • Rental or homeownership • Supportive amenities: planned individualized LTSS • Affordability activities, 24/7 resident assistant, • Property type cooking classes, community • Barriers community • physical amenities & navigator, etc. integratioo n Neuro-inclusive design • Connected to property, available • Fears elements to all residents • Opportunities needed • Offer support needed without waiver for some Agenda 1. AA21 Utah Project 2. What is Neuro-Inclusive Housing? 3. Neuro-inclusive Housing in Utah 4. Salt Lake Valley - Process & Data 5. Discussion & Questions Salt Lake City and County has only 782 housing vouchers targeted for people with disabilities, not specifically A/I/DD To afford a 1 $44, 480/yr 18 w 1-bedroom Hours needed at AnnuaL salary needed to afford a minimum wrage s-bedroom apartment apartment 141 /wk $25 . 52/hr To afford a Hours needed at Hourlywrage needed to afford a 2-bedroom minimum wage 2-bedroom rental home rental home Affordable Rent for Loud-income Households Full-Time Minimum Wage Worker According to the Utah National Core Statistics on Rent Needed for Utah S51 Recipient Indicator Data, only i . • D D who receive Residential LTSS in Utah have employment. 0' of Options Fair Market Rent surve "respondents employed. i-Bedroom Fair Market Rent • 2-Bedroom Fair Market Rent • 0�iational Low Income Housing Coalition Source:N LI HC ©2023 A Place in the World Market Analysis..All Rights Reserved. Neuro- Indusive Housing in Utah : The Hub .n._ gIX • • •_ ' i may.« '• �! [11. N'-T n i lull, . Kam' t • R3l. Moir. ___Kx-t'•- •��•'��,"�1_ICI• •IK7Z+i'�9�^��ww�.mow'7 n A►`7►r Neuro- Indusive Housing in Utah : Connor Street MOM • Renovating a y p e • Serving 8 residents : >, • Incorporating -- ,�» , „ , COLWMA FOUNDATIOk.INC sustainable & 3D97.3L495CONNOFST neuro-inclusive design �1,` elements .. Agenda 1. AA21 Utah Project 2. What is Neuro-Inclusive Housing? 3. Neuro-inclusive Housing in Utah 4. SaLt Lake Valley - Process & Datc- 5. Discussion & Questions Outreach I http:// QnQ_ O O nn I Website (invite sent to Live Virtual Presentation In-Person 35+ organizations) with Q&A Focus Group January 2023 February 2023 (April 2023) 4 Expanded presentation Recordings made 4 Targeting neurodivergent & survey available on website youth experiencing 4 Plain-language Promoted through homelessness (Thank you presentation & survey collaboration with other VOA!) organizations Materials & Tools 0 Sharing about YOUR future! plain-Language visual Guide Salt Lake Valley .�t want the place►live: "lull""pictures an have a place to To be easy to clean To be accessible to To have lots of green than words hangout with friends people who use plants and nature in Salt Lake Valley Housing Options Info Session wheelchairs and around it Participate Follow these steps to porticnpare and share your needs and Salt Lake VaU preferences for residential options in Soh Lake Ydky: • �' • Housing Market Analysts ,; - 0 = f.Walch presentation. .�i _ •• To have a sae where �ing session 2.Take survey targeted to selfadvocetes-OR.the survey for To have things that To be easy on my I can eat meals with ary,23-3 family caregivers or other support people of an individual To have technology keep me safe from senses others with A/I/DD: To have a quiet that helps me strangers ® sensory room MW. 3.Send this website to friends so they can share too: htlpr//www neuroindusiveWah.ara/ • LS r is presanraron helps indNtduols with inrelbct°ol and developmerral dsabl;hea and family members who I-,e or want to live in 5°N lab Valley • e .� —� undemtand benefits and considwations of various res;dennol°ptl°nr while sharing Poe innowran that-s occu,ng across&e country.This prese°rotlon also provides an in-depth overview of how residental opt oos For people with I/DD have evolved nro innovati m,persoracentemd solutions.Toplas such as neuro;nclusive design,service delve.y models,enabling technology,and supportive amenities ao diaaysaed.The presentonon includes videos and pictures of examples from around tit country. Neu rol ndusiveUtah.or 9 + i HOLA! 398 63% Planning Respondents Self-Advocates Process LACE VOOTZLD Participant Demographics The disabilities I identify with include: Autism 56.1096 l ^rnaety 2927% i Age of Adults with 11 Dep"B551O" 21.1496 Represented White or Caucasian 50.00% Asp-Ws 13.01% 0-13 1.27% Black or African American 20.78% IntellectualdisabiUty 12.21% U—i8 8.23% 16 Hispanic or Latin .23% o Ls Bipolar disorder 2.76% 19-21 31.01 Obsessive compulsive English as a second disorder(OCD) 6.50% 22-34 50.0096 language 9.74% Other mental challenges 5.69% - Asian 5.19% physical disability and use 4.88go 34-49 7 6 A mobility device/s I Epilepsy or other condition o-6 LGBTQ' 3.2�/0 causing seizures 4.0791, 5 5 0.6396 Native Hawaiian or Other developmental disability 3.26% 65- 0.63% other Pacific Islander 1.30% Other disability not specified 326% 1 prefer not to sham American Indian 0.63yo or Alaska Native 0.55% Traumatic brain injury 2."% 'Does not total i00%because respondents Cerebral patsy 1.63% could choose more than one answer. Deaf or hard of hearing 1.63% Down syndrome 1.63% SurveyData: AffordabiLityUndudingSNT) r-- ---I • ' , need More than $3500 _ $300 or less affordable units $3500 or less 15.1% 27% can 10.6%� • • singlemarket rate+ units $2000 or less 6.5% $450 or less - • • • • • $1500 or less j - 15.1% share4.5% housernate i • ' , of $1200 or less neurodiverse families can • • $3500 or • - $1000 or less $600 or less 7.5% 1 S.61/, $800 or less iii A 7.5% Hasyour famiLydone an futurepLanning? Y ao A/VDD- specific planning 60 navigation 40 20 1 ' 0 No Planning Special NeedsTrust Pooled Special Needs ABLE Account Trust How would you describe yourpp support needs? Drop-in support 84 Low support needs 9� Moderate support 97 needs 24/7 Support needs 72 1:1 Support needs 22 Daily medical Are Utah waivers the support needs meeting spectrumof • • • needs? Physical disability ADL needs Where are gaps? Memory care What are the barriers to doing the things you Want to do? Lack of Transportation Cannot find activities that meet my interests No friends to participate with Cannot pay for Only 2% needed support staff responded Cannot afford with outings • • Too Overstimulating 0 50 100 150 Have you or a person With I/DD in your current household ever experienced any of the foLLowing? Discrimination due to disability 54 Bullying that led to missing school,employment or other social event 42 Mate crime(a"friend"who misused or exploited a relationship with you) M 25 Abuse or exploitation by a professional serving people with I/DD 19 0' Over 5;oqqOqf -"',,, Domestic violence or emotional abuse by a family member 11 respondents had Domestic violence or emotional abuse by a romantic partner - 8 - - • - - • Discrimination due to race or ethinicity 8 L discrimination, Discrimination due to religion 4 L I believe that everyone deserves an Y , opportunity and shouldn't be judged by their disability. We all have unique Y q talents that can help us succeed in life if we are given the chance! _ ,+ LLApplied for DSPD when 17 (14 years ago)) We have financial resources and a and was told my sons high functioning townhouse for use but we are unable to move autism was not severe enough to get forward due to the inability to find staff, services. He has struggled. helpful neighbors or other support people to AS Fr " utilize the "bricks and mortar." Samoan "l This is an r t issue that really needs I'm considered high functioning, yet unemployed/ _ to be underemployed. Don't qualify for services- have addressed in fallen through the cracks, my parents had to move our State. to UT with me. When they are gone - then what? ELements of Market • . CoRection Hou Bricks&mortar • Rental or homeovcmership • Affordability • Property type • Physical amenities & Neuro-inclusive design elements Expanded surve : What type of housingY setting are you interested in? Bequeath family I home Scattered-site Neuro-inclusive planned community 5 Neuro-inclusive mixed-use 55 community Cohousing Unsure 0 20 40 60 Do you Want to rent or own your future home? Beq uethed home/Add ADU :67 , Rent from service 38 provider i Rent, consumer- controlled 79 Buy a home 50 Buy a home with others 0 20 40 60 80 What unit type Wouldyou prefer? � goo A 3 � r 75 50 37 39 25 20 0 ADU Small Cottage or Single-family Townhome Apartment/Condo Patio Home home What type of physicaL amenities Would be heLpfuL? Top 5 desired physical amenities01 - � a Extra-durable res _ a Other amenities ranked highly: w, a • Universal Design ■ • Cognitive Design Eiements (wayfinding, icons, etc.) • Easy-to-clean 03 � • Sensory-friendly (sound Closeproofing, dimmable lights, etc.) r. , • Optimized to age-in-place 4 - I ��� • Pedestrian- oriented Top community amenities on the or Within Walkin distance property g 1 St 2nd 3rd 4th A place to hang out Grocery store Gym Gaming / and watch movies y Computer Room OHO 4 i 5th 6th 7th 8th A quiet, sensory Art Studio / A Community Health clinic room. Makerspace Garden / Greenspace Desired location (Could choose more than 1) Downtown SLC 43% 1 Suburban SLC 48% Other area in Utah 24% Would consider 15% u moving out-of-state ELements of Market • • CoRection LTSS Supportive Amenities Medicaid Waiver-Funded The "secret sauce/ Residential Services sa fety net%SDOH • Service delivery models for • Supportive amenities: planned individualized LTSS activities, 24/7 resident assistant, cooking classes, community • Barriers to community navigator, etc. integration • Connected to property, available • Fears to all residents • Opportunities needed • OfFer support needed vciithout vciaiver for some What are preferred Wa s to your Y receive pp Long -term support services? 80 60 \ F � y 40 36 - — 27 20 22 17 0 Remote Agency-based Self-directed Shared Living Host Home Paid Neighbor Support rotational Supports staffing PLain - Language: How coo you Want to receive support? I want a neighbor to help me. —43 (21.7%) 1 want to live with my staff. —96 (48.5%) 1 want someone else to find and schedule staff for me. —112 (56.6%) I want help to find and schedule ° staff myself. —78 (39.4/o) I want to use technology or virtual _1 (0.5%) support. 0 25 50 75 100 125 Desired supportive amenities Top 5 desired supportive amenities Other supportive amenities ranked Life Skills Classes 01 �- 1 highly: Workplace and vocational support FrontDesk ' ' • ' • Community Navigator 02 Assistant • Money Management and Benefits Counseling Fitness & Wellness • Housekeeping 03 Classes Community Life 04 Coordinator & Activities 05 Mental Health • • Would you be interested in a residential transition program to help bridge the gap between the family home and independent living? Already Attended PARo Maybe No 15.8% A 4d Yes 71.3% Feedback from Youth Shelter Focus Group • Several participants noted that youth need extra nhys�cal �ea-k assistance to keep them from being exploited/"dragged into bad things" in order to secure shelter for themselves - -- - -- • Several people mentioned experiences that violated employment discrimination law or tenants rights - resources to help them report incidents and get assistance • Strong desire for security - participants mentioned many "It's not really fair to say, 'Well, times the desire for safety for themselves and their it's either this place or you don I kids/partners get - . - because• Strong desire to feel cared for and valued me think, hey, maybe the streets • Finding a therapist who is LGBTQ friendly + aren't so bad." neurodivergent friendly + also takes Medicaid is really hard - "wish there was a list of therapists" Ami Feedback from Youth Shelf -%r Focus Group -7 • Strong preference for 1 bd versus studio FF"'Every person is deserving of • Design preferences: Large windows, sound insulation, certain things, like a - place easy-to-clean, and pedestrian-oriented (space when to live, and to look at someone they "don't want to go out in public but need whose brain is wiredsomewhere outside") and say • • Top ranking supportive amenities: community trying hard - navigation, front desk for help, money management, messed • onsite mental health counselor • Advocated to prioritize those trying to stabilize What could have prevented you from experiencing ML"We must dismantle the homelessness? stigma of homeless = drug - Knowing the resources (e.g inside bathroom stall door) addiction - Having access to transition supports before aging out of foster care How You Can HeLp ! ----- ------------- ---------------------- Read the report & use theSE recommendations in your Work! � s4�r LAKE Share the report With Neuro-Inclusive relevant stakeholders Housing Market Analysis Get involved in the q*A coalition; neuroinclusiveutah.org Data Driving a place_ Agenda 1. What is neuro-inclusive housing? 2, Neuro-inclusive Housing in Utah � 3. AA21 Utah Project & Housing 4. Salt Lake Valley - Process & Data 5. Discussion & Questions Thank You ! Get Involved: • ' neuroinclusiveutah.org ,~ Contact Us: Kristy Chambers Kchambers(a-columbbusserves.orci anP Sumiko Martinez 32,000 76 ' 191,000 Live with smartinez(c�madisonhouseautism.org peopiem1h MIDD (lover me age o�6or /amity caregiver ��11 Utah E—Ples of Ad—w1N NIIDU s Ndw who have bond their home and support fYscam o For ineivieueis wan imeuedwi or aevemvmemal aisamhtms Uroo1.mere Is an extreme snortayetioet 1 anoraahie.a cssime noosing and ac 29 -ACRES supports needeed to mrive.w need Ncunaersland t-tpoce nol only Ne heniers to s but also the �,A BOARDS • COMMISSIONS Sat Lake City Accessibility and Disability Commission Annual Report 2023 A Message from the Chair 2023 was the first full year of the Accessibility and Disability Commission. I had the honor of being elected as Chair and Nate Crippes was elected Vice Chair.We also welcomed 3 new commissioners: Kristy Chambers, Ivana Powell, and Damon Talbot.We were excited to continue the work of making sure people with disabilities have access and inclusion to the many offerings our capital city has to offer and to continue expanding Mayor Mendenhall's agenda towards a fully accessible and inclusive city. We are so proud of the Closed Captioning ordinance passed by the Salt Lake City Council urging all public businesses in Salt Lake City to provide closed captioning for our deaf and hard of hearing citizens.We are also proud of the City's focus to expand visual interpreting services to Liberty Park, Jordan Park and downtown Central Business District. Now SLC's blind and low vision community have greater access and independence to participate, shop, and thrive in our great city. We continue to monitor sidewalk access, transportation expansion, and snow removal, providing universal access to everyone. The Commission has a great champion in our ADA Coordinator,Ashley Lichtle. We are also grateful for the support of the City's new Chief Equity Officer, Damian Choi. In Salt Lake City, people with disabilities are welcomed partners in all of our communities, our sponsored events, and so much more.We are proud to join our disabled community and state that access is a human right in Salt Lake City. Commission Members Everette Bacon, Chair Nate Crippes, Vice Kayci Lynam (HRC Commissioner) Chair Pamela Mower Scott Browning Janis Ferre Ivana Powell Amy Carmen Rich Foster Damon Talbot (ending Kristy Chambers Jeff Kenyon September 2023) Todd Claflin Leah Lobato Margo Thurman 2023 Overview The Accessibility and Disability Commission (ADC) continued working on many goals and priorities from 2022, including the City's adoption of the Closed Captioning Ordinance for businesses in February 2023. Throughout the year, the Commission worked with many City departments and divisions including Community and Neighborhoods, Sustainability, SLC Arts Council, Transportation, and Public Lands. Some highlights of the Commission's work this year include: • Providing io hours of disability training to 27 new SLCPD Community Response Specialists, • Increasing Aira services to include Jordan Park, Liberty Park, and the Central Business District, • Site walk and feedback for the Miller Bird Refuge and Nature Park Accessibility Capital Improvement Project, and • Holding the City's first annual Disability Community Forum in October 2023. Review of 2023 Goals & Priorities Mayor's 2023 Priority: Evaluate recommendations from the Accessibility [and Disability] Commission and implement policy changes to make our City more accessible for people of all physical abilities. COMPLETE: o Recruit Commissioners with diverse perspectives o Closed Captioning ordinance for all public TVs in Salt Lake City o Provide training to City staff—SLCPD Community Response Unit o Partner with C-REP to form neurodiversity subcommittee o Improve Citywide snow removal communications for access in the public right of way after a snowstorm IN PROGRESS/ ONGOING: o Provide SLC employees Seizure First Aid training o More audible traffic signals throughout Salt Lake City o Free AIRA software available citywide o Increase audio description showings at all theaters in Salt Lake City o Improve communication and pedestrian access through construction zones in the public right of way(PROW) o Develop or update City preparedness plans for people with disabilities Commission Goals for 2024 I. Continue working on the 2022-2023 Priorities that are in progress or ongoing. II. Continue to identify and address ways Salt Lake City can improve inclusion and accessibility for all. III. Create or facilitate trainings for City departments on a variety of disability related topics.