Aging & Disability Commission Meeting

1.  Welcome and Commission Member Introductions
Commission Members, whether in person or virtually, will introduce themselves. Members of the public will have the opportunity to introduce themselves during Public Comment.

Mission: The Aging & Disability Commission gives voice to the diverse needs of Sonoma County’s older adults, people with disabilities, and their caregivers.

2.   Gold Resolution for Older Americans Month
Presentation of the Gold Resolution declaring May as Older Americans Month.

3.   Legislative Representatives and Advocacy Efforts from Providers
Report out from the Legislative Representatives and Service Providers.

4.   Public Comment and Commission Member Open Forum
The public may address the Commission on items not listed on the agenda. Public comment will be limited to three (3) minutes per speaker.

Note: The Commission cannot take action on items not on the agenda.

5.  Approval of the 04.16.2025 Commission Meeting Minutes
The Commission will review the meeting minutes and may approve them as presented or with modifications.

6.   Chair Updates

• Commission Introductions
  Standardize introductions of Commission Members.
  
•  Volunteer Log
  Provide an update on the Volunteer Log.
  
  
•  Commissioner’s Role
  Clarification for Commissioners serving in dual capacities.
  
  
•  Commissioner’s Visits with Supervisors
  Commissioners will report out on their visits with Sonoma County Supervisors.

7.   Director/Staff Updates:

• Director Update
  The AAA Director will provide updates on relevant matters for the Commission, including recent developments or upcoming events.
  
  • Governor’s Budget May Revision

• Staff Updates
  The AAA Section Manager will provide updates on relevant matters for the Commission, including recent developments or upcoming events.
  
  • Community Events for Potential Commission Participation
    • Sonoma County PRIDE Event & Parade, Santa Rosa, May 31, 2025, 11AM
    • Senior Expo, Santa Rosa, July 12, 2025, 9 AM – 12 PM
    • African Soul Festival, Rohnert Park, August 30, 2025, 11 AM – 5 PM

• MPA and LADAP Update
  The MPA Program Manager will provide updates on relevant matters for the Commission, including recent developments or upcoming events.

8.   TACC Report
Commission staff will provide an update on the recent TACC meeting.

9.   Transportation Staff Report
AAA staff will provide an update on the recent transportation programs.

10.   USAging Conference Policy Briefing
AAA staff will provide an update from the recent USAging Policy Briefing Policy Conference.

11.   Standing & Ad Hoc Committee Report
Standing and Ad Hoc Committee Members will provide updates on their activities, progress on assigned tasks, and recommendations or actions for the Commission.

• Standing Committee: No Wrong Door
  The Committee will provide an update on the progress of the work.
  
  
•  Ad Hoc Committee: No Wrong Door Toolbox
  The Committee will provide an update on the progress of the work.
  
  
•  Ad Hoc Committee: FY 24/25 Area Plan Objectives Implementation
  The Committee will provide an update on the progress of the work.
  
  
•  Ad Hoc Committee: Member Application and Interview Questions
  The Committee will provide an update on the progress of the work.
  
  
•  Ad Hoc Committee: August 2025 Planning Day – Action
  The Committee is seeking approval to create a new Ad Hoc Committee.