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RSCC REPORT: Director Saarion reported that the Senior Citizens • Task Force is still going strong. However, they were disappointed and angry to hear at the meeting last evening that Senator Frank had dropped the ball regarding his support to the bill. The bill was not introduced to the committee in which he was supposed to introduced it. He did not even submit it for scheduling. After he had indicated to the Task Force that he would sponsor the bill, the Task Force was very disappointed and felt very betrayed by Senator Frank. However, they are still very interested in the project and have indicated a willingness to continue on their quest even if it means waiting until next year's legislative session. ADA REPORT: Director Saarion reported that she had attended a workshop regarding the application of ADA regulations in park improvements and program facilitation. It was reported that all new facilities provided in the parks must be accessible to those with disabilities. Whenever possible facilities should be retrofitted for accessibility. Provisions for inclusion of persons with disabilities should be provided in recreational programming. • OTHER BUSINESS: Discussion regarding the expectations of summer programming for the first time without local subsidization resulted in the Commission's desire to put as a special topic on the agenda for next meeting the strategy of how to impress upon the council the desire of the Commission to put a high priority on youth programming and activities with subsidy if necessary for the benefit of the community at large. This will be discussed more during the April meeting, to be presented to the Council during the Work Session on May 4, 1992 . ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner Silvis made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Starr to adjourn the meeting. Meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m. Next meeting is Thursday, April 28 at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall. •