Aging & Disability Commission Meeting

1. Welcome and Commission Member Introductions
Commission Members, whether in person or virtually, will introduce themselves. Member introductions will include their Name, City of Residence, District (1-5), and Supervisor’s Name.

 Members participating virtually will need to disclose if there is anyone over the age of 18 in the room with them.

 Members of the public will have the opportunity to introduce themselves during Public Comment.

2. Approval of the 03.18.2026 Commission Meeting Minutes
The Commission will review the meeting minutes and may approve them as presented or with modifications.

3. Public Comment and Commission Member Open Forum
The public may address the Commission on any items on the agenda and on matters within the Commission's jurisdiction. The Committee cannot take action on non-agenda items. Public comments will be limited to three (3) minutes per speaker.

• In-person attendees who wish to speak may indicate their request to speak during this time. When recognized by the Chair, please state your name and begin your comments.
• Virtual participants who wish to speak must use the “Raise Hand” feature located within Zoom. When it is your turn to speak, the host will unmute your microphone and prompt you to speak. Please state your name and begin your comments

4. Commission Member

• New Commission Member Application – Action
  The Executive Committee has nominated Michael Margett (District 4) for election to the Commission. Election requires a majority vote of the Commission members present and voting.
  
  
• Commission-Elected Seat Renewal - Action
  The Commission will consider and take action on the renewal of Jaime Peñaherrera.

5. Peer Counselor Discussion
The Commission will discuss changes in Peer Counselor services in Sonoma County.

6. Legislative Representatives
The Commission will hear from invited legislative representatives to respond to questions from the Commission.

7. Chair Updates
The Chair will provide updates for the Commission to review and discuss.

• Commission Member Update
• June Planning Day Update
• Officer Elections in June

8. Director and Staff Updates:

Director Update(s): 
The AAA Director will provide updates on relevant matters for the Commission, including recent developments or upcoming events.

• County Budget
• State Budget
• SB1249

Staff Update(s):
The AAA Program Manager will provide updates on relevant matters for the Commission, including recent developments or upcoming events.

• Needs Assessment – Equity MPA Team

Dunaway & Souza-Milner

9. Parkinsons’s Society of Sonoma County Presentation
Presentation from the Parkinson’s Society.

10. Recruitment Membership Task Update
Discussion on the progress of the Recruitment Member Task.

11. Board of Supervisors Meeting – Spring 2026
Spring 2026: Meetings with the Supervisors should be completed by May 2026

12. 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.

Ad Hoc Committees:

• No Wrong Door Ad Hoc - Action
  Prioritize work plan activities so the plan can be discussed and approved by the Commission.
  Lead: Suzanne Edwards
  Due: April 9, 2026
  
• Research Report Topic #2 (New) - Action
  Potentially research and summarize issues related to nutrition programs for older adults and adults with disabilities.
  Lead: Diane Spain
  Due: June 4, 2026