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Department of Human Services

Aging & Disability Commission Meeting

Date: January 21, 2026

Time: 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Address:

In Person Meeting:
The Carnelian Conference Room
Adult and Aging Division
3725 Westwind Blvd. 
Santa Rosa, CA

Public Zoom Link:
https://zoom.us/j/97845062226?pwd=2LdD46H2bzPmbir6F7FFerP9E563Aj.1

Zoom Phone Number: 1 (669) 444-9171

Registration Required: No

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Agenda

Time Topic Presenter
12:00

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.

Helman
12:05

2.  Follow-Up Exercise from the Commission Planning Day
The Commission will participate in a follow-up exercise, building on the August 2025 Planning Day.

Huntsperger

1:00 BREAK
1:05

3.  Approval of the 11.19.2025 Commission Meeting Minutes
The Commission will review the meeting minutes and may approve them as presented or with modifications.

Helman
1:07

4.  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
1:10

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

- Reports

- Commission Status Update

Helman
1:20

6.  Director/Staff updates:

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

- Budget

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

- AAA Program Monitoring

- SB 707 – Brown Act
Provide an update on the changes to the Brown Act and the impact on the Commission

- Area Plan Updates
Commissioners are asked to review the Area Plan Update and submit questions by January 9, 2026.

- Area Plan Update Year 2 (FY 25/26)
Provide an update on the Area Plan.

- Area Plan Needs Assessment
Provide an update on the FY 28-32 Area Plan Needs Assessment Plan.

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

Dunaway, Milner, Huntsperger

1:40

7.  Linkages Program Presentation
Presentation by Jessica Hernandez on Linkages Case Management Services.

Hernandez
2:00 BREAK
2:15

8.  Written Report Discussion
The Commission will discuss the written reports attached to the agenda.

Helman
2:25

9.  Board of Supervisors Meeting – Fall 2025 & Spring 2026

- Fall 2025: Commission members from each County District will provide a report on their meeting with their respective Board of Supervisors.

- Spring 2026: Commission members will review the topics and due dates for the next set of meetings.

Helman
2:30

10.  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.
Interim Chair: Suzanne Edwards

 Ad Hoc Committee:

- Community Convening Topics
Ad Hoc to convene disability service providers for a discussion about shared experiences and challenges and how the Commission can better represent their voices.
Lead: Eddie Estrada.
Due: February 4, 2026.

- Research Report - Action
Ad hoc will research and summarize the ways older adults, people with disabilities and their caregivers learn about services and supports.
Lead: Trayce Beards.
Due: 1/7/2025.

- Website Recommendation – Action
Develop and make recommendations for the Commission’s webpage to make it welcoming, informative, and simple to navigate.
Lead: TBD
Due: March 4, 2026

- FY 26/27 Area Plan Objectives - Action
Review, develop, and make a recommendation on the Commission’s FY 2026/27 Area Plan Objectives.
Lead: TBD
Due: March 4, 2026

Helman, Edwards
3:00 11.  Adjourn Helman

Supplemental materials related to an agenda item are available for public inspection during normal business hours at the Adult & Aging Office, 3725 Westwind Blvd., Suite 101, Santa Rosa. All listed times are approximate and subject to change. Agenda items are scheduled for consideration by the Commission, which may or may not choose to act. Breaks may be called at the discretion of the Chair. If you need any accommodations to effectively participate please contact aaa@schsd.org or (707) 565-5238 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. 

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