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Department of Human Services

Aging & Disability Commission Meeting

Date: March 18, 2026

Time: 1:00 - 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 Call In Option:
Phone Number: 1 (669) 444-9171
Meeting ID: 943 1192 7709
Passcode: 768493

Registration Required: No

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Agenda

Time Topic Presenter
1:00

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

Helman
1:05

2.  New Commission Member Application – Action
The Executive Committee has nominated Pam Law (District 5) for election to the Commission. Election requires a majority vote of the Commission members present and voting.

Helman
1:10

3.  Public Hearing - FY 2024 – 2028 Area Plan Update: Year 2 FY 25/26
The AAA will provide an update on the current four-year Area Plan. The presentation will include updates on AAA-funded services, goals for next fiscal year, and time for public comment on the Area Plan. Public comments will be limited to three (3) minutes per speaker.   

Souza-Milner
1:55 BREAK
2:00

4.  Approval of the 02.18.2026 Commission Meeting Minutes
The Commission will review the meeting minutes and may approve them as presented or with modifications.

Helman
2:02

5.  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
2:05

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

  • Marge Ling Nominations Update
Helman
2:10

7.  Director and Staff Updates:

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

  • County Budget Update
  • State Budget Update
  • Federal Budget Update

Dunaway & Souza-Milner

2:15

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

Helman
2:20

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

Helman
2:30

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

Helman
2:35

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.
    Interim Chair: Suzanne Edwards
    Vice Chair: Priyanka Varma
  • Ad Hoc Committees:
    • Website Design - Action
      Ad Hoc group to develop recommendations for updates to the Commission webpage to make it more welcoming, informative, and simple to navigate.
      Lead: Jaime Peñaherrera
      Due: March 4, 2026
    • FY 26/27 Area Plan Objectives - Action
      Ad Hoc group to develop recommendation for FY 2026-27 objectives in the Area Plan – Year 2 Update.
      Lead: Deanna Shaat
      Due: March 4, 2026
    • Community Convening Topics #2
      Develop a Panel for a local Senior Expo
      Lead: Eddie Estrada
      Due: April 15, 2026
    • Legislative Ad Hoc (New) – Action
      Coming up with questions for the Legislative Representatives
      Lead: Robin Thompson
      Due: March 30, 2026
    • No Wrong Door Ad Hoc (New) – Action
      Prioritize work plan activities so the plan can be discussed and approved by the Commission.
      Lead: TBD
      Due: TBD

Helman & Edwards

3:00 12.  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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