AGENDA GOLDEN GATE REGIONAL CENTER, INC. BOARD of DIRECTORS MAY 19, :30 P.M.

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1 A AGENDA GOLDEN GATE REGIONAL CENTER, INC. BOARD of DIRECTORS MAY 19, :30 P.M. 5:30 pm I. Call to Order and Introductions (Ron Fell) ACTION ACTION II. Consent Items (Ron Fell) A. Agenda (A) B. Record of April 21, 2015 Meeting (B) 5:40 pm III. Public Comment / Announcements (Ron Fell) Call for Public Comment / Announcements 5:45 pm IV. Committee Reports A. Services Committee (Yukari Baba) 1. Employment in the Public Sector Heather Weldon ACTION 2. Transition to Adulthood in Spanish-Speaking Families of Youth with Complex Chronic Conditions (Draft Letter of Support) Megie Okumura, MD (C) 6:25 pm B. Board Operations Committee (Martha Thompson) 1. Update on Recruitment 2. Presentation of Isaac Haney-Owens and Kim Nguyen, MD, for Continued Membership 3. Presentation of Saul Gurdus for New Membership 4. Presentation of Slate of Officers for FY :30 pm C. Finance Committee (Pam Ehlers) 1. Financial Status FY (D) 2. Report on Metrics 6:40 pm D. Service Provider Advisory Committee (Eric Zigman) Update December 11, 2014, State of Emergency Expanded to Additional Counties (E) 6:45 pm E. Legislative Committee (Ron Fell) 6:50 pm F. Executive Committee / Chairperson / ARCA Reports (Ron Fell) 7:00 pm V. Director s Report (Jim Shorter) 7:10 pm VI. Adjourn to Executive Session (Ron Fell) Personnel Issue VII. Reconvene Meeting (Ron Fell) VIII. Adjourn Meeting (Ron Fell)

2 APPROVED AS SUBMITTED JUNE 16, 2015 BOARD of DIRECTORS RECORD of MEETING TUESDAY, MAY 19, :30 PM Golden Gate Regional Center 1355 Market Street, Suite 220 San Francisco, CA PRESIDING: DIRECTORS PRESENT: DIRECTORS ABSENT: STAFF: GUESTS: Ron Fell, Chair Yukari Baba Hal Belmont, Secretary David DeLira Pam Ehlers, Treasurer Paul Goldsmith Isaac Haney-Owens Jay Katz Nayla Raad Lop Hou Judy Leonard Ingrid Lin, MD Felice Parisi, MD Barry Benda Martha DeLaPena Saul Gurdus Frances Lau Kim Nguyen, MD Jackson Soderquist Martha Thompson, Vice Chair Eric Zigman Susan Pirnes Lisa Rosene Jim Shorter Victoria Hanson Megumi Okumura, MD Heather Weldon CALL TO ORDER Mr. Fell called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Welcoming remarks and self-introductions followed. Ms. Ehlers and Dr. Nguyen participated by phone. CONSENT AGENDA M/S/C To approve the agenda as submitted. (DeLira/Thompson) M/S/C To approve the Record of Meeting of April 21, 2015, as submitted. (Thompson/Belmont) 1355 Market Street, Suite 220 San Francisco, CA (415) Belong, Contribute, Thrive La Selva Street, Suite 202 San Mateo, CA (650) Civic Center Drive, Suite 310 San Rafael, CA (415)

3 GOLDEN GATE REGIONAL CENTER 2 RECORD of MEETING MAY 19, 2015 PUBLIC COMMENT / ANNOUNCEMENTS No public comment. COMMITTEEE REPORTS: Services Committee Yukari Baba Ms. Baba introduced Heather Weldon from Seattle, Washington. Ms. Weldon is employed by the City of Seattle in the Department of Human Resources, specifically with the Supported Employment program. Seattle s Supported Employment program facilitates job opportunities for people with developmental disabilities. Currently Seattle employs 90 supported employees. The average wage is $15.23/hour and the average number of years as a city employee is seven years with 25% employed 12 years or longer. Ms. Baba welcomed Dr. Okumura to the meeting. Dr. Okumura talked about the goals of a new grant proposal, Transition to Adulthood in Spanish-Speaking Youth with Complex Chronic Conditions. Brief Q&As. M/C Ms. Baba directed attention to a draft letter of support and on behalf of the Services Committee recommended support of the grant. Board Operations Committee Martha Thompson Ms. Thompson noted that the review of applications continues as they are received. Ms. Thompson presented Mr. Haney-Owens and Dr. Nguyen for continued membership on the Board of Directors and Mr. Gurdus for new membership. She also introduced Martha DeLaPena who has indicated an interest in becoming a member. Lastly, Ms. Thompson presented the late of officers for FY : Chairperson Ron Fell Vice Chairperson Jay Katz Secretary Jackson Soderquist Treasurer Paul Goldsmith Action will be taken on the above items at the June meeting. Finance Committee Pam Ehlers Ms. Ehlers noted that there has been no significant change in GGRC s financial situation over the past month. She also noted that Mr. Hou is working on a trend analysis report for discussion at the next committee meeting on June 2 nd. Service Provider Advisory Committee Eric Zigman On behalf of the Service Provider Advisory Committee (SPAC), Mr. Zigman again thanked the Board for the letter of support regarding the December 11 th storm day. On April 29 th, the Governor expanded the State of Emergency to include the counties of Alameda, Contra Costa, Del Norte, Humboldt, Lake, Los Angeles, Monterey, Orange, San Francisco, Santa Clara, Shasta, Sonoma, Tehama, and Yolo. Previously only the counties of Marin, Mendocino, San Mateo and Ventura were declared a State of Emergency. Mr. Zigman presented Barry Benda and Mark Melanson for continued membership on the SPAC. Legislative / Executive Committee / Chairperson / ARCA Reports Ron Fell Half of the Senate and two-thirds of the Assembly have signed on to Senator Beall s letter of February 19 th, re: funding for regional center operations and POS.

4 GOLDEN GATE REGIONAL CENTER 3 RECORD of MEETING MAY 19, 2015 The Rehabilitation Services Administration will be taking public comment May 20 th on proposed federal regulations for the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). ARCA is supporting the following legislation: SB 243 and AB 366, two similar pieces of legislation in support of increased Medi-Cal rates. SB 638 proposes an increase in developmental services funding. AB 1227 proposes additional training for peace officers. SB 479 would create a licensing structure for ABA. The Special Olympic World Games are coming to Los Angeles in July. The Administration has stated its goal of closing Sonoma DC by the end of 2018 and closing Fairview DC and the general treatment area at Porterville DC by the end of The Governor proposes trailer bill language requiring DDS to submit, on or before October 1, 2015, a plan or plans to close one or more DCs. DIRECTOR S REPORT Mr. Shorter clarified that the May Revision is the Governor s proposal. It is not the budget. The budget is passed by the Legislature and that will happen June 15 th. Despite the budget, GGRC is moving forward on a number of issues. The fifth Employment Summit was held this morning in San Mateo. Rachel Richardson from Disability Rights California commented on WIOA. Subminimum wage will not exist in the future. The California Departments of Development Services, Rehabilitation and Education developed a memorandum of understanding that reflects their intention to identify and implement improvements in furtherance of the State s Employment First Policy and other federal and state laws regarding integrated employment and competitive wages for individuals we serve. ADJOURNMENT Before adjourning the meeting Mr. Fell presented awards to Ms. Thompson and Mr. Belmont for their years of service on the Board of Directors. Ms. Thompson is completing five years and Mr. Belmont is completing seven years. The meeting adjourned at 7:00 pm. The next scheduled meeting of the Board of Directors will be held Tuesday, June 16, 2015, 5:30 pm in the San Mateo office at 3130 LaSelva Street. Respectfully submitted, Judy K. Leonard Executive Assistant for: Hal Belmont, Secretary Board of Directors

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7 NOTES FROM GOLDEN GATE REGIONAL CENTER, INC. BOARD of DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING MAY 5, 2015 Executive Committee Members Present: Staff Present: Ron Fell, Chair Hal Belmont, Secretary Martha Thompson, Vice Chair Judy Leonard Jim Shorter I. Call to Order - Ron Fell II. Finance The Finance Committee did not meet. III. IV. Legislative Ron Fell Mr. Fell noted that the Governor s May Revise is scheduled for release on May 14 th. A delegation will be meeting with ASM Phil Ting on Friday, May 8 th, in conjunction with a Rally for System Upgrade. Proposed federal regulations for the WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act). On May 20 th, the Rehabilitation Services Administration will be taking comments on the proposed regulations and on May 11 th, the Department of Rehabilitation will be hosting a public forum to share highlights of the proposed regulations based on their review. Public comment will also be accepted. Mr. Fell noted ARCA supports the following legislation: AB 366 and SB 243 both propose an increase in Medi-Cal reimbursement rates. SB 638 proposes an increase in developmental services funding. SB 639 proposes closure of Sonoma and Fairview Developmental Centers. AB 1227 proposes additional training for peace officers. Board Operations Committee Status of Applications: Ms. Leonard ed all staff noticing the Board s underrepresentation of people served, parents, and Asian and Latino heritage. At present, response has been the name of a parent and a list of seven individuals served. Applications will be mailed soonest. Continued Membership: Both Isaac Haney-Owens and Kim Nguyen, MD, will be presented at the May meeting for action in June. New Memberships: If Mr. Gurdus attends the May meeting he could be presented for membership at that meeting for action in June. If Mr. Gurdus does not attend in May but attends in June, he could be presented at the June meeting but the vote would not take place until September. If Dr. DeLaPena attends in May and June,

8 June would be considered her second meeting and she could be presented for membership but could not be voted in until September. Based on the above, it was agreed to postpose orientation until the spring. VI. Prepare Slate of Officers Chair Ron Fell Vice Chair Paul Goldsmith Secretary Jay Katz Treasurer Francis Lau It was agreed to invite Jackson Soderquist to participate in meetings on behalf of the People s Caucus. Ms. Thompson will confirm with the above proposed officers that they are willing to serve in the above capacities. VI. VII. Set May 19 th Board Meeting Agenda - All Adjournment Ron Fell Respectfully submitted: Judy K. Leonard Executive Assistant May 8, 2015

9 NOTES FROM: GOLDEN GATE REGIONAL CENTER, INC. BOARD of DIRECTORS LEGISLATIVE COMMITTEE MAY 5, 2015 Members present: Staff present: Ron Fell, Chair Martha Thompson Judy Leonard Stefanie Nickel-Rather I. Call to Order Mr. Fell noted that the Governor s May Revise is scheduled for release on May 14 th. A delegation will be meeting with ASM Phil Ting on Friday, May 8 th, in conjunction with a Rally for System Upgrade. Proposed federal regulations for the WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act). On May 20 th, the Rehabilitation Services Administration will be taking comments on the proposed regulations and on May 11 th, the Department of Rehabilitation will be hosting a public forum to share highlights of the proposed regulations based on their review. Public comment will also be accepted. II. Legislation Mr. Fell noted ARCA supports the following legislation: AB 366 and SB 243 both propose an increase in Medi-Cal reimbursement rates. SB 638 proposes an increase in developmental services funding. SB 639 proposes closure of Sonoma and Fairview Developmental Centers. AB 1227 proposes additional training for peace officers. III. Adjournment Respectfully submitted: Ron Fell, Chairperson Legislative Committee May 7, 2015

10 NOTES FROM: GOLDEN GATE REGIONAL CENTER, INC. BOARD of DIRECTORS BOARD OPERATIONS COMMITTEE MAY 5, 2015 Members Present: Staff Present: Martha Thompson, Chair Hal Belmont Ron Fell Judy Leonard Jim Shorter I. Call to Order - Martha Thompson II. III. IV. Status of Applications Ms. Leonard ed all staff noticing the Board s underrepresentation of people served, parents, and Asian and Latino heritage. At present, response has been the name of a parent and a list of seven individuals served. Applications will be mailed soonest. Continued Membership Isaac Haney-Owens / Kim Nguyen, MD Both will be presented at the May meeting for action in June. New Membership Saul Gurdus / Martha De La Pena If Mr. Gurdus attends the May meeting he could be presented for membership at that meeting for action in June. If Mr. Gurdus does not attend in May but attends in June, he could be presented at the June meeting but the vote would not take place until September. If Ms. DeLaPena attends in May and June, June would be considered her second meeting and she could be presented for membership but could not be voted in until September. V. New Member Orientation Based on II. and IV. above, it was agreed to postpose orientation until the spring. VI. Prepare Slate of Officers Chair Ron Fell Vice Chair Paul Goldsmith Secretary Jay Katz Treasurer Francis Lau It was agreed to invite Jackson Soderquist to participate in meetings on behalf of the People s Caucus. Ms. Thompson will confirm that the above proposed officers are willing to serve in the above capacities. VII. Adjournment Martha Thompson Submitted by: Judy K. Leonard Executive Assistant May 6, 2015

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15 GOLDEN GATE REGIONAL CENTER, INC. BOARD OF DIRECTORS FINANCE COMMITTEE The Finance Committee did not meet in May 2015.