(A) Purpose and duties. The purpose and duties of the Mayor’s Committee for Persons with Disabilities shall be to:
(1) Plan, conduct, and publicize activities designed to promote employment and the well-being of people with disabilities;
(2) Cooperate with community agencies and organizations in securing employment acceptance of people with disabilities;
(3) Stimulate community interest in furthering employment of people with disabilities by securing active cooperation and support from employers, employees, community groups, and the general public;
(4) Conduct specific activities of the Governor's Advocacy Council for Persons with Disabilities, the President's Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities, and promote special events such as the Annual National Employ the Handicapped Week and Disability Awareness Week;
(5) Promote the establishment and improvement of rehabilitation and recreational facilities and programs;
(6) Identify barriers that hinder the mobility of the disabled;
(7) Support and promote appropriate legislation advocating issues of interest for people with disabilities; and
(8) Advise the City Council about the goals, recommendations, and activities of the Committee.
(B) Membership; appointment. The Committee shall be composed of 16 members. Members of the committee shall be recommended by local government, private/community organizations, by other committee members, or by personal request.
(C) Staff services. The Community Relations and Development Department shall supply staff and technical services for the Committee.
(Ord. 2018-8, passed 2-19-18; Am. Ord. 2020-01, passed 1-6-20; Am. Ord. 2021-39, passed 12-20-21; Am. Ord. 2023-44, passed 7-17-23)