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Adams’ County Diversity and Inclusion Division
Diversity:
The condition of having or being composed of differing elements, values, experiences, knowledge, and strengths, acknowledging each individual, and recognizing their individuality.
AND
Inclusivity:
The purposeful intent to embrace all people, including those who might be otherwise excluded or marginalized by race, gender identity, sexual orientation, handicap, disability, etc. The goal of inclusivity is to create a work environment and services that are equitable and understanding.
This diverse and inclusivity effort is comprised of three steps.
- The aim is to provide cultural humility training to all county employees, so they can have a better understanding of historic trauma.
- There will be interviews among county employees, to gain an understanding of current employer cultural practices.
- There will be a county wide dissemination of a cultural assessment, to create dialogue about diversity and inclusion.
Larimer County is working on an initiative to be more inclusive of those with disabilities, such as creating internships and other employer opportunities.
Question – is the above diverse and inclusion program geared towards those with disabilities
Answer – Yes
Contact
Dennis Swain
Diversity and Inclusion Administrator
4430 S. Adams County Parkway
Brighton, CO 80601
Ph: 720.523.6325
Fx: 720.523.6114
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Next Colorado Department Human Services Board Meeting is on 4/3/2020 at 8:30am at 405 West 9th St. Pueblo, CO 81003
There was committee meetings last night.
First, communications committee, and customer service committee:
Under communications committee there was robust discussion on reduction of services and canceling service.
The light rail service that was targeted for reduction was R line. Director Broom said there was a 6.9% increase in ridership. Director Broom suggested they leave the R line running as it currently is. However, it appears the reduction on the R line will still go through.
There is one more light rail that is slated to be canceling on the weekend which was the D line.
There was much more discussion around trip reduction and to which lines were to be canceled.
The report on access a ride was exploring the possibility of using Uber as a means of transporting ambulatory passengers; using the buses for passengers in wheel chairs.
Next was the auditing committee. There was discussion surrounding the budget and taking the money gained from reduction of bus times and canceling buses and putting it into a fund that the board could use later for putting buses back on the line in the future.
Karin Jeffco HS:
- Karin from Jefferson County Human Services spoke about the plan with Age Friendly Community development and how the focus is on the 8 domains of livability. They are: Transportation, Housing, Health Services, Sociable Communities, Respect Social Isolation, Outdoor Space, Civic Employment nd information/ Education.
- The Age Friendly New Vision Statement is: “Supporting livable communities for all ages and abilities.” This is because they want to be mindful of other population around. They want to continue engaging municipalities involved.
Jeffco LCC Standing alone?
- It seems that the decision is being directed towards stay under and continue to follow the new Age Friendly Community and find that one of the biggest challenges may be funding if we were to go off on our own. The full decision will be made next month.
Strategic Plan
- Went over the goals Jeffco LCC would like to focus on. One idea is the sidewalks and them needing more attention. It is not that accessible and dangerous to pedestrians.
AIRA support letter
- At this time, no decision has been made. I followed up with Ed Neuberg and found that there is not a non-English speaking program or that the cost is not accessible for those who are low income. A follow-up will happen after Ed Neuberg’s meeting on the 12th for more details.
- Some questions that were emailed and addressed about this matter were:
- Is there an opportunity to have multi languages for this program? If so, how long before that would be implemented?
- If there is a blind person or a person with low vision using the phone as their eyes and they have their white cane, bags and maybe something else, how are they going to be able to manage the phone to where the person seeing is able to assist yet still manage their items?
- Is there a program that would eventually be accessible for low income people to get the glasses at a lesser price than the $25 per month?
- What type of accommodations will be made for those who are of low-income?
Next meeting: April 2nd 1:30-3:30.
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The health and safety of Lyft’s community is our priority. With recent news around coronavirus (COVID-19), we know you may have questions about how we can all do our part to keep the community healthy. We want to share the actions we’re taking to help protect riders and drivers — and what you can do to help.
What Lyft is doing
Closely monitoring the situation and taking action. We’re following updates on COVID-19, including guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and local health officials. We’ll continue to take actions necessary to help protect the community. Specifically, if we are notified of a rider or driver testing positive for COVID-19, they will be temporarily suspended from using Lyft until they are medically cleared.
Helping with prevention. We’ve partnered with EO Products, makers of Everyone, to distribute more than 200,000 bottles of hand sanitizer and other cleaning supplies to drivers, at no cost to them.
Supporting drivers. We will provide funds to drivers should they be diagnosed with COVID-19 or put under individual quarantine by a public health agency. This helps support drivers financially when they can’t drive, while also protecting our riders’ health.
What you can do
Practice good hygiene. Wash your hands frequently. Cover your nose and mouth if you have to sneeze or cough. And use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol content. Please stay home if you are sick.
If you need to see a doctor, work with a medical professional to discuss transportation options. Per the CDC, if you have been diagnosed with COVID-19 or suspect you may have it, you should not use ridesharing, public transportation, or taxis.
Stay informed. The CDC and the World Health Organization (WHO) are updating their sites with the latest information.
If you have any additional questions, please visit our online resource. Small actions can make a big difference when everyone helps out — thanks for doing your part.
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