New York State Independent Living Council (NYSILC)Full Council MeetingNovember 4, 2016Troy Hilton Garden Inn, Sage Ballroom9:00 am to 3:30 pm

AGENDA

1. Introduction. 9:00 am A.Roll call – Sue Hoger, Chair.B. Open forum.

2. Review and approval of Full Council Meeting minutes. 9:20 am

A. Review and approval of draft minutes for the September 16, 2016 Full Council

Meeting (FCM).

3. Executive Director’s report – Brad Williams. 9:30 am

A. Significant issues/2016 major goals and deliverables (July-September2016).

Staff updates:o Amy Wink, Program Coordinator and

Erin Dwyer, Administrative Assistant.B. NYSILC Quarterly Contract Report (July-September 2016) – See separately

attached SILC Monitoring Document).C. Discussion and approval of proposed NYSILC FCM dates for 2017 at Troy

HiltonGarden Inn:

Friday, March 17th, 2017; Friday May, 19th, 2017; Friday September 15th, 2017; Friday November 3rd or Thursday, November 9th, 2017 (day before Veteran’s

Day)D. SILC Congress 2017.E. Recognition of members terming off the council:

Brett Eisenberg Shelley Klein Chad Underwood

4. Treasurer’s Report – Roger Benn. 10:00 am

A. Draft Quarterly Fiscal Report (July-September 2016).B. Finance Committee minutes (October 19, 2016).

5. Executive Committee Report – Sue Ruff 10:15 am

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A. Executive Committee meeting minutes (September 9, 2016, October 14, 2016).

B. Discussion and action related to Member-at-Large vacancy.C. Update and discussion about youth transition letter to Regents and

EmploymentFirst letter to the Governor. See attached letters.

o Discussion about participation in the Integrated Work Alliance/recent events.

6. Committee & Subcommittee Reports (Continued after lunch presentation). 10:45 am

(Minutes have been provided for review. Reports should focus on new activities. Questions can be related to the reports or minutes. Updates will be provided by committees that haven’t been recently active.)

A. ACCES-VR SRC report – Chad Underwood (June 8-9, 2016). ACCES-VR SRC liaison to replace Chad by start of 2017.

B. ACCES-VR report – Bob Gumson/ACCES-VR.C. NYSCB SRC report – Cliff Perez (June 22-23, 2016).

7. Discussions 11:00 am

A. Discussion of ACCES-VR Core Rehabilitation Services (CRS) RFP opportunities for providers, Raymond Pierce, ACCES-VR (joining by conference call).B. Discussion of competitive state employment opportunities for people with

Disabilities (other than the 55 B & C programs).

See attached materials.

8. Lunch. 12:00 pm

9. Presentation: Recent trends in alcoholism and substance abuse. 1:15 pm

Robert Kent, General Counsel, NYS Office on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS).

10. Committee & Subcommittee Reports (Continued). 2:15 pm

(Minutes have been provided for review. Reports should focus on new activities. Questions can be related to the reports or minutes. Updates will be provided by committees that haven’t been recently active.)

D. SPIL Committee – Sue Hoger & Brett Eisenberg.E. Consumer Satisfaction – Brad Williams (Meeting held October 24, 2016).F. Public Policy – Shelley Klein (September 12, 2016).G. Youth Leadership – Zach Garafalo.H. Emergency Preparedness – Sue Ruff (September 20, 2016).

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I. Development – Brad Williams (Meeting scheduled for November 8, 2016).J. Database Workgroup – Roger Benn (Meeting scheduled for November 14, 2016).K. Recruitment – Brad Williams.L. Outreach – Roger Benn (September 1, 2016).

1. CBILCO Quarterly Reports – (See separately attached SILC Monitoring Document).

a. AIM Corning youth with disabilities (Y2, July-Sept 2016).b. ATI Cortland youth with disabilities (Y2, July-Sept 2016).c. NCCI Plattsburgh health care and wellness for people with disabilities (Y2, July-Sept 2016).

11. Adjourn. 3:30 pm

NYSILC 2016 Fall News Briefs:http://nysilc.org/images/NYSILC_NewsBriefsFall_2016.docx

SILC-Net PPT “On-demand” Presentations:o The 3-Year SPIL Cycle: https://t.e2ma.net/click/n7fol/jgkm8c/zsw0qc o SILC Authorities: https://t.e2ma.net/click/n7fol/jgkm8c/j0v0qc

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2. Review and approval of Full Council Meeting minutes

DRAFTNew York State Independent Living Council (NYSILC)Full Council MeetingSept 16, 2016Troy Hilton Garden Inn, Sage Ballroom9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Council Members Present: Denise DiNoto, Zach Garafalo, Sue Hoger (Chair), Shelley Klein, Lindsay Miller, Henry Nixon, Sue Ruff, Ann Scherff, Chad Underwood, Doug Usiak, Joe Bravo, Bob Gumson (ACCES-VR), Martin Abril, Robert Meek, Marc Rosen.

Present by Phone: Helen Fang, Roger Benn

Absent: Brett Eisenberg, Luis Gutierrez, Brian Daniels, Clifton Perez, Carla Lewis-Irizarry, Keith Gurgui, Edith Prentiss

NYSILC Staff Present: Brad Williams, Amy Wink, Erin Dwyer

Others Present: Lindsay Wickert, Aileen Martin, Aaron Baier, Crystal Rivera, Daniel Foster, Stephanie Woodward

Open Forum

Sue Ruff suggested having a representative from OASAS (Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services) come and speak to the council regarding addiction, incarceration, and disability. Some issues to be discussed would be alternatives to jail, reentry supports, crisis supports, and mobile crisis. This is an expanding issue that centers are faced with, and would be an important topic on which to have more information.

Mark Rosen pointed out that in Nassau and Suffolk counties there seems to be active opposition to improving addiction services.

Sue Hoger remarked that Duchess County was one of the last to receive a mobile crisis unit, and when they called they were told that mobile crisis did not begin work until 1 PM. This left the center with the difficult task of trying to resolve a crisis, and to figure out where to send the consumer when the crisis had passed.

Peer advocacy is a very important tool for those suffering from substance abuse and or mental health issues. This problem is likely to continue to grow and warrants the council’s attention.

Doug mentioned that the problem is bigger than what the IL council can adequately address. As a movement we have failed to offer cross disability representation into these various environments. However, in Western New York it has been useful to inject the Independent Living model into peer recipient activity, with representatives in the county hospital, the state psychiatric hospital, and the mental health court. Peers are assigned

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to the 24/7 crisis service, and there is a critical response team for individuals who have overdosed, working with mental health providers and the hospitals. As a network there should be greater representation in these areas.

Deb Kotter sent an email to Brad in which she asked about the coordination between the No Wrong Door program and SILCs. Sue Hoger stated that she has already responded to Deb Kotter on this matter.

Helen Fang would like to raise an issue for the next council meeting in November regarding the opportunities in Civil Service for open/competitive employment for people with disabilities. This is above and beyond what is available in the 55b&c programs.

Minutes

Full council minutes from April and June were reviewed and approved. Doug made a motion to approve the minutes, Joe seconded, and the motion was approved unanimously.

Executive Director’s Report – Brad Williams

Brad spent one day at the NCIL conference doing a panel discussion with colleagues on Lessons Learned under the State Plan and WIOA. This was followed by a talk on the Draft Standards and Indicators. Brad has also recorded two webinars for the IL Net. The first is on the 3-year SPIL cycle, and the second was on the SPIL Authorities. These are authorities that were allowed before 2005/2006, and they have now been reinstated. The SILC must include these authorities in an approved state plan in order to do them. Brad will attach these in the materials for the November council meeting, and summarize them for the council. The 2015 annual report was published online as is required in the contract.

The 2017-2019 SPIL has been approved with only one request for clarification, and without needing to make any changes to the document.

LDCEP: Larry with Liberteks continues to work on the Leadership Development/Civic Engagement website.

Erin Dwyer gave a brief update on the work she has been doing since being hired at NYSILC in July. The NYSILC website was reviewed for accessibility by My Blind Spot and recommendations were made to make the tutorial and the quiz more accessible. Erin has also been updating the NYSILC website and the meeting minutes, as well as working on the LDCEP with Amy, Brad, and Liberteks.

Amy Wink was recently hired as the Program Coordinator at NYSILC, and she gave an update of the projects she has been working on. This included the Consumer Satisfaction Survey, editing and simplified the methodology and the survey, and putting them on the website to make them easily accessible. The documents will be available in both English and Spanish, and will also be translated into Russian and Chinese. Amy has also been researching grant opportunities for the Leadership Development and Civic Engagement

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Program, and will be participating in the Leaders without Limits training academy in Houston.

There were no questions regarding the NYSILC quarterly report for April-June 2016.

Treasurer’s Report – Roger Benn

Quarterly Fiscal Report April—June 2016 is in the meeting packet. The 2017 annual budget reflects an increase to accommodate the cost of the new program coordinator position, and about $5000 a year for the consultant reports. The additional increase came from innovation and expansion funds from ACCES-VR.

Doug made a motion to accept the quarterly fiscal report, Denise seconded, and all approved.

Doug made a motion to approve the annual budget, Lindsey seconded, and all approved.

Executive Committee Report – Brad Williams

There were no questions regarding the executive committee meeting minutes in the packet. The vice chair vacancy was addressed by Brad. Sue Ruff was the only member interested in being the vice chair. Chad made a motion to nominate Sue Ruff to be the vice chair, Lindsay seconded, and all approved.

There will be a vote for the member-at-large position during the November council meeting. Doug Usiak indicated interest in the position.

There was an Inclusive Workforce Alliance (IWA) meeting on August 10, 2016 to discuss strategies for employment first. Brad, Chad, Meagan Schoeffling, and Frank Pennisi attended this meeting.

John Allen and his team are focusing in on Medicaid and Ticket to Work recipients because they are both quantifiable entities. Lindsay Miller mentioned that NYAIL is currently drafting a letter to the Governor regarding the need to focus on the implementation plan of Employment First. Brad gave his perspective on the recent meeting. He felt the IWA has shifted its focus away from the implementation plan and more toward the needs of the providers to help meet the overall goals. Chad agreed.

It was decided that NYSILC should write a letter separate from NYAIL’s letter to the Governor. The letters should be consistent but not identical.

ACCES-VR SRC: Chad Underwood

The final federal regulations for WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act) were released in August, and there will be a lot of work to make sure the state stays in compliance. ACCES continues to work with the department of labor and the combined state plan, implementing initiatives such as counselor assistance, and focusing on staff and youth throughout the state.

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Chad will need a replacement on the committee. Brad spoke to the importance and requirements of having someone on both councils. Someone on the council must consider taking the position. Brad will put out a note to all council members. Chad has said that the SRC meetings are a slightly bigger commitment than the NYSILC council.

ACCES-VR: Bob Gumson

The ACCES part of the processing of the IL center contract advanced payments is complete. The Systems Advocacy Network contracts are in the process of being executed. NYAIL has the list of all SSAN award recipients. Bob doubts that everyone will have an executed contract on October 1. NYSILC’s single-source contract is close to being finalized, with an MWBE component. Bob will also be tracking the advance on the NYSILC contract. Any unspent money in the state plan will be absorbed. This is due to ACCES-VR covering approximately $137,000 a year during the current plan due to sequestration. The fiscal unit has caught up with the difference and will monitor it going forward.

Bob had a discussion with Ray Pierce regarding the daunting task of WIOA. A Request for Proposal (RFP) will possibly be ready for release in January. Internal, SED approved RFP of $300,000,000 over 5 years, and includes all the new services under WIOA. Bob recommends meeting with Ray Pierce to talk about WIOA and the CRS at the next council meeting. ACCES youth employment initiative: Bob has not been able to get any clarity on the timeline of a youth RFP, open to all providers to target youth under WIOA that are in school systems. Bob has created a proposal floating in-house to do a large-scale peer mentoring program at the ILCs for disconnected, out of school, assistance-oriented youth. He does not know when this proposal will get the attention he’s hoping for. The way WIOA is written, we can use funds to provide mentor support for youth age 14-24, it’s just a matter of how it will be done.

The 2017 IL conference is in the state plan, and some of the single source money in the state plan will be used for participants and speakers.

Chad raised the NYSOFA (New York State Office for the Aging) NY Connects Grant, and should be considered along with WIOA and youth transition services, and with the other services provided by ILCs. It directly identified the ILC network. Bob covered that it mentioned other stakeholders.

Brad spoke regarding the letter to Brian Daniels from the Commission on the Blind. Brad asked if they intended to continue on the SILC, and Brian responded that they do not intend to continue with representation on the SILC. The Commission on the Blind will no longer be on the council agenda as of the November meeting.

Bob reported that the Commission on the Blind is very concerned that under WIOA they can no longer count someone who is reported as a homemaker to be engaged in competitive employment. This accounted for about 20% of the commission’s successful rehabilitations a year. Another concern for the Commission on the Blind is the issues in the Regent’s Committee on Disability in Higher Education. There is a Commission of the Blind representative on the committee. There is no organization of the blind

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representative, which is concerning to the blind public, because it can often mean that issues for the blind in higher education are not begin addressed.

Doug then asked how the fact that the Commission on the Blind has chosen not to have a representative on the SILC impacts program development under Part B for the older blind. Brad answered that it “remains to be seen” as the effects of WIOA become more apparent and are worked through.

Report and Program Evaluation on the Youth Forum/Pat Figueroa Grants, Youth/Young Adult Sponsorships

The council heard from several of the people who have recently benefited from the Pat Figueroa Youth/Young Adult Sponsorships.

Aaron Baier: Youth have been encouraged to use the scholarships for Washington trips in July, NYAIL Legislative days, and the Youth Power! Annual Leadership Forum. Aaron feels the results of the sponsorship have been positive. He has seen people grow and enhance their work in advocacy, and it has brought new people into the agency and put them to work as volunteers. The process is smooth, flexible and helpful.

Stephanie Woodward, RCIL-CDR: Receiving the Figueroa sponsorship helped her attend the NCIL conference, and kept her grounded in disability rights at a time when she did not have the money to participate without the grant. The experience has helped her professionally, and as a student in law school. Receiving the Corey Rowley National Advocacy Award was made possible by continuing to go to NCIL, and continuing to learn. RCIL youth gave a presentation on the youth group they created, and how it helped them. This assisted other groups across the nation to build youth groups.

Lindsi Wickert: Youth Transition Coordinator in Troy, NY. The scholarship helped bring two young people to the NCIL conference this year. The experience was eye-opening, inspiring, and community building. Lindsey recommended making the sponsorships more visible, so that more people will know about and take advantage of them.

Zach read a statement from Melanie Hecker: Melanie is an advocate for Youth Power. Melanie found the experience and learning at the NCIL conference eye-opening and inspiring. She shared many specific examples of learning opportunities at the conference.

Emily Ladau spoke through a video message: Emily has recently put in a proposal for a Figueroa sponsorship for travel to NCIL board meetings. Emily did an internship at the Suffolk Independent Living Organization, and she’s been involved in the disability advocacy and independent living movement for years. She has devoted her life to disability both personally and with her career. She was voted the first youth-at-large on the NCIL board, and this is why she needs the Figueroa sponsorship, as she must fund her way to the quarterly board meetings. Emily suggested that it would be beneficial to grant scholarships on a sliding scale, based on the needs of the person, and the cost of the specific event.

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Zach Garafalo: Zach found out about the Figueroa sponsorship a few years ago, and it allowed him to go to the NCIL conference for the first time. Zach believes it’s the connections that are made that make the events and the funding so valuable. It allows people to bring the inspiration and learning home into local communities. It helps people to recognize that they are not alone in their struggle, but they are part of a greater movement for justice and equality. The ability for a few people to go to NCIL conference would not have been possible without the Pat Figueroa sponsorship.

The council was then invited to ask questions of those who have received sponsorship. Doug had question regarding the purpose of the evaluation, in order to narrow down the specific focus of the evaluation, and the testimonies of those who have received the benefit of a Figueroa sponsorship. Brad stated that it was standard evaluation that the council does at the September meeting of a selected program or objective. The questions looked at the value of the program, its continuation, and how it might be improved. The issue of how to increase awareness of the program was also raised, and whether or not there are expectations of recipients to give back in some way. Brad answered that the media consultant will come up with a strategy to better promote the sponsorship. Recipients of the sponsorship are encouraged to participate on the youth leadership subcommittee, and then potentially serve on the council at a later date. Bob asked the sponsorship recipients about the workshops and networking they engaged in during the NCIL conference, and each person responded with specific events in which they had the opportunity to engage. Those who attended the conference spoke to the value of meeting people in person, and engaging in face to face learning.

Lunch

Facilitate Discussion on Two Topics:

1. Youth transition and funding, with consideration of 5th core services.

Brad discussed the letter that was written as directed by the council to Kevin Smith at ACCES-VR regarding the changes due to WIOA, prioritizing youth and employment, and the recognition of 5th core services related to youth transition for CILs. The letter asked if ACCES-VR intends to collaborate on youth transition projects. Kevin Smith responded, and the letter is also in the packet.

Doug responded that the letter from Kevin Smith did not answer the question being asked by the council, which was regarding the possibility to continue to engage in a dialogue pertaining to youth transition projects. Doug would like to see a more proactive response from ACCES-VR to meet, talk, and design possible programs.

Bob responded with some history of trying to collaborate with ACCES-VR, and the limitations of those efforts. He believes there is a lot of opportunity that is not being used.

Chad discussed the possibility of writing a letter that would encourage IL centers to get in touch with the Regents to educate them on the activities of the centers. He brought up the question of whether a separate letter from NYSILC would be positive and effective. Lindsay Miller stated that she believed a separate letter from NYSILC to the

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Board of Regents, in addition to the letter from NYAIL, would be effective regarding the youth initiative, the role of IL, and how they’d like to see the State Department of Education engaged. NYSILC and NYAIL would like to see a more collaborative approach with the ACCES-VR committee within the Board of Regents, and ACCES-VR as the unit within State Department of Education and Independent Living.

Chad made a motion to have a letter drafted to the Board of Regents. Motion was seconded by Sue Ruff. Sue Ruff summarized many instances of frustration in making progress in this area.Joe Bravo commented that the frustration with ACCES has been going on for decades. He agreed that the letter must be written, as well as keeping communications open with Kevin Smith and Deborah Brown-Johnson from ACCES. He would like to see the letter have a positive, upbeat tone regarding the work that can be done if ACCES and the ILs will find a way to collaborate. Sue responded that the IL network need to present themselves as partners and collaborators with ACCES-VR, willing to help accomplish necessary work.

Motion: ChadSecond: Sue RuffAbstain: Roger BennMotion Approved

2. Draft SILC Standards and Indicators, Brad Williams:

The time for SILCs and the community to comment on the draft standards and indicators has passed. We provided comment. CILs have long had S & Is. SILCs are just getting to their formulation. The first column refers to the law, and the second column is the standards, the third column is the indicators. This is a draft, and they are subject to change. SILC membership reflects IL philosophy. Under different standards there are indicators for recruiting applicants, candidates for appointment to the SILC, yearly training for the members including orientation, codes of ethical behavior, assessment to the SILC training needs for the new SILC technical assistance center, sound fiscal personnel policies and procedures, and controls for the budget and allocation of funds consistent with the priorities. Other standards are as spelled out in the document. This document also determines which CILs are eligible to sign the State Plan.

There was discussion over the rules of who has to sign off on the SPIL. Only the federal CILs currently sign the SPIL as state plan partners. Other centers can participate in the process.

Many of the Standards and Indicators are already being implemented by NYSILC. When the S&Is become finalized, we will develop a manual to document our compliance.

There were no questions on the Draft SILC Standards and Indicators.

Committees and Subcommittees

SPIL Committee, Sue Hoger:

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The ACL has notified us of approval of the SPIL for FY 2017-2019.

Consumer Satisfaction, Brad Williams:

The language translations are underway. Final documents will be posted to the website when they are complete. The Survey-Monkey links will be available in all of the chosen languages. There will be a late October committee meeting for an update on progress. VOIP will also be considered to help translate the survey to the deaf population.

Public Policy, Shelley Klein:

Minutes from the June meeting are in the packet, there was another meeting earlier in the week. SPIL evaluation was discussed in that meeting with Alan Krieger, the SSAN objective, and the ways that measurements are addressed per outcome. Time was also spent on the post-election survey questions. Minor adjustments were made and Brad will be contacting pollsters for estimates on the work.

Chad asked for an update on the public policy agenda, looking forward to legislative action days. Brad answered that since the public policy agenda is a three year. It is ready to go and just needs to be reviewed on an annual basis with adjustments

Youth Leadership, Zach Garafalo:

NCIL was the main event of the summer, but it is necessary to try to build the committee up from its current nine core members. There are areas in the state such as Syracuse, New York City, and Rochester, where further recruitment is necessary.

Emergency Preparedness, Sue Ruff:

Committee meeting is next week. Amy Wink has given the committee information on the new Center for Emergency Preparedness on the State Office Campus in Albany. It is important to make sure that the building is 100% accessible. The committee would also like to encourage people with disabilities to participate in emergency preparedness training. Dave Whalen has been busy with training in Westchester, Suffolk and Broome. He will be using people from the ILC as part of his core advisory group. The fire department in NYC asked for and received a proposal from him for a training program for all personnel. He is meeting with the NYS association of county this week, and is pushing them to provide regular training on the ADA. The Department of Health has reached out to the IL community to include them in their training and planning. People must reach out to their counties to be sure that the disability community is being included in training and planning.

The operation center bunker in the basement of the Center for Emergency Preparedness on the State Campus is not known to be accessible, and that needs to be checked into.

The Database Workgroup: Roger Benn

There is a meeting with ACCES-VR on 9/20, and the database is a main item of discussion. The work group will be addressing the next steps for this project.

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Recruitment, Brad Williams:

Meeting again next week with ACCES-VR, recommending four new individuals for appointment to the council, along with three reappointments.

Outreach – Roger Benn

The committee is very active, and includes the Pat Figueroa sponsorships. The capacity projects are approaching year three, and an email needs to be drafted reminding them of their responsibilities going into the last year. This includes the how-to manuals. An ad-hoc committee needs to be formed to review and finalize the general guidelines of the how-to manuals, the content and questions, and how they will be distributed and archived. There are several people on the council interested in being on the ad-hoc committee: Brad, Doug, Bob, Brett, Sue H., and Ann Scherff.

Motion to Adjourn: Bob, Seconded Lindsay, passed unanimously.

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3. Executive Director’s reportA. Significant issues/2016 major goals and deliverables (July-September 2016)

SILC Consulting : Brad will present with Ann McDaniel of the West Virginia SILC at SILC Congress 2017 in a two-part session on the SILC Authorities.

Annual Website Hits : As part of contract deliverables, NYSILC reported 394,230 total website hits for the year. This represents about a 30% increase from last year’s website hits. 15% of the total hits came from individuals from other counties (meaning 85% came from hits within the United States). The top ten hits from other countries include: Russian Federation 9,068, Brazil 7,324, and the Ukraine 7,235. Statistics provided by IT vendor via Google analytics.

My Blind Spot : Brad had a follow up meeting with My Blind Spot on the work and cost required to remedy the access issues related to the IL history and philosophy tutorial. The total cost was presented at $9,250 to be completed with a month (over $300 an hour/no negotiation on price). Brad is going to compared this to work new vendor ES11 proposes for the work (they have indicated expertise in this area). He will report back to the Executive Committee.

SILC-Net PPT “On-demand” Presentations:o The 3-Year SPIL Cycle: https://t.e2ma.net/click/n7fol/jgkm8c/zsw0qco SILC Authorities: https://t.e2ma.net/click/n7fol/jgkm8c/j0v0qc

Major Goals/Deliverables for 2016

SPIL Development/Approval 2017-2019 – Successfully completed. New SPIL starts 10/1/16.

Consumer Satisfaction Survey Process for Next Cycle – Alternative language translation completed in Spanish, Russian and Chinese. Update to gender question. In process of posting updated materials to webpage. First memo sent out to the network. Second memo due out in early November. See NYSILC consumer satisfaction webpage, http://nysilc.org/index.php/consumer-satisfaction. Ongoing 2017.

Database Workgroup Project – Details during the committee report, however next steps to be worked out at the upcoming NYSILC ACCES-VR meeting 9/20/16. Ongoing 2017.

LDCEP/Campaign – Cancelled work with Liberteks - replaced with ES11 regarding website design. Working on draft webinars. Will be working with our current vendors on marketing plan, media and evaluation. Amy has submitted preliminary grant requests/applications. Ongoing 2017.

WIOA Regulations/Roll Out – Waiting to see how ACL responds to draft IL regulation comments. Draft SILC Standards & Indicators (S & I) will follow. Ongoing 2017.

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4. Treasurer’s ReportA. Draft Quarterly Fiscal Report

NYSILC Statement of Revenue and ExpendituresNov 2016 FC Meeting

  YTD2015-

16 ACCES

Jul-Sept 2016 Budget

Oct 15-Sept 16

$ Varian

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% Varian

ceBudge

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tREVENUE

ACCES Contract 117,043 372,671 369,261 -3,410372,67

1372,67

1Fee for Service 750 1,300 2,750 1,450 1,300Donations Unrestricted 0 5,000 2,475 -2,525 5,000Donations Restricted 0 0 0 0 0Other Rent Income 625 2,500 2,500 0 2,500Interest Income 11 0 60 60 0Misc. income 0 0 1,658 1,658 0  

Total Revenue 118,429 381,471 378,703 -2,768 -1%381,47

1372,67

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EXPENSES

Salaries and wages 39,682 139,555 136,237 -3,318139,55

5139,55

5Employee benefits/taxes 10,221 41,776 41,620 -156 41,776 41,776

Subtotal, Compensation Costs 49,903 181,331 177,857 -3,474 -2%

181,331

181,331

Rent 7,445 31,523 27,236 -4,287 31,523 31,523Telephone 1,851 10,613 8,268 -2,345 10,613 10,613Office supplies 396 5,200 1,576 -3,624 5,200 5,200Contractual Services 25,563 13,954 43,728 29,774 13,954 13,954Printing & postage 602 2,227 2,109 -118 2,227 2,227Travel expenses 2,900 10,612 9,090 -1,522 10,612 10,612Transportation 2,478 9,550 8,674 -876 9,550 9,550Insurance 1,004 6,668 3,966 -2,702 6,668 6,668Dues/Subscription/Sponsorships 1,075 3,396 2,057 -1,339 3,396 3,396Interest/bank charges 300 0 809 809 0 0Purchased services 14,382 54,933 54,876 -57 54,933 54,933SILC/SPIL meeting expenses 7,623 34,253 28,105 -6,148 34,253 34,253Project Costs 2,116 5,000 4,616 -384 5,000 5,000Equipment 3,495 3,411 3,495 84 3,411 3,411Miscellaneous 331 0 995 995 0 0

Subtotal, OTPS 71,561 191,340 199,599 8,259 4%191,34

0191,34

0

Total Expenses 121,464 372,671 377,456 4,785 1%372,67

1372,67

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Net Revenue -3,035 8,800 1,248 -7,552 8,800 0

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Notes:The ACCES-VR contract was underspent for the year by $3,410 largely due to $3,318 in salary that could not be optioned due to restrictions with the budget modification. Donations $2,525 less than projected, but offset by an increase in fee for service revenue which was $1,450 more than anticipated. For the quarter, expenditures ($121,464) exceeded revenue ($118,429) by -$3,035. This reflects the final quarter spend down activity. For the entire contract year, revenues ($378,703) exceeded expenditures ($377,456) by +1,248. Contractual services over budget due to realignments especially for the technical writer services. Note bank interest and miscellaneous.

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4. Treasurer’s ReportB. Finance Committee minutes

Finance CommitteeOctober 19, 20161:00 PM

Committee Members Present:  Brad Williams, Lindsay Miller

The draft NYSILC Quarterly Fiscal Report July–September 2016 was reviewed. It will have to be reviewed and approved at the November 4, 2016 NYSILC full council meeting. The ACCES-VR contract was underspent for the year by $3,410 largely due to $3,318 in salary that could not be optioned due to restrictions with the budget modification. Donations $2,525 less than projected, but offset by an increase in fee for service revenue which was $1,450 more than anticipated. For the quarter, expenditures ($121,464) exceeded revenue ($118,429) by -$3,035. This reflects the final quarter spend down activity. For the entire contract year, revenues ($378,703) exceeded expenditures ($377,456) by +1,248. Contractual services over budget due to realignments especially for the technical writer services. Note bank interest and miscellaneous.

The SEFCU savings account for the September statement was reviewed. Brad accounted for the $9,268 withdrawal addressing: Liberteks payment of $3,500, ES11 payment of $4,110 (new vendor), and an adjustment for travel reimbursement of $1,658. The last item was related to Brad’s SILC Congress consultation. The combined check came with travel reimbursement. It had to be separated and sent back to the general fund since travel was originally expensed through ACCES-VR.

The other two checks related to the Leadership Development and Civic Engagement Program (LDCEP) website development. Originally, go ahead was given with Liberteks for the website development at $10,000. We had a 10 year positive and productive working history with the vendor. Liberteks was aware of the LDCEP from conception and was adamant that we needed “a comprehensive tool set in order to build and engage a community.” We agreed upon an advocacy engine tool called the Action Network (AN). They were against a stand-alone website and believed they could build what we wanted within the AN platform. Well, after investing several hours, it did not work. We were very unsatisfied. I made the decision to cease the activity and work. They justified their work in billable hours to the check issued.

Since we obtain quotes from other vendors, we immediately went with the next best vendor, ES11 and partner Rocco Semeraro. In a comparison of the two, Liberteks cost $10,000, was projected to take 9 months, included training, and was designed to be a comprehensive tool set built around the AN platform site. ES11 costs $8,220, will take 3 months, includes training, and is designed to be an interactive website with a landing page. It also includes ongoing maintenance. The net loss sustained is $1,720 ($8,220 + $3,500 = $11,720 - $10,000 projected budget = $1,720).

In an email question before the meeting, a question was asked about the NYSILC contract advance and our current cash flow. The following answer was provided: NYSILC

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is $27,000 into its line of credit. ACCES-VR needs to move on our contract advance which is $108,485. The fiscal unit is examining how to best do this because the Part B funds don’t all come in at once (they come in twice a year). I emailed Bob who emailed the fiscal unit that, under the new SPIL for this contract advance, our new annual contract amount of $433,942 consists of $325,457 in Part B funds and $64,593 in I & E funds. I suggested that our contract advance should consist of some kind of split of these funds. This will provide them with some flexibility. I am waiting to hear back and will follow up with them on Monday.5. Executive Committee Report

A. Executive Committee meeting minutes

Executive CommitteeSeptember 9, 201611:00am

Members Present: Brad Williams, Bob Gumson, Roger Benn, Sue Ruff, Zach Garafalo

Minutes from the past meeting were approved. Sue Hoger was not present, but Brad relayed that as chair of the committee she had a conversation with Alan Krieger regarding the objectives for NYSILC, and that will be discussed in the next meeting.

Committee members discussed a confidential matter. The group decided to get more information about the situation before making a decision.

At the full council meeting later this month, there will be a youth forum discussion at 11 am, where the opportunity to expand youth transition and funding will be discussed. After lunch will be a discussion of two issues: 1) youth transition impacted by WIOA and 2) a review of draft SILC Standards & Indicators.

Brad has a meeting with ACCES-VR on 9/20/16 to discuss several items. The primary topics will be the review of council appointees and next steps for the database project.

The State Plan has been approved, and the contract has been sent for signature to the State Education Department contract unit. Once NYSILC receives a signed copy of the 3-year contract, the advance payment will take around 2-4 weeks. It is likely that the MWBE requirement won’t apply this cycle because the contract was approved as a “sole source” versus a “single source.”

Slater matter: The lawyer specializing in collections reviewed the case and will work on the issue. If they feel they have a decent chance of collecting, the fee will be a percentage. If they feel they will not be able to collect, they’ll charge a flat fee upfront, with a smaller percentage of the collected amount.

The spenddown is coming to an end by 9/30/16. It is around $2,000 and close to what was projected.

It was discussed that there may be money left over from previous SPILs, but Bob explained that any extra funds will likely be absorbed by budget deficits that exist due to the sequester. We should eventually request an accounting of this to know where we

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stand with the $137,000 a year for three years so we will know when unexpended funds will resume.

Official word was given from ACL that the 2017-2019 SPIL was approved. It was unusual to have such a quick approval of the SPIL without having to make any changes to the document.

LDCEP- There is a meeting with Larry from Liberteks next week in which we will discuss the progress of the content, and what needs to be done next. Amy Krebs has worked on the proposal and is looking for potential funders. Erin Dwyer has been working on the logo/branding for the LDCEP Power Point documents.

The Consumer Satisfaction Survey will be translated into a language other than English and Spanish. Based on feedback from centers, NYSILC will also get the materials translated in Russian and Chinese. Quotes for having the documents translated in all three languages have ranged between $700 and $900. After the new contract year in October, this work can begin and be made available on the Consumer Satisfaction webpage.The meeting is adjourned.

Executive Committee October 14, 201611:00 AM

Members Present: Brad Williams, Sue Hoger, Sue Ruff, Bob Gumson

The committee is waiting to find out if Zach Garafalo is still interested in being the ACCES-VR SRC liaison. It is a significant time commitment. He needs to confirm with work. We will need to check in with him and possibly raise at the 11/4/16 council meeting. General Counsel Robert Kent will be the Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) presenter for the next full council meeting. Brad is also waiting to hear from Ray Pierce for another discussion at 11 AM as an update on Core Rehabilitation Service (CRS) RFP opportunities for providers. Robert Kent will have a framework of the topics that the council wants to learn about. A question and answer period will follow. Sue Ruff suggested that council members bring questions with them in order to better participate in the discussion. Brad discussed the successful completion of the letters to the NYS Regents (request for a meeting to discuss resource for the network to address youth transition) and the Governor (addressing the need to take action related to Employment First). A similar letter was sent out from NYAIL to the Governor related to Employment First on the same day. No responses yet from either party.

The database project has a timeline that includes conceptual planning throughout 2017. NYSILC will work with Jeremy McGowan Enterprises within the defined budget and timeline. The work will be completed within two years (2018-2019). Jeremy recommends a portal page where the centers can insert information in a user-friendly manner. This is

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something that will need to be discussed further within the database workgroup. This is a departure from the concept of interfaces which have to be created each time a center changes their databases. In addition, it has been requested that the current state data and reporting system be incorporated into this database to reduce duplication. This concept will need to be introduced, the fields will need to be compared, and a new set will need to be agreed upon. The committee may need to be expanded to enhance the current active members with new interest individuals.

The final executed 3-year NYSILC contract has not been received. Bob will make inquiries at ACCES-VR regarding its status and when the advance contract payment might become available. Brad is working with the lawyers on the Slater matter – Marinstein & Marinstein. They are charging $600, $300 of which may be returned if the lawyers do not use it, for contingency fees. Otherwise, any restitution funds obtained are subject to a one-third collection fee. We get two-thirds.

The spenddown was successful and our financial position will be reflected in the final quarter fiscal report which is the yearend report.

At SILC Congress, Brad will be presenting on the SILC authorities with Ann McDaniel. It will be held in mid-January 2017 in Phoenix, Arizona. Brad would like Amy and Erin to go to the training, along with a council member. This will be included in the council agenda to allow for discussion on who the council would like to attend the event.

Brad had to change direction with the LDCEP vendor. Liberteks has been dismissed, and ES11 was hired to design the website. We had a 10 year positive and productive work history with Liberteks. Unfortunately, the work they insisted we needed to be successful “a comprehensive tool set to engage a community” was doing was not what we wanted. They were not listening to our needs and they initial product that they developed for us around the Action Network was inadequate.

The Liberteks estimate was for a total of $10,000, the initial $3500 is a loss. ES11 came in at $8220, which includes a yearly maintenance contract, and will have the work completed in three months. They are looking at an interactive website with a landing page (possibly www.ldcep.org). The net loss is about $1780, but the new vendor will finish it faster and it includes training and yearly support and maintenance. Erin and Amy agreed that it was difficult to understand what Larry from Liberteks was trying to accomplish.

Brad had invited Martin Abril to join the Executive Committee call based on his attendance as the NYSILC representative at the ADAPT Youth Summit in early August. Brad confirmed Martin’s attendance on today’s call at 11:15 AM by email confirmation and via telephone. Martin never called into the conference call.

Brad and Martin have had a couple of serious discussions regarding Martin’s failure to attend the full day’s activities at the ADAPT Youth Summit. This was expressed to him by another attendee and the host (CDR). The Executive Committee had a previous discussion about this and then postponed talking about this at the September full council

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meeting believing it would be better to talk about it in a more private setting. Members discussed the matter further. This included discussions and positions made at the September Executive Committee meeting. Sue Ruff moved to remove Martin Abril from the council, and Sue Hoger seconded. With previous positions, the motion was approved.

The consumer satisfaction survey proceeding well. Translation of survey materials into alternative languages have taken place (Spanish, Russian, and Chinese). They will eventually be posted on the survey webpage. In addition, the gender question needs to be revisited to be more inclusive, instead of just male, female, or other. This may include transgender, gender neutral, and choose not to answer, among other possibilities.

The Fair Labor Standards Act has brought up a few issues with the personnel policies, but according to NYCON, if you are a non-profit with an operating budget less than $500,000 per year, you are exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act changes. Sue agreed. We will need to monitor the situation going forward.

The meeting is adjourned.

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5. Executive Committee ReportC. Update and discussion about youth transition letter to Regents and

EmploymentFirst letter to the Governor See attached letters

[NYSILC logo]

October 3, 2016

Chancellor Betty A. RosaNew York State Education Department89 Washington AvenueBoard of Regents, Room 110 EBAlbany, New York 12234

Dear Chancellor Rosa:

On behalf of the New York State Independent Living Council, Inc. (NYSILC), I am writing to introduce the council and to request a meeting with the Regents to discuss longer-term resource options for the Independent Living (IL) network in the area of youth transition, vocational, employment and related services.

First, the New York SILC is an independent, nonprofit state council mandated by the Federal Rehabilitation Act, as amended. NYSILC’s primary responsibility is to work with Centers for Independent Living (CILs) as state partners to develop, monitor, and evaluate New York’s three-year Statewide Plan for Independent Living (SPIL). The contracts for Independent Living are administered through ACCES-VR.

Second, states have been responding to the changes and impact created by the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). As a result, greater attention is being placed on youth and employment in the vocational rehabilitation system. In addition, CILs now have a fifth core service related to transition, the third element of which relates to youth transition to postsecondary life.

NYSILC believes that these “WIOA impacts” create an opportunity for ACCES-VR and the statewide Independent Living network to meet about ways to collaborate around this important issue, including specific funding strategies based on the unique services the centers have to offer to serve the target population and meet their needs.

However, to date, the funding opportunities in this important area have typically been short-term, demonstration projects offered to a few centers at a time. We would like to have a discussion with the Regents to present youth transition service options and then get feedback about longer-term resource options to sustain the activity for the IL network in this area.

Thank you for this opportunity to introduce the council, identify an issue of mutual concern, and request a meeting with the Regents to discuss longer-term resource

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options for the IL network in the area of youth transition, vocational, employment and related services.

We look forward to meeting with the NYS Regents and discussing this critical issue of mutual importance for our youth with disabilities transitioning out of schools. I can be reached at: NYSILC, 111 Washington Avenue, Suite 101, Albany, NY 12210, (518) 427-1060 X5, or bradw@nysilc.org.

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Respectfully,

Brad WilliamsExecutive Director

Cc: Vice Chancellor T. Andrew BrownRegent James R. Tallon, Jr.Regent Roger TillesRegent Lester W. Young, Jr. Regent Christine D. CeaRegent Wade S. Norwood Regent Kathleen M. CashinRegent James E. CottrellRegent Josephine Victoria Finn Regent Judith Chin Regent Beverly L. OuderkirkRegent Catherine CollinsRegent Judith Johnson Regent Nan Eileen MeadRegent Elizabeth S. Hakanson Regent Luis O. ReyesSusan J. Hoger, NYSILC ChairKevin G. Smith, Deputy Commissioner, ACCES-VRDeborah Brown-Johnson, Assistant Commissioner, ACCES-VRFrank Coco, ACCES-VRRaymond Pierce, ACCES-VRRobert Gumson, ACCES-VR

[NYSILC logo]

October 3, 2016

The Honorable Andrew M. CuomoGovernor of New York StateNYS State Capitol BuildingAlbany, NY 12224

Dear Governor Cuomo:

On behalf of the New York State Independent Living Council, Inc. (NYSILC), I am writing about Executive Order # 136. This order created an Employment First policy and made competitive, integrated employment for New Yorkers with disabilities a priority. The Employment First Commission (EFC) was authorized to meet, hold public forums, and create a report with recommendations on how to address an endemic problem for people with disabilities. On page 3 of the EFC’s Report and Recommendations, March 1, 2015, it states, “The composite picture of a working age adult with a disability in New York is an individual who is more likely unemployed, with no more than a high school education, living in poverty, and dependent on government benefits.”

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The report was published with a specific timeline for implementation of these recommendations. It has now been 18 months since its publication, and the vast majority of the recommendations remain unimplemented.

According to statistics found on the disability compendium website (www.disabilitycompendium.org), working-aged New Yorkers with disabilities have slightly increased in population to just above 1.1 million (1,106,507), as their employment rate has also increased slightly to 33.6%. At the same time, the poverty rate decreased to 29.8%, while the median annual earnings gap increased by a thousand dollars to $12,221. Meanwhile, the full-time, year-round employment rate of working age New Yorkers with disabilities is a mere 18.8%. The bottom line: things have pretty much remained the same for working-aged New Yorkers with disabilities - and their needs continue to be ignored.

Today, fully two years after the signing of EO # 136, we are at a turning point. We ask for your action to address these important issues for our peers:

We call upon you as Governor to recognize the need (described above) of the 1.1 million working-aged New Yorkers with disabilities as being a significant priority.

Identify this priority need and issue in your State of the State address and articulate strategies of how you will empower and employ working-aged New Yorkers with disabilities.

Actively support the Employment First Policy you created. o Currently, there is no searchable web trace of the EFC’s Report and

Recommendations, March 1, 2015. The only link you will find is NYSILC’s posting of the report. As Governor, we ask that you “own” the report by prominently posting it on your website and make a commitment to its full implementation.

o Fully support integrated, competitive employment. New Yorkers with disabilities must earn minimum wage or higher for integrated work options in the community. The 2016 Democratic Party Platform identified the following on the subject in the section to Raise Incomes and Restore Economic Security for the Middle Class: “We also support creating one fair wage for all workers by ending the sub-minimum wage for tipped workers and people with disabilities.”1 Further, the states of Maryland and New Hampshire have made subminimum wage illegal.2

Currently, you have limited staff and resources assigned to implement the EFC’s recommendations listed in the Executive Summary - Appendix A of the report. It relies on small percentages of time from a few state workers who eventually get to Employment First work after addressing their primary duties. The timeframes for all recommendations have elapsed. As Governor, please dedicate significant

1 2016 Democratic Party Platform, pg. 4 (last sentence, first paragraph)https://www.demconvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Democratic-Party-Platform-7.21.16-no-lines.pdf

2 Maryland to Become The Second State To Guarantee Fair Minimum Wage For Workers With Disabilities, ThinkProgress, 4/20/16, by Corey Herro, https://thinkprogress.org/maryland-to-become-the-second-state-to-guarantee-fair-minimum-wage-for-workers-with-disabilities-a5e44cbda84f#.1ozuiwvxr

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staff and resources to effectively implement the Employment First recommendations in Appendix A of the report.

Currently, the work that is being discussed and addressed related to Appendix A in the report has to be reprioritized. Limited time and capacity has steered efforts to the Business Leadership Network and cultural modeling. However, advocates and peers want to see progress on several of the other recommendations identified in the report, such as:

o A disability tax credit/automated process (specifically, a cross disability, small business tax credit).

o Disability as a minority in the MWBE state procurement program.o MBI-WPD online application/increased utilization.o Reinstated 55b coordinator.o Policy for regional economic business councils/targeted disability

employment and business.o Medicaid service to support benefits advisement.o Youth/young adult strategies.o Rural transportation tax credit.o Implementation of MRT recommendations.

Finally, successful implementation of the Employment First Plan will allow the state to evaluate the impact of the collective recommendations. This will include the overall progress on the goals to increase the employment rate by 5% and decrease the poverty rate by 5%. Strategies can then be re-formulated for a new Employment First Plan with a greater impact.

I look forward to hearing from your office about Employment First and providing working-aged, disabled New Yorkers with the opportunities they deserve. Thank you in advance for your timely action regarding this urgent matter.

Brad WilliamsExecutive Director NYSILC

cc: Paul Francis, Deputy Secretary for HealthRose Duhan, Assistant Secretary for HealthRoger Bearden, General Counsel, OPWDDJohn Allen, Special Assistant to the Commissioner, OMH

[NYAIL logo]

October 3, 2016

The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo Governor of New York NYS State Capitol Albany, NY 12224

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The New York Association on Independent Living (NYAIL) is a statewide, not-for-profit membership association created by and composed of Independent Living Centers across New York State. Independent Living Centers are unique disability-led, cross-disability, locally administered not-for-profit organizations, providing advocacy and supports to assist people with disabilities of all ages to live independently and fully integrated in their communities. We thank you for making New York an Employment First State by issuing Executive Order # 136 to create an Employment First policy. NYAIL fully supports the recommendations included in the Employment First Commission’s report, which your administration committed to enacting. However, we have been extremely frustrated by the lack of progress the State has made to date in implementing the vast majority of the recommendations in that report. Several of the recommendations included in the report had existing legislation in place at the time of the report’s issuance, and thus could have been advanced immediately following. Implementation must not be delayed any longer. We are writing to urge you to include Employment First priorities in the 2017-18 Executive Budget.

The overall goal of the State’s Employment First policy is to decrease poverty among New Yorkers with disabilities by 5% and to increase employment of people with disabilities by a commensurate 5%. This goal, if met, would demonstrate real progress for the status of people with disabilities in New York. Currently, working-age people with disabilities in the State have a 31.6% employment rate, resulting in an employment gap between people with and without disabilities of 41.1% (Disability Status ADA 25, Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York, 2015). The poverty rate for people with disabilities in New York State is 17% higher than for nondisabled New Yorkers. Such high levels of unemployment and poverty within our community impacts all areas of life, including our overall health, as recognized by your administration in the creation of the Medicaid Redesign Team’s Social Determinants of Health workgroup.

While we support all of the recommendations laid out in the Employment First Commission’s report, we believe the below priorities will achieve some of the most substantial results. We strongly urge you to include the following priorities in the 2017-18 Executive Budget:

Establish a small business tax credit for New Yorkers with disabilities. The Employment First Report included a recommendation to expand the Developmental Disability Tax Credit to include all disabilities. This is a solid proposal which we believe would help incentivize the hiring of people with a wide range of disabilities. However, we believe that a similar proposal would be preferable as an incentive to the hiring of people with disabilities by the business community. We propose that the State create a cross-disability tax credit, geared toward small businesses, as laid out in A5513/S4093 of 2016.

There are a few key differences between the current developmental disability tax credit and the proposed small business tax credit. First, the small business tax credit is more generous toward employers, providing a tax credit of $5,000 to small businesses that hire a full time person with a disability. Additionally, this proposed legislation uses the definition for disability that is used by the NYS Division of Human Rights. The developmental disabilities tax credit offers a smaller tax credit and is contingent upon individuals working with OPWDD.

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Targeting small businesses for a more generous tax credit makes sense. The Small Business Administration in its Fact Sheet states that small business has accounted for 66% of all new net jobs in this country since 1970. With this in mind, a small business cross-disability tax credit to promote private sector hiring of people with disabilities is desirable. In this proposal, the tax credit would apply to businesses with 100 employees or less. The tax credit is provided when a small business hires a full-time employee with a disability (35 hours per week) for twelve months. Small businesses that qualify will receive a $5,000 tax credit per person with a disability hired - not to exceed a maximum credit of $25,000. This proposal would simplify the process for employers, because it would have a set tax credit, require a shorter length of time for the worker to be on the job for the employer to be eligible for the credit, and, by using the Human Rights Law definition of disability, bypasses lengthy certification processes so the employer is able to realize the tax credits in a timelier manner.

Include disability as a minority in the MWBE program. The State needs to encourage self-employment business opportunities by including New Yorkers with disabilities in the State procurement program. Peers could have businesses certified in the Minority and Women Business Enterprise process under a “disability” minority classification. This is not intended to increase the current state procurement participation requirements, but would allow disability-owned businesses to participate in the existing program under a new classification, as laid out in A.2910/S.2342 of 2016.

The MWBE program was intended to level the playing field for marginalized populations. Since people with disabilities have such high unemployment, it makes sense for the State to include them in this program. We understand there is pushback from within the legislature to expand eligibility for this program. We look to your leadership to make this a reality in New York by including this proposal in the Budget.

Hire a 55 b/c Statewide Coordinator to oversee more aggressive utilization of the program. Part of the cultural modeling recommendations made in the Employment First Commission’s report, is the proposal to strengthen the 55-b program by including individuals in 55-b positions on canvassing lists and reinstating the position of 55-b Coordinator.

The NYS Department of Civil Service’s Section 55-b/c program, under which people with disabilities can qualify for State positions without taking the civil service test, has been underutilized and misunderstood for too long. This program should be heavily promoted, including through an established network of entities which help people with disabilities find employment. Lists of currently open 55-b/c designated positions and positions which could be 55-b/c designated should be circulated regularly throughout the network and included on canvassing lists within State government. In addition, all State agencies should be strongly encouraged to utilize Section 55-b/c to fill vacancies.

Although the Department of Civil Service’s website has recently made the 55-b/c section clearer, there still needs to be an easier to understand step-by-step guide on how to move through the process, from the application to how to find job openings or

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vacancies that could be designated as 55-b/c eligible. To promote cultural modelling within the State, we urge you to include the position of 55-B Coordinator in this year’s Budget proposal. The coordinator of the program should be a qualified person with a disability. The reinstatement of the 55B Coordinator will help to ensure that State agencies are implementing this appropriately and hiring people who qualify for 55B.

Increase utilization of the Medicaid Buy-In for Working People with Disabilities (MBI-WPD). New York should move forward with integrating the MBI-WPD program into the online New York State of Health application portal, automating and standardizing eligibility determinations and referring applicants who require additional assistance, as recommended in the Employment First Commission’s report. This program allows working people with disabilities to qualify for Medicaid with higher income and asset limits. We support this proposal because implementation through local departments of social services has been a disaster, resulting in underutilization of the program. We believe that by standardizing eligibility and incorporating it into the New York State of Health online application portal, this will promote awareness and utilization of the program by qualified individuals with disabilities.

Thank you in advance for your work on behalf of people with disabilities.

Sincerely,

Lindsay Miller Executive Director

CC: Paul Francis, Deputy Secretary for Health Rose Duhan, Assistant Secretary for Health Roger Bearden, General Counsel, OPWDD John Allen, Special Assistant to the Commissioner, OMH

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6. Committee & Subcommittee ReportsA. ACCES-VR SRC report

SRC Quarterly MinutesJune 8, 2016Hilton Garden Inn, Troy, NYIn Attendance Day One

Shain Anderson, Michelle Barlow, Debora Brown-Johnson, LaWanda Cook, Paul Czech, Greg Danis, Alan Gallagher, Carol Ginster, Michael Godino, Howard Gross, Julie Hovey, Michael Irwin, Martha Jackson, Robert Linton, Jennifer Machucki, Joann Marshall, Patricia Mazzariello, Sophie McDermott, Ceylane Meyers-Ruff, Erica Molina, Joan Parker, Roger Purdy, Lourdes Rivera-Putz, Tonya Robinson-Mayer, Lisa Rosano-Kaczkowski, Fredda Rosen, Bill Schultz, Amy Steiner, Joseph Tedesco, Chad Underwood, and (by phone) Helene Fallon, Michael Peluso, Beatrice Schmidt, and Craig Wolfson.

What Discussion and OutcomeCall To Order & Welcome

Review and Approve March Minutes

Review Action itemsPublic Comment

Michael Irwin, SRC Chair, called meeting to order; attendance and introductions took place.

March quarterly minutes were reviewed and Erica Molina noted that the DRNY/ CAP web address was incorrect. Correct address will be emailed to all and minutes will be updated for the final web posting.Motion to approve: Howard Gross; Seconded - Paul Czech. Minutes approved

Action items: NonePublic comments: None

Executive CommitteeReport

ACCES-VR & SRC Common Priorities

Combined State Plan

CommitteeReminders/Outcomes2017 Membership

Michael Irwin, SRC Chair; Lawanda Cook, SRC Co-Vice Chair; and Tonya Robinson-Mayer,SRC Co-Vice Chair

Common Priorities will be reviewed and discussed as part of each committee’s 2016 work plans. Committees were reminded that the Annual Report needs to be completed by the end of the calendar year. Drafts will be reviewed in September.

Combined State Plan The Combined State Plan was submitted to the federal government on April 1, 2016. Feedback was shared at the last meeting.

Committees were reminded to review 2016 work plans.

LaWanda Cook provided a membership update. Two members are leaving the Council in December as well as the need to fill specific council representation slots including a vocational rehabilitation counselor, a representative of a Native American Vocational Rehab

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program, and a member who will represent NYSILC.

Statewide Transition and Youth Services (TAYS) Team Update

Amy Steiner, Mgr., Statewide Transition and Youth Services (TAYS), ACCES-VRCarol Ginster, Senior Transition VR Counselor, ACCES-VR

Structure and initial focus of the TAYS team was reviewed. The percentage of youth on VR caseload has increased over the past 5 years to almost 50%. Team focus continues on 5 core goals: Engage, Improve, Collaborate, Substantiate, and the new goal, Integrate. Strategies and accomplishments in core goas were discussed as were future direction. This included the role of the Community Employment Specialists.

The development of Youth Action Plans for each ACCES-VR District Office and Statewide was discussed. The 10 Statewide work projects that the TAYS team will be working on for this year was presented.

Committees Meet All committees met individually in breakout sessions until end of day.

SRC Quarterly MinutesJune 9, 2016Hilton Garden Inn, Troy, NY

In Attendance Day TwoShain Anderson, Michelle Barlow, Debora Brown-Johnson, LaWanda Cook, Paul Czech, Greg Danis, Alan Gallagher, Carol Ginster, Michael Godino, Howard Gross, Julie Hovey, Michael Irwin, Martha Jackson, Robert Linton, Jennifer Machucki, Joann Marshall, Sophie McDermott, Liam McNabb, Erica Molina, Joan Parker, Roger Purdy, Lourdes Rivera-Putz, Tonya Robinson-Mayer, Lisa Rosano-Kaczkowski, Fredda Rosen, Bill Schultz, Kevin Smith, Joseph Tedesco, Chad Underwood, and (by phone) Helene Fallon, Michael Peluso, and Craig Wolfson.

What Discussion/OutcomeCall To Order & Welcome Member Introductions

Michael Irwin, SRC Chair, called meeting to order; attendance and introductions took place.

ACCES-VR Update Reports & Dialogue

Regents Action Update

WIOA – Update Combined

State Plan Strategic

Kevin Smith, ACCES Deputy CommissionerDebora Brown-Johnson, ACCES Assistant Commissioner

Kevin discussed changes that have taken place within New York State Education Department and that there are changes in leadership from the top down. He highlighted the appointment of the new Board of Regents Chancellor Betty A. Rosa and her leadership role with the Regents. http://www.regents.nysed.gov/

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Planning Implementation

Kevin also discussed the Career Development Occupational Studies (CDOS) Commencement Credential and noted that it is included in the 4 plus 1 program (http://www.p12.nysed.gov/ciai/multiple-pathways) that was approved by the Board of Regents. He is continuing to work with the Office of Adult Education on the Pathways Program.

Debora Brown-Johnson gave an update on the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and noted that the joint plan had been submitted. The RSA (Rehabilitation Services Administration) has given notice that they will hold 3 regional meetings, having divided up the country with different dates. New York State’s meeting (among others states) will be held on August 9, 2016. Two representatives from each State agency will attend and stake holders will also be permitted to attend. RSA is expected to discuss the specifics of WIOA, including the subminimum wage and the impact this will have. Debora will keep the SRC informed regarding this meeting.

Debora then gave an update on Core Rehabilitation Services (CRS). The proposed time line has been extended. They are including an evaluation process that needs to be implemented.

Debora spoke on the Strategic Plan implementation and noted that the Quality Assurance Unit (QA) will be conducting a review of the “phase one” offices and the process. The original strategic plan steering committee will be reconvened in September 2016 at a meeting in Albany.

She also noted that the budget for the next fiscal year included staffing. All ACCES District Offices (DO) will now have DO Managers instead of assistant managers in those offices that currently have them. There will be a creation of a Regional Business Manager title and ACCES-VR has been able to backfill positions.

ACCES-VR Public Communications and Business Relations

Joseph Tedesco, ACCES-VR Statewide Business Relations Coordinator, gave a presentation on ACCES-VR Business Relations. He discussed the new advertising initiatives and that all materials have been updated to include current information. Joe also noted that new promotional items had been shipped to all the District Offices and passed out examples of these items to the Council members. He discussed the 2015 ad campaign that ended in April of 2016, before showing the latest ACCES-VR marketing video that is under development. The video highlighted an ACCES-VR Queens District Office client who with the help of his VRC at the Queens DO has been working as a line cook at the 4 star restaurant Del Posto owned by Mario Batali,

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Joe Bastianich, Lidia Bastianich and partner/Executive Chef Mark Ladner.

Interagency Updates The SED (State Education Department) Advisory Council on Postsecondary Education for Students with Disabilities: Roger PurdyThe advisory council has extended their membership terms and is looking at data collection for short and long term goal planning.

NYSILC (NYS Independent Living Council) - Chad UnderwoodNYSILC met in April and have another meeting planned for June. He noted that the 3 year plan for the ILC’s (Independent Living Centers) is to increase their capacity. He also noted that there is an “Adopt a Youth” seminar that will be held. Chad then stated that the ILCs are looking to integrate data from all of the data bases to get a better picture of what they are doing.

DRNY/CAP-Erica MolinaErica noted they had filled a job opening that she discussed at the March quarterly meeting but they still have a Cap Advocate position available in Rochester.

TRAID/AH-Lisa Rosano-Kaczkowski Lisa noted that there is an agreement with ACCES-VR to provide assistive technology to individuals. They are currently contacting the various centers to see what is needed.

OMH (NYS Office of Mental Health)-Liam McNabbLiam discussed the collaboration with ACCES-VR on the rollout of service delivery under managed care.

NYSED Office of Special Education-Sophie McDermottSophie noted that they are undergoing leadership changes and discussed transition services and how they operate. The agency is trying to provide CDOS grants to improve the infrastructure of schools to allow the CDOS credential to be available to all students as part of the Pathways to Education Program.

DOL (Department of Labor) DEI (Disability Employment Initiative) - Alan GallagherAlan provided a report on his agency’s activities.

NYSCB (Commission for the Blind) - Julie HoveyJulie discussed the Business Enterprise Program via SUNY as they will take over the 26 campuses vending machines and provide services. Julie will submit information via email for any member that wants to get more information on this program.

SRC Business

Committee Reports

Michael Irwin, SRC Chair & Full Council The ongoing joint collaboration with the NYS Commission for the Blind’s SRC was discussed and Mike updated the Council on the last conference call. The next joint meeting will be held on July

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12, 2016 to continue the discussions.

Committee Reports: QAI Committee - Chad Underwood gave an overview of the

QAI and noted that Patricia Mazzariello, the ACCES Liaison, would be leaving following the June meeting and thanked her on behalf of the committee for her great work as liaison.

Transition Committee -Tonya Robinson-Mayer discussed summer projects and the transition presentation from day one of the meeting. The Committee has a proposal to ask for open dialogue on the Combined State Plan.

Workforce Development Committee - Bill Schultz reviewed the committee’s 2016 priorities and the strategies they have developed around this. Also reviewed was the employment data from DOL and ACCES-VR.

Policy Committee (PPC) - Joann Marshall stated that the PPC would be tabling their recommendations until after the WIOA August 9 meeting.

4.2 Recommendations

None

Meeting Adjourned Motion to adjourn: Howard GrossSeconded: Paul CzechAll in favor – meeting adjourned.Next SRC Quarterly meeting is scheduled for September 14-15, 2016 at theHilton Garden Inn (Albany Med), 32 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208

Approved Sept 14, 2016

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6. Committee & Subcommittee ReportsC. NYSCB SRC report

DRAFT

NYSCB State Rehabilitation Council minutesHilton Garden Inn Troy, NYJune 22nd & 23rd, 2016

SRC members present: Maria Mucaria, Pratik Patel, Erica Molina, Chris Kchao, Debbie Fiderer, Meghan Schoeffling, Miriam Cajuste, Ex-Officio members present: Lisa Rosano, Kimberly Dunker, Bob Gumson and Brian S. Daniels. NYSCB staff present: Tracy Breslin, Sharon Flom, Peter Herrig, & Julie HoveyPresent via telephone: Chancey Fleet & Theresa Drum

June 16th

WIOA Title I & Title III: John Triller and Chris Pinheiro, Workforce Program Managers, NYSDOLJohn Triller and Chris Pinheiro reviewed two titles of the Workforce Investment Opportunities Act (WIOA), Title I and Title III.

Introduction of SRC members, NYSCB liaisons & Approval of March 2016 Meeting Minutes - Chair’s Comments-Pratik Patel, ChairChair Patel asked for a motion for the minutes from the June meeting to be approved. Meghan Schoeffling made a motion and Maria Mucaria seconded. The SRC voted and the motion passed unanimously. Chair Patel then reported that he attended the National Coalition of State Rehabilitation Council’s (NCSRC) monthly teleconference. The topic was about the Annual Reports and what other states do. Some good ideas that were presented and Chair Patel felt that our SRC is right on track with our reporting.

WIOA and Combined State Plan update- Sharon Flom, AVRC & Peter Herrig AVRC

The Combined State Plan that included NYSCB, ACCES-VR, and DOLWIOA final regulations should be out by the end of June. The Combined State Plan that included NYSCB, ACCES-VR, and DOL was submitted and is awaiting final approval from the feds.  Now the combined state plan has been submitted, the attention of the WIOA group will focus on implementation.  The WIOA team will continue to meet on a bi-weekly basis for the foreseeable future.  A WIOA implementation timeline will be developed by the core partners to track goals and objectives of the agencies in the roll out of WIOA.  NYSCB will update the SRC after the release of the final regulations when hopefully many questions will be clarified.

NYSCB updates: Brian S. Daniels, Associate CommissionerMr. Daniels reported that the Business Enterprise Program (BEP) expects to operate on as many as 34 SUNY campuses in the future. 

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Mr. Daniels has been working with others to develop a strategic plan for the NYS Preferred Source Program for People who are Blind.  Plans will include development of more service sector opportunities.

Through LEAN (Six Sigma), NYSCB is now addressing our consumer intake process in order to create efficiencies to reduce the time it takes to begin receiving rehabilitation services. Currently, it takes 47 days for a case to be opened. The ideal is 7 1/2 staff hours or 30 days, significantly reducing waiting time.

American Council of the Blind (ACB) and National Federation of the Blind (NFB) will be holding the NYSCB Town Meetings:  ACB will be from 10am-12pm on 10/21 at the Buffalo Holiday Inn Airport  NFB tentatively will be from 10am-12pm on 10/28 at the Best Western on Wolf Road in Albany.

Updates on NYSCB Personnel: Shawn Chin-Chance will be the new District Manager of 80 Maiden Lane. Acquired waivers: Associate Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, Senior Vocational Counselor, Accountant and Office Assistant for BEP Albany Regional Office.Retirement:  Jim Dufresne, Home office, & Dennis Semos will be retiring in late June.  Angel Rodriguez, VRC from 80 Maiden Lane Office will be working for 3 months as an interim replacement

Questions for Mr. Daniels:How are we going to recruit and find BEP managers with all new opportunities? We will be able to know well ahead of time what openings will be. 

ACB and NFB could assist in recruiting people for the BEP training program. Get the 2 organizations involved for the future. Many resources will be needed to help the future of the new sites at SUNY campuses.

Would be SRC consider a formal role in the active backing of BEP at the SUNY Campuses?  September meeting BEP & SRC what we can do as a council to help? How to attract people to BEP program? Work Experience Trainings, Mentors, internships, etc.

Strategic plan? Have yet to finalize it then begin to identify opportunities to expand on competencies beyond call centers.

SOGIE- Brian S. Daniels, Associate Commissioner of NYSCB, Peter Herrig AVRC, & Julie Hovey, SVRC

Mr. Daniels reported that Sexual Orientation Gender Identity Expression (SOGIE) is an OCFS wide initiative. Peter Herrig, Julie Hovey & Maureen Duncan are core members on a team working on policy for NYSCB. NYSCB has created a survey for contract & placement agencies. It’s a series of questions to gauge what resources and competencies exist in our contract agencies to serve SOGIE and LBGTQ consumers. The feedback will help NYSCB to relook at our policy.

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Over the last few months, Mr. Daniels reported to have been committed to talking to people in depth including Erica Molina and Chancey Fleet of the SRC about the AT workgroup. He is looking for approval from the SRC to establish a taskforce that will meet regularly and be chaired by Erica Molina.

Some topics that have been presented for this group include: general AT issues, delivery of AT services, making recommendations, seeking information as needed, accessibility specific topics such as the TASC exam, 508 compliance, and delivery of equipment to our consumers in a facilitated fashion. One other topic that was presented by the SRC for this workgroup was the General statewide IT infrastructure that affects accessibility to statewide resources as they pertain to employment and other opportunities.

Members of this group could include: VR staff, AT trainers, Vendors, TRAID, NYSCB finance office (how things get approved) disability support staff from colleges, transition age professional, employers, and consumers.

Chair Patel asked for a motion to create an AT committee. Meghan Schoeffling made a motion and Maria Mucaria seconded. The SRC voted and the motion passed unanimously. Chair Patel also asked for a second motion to have the AT committee chair be Erica Molina. Maria Mucaria made a motion and Meghan Schoeffling seconded. The SRC voted and the motion passed unanimously.

Joint ACCES-VR & NYSCB SRC meeting update- Chair Patel, ChairCollaborative activities have occurred between the two councils. Another meeting is scheduled for July 12 at 11:30 with both SRC’s and their committee chairs.

Committee Reports:

Q&A- Looking at the use of other languages regarding NYSCB surveys that were reviewed; requested forms and documents such as the senior counselor review form; Asked whether or not review tools will change due to WIOA. Is self-advocacy training if available for NYSCB consumers-Julie will find out from Peter Herrig. Requested 2010-2015 RSA 722 forms from NYSCB-Results seemed low- 2010 NYSCB 0 requests for due processes. Julie will follow up and find out more information from Sharon Flom.

Policy-Accessibility and dissemination of NYSCB information was available in foreign language. Discussed how consumers receive info that is widely distributed thought electronically was the best mode of communication. State library services get automatic inquiry about the TASC prep contract and curricula what procedures are used and outcomes are measured.

Workforce Development-In regards to WIOA, their goal is to get a better idea of the career center system and how they are working with job seekers who are blind. There seems to be an inconsistency with Career Center staff about the accessibility and understanding of their role with job seekers who are blind. Would like to do a staffing of career centers and NYSCB counselors, along with contract agencies to see how they are utilizing the career centers across the state. Suggestion was given to Workforce group to get into touch with ACCES-VR SRC Workforce development Committee chair, Martha Jackson

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Transition- Mission Statement: To ensure students who are blind are receiving meaningful transition services in school.Goal 1: Review the outcomes of new decision to see the success rate of students who graduate with the local modified (safety net grades) diploma and transition beyond high school. Goal 2: Partner with ACCES-VR Transition Committee to work in tandem on transition services.Goal 3: Orientation and Mobility, Rehabilitation Teaching and Teachers for Visually Impaired are provided in IEP’s supplemental through services both at school and home.

The committee will discussed:Where to procure data for NYSCB transition information? What avenue will students choose college or employment? WIOA could impact the outcomes. Idea to survey transition counselors to measure the transition services and the outcomes of the individuals they serve. Do students have the necessary tools to achieve their employment goals? & transition plan efficacy. Western NY Transition Partners (connect with them – best practices). Explore more options for students who graduated, collaborating with ACCES VR SRC’s transition committee.

CDOS credentials is on entry level skills that people are making important decisions that are maPathways to graduation: 1st step to exiting school. CDOS and how schools are looking at vocational pathways for our students. Get a presenter on how students are not able to fulfill their community service hours.

Public Comments: None

Agency Updates from Members:

Lisa Rosano- MOU with ACCES-VR 5 yr., $500k a year for assistive devices for people who are transitioning from secondary to post-secondary settings, training programs, and employment will be able to track the equipment as a loan then ACCES-VR will purchase it for them.

Action Items & Deliberation and Discussion, Wrap-up & Agenda planning for June meeting & adjourn: Possible agenda items: Request for Title 2- NYSCB does not provide adult education services we partner in the community. Title 2 provider. And quality outcomes. WIOA regulations and how the changes how it will factor out on services. What services are offered by OPWDD and other partners while consumers are in supported follow along funds for SE extended to age 24?

Maria Mucaria motioned to adjourn the meeting. Debbie Fiderer seconded the motion, and all motioned the meeting to be completed at 2:40 PM.

Minutes respectfully submitted by NYSCB staff

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7. DiscussionsB. Discussion of competitive state employment opportunities for people

with Disabilities (other than the 55 B & C programs) See attached materials

NYSILC Blogs –Stylistic Format – questions and answer format regarding issues surrounding career exploration, self-assessment, civil service exams and processes (including appeal of disqualifications to talk exams, reasonable accommodations needed to take exams) civil service interview process, transition to work issues including reduction/loss of public benefits, change in healthcare benefits (Medicaid Buy-in for People with Disabilities, 1619B, etc.), Expedite Reinstatement, Work Incentives, Ticket to Work, etc. Can be answered by NYSILC Council Members, IL network members, advocates and edited by NYSILC staff. Geared to consumers with various disabilities, age, and education and work experience levels.

Samples sites 1) Dear Marci – dealing with Medicare related issues with case studies

http://www.medicarerights.org/resources/newsletters/dear-marci2) Ask Phil, the Medicare Maven – answer questions on dealing aging and retirement issues, questions and answers, scenarios, tips https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSda34fRvYBc3JyohH2BaAMoqgmMKVbHp9f_Oy0l0DBAQVY6Ng/viewformPBS News Hour – Making Sense: Signing up for Medicare? Reading this cautionary tale first by Philip Moeller - http://www.pbs.org/newshour/making-sense/signing-medicare-read-cautionary-tale-first/#

PBS News Hour – Making Sense: How do the Affordable Care Act and Medicare interact?http://www.pbs.org/newshour/making-sense/obamacare-medicare-interact-arent-supposed/

PBS News Hour – Making Sense: I keep falling. Will Medicare cover a home health aide?http://www.pbs.org/newshour/making-sense/keep-falling-will-medicare-cover-home-health-aide/

3) Disability.gov Blog http://usodep.blogs.govdelivery.com/

4) U.S Department of Labor Blog https://blog.dol.gov/

5) My Disability Blog (Tim Moore) http://disabilityblogger.blogspot.com/

6) Job Accommodation Network (JAN) Blog http://askjan.org/blog/What’s in a Routine? By Posted by Kim Cordingly on August 19, 2016 http://askjan.org/blog/?p=92

7) Social Security Administration – Social Security Matters https://blog.ssa.gov/

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Career, Employment and Training Resources Compiled by Helen Fang

Public Administration/Civil ServiceNew York City Region:NYC Dept. of Citywide Administrative Service

http://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/html/home/home.shtml,

Monthly NYC Exam Schedulehttp://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/html/work/exam_monthly.shtml

NYC Tentative Annual Exam Schedule http://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/downloads/pdf/misc/

yearly_examschedule.pdfUpcoming NYC Civil Service Exams: Activity Therapist, Administrative Community Relations Specialist, Assistant City Assessor, Caseworker, Computer Associate, Crime Analyst, Fire Alarm Dispatcher, Elevator Mechanic, Emergency Medical Specialist, Fire Protection Inspector, Police Communications Technician, Procurement Analyst, Radio Repair Mechanic, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Correction Officer, Environmental Police Officer, Motor Vehicle Operator, Police Officer, School Safety Agent, Special Officer, Traffic Enforcement Agent, Statistician,NYC Job Openings: http://www1.nyc.gov/jobs/index.pageNYC Jobs for External Applicants https://a127-jobs.nyc.gov/NYC Internship / Fellowship Programs -Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS), Division of Citywide Personnel Services, 1 Centre Street, 24th Floor, New York, NY 10007NYC Internships & Fellowships: http://www1.nyc.gov/jobs/explore-careers.page#fellowshipsApply for an Internship

http://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/html/work/internship.shtmlThe Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) administers internship programs to introduce college students and recent graduates to public service. Through the Urban Fellows Program, and the Public Service Corps, college students/recent graduates receive valuable work experience in exchange for academic credit or stipends, depending on the program.

Social Justice Post-Graduate Fellowship http://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/html/employees/social_justice.shtml

The New York City Social Justice Postgraduate Fellowship (SJPF) is a program for law school graduates to gain professional experience within municipal government. The 2017 Social Justice Post-Graduate Fellowship application period is now open. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, October 25, 2016. Contact NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services Social Justice Post-Graduate Fellowship Program, 1 Centre Street, Rm 2445, New York, NY, 10007

Urban Fellows Programhttp://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/html/work/uf_requirements.shtml

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The Urban Fellows Program is open to graduates no more than two years out of college. The 2017/2018 Urban Fellows Program application period is now open. Contact NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services at 1 Centre Street, Rm 2425, New York, NY 10007, (212)-386-0058 or email via the form at http://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/html/contact/email.shtml?10

NYC Service Fellowshiphttp://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/html/work/nycservice.shtml

The NYC Service Fellowship offers a unique opportunity to obtain practical City government experience in the areas of volunteerism and community service at the City level. The deadline for Applications for the NYC Service Fellowship Program 2016-2017 cycle has passed. Check the site for upcoming application cycle or email the NYC Service Fellowship program at NYCServiceFellows@cityhall.nyc.gov with your additional questions.

The Mayor’s Office Internship Program https://a002-oom03.nyc.gov/nycmointernship/index.html

The Mayor’s Office Internship Program provides a unique opportunity to gain experience and develop the capacity to solve New York City’s most pressing issues. The mission of the Mayor’s Office Internship Program is to build a diverse pipeline of future public service leaders. This highly selected diverse group of men and women collaborate with staff to better the Office of the Mayor and New York City. Spring 2017 Internship Application is now open. Submit applications before November 13, 2016. The application link is https://a002-oom03.nyc.gov/nycmointernship/apply.html.

Public Service Corps (PSC) http://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/html/work/psc.shtml The Public Service Corps (PSC) is open to undergraduate and graduate students

eligible for Federal Work-Study Program internships. For additional information contact NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services at 1 Centre Street, Rm 2435, New York, NY 10007, Tel: 212-386-0057 or Email via the form at http://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/html/contact/email.shtml?8

Citywide Summer Internship Programhttp://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/html/work/summerintern.shtml

DCAS coordinates the Citywide Summer Internship Program, which includes hundreds of paid and unpaid internship opportunities in agencies throughout the City. (Application deadline: January to May).

Participating Agencies: Community Services, Emergency Preparedness, Contract Interns, NYC Dept. for the Aging; GIS, Community Outreach, Communication, Grants Interns, NYC Office of the Emergency Management; Technology Development and Systems Intern, NYC Fire Dept.; Seasonal Aide, NYC Dept. of Environmental Protection; Information Systems, Home Health Interns, New York City Dept. of Health and Mental Hygiene; Leasing Housing Management, Editorial and Performance Management Interns, New York City Housing Authority; IT Services, Infrastructure, Web and New Media, Financial Services Interns, NYC Dept.

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of Information Technology and Telecommunications; Management Services, Community Outreach, Purchasing and Accounting, Web and New Media, Arboriculture , GIS Interns, NYC Dept. of Parks and Recreation; Bridges Civil Engineering, Planning Support Intern, NYC Dept. of Transportation, Accounting Intern, NYC Dept. of Sanitation;

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NYS Civil Service Website: http://www.cs.ny.gov/ and http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/public/index.cfmNYS Civil Service New Announcement by E-mail:

http://www.cs.ny.gov/announ/emaillist.cfmUpcoming NYS Exam Schedule:

https://www.cs.ny.gov/announ/tentative_schedule.cfmUpcoming NYS Civil Service Exams: Citizen Participation Specialist, Youth Counselor, Safety & Health Inspector Trainee, Student Loan Control Representative, Student Loan Control Representative, Utility Analyst, Habilitation Specialist, Correction Officer Trainee, Horticultural Inspector Trainee, Criminal Justice Policy Analyst, Youth Recreation Specialist, Economic Development Program Specialist, Youth Recreation Specialist, Social Work Assistant, Fish and Wildlife Technician, Mental Health Therapy Aide Trainee, Social Work Assistant, Fish and Wildlife Technician, Senior Environment Analyst, Consultant in Physical Standards & Safety, Correctional Regional Health Service Administrator

NYS Job Openings (Open to the Public)https://stateny.com/public/vacancyTable.cfm

Health Program Investigation Specialist, Public Health Nurse, Research Scientist, Nurse Practitioner, Pharmacist, Associated Agency Services Analyst, Administrative Staff Assistant, Physician Assistant, Training Specialist 1, Rehabilitation Hospital Nursing Assistant 2, Project Assistant, Assistant Counsel, Maintenance Supervisor, Grounds Worker, Secretary 1, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, Fish& Wildlife Technician,, Quality Care Facility Review Specialist, Leadership Development Assistant, Thruway Maintenance Worker Trainee, Internal Investigator, Business Services Analyst, Teacher, Electrician, Project Assistant, Project Coordinator, Forestry Technician, Office Assistant, Student Assistant, Drafting Technician, Library Clerk, Human Resources Specialist, Assistant Attorney General, Environmental Engineering Technician, Cook, Teacher, SVP Chief Marketing Officer, Chief of Medical Services, Investigative Specialist, Domestic Violence Program Specialist, Education Program Assistant 1, Associate in Education of Children with Disabilities, Archives and Records Management Specialist, Materials Testing Specialist, Addictions Counselor, Addictions Counselor, Librarian, Hourly Senior Employment Security Clerk, Library Development Specialist, Licensed Master Social Worker, Vocational Instructor, Health Information Management Administrator, Executive Mansion Aide 1, Youth Facility Assistant Director, Secretary 1, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, Consultant in Physical Standards & Safety

NYS Continuous Recruitment Examinations :https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/public/cr.cfm

Direct Support Assistant Trainee, Developmental Disabilities Secure Care Treatment Aide Trainee, Food Service Workers, Hospital Patient Services Clerk 1, Informational Technology Specialist, Medical Office Assistant, Motor Equipment Mechanic, Nursing Station Services Clerk 1, Plant Utilities Assistant, Transportation Construction Inspector, Verbatim Reporter

NYS No Minimum Education or Experiencehttps://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/public/minimum.cfm

Direct Support Assistant Trainee, Developmental Disabilities Secure Care Treatment Aide Trainee, Food Service Worker, Medical Office Assistant, Motor Equipment Mechanic,

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Optometric Technician, Plant Utilities Assistant, Transportation Construction Inspector, Verbatim Reporter

NYS Professional Certification and Licensinghttp://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/public/licensing.cfm

Accounting and Auditing, Actuary, Addictions Counselor, Audiologist, Clinical Physicians, Dietitian, Dental Hygienist, Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic, Engineering, Health Information Management, Medical Care Representative, Medical Specialist, Medical Office Assistant, Nursing, Occupational Therapists, Optician, Pharmacists, Physical Therapist, Physician Assistant, Recreational Therapists, Respiratory Therapist, Speech Language Pathologist, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, Licensed Master Social Worker, Legal Specialties.

NYS Unified Courts System:http://www.courts.state.ny.us/careers/index.shtml

Case Management Coordinator, Court Clerk Specialist, Per Diem Court Interpreter (All Languages except Spanish), Per Diem Court Interpreter (American Sign Language), Case Technician, Secretary, Assistant Local Area Network Administrator, Computer Applications Program, Computer Systems Analyst, Information Technology Analyst, PC Analyst, Deputy Chief ClerkNYS Dept. of Labor Career Zone

https://www.careerzone.ny.gov/views/careerzone/index.jsfNYS Dept. of Labor Job Bank http://newyork.us.jobs/NYS Dept. of Labor Job Fairs

http://labor.ny.gov/workforcenypartners/career-center-events.shtmList of Local Government Civil Services Sites:

https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/local/index.cfm, https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/local.cfm,

http://labor.ny.gov/stats/cslist.shtmNYS Assembly: http://www.assembly.state.ny.us/careerNYS Assembly Internships:

http://nyassembly.gov/internship/application/NYS Assembly Internships Applications are due November 1, 2016. Check site for upcoming application cycles.NYS Senate: http://www.nysenate.gov/NYS Senate Graduate Fellowships:

https://www.nysenate.gov/newsroom/articles/new-york-senate-graduate-fellowshipsThe Graduate Fellowships offered by the Senate include Legislative Fellowships and Memorial Fellowships. Application for the 2016-2017 cycle closed on Friday, April 29, 2016. Check site regularly for information regarding the next cycle of fellowship opportunities.Legislative Fellowships - Each Legislative Fellow is assigned to a specific Senator’s office, where they will function largely as if they were regular staff.  While duties vary depending on the needs of the member, Legislative Fellows generally perform in-depth policy research, take part in meetings with various interest groups and constituents, and attend legislative sessions.

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Memorial Fellowships - Memorial Fellowships are awarded to applicants who demonstrate the unique qualifications and abilities required of each position.  There are three such placements, each awarded to a single individual for the Fellowship class.

Roth Fellowship - The recipient of the Roth Fellowship will be placed in the Senate Majority Press Office.  The Roth Fellowship requires extraordinary communications skills and an ability to explain policy positions quickly and concisely to the media and to the broader public.

Wiebe Fellowship - The recipient of the Wiebe Fellowship is placed in the Majority Counsel/Program Services Office, and works on a variety of policy areas of interest to the Senate Majority Conference.  Wiebe Fellows demonstrate broad interests in all areas of public policy in New York State.

Biggane Fellowship - The recipient of the Biggane Fellowship will be placed with the Senate Finance Committee.  The Biggane Fellow focuses on budget and/or fiscal matters, and will be involved in the budgetary process – one of the Senate’s primary responsibilities to the people of New York.

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Federal Government Jobs:Federal Government Jobs http://federalgovernmentjobs.us/USA Jobs https://www.usajobs.gov/USA Jobs Federal Jobs Application Process https://www.usajobs.gov/?c=fed-app-processList of Federal Agencies: https://www.usa.gov/federal-agencies/aFederal Government Jobs In NYS: http://federalgovernmentjobs.us/job-location/new-york-ny.htmlOccupations: Pathways Intern, Student Trainee (Financial Specialist), Administrative Assistant, Veterinary Medical Officer, Informational Technology Specialist, Contract Specialist, Program Analyst, Program Specialist Veteran Services Outreach, Human Resources Officer, Police Officer, Nursing Assistant, Aircraft Mechanic, Correctional Officer, , Supervisory Public Affairs Specialist, Supply Technician, Health Insurance Specialist Registered Nurse, Security Specialist, Speech Pathologist, Machine Tool Work Inspector Leader, Associate Curator, Program Support Assistant Research, Program Support Assistant, Student Intern, Health Technician Monitor, Realty Specialist, Transportation Specialist, Pharmacy Technician, Appeals Officers, Revenue Officer, Dispatcher, Financial Services Analyst, Human Resources Specialist, Social Worker, Veteran Services RepresentativeParticipating Agencies: Veterans Affairs, Army, Agriculture, Air Force, Defense, Homeland Security, Interior, Army, Social Security, Commerce, Transportation, Dept. of StatePathways Programs for Students and Grads

https://www.usajobs.gov/StudentsAndGradsThe Pathways Programs offer clear paths to Federal internships for students from high school through post-graduate school and to careers for recent graduates, and provide meaningful training and career development opportunities for individuals who are at the beginning of their Federal service. As a student or recent graduate, you can begin your career in the Federal government by choosing the path that best describes you and where you are in your academics: Internship Program: This program is for current students enrolled in a wide variety

of educational institutions from high school to graduate level, with paid opportunities to work in agencies and explore Federal careers while still in school. http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-authorities/students-recent-graduates/#url=Program-Fact-Sheets

Recent Graduates Program: This program is for individuals who have recently graduated from qualifying educational institutions or programs and seek a dynamic, career development program with training and mentorship. To be eligible, applicants must apply within two years of degree or certificate completion (except for veterans precluded from doing so due to their military service obligation, who will have up to six years to apply). http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-authorities/students-recent-graduates/#url=graduates

Presidential Management Fellows Program: For more than three decades, the PMF Program has been the Federal government’s premier leadership development program for advanced degree candidates. This program is now for individuals who have received a qualifying advanced degree within the preceding two years. For complete program information, visit: www.pmf.gov.

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Federal Employment Opportunities for Job Seekers with Disabilitieshttps://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/disability-employment/

Federal Disability Employment / Selective Placement Program Coordinator – https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/disability-employment/selective-placement-program-coordinator/

Federal Hiring Excellence Program: Federal Recruitment Policy Studio

https://hru.gov/Studio_Recruitment/HT_Hiring_Toolkit.aspxHiring Authorities/Other Hiring OptionsVeteran Appointing Authorities

https://hru.gov/Studio_Recruitment/HT_05_Veteran_Appointing_Authorities.aspx#pnlToolkitVeteran Appointing Authorities -Why Appoint Veterans? Ready Supply of Needed Skills: Veterans and transitioning military service members are ready to supply the very skills the Federal Government needs. Veterans have acquired a wealth of knowledge, skills, and competencies through practical workforce experience. The cutting edge training and education they have received during their military service is transferable to those skills oftentimes being sought by agencies in filling open positions. In addition to these intangible and valuable skills, the Veteran brings a unique sense of leadership and teamwork to your team. They understand the commitment to achieving organizational goals and objectives and have demonstrated the ability to work efficiently and effectively within multi-cultural environments.

Besides the discipline and work ethic that military service instills, Veterans and transitioning service members have technical skills in areas of critical importance: acquisition, information technology, communications, security, information gathering, and medical technology. Many already hold required security clearances for some Federal positions.

Veterans may be hired under the following three authorities: 1. Veterans' Recruitment Appointment (VRA) (Formerly, Veterans'

Readjustment Appointment) (READ MORE) 2. 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans (READ MORE) 3. Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) (READ MORE)

Veteran Employment Initiative https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/veterans-employment-initiative/

Schedule A — Individuals With Disabilitieshttps://hru.gov/Studio_Recruitment/HT_05_Schedule_A_-_Individuals_With_Disabilities.aspx#pnlToolkitSchedule A – Individuals with Disabilities -Excepted service appointing authorities are critical tools for increasing employment opportunities for people with disabilities in the Federal Government. Two of these authorities are particularly relevant: Schedule A, 5 CFR 213.3102(u), for hiring people with severe physical

disabilities, psychiatric disabilities, and intellectual disabilities. This excepted authority is used to appoint persons with severe physical disabilities, psychiatric disabilities, and intellectual disabilities. Such individuals may qualify for conversion to

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permanent status after two years of satisfactory service. Severe physical disabilities include but are not limited to blindness, deafness, paralysis, missing limbs, epilepsy, dwarfism, and more.

Schedule A, 5 CFR 213.3102(11) for hiring readers, interpreters, and personal assistants. This excepted authority is used to appoint readers, interpreters, and personal assistants for employees with severe disabilities as reasonable accommodations.

Agency-Specific Schedule A and B Authorities The following information was taken from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission website: http://www.eeoc.gov/eeoc/initiatives/lead/abcs_of_schedule_a.cfm

Schedule D — Pathways Programshttps://hru.gov/Studio_Recruitment/HT_05_Schedule_D_-_Pathways_Programs.aspx#pnlToolkitSchedule D — Pathways Programs - Why appoint students and recent graduates? An agency's overall recruiting plan must include seeking talent from all segments of society. To remain competitive, agencies need to encourage students and recent graduates to choose careers with the Federal Government; they are the Nation’s future. The Pathways Programs consist of the:

Internship Program Recent Graduates Program Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program

Positions in the Pathways Programs are excepted from the competitive service. Participants in these Programs are appointed under Schedule D of the excepted service.

What it provides: The Pathways Programs offer clear paths to paid Federal internships for students from high school through post-graduate school; careers for recent graduates, and provide meaningful training and career development opportunities for individuals who are at the beginning of their Federal service.

When to use it: As part of an agency’s overall workforce planning efforts, the Pathways Programs may be used to infuse the workplace with enthusiasm, talent and unique perspectives. The Pathways Programs are designed to develop participants’ skill sets, foster a positive experience for participants that inspires interest in Federal service, and prepare students and recent graduates for successful Federal careers.Direct Hire

https://hru.gov/Studio_Recruitment/HT_05_Direct_Hire.aspx#pnlToolkitDirect Hire - The Direct-Hire allows agencies with delegated examining authority to hire individuals without regard to sections 3309-3318 of title 5, United States Code (the traditional rating, ranking, and selection procedures, including the application of veterans’ preference). Agencies can appoint individuals to positions for which:

Public notice has been given, and The U.S. Office of Personnel Management determines there is a severe shortage of

candidates or a critical hiring need.OPM may issue direct-hire authority on a government wide basis (e.g., Pharmacist, GS-0660) or on a case-by-case basis for a particular agency. The direct hire authority

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may cover certain occupational series, grades (or equivalent), and/or geographical location.

What it provides: An opportunity to recruit and to appoint individuals to competitive service positions without using the traditional competitive hiring process. It provides managers the necessary talent in situations where recruiting the right skill has been a challenge.

Merit Promotionhttps://hru.gov/Studio_Recruitment/HT_05_Merit_Promotion.aspx#pnlToolkit

Merit Promotion- In addition to filling positions from among members of the general public, agencies often reassign or promote a current employee, or transfer an employee from another agency when filling vacant positions. In addition, an agency might choose to make use of the myriad of special non-competitive appointing authorities to fill a competitive service job. 5 CFR 335 contains the procedures for filling competitive service positions using one of the methods just mentioned.

NOTE: One thing to remember about positions being filled under merit staffing procedures, the regulation provides the basic framework only and agency policy and negotiated agreements prescribe the specific details on how these hires will be made.

Under 5 CFR 335, agencies are authorized to: Promote, demote, or reassign a career or career-conditional employee Reassign an employee serving under a temporary appointment pending

establishment of a register to a position to which his original assignment could have been made by the same appointing officer from the same recruiting list under the same order of consideration

Promote, demote, or reassign an employee serving under an overseas limited appointment of indefinite duration or an overseas limited term appointment to another position to which an initial appointment under §301.201, §301.202, or §301.203 of this chapter is authorized

Promote, demote, or reassign (1) a status quo employee and (2) an employee serving under an indefinite appointment in a competitive position, except that this authority may not be used to move an employee:

1. From a position in which an initial overseas limited appointment is authorized to another position; or

2. To a position in which an initial overseas limited appointment is authorized from another position

Promote, demote, or reassign a term employee serving on a given project to another position within the project which the agency has been authorized to fill by term appointment

Make time-limited promotions to fill temporary positions, accomplish project work, fill positions temporarily pending reorganization or downsizing, or meet other temporary needs for a specified period of not more than 5 years, unless OPM authorizes the agency to make and/or extend time-limited promotions for a longer period

1. The agency must give the employee advance written notice of the conditions of the time-limited promotion, including the time limit of the promotion; the reason for a time limit; the requirement for competition for promotion beyond 120 days, where applicable; and that the employee may be returned

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at any time to the position from which temporarily promoted, or to a different position of equivalent grade and pay, and the return is not subject to the procedures in parts 351, 432, 752, or 771 of this chapter. When an agency effects a promotion under a nondiscretionary provision and is unable to give advance notice to the employee, it must provide the notice as soon as possible after the promotion is made.

2. This paragraph applies to a career, career-conditional, status quo, indefinite, or term employee and to an employee serving under an overseas limited appointment of indefinite duration, or an overseas limited term appointment.

The procedures and requirements for filling jobs under these merit staffing procedures are very similar to the procedures made under competitive examining. Agencies are required to afford consideration first to surplus or displaced employees and others owed priority consideration, then publicize the opportunities, evaluate/assesses applicants, and make selections from among those determined to be best qualified. Veterans’ preference is not considered when filling positions under 5 CFR 335. However, there is a veterans’ hiring authority in this regulation. In accordance with 5 USC 3304 (f) (1) – (f)(1) Preference eligibles or veterans who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after 3 years or more of active service may not be denied the opportunity to compete for vacant positions for which the agency making the announcement will accept applications from individuals outside its own workforce under merit promotion procedures.

VISTA/Peace Corps https://hru.gov/Studio_Recruitment/HT_05_VISTA-Peace_Corps.aspx#pnlToolkitHiring VISTA Alumni and Returned Peace Corps Volunteers through Noncompetitive EligibilityWhy hire applicants who served in these volunteer programs? VISTA Alumni and Returned Peace Corps Volunteers are resourceful, flexible, and committed, and have the potential to become high-performing employees across a wide range of agencies. VISTAs commit to a full-time year at a nonprofit or government agency and create or expand programs designed to bring individuals and communities out of poverty. Peace Corps volunteers serve two years in developing countries on issues ranging from AIDS education to English teaching to environmental preservation and complete 27 months in volunteer service. Alumni and returned volunteers’ areas of expertise include:

Education Community development Environment and agriculture Health and HIV/AIDS Business and information technology Volunteer management Child and youth development

With wide ranging skills and experiences, applicants who completed these programs are seeking entry-, mid-, and senior-level positions.Military Spouse

https://hru.gov/Studio_Recruitment/HT_05_Military_Spouse.aspx#pnlToolkit

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Noncompetitive Appointment of Certain Military SpousesExecutive Order 13473, dated September 28, 2008, authorized the noncompetitive appointment of certain military spouses to competitive service positions. This authority allows agencies to appoint certain military spouses without using traditional competitive examining procedures. Agencies can choose to use this authority when filling competitive service positions on a temporary (not to exceed 1 year), term (more than 1 year but not more than 4 years), or permanent basis. The authority does not entitle spouses to an appointment over any other applicant – it is used at the discretion of an agency.

What it provides: An opportunity to recruit and to appoint certain military spouses to competitive service positions without using the traditional competitive hiring process.

When to use it: When filling competitive service positions under agency merit promotion procedures.

Who is eligible: There are three categories of military spouses: Those who are relocating with their service-member spouse as a result of permanent change of station (PCS) orders,Spouses of service members who incurred a 100% disability because of the service member's active duty service, andSpouses of service members killed while on active duty.Dual Compensation Waivers

https://hru.gov/Studio_Recruitment/HT_05_Dual_Compensation_Waivers.aspx#pnlToolkitDual Compensation Waivers - Reemployment of Civilian Retirees to Meet Exceptional Employment Needs The regulations guiding Reemployment of Civilian Retirees to Meet Exceptional Employment Needs are found in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). The citation is 5 CFR part 553. The questions and answers listed here are not meant to be a substitute for reading the regulations.Intergovernmental Personnel Act

https://hru.gov/Studio_Recruitment/HT_05_Intergovernmental_Personnel_Act.aspx#pnlToolkitThe Intergovernmental Personnel Act Mobility Program provides for the temporary assignment of personnel between the Federal Government and state and local governments, colleges and universities, Indian tribal governments, federally funded research and development centers, and other eligible organizations.

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Federal CyberCorps: Scholarship for Service: https://www.sfs.opm.govScholarship For Service (SFS) is a unique program designed to increase and strengthen the cadre of federal information assurance professionals that protect the government's critical information infrastructure. This program provides scholarships that fully fund the typical costs that students pay for books, tuition, and room and board while attending an approved institution of higher learning. Additionally, participants receive stipends of up to $8,000 for undergraduate and $12,000 for graduate students. The scholarships are funded through grants awarded by the National Science Foundation.Partnership for Public Service – A Guide to the Federal Student Loan Repayment Program and Other Student Programs: www.makingthedifference.orgFederal Student Education Employment Program: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-authorities/students-recent-graduates/#url=Summer-Hiring

The Student Temporary Employment Program (STEP), and the Student Career Experience Program (SCEP). The STEP provides maximum flexibility to both students and managers because the nature of the work does not have to be related to the student's academic or career goals. The SCEP, however, provides work experience which is directly related to the student's academic program and career goals. Students in the SCEP may be noncompetitively converted to term, career or career-conditional appointments following completion of their academic and work experience requirements.

United States Senate: http://www.senate.gov/employment/po/positions.htmPositions: Speech Writer, Outreach Representative, Banking Legislative Assistant, Staff Assistant, Education Legislative Assistant, Legislative Correspondent, Policy and Senate Procedure Director, Assistant Scheduler, Press Secretary, Summer Interns, Fellow, Policy Advisor, Committee Investigator, Visitor Assistant, Legislative Assistant, Communication Director, Law Clerks, Media Relations Coordinator, Interns, Office Manager, Press Interns, Legislative Internships, Administrative Intern, , Information Technology Administrator

United States Congress: http://www.house.gov/content/jobs/House Vacancy Announcement & Placement Service

http://www.house.gov/content/jobs/hvaps_subscribe.phpPositions with House Organizations: http://www.house.gov/content/jobs/vacancies.php

U.S. Department of Labor https://www.dol.gov/U.S. Dept. of Labor’s CareerOne Stop

https://www.careeronestop.org/JobSearch/findjobs/find-jobs.aspx

U.S. Department of Labor Apprenticeship USAs Opportunities https://www.dol.gov/featured/apprenticeship/find-

opportunities

State Job Banks https://www.careeronestop.org/JobSearch/FindJobs/state-job-banks.aspx

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Social Services – Job Listings and ResourcesIdealist (Local, National & International) Volunteer & Paid Employment

http://www.idealist.org/

Foundation Center (Local and National):http://philanthropynewsdigest.org/jobs

City Limits (New York City): http://www.citylimits.org/jobs

Western New York Law Center (New York State):http://wnylc.net/jobcenter

United Neighborhood Houses (New York City)http://www.unhny.org/about/jobs

A settlement house—sometimes also called a community or neighborhood center—is a neighborhood-based organization that provides services and activities designed to identify and reinforce the strengths of individuals, families and communities. Varying according to the needs of their neighborhoods, settlement programs may include: job training and employment programs, early childhood education, afterschool youth programs, arts education and performances, computer labs, English-as-a-Second-Language and literacy education, citizenship instruction and legal counseling, mental health and home care, housing, senior centers and Meals-on-Wheels. Settlement houses also offer opportunities for community service: holding forums on local concerns, registering voters, and providing information about citywide issues.

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) is the nation’s largest and fastest growing public services employees union with more than 1.6 million working and retired members. AFSCME’s members provide the vital services that make America happen. We are nurses, corrections officers, child care providers, EMTs, sanitation workers and more. With members in hundreds of different occupations, AFSCME advocates for fairness in the workplace, excellence in public services and prosperity and opportunity for all working families.

AFSCME Employment Opportunitieshttp://www.afscme.org/union/employment

Deputy General Counsel, Digital Communications Specialist, Editorial Coordinator, Executive Office Assistant, Graphic Design Intern, Research Librarian I, Strategic Communications Assistant, Field Coordinator, Comptroller, Council Representative, Field Supervisor, Journey Organizer, Labor Educator, Labor Representative, Organizers, Retiree Coordinator, Retiree Program Coordinator, Union Organizer,

AFSCME Union Organizer http://www.afscme.org/organize/become-an-organizer/jobs

https://be-an-organizer.afscme.org/OFS/orgapp.aspxOrganizer-in-Training (OIT) - AFSCME Organizers-in-Training are in an intensive year-long program to learn the fundamentals of building worker power through union organizing. Organizers-in-Training come from diverse backgrounds of work, organizing and academic experience. Trainees are placed on campaigns with experienced Lead

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Organizers who provide mentoring and one-on-one training throughout the program. Salary starts at $41,259 with free single or family health coverage, car allowance, paid travel, 12 paid holidays, 401k, pension plan and more. Organizer - Organizers are committed to helping workers win social and economic justice on the job through building strong unions. Organizers are responsible for all aspects of assisting on union organizing campaigns, including campaign start-up, committee building, assessments, developing literature and running meetings and workplace actions. Salary starts at $48,187 with free family health coverage, car allowance, 13 paid holidays, 401k, pension plan and more. Lead Organizer - AFSCME Lead Organizers are committed to helping workers win social and economic justice through building strong unions. Lead Organizers are responsible for all aspects of running union organizing campaigns, including targeting, planning, and leading workers and staff. In addition to performing all the duties of an Organizer, Lead Organizers help plan and implement campaign strategy and lead teams of AFSCME organizers, Volunteer Member Organizers and Organizers-in-Training in running campaigns. Salary starts at $74,219 with free family health coverage, car allowance, 13 paid holidays, 401k, pension plan and more. Women and people of color are strongly encouraged to apply.AFSCME/UNCF Union Scholars Program http://www.afscme.org/

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Private Sector Employment Links

Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/Glass Door https://www.glassdoor.com/index.htmIndeed http://www.indeed.com/Monster.com https://www.monster.com/Jobs2 Careers http://www.jobs2careers.com/

Training ResourcesWork Incentive Seminar Events (WISE) Ticket to Work Webinars

https://www.chooseworkttw.net/webinar/ Upcoming Ticket to Work Webinar - 10/26/16: Ticket to Work and Mentorship

GovLoop https://www.govloop.com/

Other ResourcesNortheast ADA Technical Assistance Center http://www.northeastada.org/Employment for Jobseekers and Employees with Disabilities - http://www.northeastada.org/pages/employment/jobseekers.cfmRights and Responsibilities of Individuals with Disabilities Represented by a Union -http://www.northeastada.org/docs/Union%20Briefs/Union%20brief%202/Union%20Brief%202_Rights%20and%20Responsibilities.pdf

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) https://www.eeoc.gov/U.S. EEOC Disability Discrimination

https://www.eeoc.gov/laws/types/disability.cfm

Job Accommodation Network https://askjan.org/New York State Industries for the Disabled, Inc. (NYSID) http://www.nysid.org/

Global Apprenticeships Network http://www.gan-global.org/

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10. Committee & Subcommittee Reports (Continued)F. Public Policy

Public Policy CommitteeSeptember 12, 201610:00 am

Present: Brad Williams, Shelley Klein, Alan Krieger, Meghan Schoeffling, Carla Lewis-Irizarry, Henry Nixon, Marieta Austin, Sue Ruff.

Alan asked if the DVRN was still active as an objective. Brad confirmed it had ended. It was felt that a pre-evaluation discussion would be beneficial for certain outcomes of the SSAN objective – the one objective that the committee would be responsible for evaluating.

In the past year, the outcome for the number of local partnerships and coalitions established was 70. Alan asked if there was criteria for what a partnership or coalition is. Meghan mentioned that partnerships and coalitions are defined on the NYAIL website and on the reporting form. It was also mentioned that the need to establish new partnerships and coalitions is never over. New partnerships are contractually required every year, as you cannot count the last year’s partnerships in reporting for the new fiscal year.

This prompted Alan to suggest revisiting the intention of the objective, which is that the centers will be active and organizing. Establishing coalitions may be the wrong objective, and could be replaced with establishing and maintaining partnerships and coalitions. Establishing new coalitions may not always be necessary, and the maintaining of prior relationships is important to report.

The group moved on to education alerts.

While he acknowledges that impact can be difficult to quantify, Alan would like to see more meaningful ways of measuring the impact of education alerts. Oral and written testimonies are possible impacts, as well as phone calls made. But oral and written testimony are a separate outcome. The passage of bills and other systems change are also possible impacts of these alerts. Again, significant systems change is a separate outcome. Alan recommends trying to link the action alerts and organizing activities to the letters and phone calls, if that’s possible. The point is to document impact rather than just activity. He is also suggesting that in the annual report, determine is a connections can be made between the action alerts, oral and written testimony activity, and significant system change for consistent issues.

Alan reiterated that it would be valuable to link the action alerts to the impacts, such as letter writing, telephone calls to other forms of testimony and impact such as significant systems change or even the data. The annual report contains impact numbers for the outcomes.

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Brad suggested that for the educational alerts NYAIL could report on the subset for which they have analytical data, as an example of impact. This data would only be for a percentage of the total alerts, but would provide a useful snapshot.

Post-election Survey:

Brad pulled together a draft of potential questions for the post-election survey. The first question is a disability identifier.

The questions and the order of the questions were discussed at length, as well as clarifying that the survey is completely anonymous and non-partisan. It should be made explicitly clear on the survey itself that it is anonymous and non-partisan. The survey will be done through a pollster, because the sample size will be much larger than if it were done in-house.

There was some clarification needed for the BMD machine question, because sometimes people will choose not to use it even if it is available. There are multiple issues related to the BMD that may keep people from using it.

It was also decided to have a more nuanced option to the gender question available, rather than just male or female.

It was decided that the income question will be kept to individual rather than household income, and should including disability benefits, if applicable.

Other questions related to demographics were discussed, such as housing, and the type of area in which respondents are living (rural, suburban, urban, etc.). The committee decided that the survey should ask consumers their county of residence, and the type of transportation they most commonly use.

The committee would like to see the updated questions again before they are finalized and passed on to the pollsters.

Meeting adjourned.

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10. Committee & Subcommittee Reports (Continued)H. Emergency Preparedness

NYSILC Emergency Preparedness CommitteeConference Call, 9-20-16Present: Sue R., Sara D. (Arise), Jim, Michael H. (Westchester), Alex R., Ken, Dave,Phil, Beata (Excused: Susan G., Julie H.)  

1.    July Minutes – accepted2.    Jim - Core Advisory Groups (CAGs)– briefings continuing; 25 people in Broome last

week; theme of promoting participation of people with disabilities; discussion of home health care agency response and back-up and development of collaborative strategy. Briefings in Schenectady, Saratoga, Washington, Warren counties were held with plans for Albany and Atlantic (NJ) in progress. List of attendees? Sue has Broome list. Dave requested copy for his grant work. Jim can provide the names of the leads at the host sites. Stephanie Woodward and Adam Prizio are joining the state Human Services Committee.

3.    Shirley Madewell provided plans – Sue will send out info to everyone. If interested, please get back to Shirley.

4.    Shared Edith’s comments about weekend NYC incident and access needs of residents living near the bomb site.

5.    Dave – DDPC grant was approved for three years to develop accessibility and functional needs training. Back and forth with Comptroller’s office since it is a sole source grant. Also, Dave has had some meetings with state Office of Emergency Management people to clear up a lack of understanding about concepts and objectives. DDPC has also spoken with OEM. DDPC wants to see the grant move forward. Dave will send out materials to our committee. Dave met with Director of Safety at OPWDD. They now have an Emergency Management person, Richard Bell. Dave has had a lot of support for first responder training in the past and continues to meet with people around the state to promote greater knowledge of the needs of people with disabilities. He can’t be at the October state human services committee meeting, but Sue will continue to stress the importance of his grant and work around the state.

6.    Sara – had a meeting last week – small meeting (Susan G., Phil, Kate and Sara) and they identified four components – sheltering, transportation, alerts and warnings, support systems. They will invite people for each of those needs areas and talk with them – they want people at the table who have responsibility for specific areas. Trying to utilize time of officials in best way they can.

7.    Sue had a call with a staff for Senator Schumer on the difficulties some people are having with planning disaster needs with their counties. We had heard that counties lost federal discretionary dollars and are under budget constraints –county reps state it is a barrier for funds to pay for ASL. Costs for ASL or other access, Dave reminded us - municipalities are breaking the law – everyday - by not including access dollars in their budgets. What is ADA going to cost? Been twenty six years - your investment in access is beneficial to all your residents. Emergency management falls under your county responsibilities. Who pays for accommodation services? Jim pointed out that it is a civil right. 504 of the

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Rehabilitation Act and Title II of ADA are in effect. All county departments need to be held responsible. Erie County has a committee on disability access, as does the town of Amherst. Sara asked about how to deal with recalcitrant counties. Jim suggested that the ILC attorney needs to get together with the county’s attorney and have a conversation about 504 and Title II, as they require the counties to cover these costs (total county – not just some departments). Jim said that the ASL issue comes up in all the CAG meetings. Michael pointed out that in legal, court cases, municipalities lose.

8.    New building – in Albany at SUNY site. Jim said there is a federal access board guy – to look at accessibility review before and during. Rex Pace is the person they worked with in NYC at the new World Trade Center building. Jim and Alex will give us his contact information. Sue will reach out to him.

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10. Committee & Subcommittee Reports (Continued)L. Outreach

Outreach CommitteeSeptember 1, 201610 AM

Present: Brad Williams, Lindsay Miller, Bob Gumson, Lonna Kelly, Roger Benn

The quarterly data regarding the progress of the ten capacity building projects sponsored by the council was reviewed. The projects are almost at the end of year two. The outcome is 60 CSRs per 10 projects for a total of 600. The projects are a little over 300 collectively, which is 50% of the goal at nearly 75% of project completion. The projects are behind compared to projections, but they picked up in the most recent past quarter. Only one project had no CSR activity in the immediate past quarter.

The organizational contacts are on target. The collective goal of 50 has been exceeded. The projects were active in the first quarter, minimal in the second, and then picked up in the third quarter.

Funding outcome, which is related to the self-sustaining goal of the program: Two projects attracted $43,000. WNYIL attracted $200,000 from the Tower Foundation, with a yearly disbursement schedule. They have access to approximately $41,000 annually. ATI Courtland also received some funds.

How-to technical manuals: It was necessary to estimate how much was done based on the feedback in the reports, because the reports are not clear in respect to progress. Only a couple have not reported any progress.

There are 12 reports for the capacity building projects for this committee meeting. Ten are for the April to June quarter, and two for the January to March quarter. All reports are in, and STIC and RICL also gave late January – March reports.

Bob raised a question regarding inconsistent information, and needing clarification and revision on some of the reports. Brad reported back about the projects identified last meeting where we had questions or felt the reports didn’t provide us with enough information. He remarked that he was happy to see that in the Bronx the service activity stepped up do to 1:1 approach in their outreach. The smaller group participation allowed them to increase CSR numbers. North Country is doing more outreach and connecting with the media and attempting to achieve more capacity, providing rural transportation to medical appointments, and better access. They are networking with other organizations to connect with more funding opportunities.

RILC was in transition with executive directors and with the project staff. They were behind in some of their reports. However, Brad had a great discussion with director David Jacobsen and the new staff person in charge of the project. They are very engaged and involved with school youth and employment transition services. STIC pulled the plug on their project after several attempts to hire a coordinator. They notified Bob Gumson

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and handed in their reports. Brad could not connect with RCIL Utica, and he will continue to try to connect with them.

RCIL Utica/Herkimer is committed to underserved and minority populations in their project. Brad wondered why their outreach was not resulting in new CSRs. Bob supposes that the mission is more to reach out to minority and non-English speaking communities, but it may not result in new CSRs right away, but it does increase awareness. Brad would like to reach out and speak to RCIL to better understand this situation, and regarding the how-to manual. The center may be getting I & Rs and not recording those in their numbers.

The question was raised regarding the viability of projects that are at end of the second year and are not producing at least 50% of the projected CSRs. Centers committed to reaching 60 people a year, and they are contracted to do so. Are they doing what we wanted them to do for the money they were given to do it? Brad responded that the projects may require a more nuanced assessment other than just numbers. Activities related to the projects must be taken into consideration, even if it isn’t reflected in the numbers. These programs create value in their ability to be replicated.

Centers that are perceived as falling short on their deliverables may be able to reach out to centers with similar target populations that are doing well in order to receive technical assistance. A center will know if the project has value, and if it is of value to their consumers, even if it isn’t reflected in the numbers. Physical technical support is not available from NYSILC, and the centers must be independent when running their programs. There is not always an easy answer to whether or not a program has value. In the case of STIC it was obvious that the program was not going to work, and they cut the program. But it must be kept in mind that the funding was competitive, and there must be a way to meaningfully evaluate the programs that received funding.

Goals and outcomes are decided in advance, and perhaps those goals were set too high. If a center is not producing, then a conversation is necessary with that center. The how-to manual is a very important aspect of these projects, and they will help with the evaluation and the reproduction of useful programs.

Entering into the last year, a brief summary of the projects at of the end of the second year will be necessary. This will allow the centers to see where they are with their projects, remind them of the importance of the how-to manuals, and what needs to be done to meet their goals. Brad will need to send such a memo to the projects by October.

It was also decided that based on language in the SPIL, a small group will need to convene to define the content of the “how to” manuals for the CBILCO projects. This will include how to evaluate the manuals and best distribute and post them for the benefit of the network.

Pat Figueroa sponsorships were active in the third quarter with the ADAPT and NCIL conferences. The participants were pleased to be able to attend the conference. There were no other comments regarding the Figueroa sponsorships.

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Emily Ladau put in for the Pat Figueroa sponsorship, she is the new youth representative to the NCIL board. She does not need the sponsorship this year, but she’s hoping to get two for next year. Brad will respond back to her that she may be able to be reimbursed for her travel and hotel for this year’s November meeting if she makes those reservations before September 30 (end of fiscal year), followed by an application early next year.

Meeting adjourned.

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