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Commissioner Jordan asked about the size of the vehicle and felt that one <br /> could be obtained for a price less than the estimated $36,000. The <br /> Commissioners discussed the type of van needed and felt that one that <br /> accommodated five people plus a driver would be the most suitable. They <br /> also preferred the vans with a fold-down ramp rather than a lift. Therapeutic <br /> Coordinator Tulioc said she has various types of literature on vans and will <br /> provide that information to Commissioner Truscelli. <br /> Note: Staff has been advised that vehicles with fold-down <br /> ramps do not comply with ADA codes. <br /> ITEM 3-DRIVER LIABILITY EXEMPTION FOLLOW UP INFORMATION <br /> Commissioner Lloyd said he met with an individual from the State <br /> Democratic Committee regarding drafting a resolution to get this matter on <br /> the State Democratic platform. He said the individual felt the resolution <br /> could stand alone but requested supporting letters from the San Mateo <br /> County Commission on Aging, the California Senior Legislature and any <br /> others who have gone on record in support of this issue. Chairperson <br /> Anthony said he would obtain the necessary documentation and get to <br /> Commissioner Jordan. <br /> ITEM 4-TRANSPORTATION <br /> Chairperson Anthony reviewed a report from SamTrans regarding the <br /> Monthly Operations Statistics from RediWheels for the period of January <br /> 1993 through January 1994. He said he has not received many complaints <br /> from seniors regarding the RediWheels program and will present this <br /> information to the PCC on Friday, April 15. He noted that Bill Welsh of <br /> SamTrans will contact each person individually to try and resolve their <br /> complaints. Chairperson Anthony said he felt it was necessary to build the <br /> confidence of the riders in the RediWheels program. He said that <br /> RediWheels is considered "on time" if they arrive 20 minutes before or after <br /> the scheduled arrival time. In addition, once the vehicle arrives, the patron <br /> has five (5) minutes to get on board the van. <br /> Commissioner Jordan inquired about any re-negotiation in contract price to <br /> Mayflower due to the lower price they originally bid during this current <br /> contract. <br /> ITEM 5 - BROWN ACT REVIEW-NEW IMPLICATIONS <br /> Superintendent Hartman reviewed the revised Brown Act with the <br /> Commissioners and the fact that there can no longer be an open-ended <br /> "Roundtable/Matters of Commission Interest". This item been replaced by <br /> "Announcements". She stated that if the Commissioners want to make an <br />