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PUBLIC MEETING
Notice of PUBLIC HEARINGS Sponsored by
California Department of Rehabilitation
PURPOSE: Receive public input to help determine preferred use of Title VII Chapter 2 funds for independent living services for older individuals who are blind.
The California Department of Rehabilitation received a significant financial augmentation under Title VII Chapter 2 of the Rehabilitation Act for federal fiscal year 2000. The Public Hearing will provide an opportunity for anyone who is interested to submit suggestions, orally or in writing to the Department, for utilizing these funds. Moneys allocated under Title VII Chapter 2 of the Rehabilitation Act are for independent living skill training to older individuals who are blind, including but not limited to, evaluation, information and referral, orientation and mobility, transportation, guide, reader and interpreter services, and provision of adaptive equipment and training in its use.
May 30, 31
10:00 - 3:00
Dept. of Rehabilitation
2000 Evergreen Street
Pacific Room
Sacramento, CA 95815
(916) 263-8953
June 5, 6
10:00 - 3:00
Braille Institute
527 N. Dale Street
Career Room
Anaheim, CA 92801
(714) 821-5000
June 8, 9
10:00 - 3:00
Orientation Ctr. f/t Blind
400 Adams Street
Auditorium
Albany, CA 95706
(510) 559-1208
GENERAL INFORMATION: To schedule a specific speaking time, if desired, call the Services for the Blind Section at (916) 263-8953.
WRITTEN COMMENTS: Are encouraged and should be brought to the hearing, mailed or faxed by June 13 to: Services for the Blind Section, Department of Rehabilitation, 2000 Evergreen Street, Sacramento, CA 95815. FAX: (916) 263-7478.
ACCESS: The hearing facilities are wheelchair accessible. If you need additional disability accommodations, e.g., sign language interpreters, call (916) 263-8953 no less than 5 working days before the hearing.
