Chair Sheehan Case Study
Chair Sheehan discussed the current direction of the AAC and beyond. Over the years, the AAC has advised Metro’s Board of Directors on issues affecting all customers, including customers with disabilities. Chair Sheehan applauded the former Vice-Chair's for all their hard work and indicated that he is eager to work with the new leadership. Additionally, he stated that the Subcommittee’s leadership has good judgment and given those areas stability.
Chair Sheehan encouraged all members to take up the mantle and become more active in the works of the AAC. As a member of the AAC leadership, it is expected that members will attend any or all of the following meetings: Metro's Board meeting, Board Subcommittee meetings, Quarterly Leadership …show more content…
He suggested that the AAC leadership use a monthly calendar to sign-up for activities. He encouraged Subcommittee chair's to participate, stating that this approach will offer mentoring opportunities for everyone. In response to a question about the weekly schedule of the Board meetings, Chair Sheehan indicated that the meetings and materials are online. All members are encouraged to attend or listen to become better informed so the AAC can continue to be effective in advising Metro on transportation issues related to the disability community.
Vic-Chair Rush stated that she is committed to advancing the good works of the AAC and emphasized the necessity of members to attend and participate in all the meetings and activities. She indicated that she takes the role of representing the public seriously and suggested that public meetings, emergency exercises also be added to the calendar as well.
Mr. Crawford suggested that another way to increase participation of members, is to ensure that each member has an opportunity to speak on every topic before second comments are made. He stated that it important for members to use their talents in a way that is effective. Everyone may not be able to participate in the emergency exercise; however that member may be to attend the Board’s subcommittee meetings and report back to the AAC in
Chair Sheehan encouraged all members to take up the mantle and become more active in the works of the AAC. As a member of the AAC leadership, it is expected that members will attend any or all of the following meetings: Metro's Board meeting, Board Subcommittee meetings, Quarterly Leadership …show more content…
He suggested that the AAC leadership use a monthly calendar to sign-up for activities. He encouraged Subcommittee chair's to participate, stating that this approach will offer mentoring opportunities for everyone. In response to a question about the weekly schedule of the Board meetings, Chair Sheehan indicated that the meetings and materials are online. All members are encouraged to attend or listen to become better informed so the AAC can continue to be effective in advising Metro on transportation issues related to the disability community.
Vic-Chair Rush stated that she is committed to advancing the good works of the AAC and emphasized the necessity of members to attend and participate in all the meetings and activities. She indicated that she takes the role of representing the public seriously and suggested that public meetings, emergency exercises also be added to the calendar as well.
Mr. Crawford suggested that another way to increase participation of members, is to ensure that each member has an opportunity to speak on every topic before second comments are made. He stated that it important for members to use their talents in a way that is effective. Everyone may not be able to participate in the emergency exercise; however that member may be to attend the Board’s subcommittee meetings and report back to the AAC in