From svangorp at nfbi.org  Tue Aug  4 02:34:33 2020
From: svangorp at nfbi.org (Scott Van Gorp)
Date: Mon, 3 Aug 2020 21:34:33 -0500
Subject: [Tall-Corn] FW: {Disarmed} New Presidential Release Available
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Good Evening Federation Family:

This release isn?t live, but it?s full of valuable information! Please take a listen before this month?s chapter meetings if you are able to!

 

 

Scott Van Gorp, President
National Federation of the Blind of Iowa
Phone: 515-720-5282
 <mailto:svangorp at nfbi.org> Email

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Live the life you want.

The National Federation of the Blind of Iowa is a community of members and friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation?s blind. Every day we work together to help blind people live the lives they want.

 

From: National Federation of the Blind <webmaster at nfb.org> 
Sent: Saturday, August 1, 2020 7:30 AM
Subject: {Disarmed} New Presidential Release Available

 


 






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Presidential Release Now Available


The presidential release is a monthly audio message from President Mark A. Riccobono to be shared at each of our chapter meetings across the country as a common bond. It highlights current activities of the National Federation of the Blind and provides the President?s perspective.


August Presidential Release


This month hear from President Riccobono discuss the national convention, importance of voting, and more.

August Presidential Release <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=18131&qid=4002486> 


Additional Ways to Access


The presidential release can also be found on NFB-NEWSLINE?, on your podcast client by searching for "National Federation of the Blind," or on your Amazon device by saying, "Alexa, play presidential release podcast." English and Spanish transcripts will be available on the website as soon as possible after the initial publishing.


 

 

	
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From svangorp at nfbi.org  Tue Aug  4 03:12:57 2020
From: svangorp at nfbi.org (Scott Van Gorp)
Date: Mon, 3 Aug 2020 22:12:57 -0500
Subject: [Tall-Corn] FW: [Nfbnet-members-list] Legislative Alert 8-3-2020
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Good Evening Federation Family:

See below for some very important legislative updates. We need to continue to gather support in the House for the Access Technology Affordability act. We also need to encourage our senators to pass Sami?s Law, H.R. 4686 which would increase protections for those who use ride sharing apps. Finally, we must take action to protect blind and other disabled workers from losing ADA protections under ADA Title I and III as part of S. 4317, the Safe To Work act. Please see John?s explanation of the issues below, and please feel free to reach out if there are any questions!

 

Scott Van Gorp, President
National Federation of the Blind of Iowa
Phone: 515-720-5282
Email <mailto:svangorp at nfbi.org> 

 <http://www.nfbi.org/> Website 
 <https://www.facebook.com/National-Federation-Of-the-Blind-Of-Iowa-372681823082570/posts> Facebook 
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Live the life you want.

The National Federation of the Blind of Iowa is a community of members and friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation?s blind. Every day we work together to help blind people live the lives they want.

 

  

 

From: NFBNet-Members-List <nfbnet-members-list-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Pare, John via NFBNet-M686 embers-List
Sent: Monday, August 3, 2020 4:03 PM
To: nfbnet-members-list at nfbnet.org
Subject: [Nfbnet-members-list] Legislative Alert 8-3-2020

 

Dear Federation Family:

 

I wanted to share some truly great news. We are up to 121 cosponsors on the Access Technology Affordability Act in the House and 24 in the Senate. This would not be possible without your calls, emails, and social media. 

 

While we still need to build cosponsor support for the Access Technology Affordability Act, there are two new issues which need our immediate attention. Last week, on Wednesday, July 29, the House passed Sami?s Law (H.R. 4686) without objection. This legislation will increase the safety of ridesharing apps and will ensure that these safety measures are nonvisually accessible. The National Federation of the Blind has worked closely with the sponsor of the bill, Representative Chris Smith of New Jersey, to make sure that blind rideshare users will not be excluded from the bill?s additional safety measures. The bill has now been transmitted to the Senate for consideration, and we need to call or email every member of the Senate and urge them to pass H.R. 4686, Sami?s Law.

 

The second urgent matter is one of the newly proposed COVID-19 relief bills in the Senate. The SAFE TO WORK Act, S. 4317 contains a section that would eliminate critical protections established in Titles I and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Please contact your senators and urge them to amend this harmful language out of S. 4317.

 

When you call or email your senators you might say something like:

 

"Hello, my name is [YOUR NAME], and I am a constituent of [SENATOR NAME]. I live in [CITY, STATE]. The House recently passed H.R. 4686, Sami?s Law. This bill will make it safer for all people, including blind people, to use rideshare companies, and I urge you to vote in favor of this legislation when it is considered in the Senate. Additionally, I would strongly urge you to propose an amendment to strike Section 181(a)(1)(G) and Section 181(b) from S. 4317, the SAFE TO WORK Act. The language currently contained in Section 181 critically weakens the protections for disabled Americans set forth in the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Please ensure that the protections of the ADA are maintained by amending this legislation. Thank you.?

 

It is critical that you contact your two senators on these two pieces of legislation as soon as possible, as the Senate is scheduled to enter its traditional August recess starting Friday, August 7. We don?t want to miss the opportunity to get meaningful legislation passed and to prevent harmful legislation from becoming law. 

 

You can contact your senators by calling the Capitol Switchboard and asking for the office in question. The number is 202-224-3121. If you email your senators, please copy Jeff Kaloc at jkaloc at nfb.org <mailto:jkaloc at nfb.org> . Your calls and emails do make a difference.

 

We recommend you call or email the legislative director in your senator's office. If you need the name and email of the appropriate staff person for any Senate or House office, please email Jesa Medders at jmedders at nfb.org <mailto:jmedders at nfb.org> . 

 

Thank you.

 

John G. Par? Jr. 

Executive Director for Advocacy and Policy 

National Federation of the Blind

200 East Wells Street

Baltimore, MD 21230

Telephone: (410) 659-9314, extension 2218

Cell phone: (410) 917-1965

Email: jpare at nfb.org <mailto:jpare at nfb.org>  

 

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From m.barber817 at gmail.com  Wed Aug  5 16:18:39 2020
From: m.barber817 at gmail.com (m.barber817 at gmail.com)
Date: Wed, 5 Aug 2020 11:18:39 -0500
Subject: [Tall-Corn] Clarification on S4317
Message-ID: <008501d66b44$14ba2520$3e2e6f60$@gmail.com>

On Monday we received a legislative alert from John Pare.  I wrote my
letters to Grassley and Ernst as requested, but I felt I needed
clarification on the language talked about in S4317.  Here's the response I
received from Kyle Walls from our national office.

 

As the bill is written, the language of the ADA itself would not change, but
employers and owners/operators of places of public accommodation would be
protected from penalties if accessibility barriers were put in place as an
effort to combat the spread of the coronavirus. This liability protection
would last for a period of approximately five years, beginning December 1,
2019 and ending on October 1, 2024. 

 

The SAFE TO WORK Act Section 181(a)(1) includes "Title I of the Americans
with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12111 et seq.)" as part of the
definition of "covered Federal employment law." Section 181 (a)(2) states
that "in any action, proceeding, or investigation resulting from or related
to an actual, alleged, feared, or potential for exposure to coronavirus, or
a change in working conditions caused by a law, rule, declaration, or order
related to coronavirus, an employer shall not be subject to any enforcement
proceeding or liability under any provision of a covered Federal employment
law."

Section 181(b) would extend that same limitation of liability to places of
public accommodation. 181(b)(1)(B) includes "title III of the Americans with
Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12181 et seq.)" in its definition of
"covered public accommodation law." Section 181(b)(2)(A) states, "during any
public health emergency period, no person who owns, leases (or leases to),
or operates a place of public accommodation shall be liable under, or found
in violation of, any covered public accommodation law for any action or
measure taken regarding coronavirus and that place of public accommodation."

We hope this clarifies exactly what language would affect blind Americans,
and what we are asking Congress to remove from the bill.

 

Regards,

Kyle

 

Kyle Walls

Research and Regulatory Specialist

200 East Wells Street, Baltimore, MD 21230

410-659-9314, extension 2223 | kwalls at nfb.org <mailto:kwalls at nfb.org>  

 

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From webmaster at nfb.org  Wed Aug  5 19:00:27 2020
From: webmaster at nfb.org (National Federation of the Blind)
Date: Wed,  5 Aug 2020 19:00:27 +0000 (UTC)
Subject: [Tall-Corn] Continuing The Fight for Blind Voters
Message-ID: <20200805190027.38950604A3F2@lx-web-pri.nfb.org>

 

 		 [1]

CONTINUING THE FIGHT FOR BLIND VOTERS

Through our affiliates across the nation and in partnership with other
blindness and disability-rights advocates, we seek to ensure that all blind
voters can vote privately and independently from the safety of their own
homes during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. For too long, election
officials in most states have ignored their legal obligation to make
absentee and mail-in ballots accessible to the blind, despite urgent
requests from us even before the pandemic gripped our nation. 

UPDATE ON PROGRESS

We are now taking the battle to these election officials. In the days
surrounding the thirtieth anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities
Act, we filed suit in both Texas [2] and Virginia [3] seeking court orders
requiring those states to make the needed changes to their voting
procedures. Litigation is also still ongoing in Michigan [4], New Hampshire
[5], New York [6], and Pennsylvania [7]. 

ADDITIONAL ACTION

Resolution 2020-23, passed by the 2020 National Convention, also demands
amendments to the Help America Vote Act that cover absentee voting and
voting by mail. These actions are a part of a legal and advocacy strategy
to ultimately secure the right of blind voters everywhere to participate
fully and equally in all aspects of federal, state, and local elections. 

If you have questions or concerns regarding voting in your state, please
connect with your affiliate president [8] or your local board of elections.
For the latest news on our efforts, you can visit our Press room [7] and
NFB in the news [9] pages. More information on our voting efforts will also
be coming to our website and to your inbox soon. 

 		 [10] 
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21230 | 410-659-9314 

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From svangorp at nfbi.org  Fri Aug  7 02:13:32 2020
From: svangorp at nfbi.org (Scott Van Gorp)
Date: Thu, 6 Aug 2020 21:13:32 -0500
Subject: [Tall-Corn] FW: [DSM-Iowa] Clarification on S4317
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Good Evening Federation Family:

I'm sending this clarification on one of the pieces of legislation in the
alert sent out earlier this week. Michael, thank you for tracking down more
information that could be helpful as people take action on this issue! See
below.

 

 

Scott Van Gorp, President
National Federation of the Blind of Iowa
Phone: 515-720-5282
Email <mailto:svangorp at nfbi.org> 

 <http://www.nfbi.org/> Website 
 
<https://www.facebook.com/National-Federation-Of-the-Blind-Of-Iowa-372681823
082570/posts> Facebook 
 <https://twitter.com/nfb_iowa> Twitter 
Live the life you want.

The National Federation of the Blind of Iowa is a community of members and
friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation's blind. Every day
we work together to help blind people live the lives they want.

 

From: DSM-Iowa <dsm-iowa-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Michael Barber via
DSM-Iowa
Sent: Wednesday, August 5, 2020 11:19 AM
To: 'Des Moines Chapter List, NFB of Iowa' <dsm-iowa at nfbnet.org>; 'NFB of
Iowa Internet Mailing List' <tall-corn at nfbnet.org>
Cc: m.barber817 at gmail.com
Subject: [DSM-Iowa] Clarification on S4317
Sensitivity: Personal

 

On Monday we received a legislative alert from John Pare.  I wrote my
letters to Grassley and Ernst as requested, but I felt I needed
clarification on the language talked about in S4317.  Here's the response I
received from Kyle Walls from our national office.

 

As the bill is written, the language of the ADA itself would not change, but
employers and owners/operators of places of public accommodation would be
protected from penalties if accessibility barriers were put in place as an
effort to combat the spread of the coronavirus. This liability protection
would last for a period of approximately five years, beginning December 1,
2019 and ending on October 1, 2024. 

 

The SAFE TO WORK Act Section 181(a)(1) includes "Title I of the Americans
with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12111 et seq.)" as part of the
definition of "covered Federal employment law." Section 181 (a)(2) states
that "in any action, proceeding, or investigation resulting from or related
to an actual, alleged, feared, or potential for exposure to coronavirus, or
a change in working conditions caused by a law, rule, declaration, or order
related to coronavirus, an employer shall not be subject to any enforcement
proceeding or liability under any provision of a covered Federal employment
law."

Section 181(b) would extend that same limitation of liability to places of
public accommodation. 181(b)(1)(B) includes "title III of the Americans with
Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12181 et seq.)" in its definition of
"covered public accommodation law." Section 181(b)(2)(A) states, "during any
public health emergency period, no person who owns, leases (or leases to),
or operates a place of public accommodation shall be liable under, or found
in violation of, any covered public accommodation law for any action or
measure taken regarding coronavirus and that place of public accommodation."

We hope this clarifies exactly what language would affect blind Americans,
and what we are asking Congress to remove from the bill.

 

Regards,

Kyle

 

Kyle Walls

Research and Regulatory Specialist

200 East Wells Street, Baltimore, MD 21230

410-659-9314, extension 2223 | kwalls at nfb.org <mailto:kwalls at nfb.org>  

 

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who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation's blind. Every day we work
together to help blind people live the lives they want. 

 

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From svangorp at nfbi.org  Fri Aug  7 02:18:57 2020
From: svangorp at nfbi.org (Scott Van Gorp)
Date: Thu, 6 Aug 2020 21:18:57 -0500
Subject: [Tall-Corn] FW:  Continuing The Fight for Blind Voters
In-Reply-To: <20200805190027.38950604A3F2@lx-web-pri.nfb.org>
References: <20200805190027.38950604A3F2@lx-web-pri.nfb.org>
Message-ID: <00a701d66c61$2020b410$60621c30$@nfbi.org>

I?m circulating this update as it shows the work being taken across the country to secure voting rights during the pandemic and beyond. Iowa is also working very actively on this issue, and I hope to provide more information on our efforts in the coming days on a couple of different actions we are taking.

 

Scott Van Gorp, President
National Federation of the Blind of Iowa
Phone: 515-720-5282
 <mailto:svangorp at nfbi.org> Email

 <http://www.nfbi.org/> Website 
 <https://www.facebook.com/National-Federation-Of-the-Blind-Of-Iowa-372681823082570/posts> Facebook 
 <https://twitter.com/nfb_iowa> Twitter 
Live the life you want.

The National Federation of the Blind of Iowa is a community of members and friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation?s blind. Every day we work together to help blind people live the lives they want.

 

From: Tall-Corn <tall-corn-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of National Federation of the Blind via Tall-Corn
Sent: Wednesday, August 5, 2020 2:00 PM
To: tall-corn at nfbnet.org
Cc: National Federation of the Blind <webmaster at nfb.org>
Subject: [Tall-Corn] Continuing The Fight for Blind Voters

 


 






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Continuing The Fight for Blind Voters


Through our affiliates across the nation and in partnership with other blindness and disability-rights advocates, we seek to ensure that all blind voters can vote privately and independently from the safety of their own homes during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. For too long, election officials in most states have ignored their legal obligation to make absentee and mail-in ballots accessible to the blind, despite urgent requests from us even before the pandemic gripped our nation. 


Update on Progress


We are now taking the battle to these election officials. In the days surrounding the thirtieth anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, we filed suit in both  <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=18200&qid=4002926> Texas and  <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=18201&qid=4002926> Virginia seeking court orders requiring those states to make the needed changes to their voting procedures. Litigation is also still ongoing in  <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=18202&qid=4002926> Michigan,  <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=18203&qid=4002926> New Hampshire,  <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=18204&qid=4002926> New York, and  <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=18205&qid=4002926> Pennsylvania.


Additional Action


Resolution 2020-23, passed by the 2020 National Convention, also demands amendments to the Help America Vote Act that cover absentee voting and voting by mail. These actions are a part of a legal and advocacy strategy to ultimately secure the right of blind voters everywhere to participate fully and equally in all aspects of federal, state, and local elections.

If you have questions or concerns regarding voting in your state, please connect with your  <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=18206&qid=4002926> affiliate president or your local board of elections. For the latest news on our efforts, you can visit our  <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=18205&qid=4002926> Press room and  <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=18207&qid=4002926> NFB in the news pages. More information on our voting efforts will also be coming to our website and to your inbox soon.


 

 

	
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From m.barber817 at gmail.com  Fri Aug  7 13:52:17 2020
From: m.barber817 at gmail.com (m.barber817 at gmail.com)
Date: Fri, 7 Aug 2020 08:52:17 -0500
Subject: [Tall-Corn] FW: Conlin's Rental Unit
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I wouldn?t normally do this, but there is a condo unit in our building at 2880 Grand Avenue in Des Moines for rent if someone is looking for a place to live.  The details are below.

 

 

 

Subject: Conlin's Rental Unit

 

Good morning all.

 

We've had an interesting communication from JB Conlin, owner of unit 107 in our building.  This unit was the former residence of our good friend, Dorothy Schatz, for 22 years.

 

JB's having difficulty finding the right person to rent the unit.  

 

This is one of only two rentals remaining in Summit House and it's "grandfathered" to be rentable so long as Conlin Properties owns the unit.   Our Horizontal Regime states such a rental must be for a minimum of two years.  Conlin says he'll make any mutually agreed upon improvement a new renter desires and fold that investment into a long term lease.  Conlin Properties is asking $1595 per month for rent.  The unit has 2-bedrooms, 2- bathrooms.

 

Though the Board would prefer that Conlin Properties sell the unit, I'm happy to see that JB is attempting to improve the property and find a long term client who would better fit the profile of our community here at Summit House.

 

JB kindly asks that if we know someone who would be a good long term renter to please alert them to this opportunity, or contact JB directly at:

 


JB Conlin
Conlin Properties, Inc.
3721 SW. 61st St., Suite A
Des Moines, IA 50321
JBConlin at ConlinProperties.com<mailto:JBConlin at ConlinProperties.com <mailto:JBConlin at ConlinProperties.com> >
515-246-2936  

 

 

 

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From m.barber817 at gmail.com  Fri Aug 14 15:11:47 2020
From: m.barber817 at gmail.com (m.barber817 at gmail.com)
Date: Fri, 14 Aug 2020 10:11:47 -0500
Subject: [Tall-Corn] The Inaccessibility of the private Absentee Ballot for
 Blind Voters
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This is a letter I've sent to Polk County, the Secretary of State's office
(again), as well as Emily Wharton and others.

 

I encourage you all to write some sort of letter to the Secretary of State's
Office at support at sos.iowa.gov <mailto:support at sos.iowa.gov>  and encourage
them to speed up the RFP process so we can have a process in place by
November 3.  You should also include your legislators when you write.  I
would be very interested in hearing any results.

 

Whatever you do, whether we end up with the right to vote a private absentee
ballot or what, please, please vote, even if it means someone has to help
fill out your absentee ballot.

 

Thanks for all your efforts.

 

 

 

Dear Supervisor of Elections: 

 

My name is Michael Barber. I am a member of the Des Moines Chapter, National
Federation of the Blind of Iowa. We are a proud affiliate of the National
Federation of the Blind, the nation's oldest and largest organization of the
blind. I am an eligible voter in Polk County, and I am writing to you
regarding the lack of an accessible way for me and other voters with print
disabilities in this county to Vote absentee. I strongly urge you to rectify
this inequity by implementing an electronic ballot delivery system for the
November 3, 2020 general election.

 

The COVID-19 pandemic has raised great concerns regarding the safety of
voting in person at a precinct polling place. Without an accessible way to
mark an absentee ballot, blind voters and other voters with print
disabilities are forced to choose between risking their health by voting at
a polling place, giving up their right to a secret ballot by telling their
choices to a friend or family member and trusting that person to mark the
inaccessible paper ballot as instructed, or not voting at all. Forcing a
blind voter to make this choice does not meet the requirement of the Help
America Vote Act, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), or
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act as amended in 1973  that voters with
disabilities be provided an accessible opportunity to vote privately and
independently as do nondisabled voters.

 

Since 2006, because of the Help America Vote Act, I've been able to proudly
cast my completely secret ballot.  Now I find that I am disenfranchised
because neither Polk County nor the State of Iowa allows for an accessible
private method for a blind person to vote a totally private absentee ballot.
I have attempted to contact Secretary of State Paul Pate, but he has not
responded to any of my communications directly.

 

For your information: Florida has recently certified Democracy Live as a
platform for electronic ballot delivery. Electronic ballot delivery systems
enable blind voters to mark an absentee ballot privately and independently
using a computer equipped with assistive technology, such as a screen
reader, screen magnification, or a refreshable Braille display. Once a voter
has marked their ballot, it can either be printed by the voter and sent by
regular mail, or dropped off at the Supervisor of Elections' office. Because
many voters do not have ready access to a printer, electronic ballot
delivery systems can also offer the option to download the ballot and email
it as an attachment to the Supervisor's office. At least 16 other states
around the country are permitting their blind voters to cast secret absentee
ballots if they wish

 

The right to cast a private and independent vote is a cornerstone of our
democracy. Therefore, I strongly urge your office to procure an electronic
ballot delivery system in time for the 2020 general election so that I, as a
blind voter, may cast my absentee ballot privately and independently, as
required by the ADA. Voters with print disabilities should not have to
choose between risking our health to vote at a polling place, giving up our
right to a secret ballot by having someone mark a paper absentee ballot for
us, or not voting at all. The implementation of an electronic ballot
delivery system that is accessible to blind and print disabled voters allows
us to continue to exercise our right to vote while remaining safe and
healthy.  

 

I appreciate your attention to this matter and look forward to discussing
this issue with you. Please feel free to contact me to discuss this vitally
important matter.   You may reach me either at
<mailto:m.barber817 at gmail.com> m.barber817 at gmail.com or (515) 284-1569.

 

Sincerely,

 



 

Michael Barber

Coordinator Of Accessible Voting

 

Best,

Michael Barber

Accessibility Voting Coordinator

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From svangorp at nfbi.org  Sat Aug 15 23:20:21 2020
From: svangorp at nfbi.org (Scott Van Gorp)
Date: Sat, 15 Aug 2020 18:20:21 -0500
Subject: [Tall-Corn] FW: New FAQ for the Young Adult Transition Program
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Good Evening Federation Family::

I wanted to share this for those who may not have seen it yet since I know
questions have been coming up regarding the new Young Adult Transition
program at the Iowa Department for the Blind. Please see below and feel free
to reach out to the contacts listed if there are any further questions.

 

 

Scott Van Gorp, President
National Federation of the Blind of Iowa
Phone: 515-720-5282
 <mailto:svangorp at nfbi.org> Email

 <http://www.nfbi.org/> Website 
 
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082570/posts> Facebook 
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Live the life you want.

The National Federation of the Blind of Iowa is a community of members and
friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation's blind. Every day
we work together to help blind people live the lives they want.

 

From: Iowa Department for the Blind <IADB at public.govdelivery.com> 
Sent: Friday, August 14, 2020 4:27 PM
Subject: New FAQ for the Young Adult Transition Program

 

	
 





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A number of questions and misinformation have been raised about the Young
Adult Transition (4+)Program so we thought we would take some of the most
commonly asked questions and answer them in a
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13, 2020.  


Q: Is this program for high schoolers?


It is designed for students who have completed the academic requirements to
graduate from high school, but still have Individualized Education Plan
(IEP) goals to achieve. 


Q: What is the age range for students in the Four Plus Program?


Students will generally range from 17-21 years of age. 


Q: Why is this program needed?


Four Plus programs already exist throughout the state of Iowa serving
students with all types of disabilities. Many of these are run by school
districts and community colleges. These programs have little to no
experience working with blind students. Very often, this results in lowered
expectations and no provision of the adjustment to blindness skills blind
students need to be independent. The Braille School (IESBVI) has created a
program on the campus of the Iowa School for the Deaf in Council Bluffs.
There are more students in need than can be served by this program.
Additionally this program is not conveniently located for students outside
the western part of the state. The IESBVI program also does not use
structured discovery in its skills training, whereas the YATP does. As an
added bonus, the costs associated with this program are considered
Pre-employment transition services (Pre-ETS) expenditures. The Workforce
Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) requires that 15% of our federal grant
be spent each year on pre-ETS services. 


Q:So why do these students not go directly into the adult
adjustment-to-blindness orientation center?


It would be ideal if all students exiting high school had the self-care and
personal management skills needed to attend our adult orientation center or
go directly to college and employment. However, we are finding a number of
students we serve who don't yet meet the basic requirements of the center.
In the past, some students have started the center without these skills and
it has caused the student not to be successful and/or it has taken
significant staff time away from other center students. YATP students need
extra assistance in areas such as preparing meals, managing money, and
personal care. IDB will have previously worked with these students while in
high school, and most will have participated in our summer LEAP program.
Students who leave high school ready to go directly into the adult
orientation center will continue to do so as we want students to be
independent and self-sufficient as soon as possible! 


Q: Will blindness be the primary disability?


Yes, our focus is on helping all students gain the blindness skills they
need to achieve their employment goals. As we do in all of our programs, we
will adapt our teaching strategies and techniques to best serve the unique
learning needs of each student. Because the majority of the students served
by this program have disabilities in addition to blindness, We will work
with school districts, service providers, and other partners to help the
student obtain any tools or techniques to overcome other barriers that
student may be facing. 


Q:Will there be a nurse or psychologist working in the four plus program?


No. While we do not administer medication, we provide training and support
to students learning to administer their own medication. 


Q:What is the structure of the four plus program?


The Four Plus Program will run throughout the school year. Students may
continue in the program more than one year if IEP goals have not been met,
however, the objective is for the student to graduate and move on to the
center, post-secondary education, or employment as soon as possible. The
program provides intensive training with lots of hands on practice combined
with a positive attitude toward blindness that we anticipate will result in
a rate of progress not previously thought possible. 


Q: So what does a typical day look like?


During the day, students will work on activities related to achieving their
IEP goals. This will be done in cane travel, communications (braille and
technology), and careers classes. Students will work on home management and
daily living skills with instructors in the evening times cooking meals and
cleaning up the kitchens and their room areas. 


Q: Will there be business classes and confidence-building activities?


Yes 


Q:How will going out for dinner and eating on the weekends be covered?


There will be staff present to work with students during evenings and
weekends. 


Q:Will students receive maintenance to cover their expenses, and, if so, how
will budgeting be handled?


Yes, and instructors will work with students on budgeting and handling this
money. 


Q: Will this interfere with the adult orientation students work spaces, such
as in the kitchen and industrial arts areas?


No, YATP students will cook primarily in one of the apartments on the 5th
floor. Also with the recent addition of two new kitchens into the Home Ec
area, , there is now enough room to allow other programs to use some kitchen
space without disrupting the center. The YATP students will not be taking
industrial arts as a regular class. YATP classes will be held in other
spaces in the apartment and 2nd floor and there is enough space for
everyone. 


Q: What is the student to staff ratio?


During the first year, we have kept the program intentionally small. This
will allow us to get staff hired and trained, refine curriculum, and
implement other steps to improve and expand the program. There will be 7
staff to 5 students. In future years, we intend to grow the program to ten
or more students and keep the staffing level around 8.

This need has existed for many years. We are excited to have the opportunity
to provide a 4+ program with IDB's positive attitude, high expectations, and
non-visual training. While there have been many challenges created by the
enactment of WIOA, meeting this long-felt need is a real opportunity. We are
very excited to be able to empower the young people to be gainfully employed
and live independently. If you have further questions, please contact Helen
Stevens at (515) 829-7411  <mailto:Helen.Stevens at blind.state.ia.us>
Helen.Stevens at blind.state.ia.us or Emily Wharton at (515) 802-7313
Emily.Wharton at blind.state.ia.us.

 

 
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E-mail:  <mailto:information at blind.state.ia.us>
information at blind.state.ia.us

Iowa Department for the Blind
524 Fourth Street
Des Moines, IA 50309-2364

 


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From svangorp at nfbi.org  Sat Aug 15 23:39:19 2020
From: svangorp at nfbi.org (Scott Van Gorp)
Date: Sat, 15 Aug 2020 18:39:19 -0500
Subject: [Tall-Corn] FW: The Inaccessibility of the private Absentee Ballot
 for Blind Voters
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References: <001101d6724d$3b329fb0$b197df10$@gmail.com>
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Good Evening Federation Family:

I wanted to share the below letter from Michael Barber that he has sent on
the inability of blind voters in Iowa to cast private absentee ballots. I
urge everyone to take action on this issue and write your own letters to the
Secretary of State and others as appropriate. We need to deal with this on a
statewide level, and feel free to also contact your county elections
officials, since the more people that know about it the better! Please feel
free to reach out if there are any questions. You can also write a hard copy
letter to the Secretary of State at:

Paul D. Pate, Jr., Iowa Secretary of State

1007 East Grand Ave.

Room 105, State Capitol

Des Moines, Iowa  50319

 

Let's make our voices heard on this very important matter!  

 

Scott Van Gorp, President
National Federation of the Blind of Iowa
Phone: 515-720-5282
Email <mailto:svangorp at nfbi.org> 

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Live the life you want.

The National Federation of the Blind of Iowa is a community of members and
friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation's blind. Every day
we work together to help blind people live the lives they want.

 

From: Tall-Corn <tall-corn-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Michael Barber
via Tall-Corn
Sent: Friday, August 14, 2020 10:12 AM
To: 'NFB of Iowa Internet Mailing List' <tall-corn at nfbnet.org>; 'Des Moines
Chapter List, NFB of Iowa' <dsm-iowa at nfbnet.org>
Cc: m.barber817 at gmail.com
Subject: [Tall-Corn] The Inaccessibility of the private Absentee Ballot for
Blind Voters
Sensitivity: Personal

 

This is a letter I've sent to Polk County, the Secretary of State's office
(again), as well as Emily Wharton and others.

 

I encourage you all to write some sort of letter to the Secretary of State's
Office at support at sos.iowa.gov <mailto:support at sos.iowa.gov>  and encourage
them to speed up the RFP process so we can have a process in place by
November 3.  You should also include your legislators when you write.  I
would be very interested in hearing any results.

 

Whatever you do, whether we end up with the right to vote a private absentee
ballot or what, please, please vote, even if it means someone has to help
fill out your absentee ballot.

 

Thanks for all your efforts.

 

 

 

Dear Supervisor of Elections: 

 

My name is Michael Barber. I am a member of the Des Moines Chapter, National
Federation of the Blind of Iowa. We are a proud affiliate of the National
Federation of the Blind, the nation's oldest and largest organization of the
blind. I am an eligible voter in Polk County, and I am writing to you
regarding the lack of an accessible way for me and other voters with print
disabilities in this county to Vote absentee. I strongly urge you to rectify
this inequity by implementing an electronic ballot delivery system for the
November 3, 2020 general election.

 

The COVID-19 pandemic has raised great concerns regarding the safety of
voting in person at a precinct polling place. Without an accessible way to
mark an absentee ballot, blind voters and other voters with print
disabilities are forced to choose between risking their health by voting at
a polling place, giving up their right to a secret ballot by telling their
choices to a friend or family member and trusting that person to mark the
inaccessible paper ballot as instructed, or not voting at all. Forcing a
blind voter to make this choice does not meet the requirement of the Help
America Vote Act, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), or
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act as amended in 1973  that voters with
disabilities be provided an accessible opportunity to vote privately and
independently as do nondisabled voters.

 

Since 2006, because of the Help America Vote Act, I've been able to proudly
cast my completely secret ballot.  Now I find that I am disenfranchised
because neither Polk County nor the State of Iowa allows for an accessible
private method for a blind person to vote a totally private absentee ballot.
I have attempted to contact Secretary of State Paul Pate, but he has not
responded to any of my communications directly.

 

For your information: Florida has recently certified Democracy Live as a
platform for electronic ballot delivery. Electronic ballot delivery systems
enable blind voters to mark an absentee ballot privately and independently
using a computer equipped with assistive technology, such as a screen
reader, screen magnification, or a refreshable Braille display. Once a voter
has marked their ballot, it can either be printed by the voter and sent by
regular mail, or dropped off at the Supervisor of Elections' office. Because
many voters do not have ready access to a printer, electronic ballot
delivery systems can also offer the option to download the ballot and email
it as an attachment to the Supervisor's office. At least 16 other states
around the country are permitting their blind voters to cast secret absentee
ballots if they wish

 

The right to cast a private and independent vote is a cornerstone of our
democracy. Therefore, I strongly urge your office to procure an electronic
ballot delivery system in time for the 2020 general election so that I, as a
blind voter, may cast my absentee ballot privately and independently, as
required by the ADA. Voters with print disabilities should not have to
choose between risking our health to vote at a polling place, giving up our
right to a secret ballot by having someone mark a paper absentee ballot for
us, or not voting at all. The implementation of an electronic ballot
delivery system that is accessible to blind and print disabled voters allows
us to continue to exercise our right to vote while remaining safe and
healthy.  

 

I appreciate your attention to this matter and look forward to discussing
this issue with you. Please feel free to contact me to discuss this vitally
important matter.   You may reach me either at
<mailto:m.barber817 at gmail.com> m.barber817 at gmail.com or (515) 284-1569.

 

Sincerely,

 



 

Michael Barber

Coordinator Of Accessible Voting

 

Best,

Michael Barber

Accessibility Voting Coordinator

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From svangorp at nfbi.org  Sat Aug 15 23:50:06 2020
From: svangorp at nfbi.org (Scott Van Gorp)
Date: Sat, 15 Aug 2020 18:50:06 -0500
Subject: [Tall-Corn] Save the date- National Federation of the Blind of Iowa
 State Convention
Message-ID: <00f001d6735e$d1b61720$75224560$@nfbi.org>

Good Evening Federation Family:

After careful consideration from the Board of Directors, and a great deal of
input from our members, The 2020 state convention of the National Federation
of the Blind of Iowa will be going virtual! The convention dates are set for
October 30 and 31, and the location is anywhere and everywhere! You will
note the dates do not include November 1 as originally planned as we are
going to be able to shorten convention activities into Friday and Saturday.
Please make plans to participate in our first ever virtual state convention!
If you have any items you would like to see on the convention agenda, please
get those to me as soon as possible! More details will be shared as they
become available. Let's make this year's convention one to remember! 

Please feel free to reach out if there are any questions!

 

Scott Van Gorp, President
National Federation of the Blind of Iowa
Phone: 515-720-5282
 <mailto:svangorp at nfbi.org> Email

 <http://www.nfbi.org/> Website 
 
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082570/posts> Facebook 
 <https://twitter.com/nfb_iowa> Twitter 
Live the life you want.

The National Federation of the Blind of Iowa is a community of members and
friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation's blind. Every day
we work together to help blind people live the lives they want.

 

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From svangorp at nfbi.org  Mon Aug 17 18:38:03 2020
From: svangorp at nfbi.org (Scott Van Gorp)
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2020 13:38:03 -0500
Subject: [Tall-Corn] FW: Director's Forum - August 21, 2020 at 12:00 p.m.
In-Reply-To: <16885165.2405@public.govdelivery.com>
References: <16885165.2405@public.govdelivery.com>
Message-ID: <003a01d674c5$8fe72d80$afb58880$@nfbi.org>

FYI for those who haven't seen this reminder!

 

 

Scott Van Gorp, President
National Federation of the Blind of Iowa
Phone: 515-720-5282
 <mailto:svangorp at nfbi.org> Email

 <http://www.nfbi.org/> Website 
 
<https://www.facebook.com/National-Federation-Of-the-Blind-Of-Iowa-372681823
082570/posts> Facebook 
 <https://twitter.com/nfb_iowa> Twitter 
Live the life you want.

The National Federation of the Blind of Iowa is a community of members and
friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation's blind. Every day
we work together to help blind people live the lives they want.

 

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From: svangorp at nfbi.org (Scott Van Gorp)
Date: Tue, 18 Aug 2020 12:38:17 -0500
Subject: [Tall-Corn] august At Large Chapter meeting
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Good Afternoon Federation Family:

Please see the below details for the At Large chapter meeting this Thursday,
August 20, at 7PM. Hope to see you there!

 

Topic: August Meeting of the At Large Chapter, National Federation of the
Blind of Iowa

Time: Aug 20, 2020 07:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)

 

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From m.barber817 at gmail.com  Thu Aug 20 17:59:23 2020
From: m.barber817 at gmail.com (m.barber817 at gmail.com)
Date: Thu, 20 Aug 2020 12:59:23 -0500
Subject: [Tall-Corn] FW: Iowa Olmstead Consumer Taskforce Now Accepting
 Applications Through September 7th!!!
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From: Dawn E Francis <dawn at iowasilc.org> 
Sent: Thursday, August 20, 2020 12:21 PM
To: undisclosed-recipients:
Subject: Iowa Olmstead Consumer Taskforce Now Accepting Applications Through September 7th!!!

 

Hello OCTF Members and Interested Parties,

Iowa?s Olmstead Consumer Taskforce is accepting applications for new members for the Taskforce until September 7, 2020 at 4:00 pm.

Applicants can apply via online survey at the link below, or can download the attached Word or PDF documents and email them to Anne-Crotty at uiowa.edu <mailto:Anne-Crotty at uiowa.edu> .

Please share broadly with anyone that you think may be interested in applying!

Application link: https://bit.ly/3ggezKM 

More information on the taskforce is available here: http://olmsteadrealchoicesia.org/

Thanks and have a good day!

 

Anne Crotty, MPH (she, her, hers)

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From svangorp at nfbi.org  Mon Aug 24 01:54:06 2020
From: svangorp at nfbi.org (Scott Van Gorp)
Date: Sun, 23 Aug 2020 20:54:06 -0500
Subject: [Tall-Corn] FW: Upcoming September Presidential Release LIVE
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Good Evening Federation Family:

Please see below for the details of the next live Presidential release on September 1! Looking forward to seeing you there!

 

Scott Van Gorp, President
National Federation of the Blind of Iowa
Phone: 515-720-5282
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Sent: Friday, August 21, 2020 1:32 PM
Subject: Upcoming September Presidential Release LIVE

 


 






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Join President Riccobono for the National Federation of the Blind Presidential Release


Tuesday, September 1, 2020 at 8:00 p.m. EDT via Zoom

Join President Mark Riccobono as he delivers the September presidential release of the National Federation of the Blind. The presidential release is a monthly message of highlights of current events and more. Members of the Federation are encouraged to attend, and non-members are warmly welcomed.


Submit Questions Now


After the remarks and updates from the elected President of the National Federation of the Blind, the organization's first vice president, Pam Allen, will moderate questions. This is a unique national forum to share the work of the organization and answer questions that might be on the minds of blind Americans. Send your questions in advance to cdanielsen at nfb.org <https://www.nfb.org/libraries/civicrm/extern/url.php?u=16421&amp;qid=>  and put PR497 in the subject line or call 410-659-9314, extension 2473.


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Or telephone; dial then enter the corresponding webinar ID:

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Webinar ID: 959 7661 8299


Save the Dates: More Live Presidential Releases


For the remainder of 2020, the presidential releases will be held via Zoom on the first of each month at 8:00 p.m. EDT. Mark your calendars!

We look forward to your participation.


 

 

	
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From Janice.Eggers at blind.state.ia.us  Mon Aug 24 14:07:53 2020
From: Janice.Eggers at blind.state.ia.us (Janice Eggers)
Date: Mon, 24 Aug 2020 14:07:53 +0000
Subject: [Tall-Corn] FW: Courtesy Copy: Job Posting - Custodial Worker
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Facilities

Location: Des Moines, IA
Salary Minimum: $27,539.20
Salary Maximum: $39,020.80
Job Type:  M - F 8 hour night shift (e.g., 10:30 PM - 7:00 AM or 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
Agency:  131 Iowa Department for the Blind
Job Number: 21-00378
Post Close Date:  September 1, 2020
Point of Contact:  Kathy Roat<mailto:Kathy.Roat at blind.state.ia.us>

Job Description:

The Iowa Department for the Blind (IDB) is seeking driven, physically active applicants for a position that will promote IDB's mission, vision and values each day through providing a welcoming clean, safe and functional environment for all guests, clients, students and staff.  Strong candidates value and enjoy the labor of creating hospitality daily while cleaning this 6-story treasure that is on the National Historic Registry. They will be adept problem-solvers who take initiative to get the right work done when no one is looking, both independently and collaborating as a team.


Competencies Required:
Knowledge:

  *   Customer and Personal Service ? Principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Abilities:

  *   Near Vision ? See details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  *   Oral Comprehension ? Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
  *   Static Strength ? Exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  *   Trunk Strength ? Use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without ?giving out? or fatiguing.
  *   Extent Flexibility ? Bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.

Skills:

  *   Active Listening ? Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Duties and responsibilities to include the following:

  *   Demonstrates a passion for cleanliness or creating a safe and hospitable environment for staff, visitors and students.
  *   Works independently with initiative, effectively as a team member, noticing needs and cross-training to complete any custodial worker function as needed.
  *   Sweeps, dusts, and wet mops floors and stairs; strips, waxes, buffs, and reseals floors, using brooms, dust mops, vacuums, wet mops, and floor machines, and routinely cleans equipment and changes belts, bags, and other replaceable parts before they damage surfaces or equipment.
  *   Vacuums, shampoos, and spot cleans carpets and rugs, using a vacuum cleaner, rug shampooing machine, brush or cloth, and cleaning solutions.
  *   Cleans mirrors, lavatories, toilets, bath and locker facilities, using cleansers and sanitizing solutions safely and according to manufacturer instructions, brushes, cloths, and squeegees.
  *   Deep cleans on a regular schedule and as needed.
  *   Refills paper towels, toilet feminine container linings; refills soaps, sanitizers and disinfectants and wipes throughout the building.
  *   Disposes of waste paper and other discards; collects and places trash in an incinerator or trash pick-up area.
  *   Dusts, cleans, and polishes furniture, counters, shelving, window/door ledges and casings, using cloths and cleaning/polishing solutions.
  *   Dusts, wet mops and washes walls, ceilings, vents, cabinets and partitions, using wall brushes, wet mops, cloths, and cleaning solutions.
  *   Makes minor repairs to secure table legs; replace handles, knobs, fuses, light bulbs, and similar items; tightens screws, replaces nails, and performs related tasks.
  *   Transfers furniture, lamps, accessories, and equipment to clear areas for cleaning, set-up, and redecorating work by lifting and carrying light to heavy objects.
  *   Makes safety checks by doing building rounds, looking for any unauthorized personnel, and observing and checking locked doors, temperature readings for heating and air conditioning, and on/off switches for machines.
  *   Notifies appropriate staff of any problems that arise with orientation students.
  *   Sweeps and removes snow from steps and sidewalks immediately adjacent to assigned buildings, using brooms, snow shovels, and powered snow removal equipment; occasionally rakes leaves.
  *   Other duties as assigned, including using electronic means, including a computer to complete time cards, read and write emails
  *   Documents work digitally or with paper in handwriting or Braille as assigned.
  *   Communicate with other employees through email, cellular phone and text functions.


Essential functions of this position:

  *   Displays high standards of ethical conduct.  Exhibits honesty and integrity.  Refrains from theft-related, dishonest or unethical behavior.
  *   Demonstrates initiative and independence, observes levels of cleanliness and condition of furnishings and decor in detail.
  *   Operates digital/electronic devices including a computer to complete simple forms, click on links; read and write basic emails; operates a cellular/mobile phone, including functions of voice mail, writing basic texts and reading texts.
  *   Communicates needs and status of work to others verbally and in a permanent media (digital and paper)
  *   Safely performs duties according to industry best practices and equipment and product instructions; understands associated instructions, Safety Data Sheet material and verbal and digital Braille or written work instructions.
  *   Aligns behavior with the needs, priorities, and goals of the organization.
  *   Responds appropriately to supervision.  Makes an effort to follow policy and cooperate with supervisors.
  *   Effectively works and communicates with internal and external clients and customers to meet their needs in a polite, courteous, and cooperative manner.  Committed to quality service.
  *   Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity.  Fosters commitment and team spirit.
  *   Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information.  Listens to others and responds appropriately.
  *   Demonstrate successful performance throughout the probationary period.


It is the policy of the Department for the Blind to conduct background checks on all finalist candidates prior to any offer of employment.



Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:
1) Graduation from high school or HSED (GED).
2) A total of one year of education and/or full-time experience (as described in number one), where one year of full-time experience in commercial building maintenance or housekeeping equals one year of education (maximum of four years).



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From m.barber817 at gmail.com  Tue Aug 25 13:31:46 2020
From: m.barber817 at gmail.com (m.barber817 at gmail.com)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2020 08:31:46 -0500
Subject: [Tall-Corn] FW: Technology and Training options for Seniors Zoom
 meeting link
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From: Zimnik, Kennedy <KZimnik at nfb.org> 
Sent: Tuesday, August 25, 2020 7:03 AM
To: Zimnik, Kennedy <KZimnik at nfb.org>
Subject: Technology and Training options for Seniors Zoom meeting link

 

Hello,

 

 

The National Federation of the Blind is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. 

 

Topic: Technology Training Options for Seniors

Time: Aug 25, 2020 02:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

 

Join Zoom Meeting

https://zoom.us/j/7726631896

 

Meeting ID: 772 663 1896

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Meeting ID: 772 663 1896

Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/aexmvhciW8

 

Join by Skype for Business

https://zoom.us/skype/7726631896

 

 

Kennedy Zimnik

Access Technology Assistant

200 East Wells Street, Baltimore, MD 21230

(410) 659-9314, extension 2235 | kzimnik at nfb.org

 

 

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From svangorp at nfbi.org  Tue Aug 25 15:16:02 2020
From: svangorp at nfbi.org (Scott Van Gorp)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2020 10:16:02 -0500
Subject: [Tall-Corn] FW: FW: Technology and Training options for Seniors
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Thanks Michael for alerting us to this opportunity. FYI for those who may be interested

 

 

Scott Van Gorp, President
National Federation of the Blind of Iowa
Phone: 515-720-5282
 <mailto:svangorp at nfbi.org> Email

 <http://www.nfbi.org/> Website 
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Live the life you want.

The National Federation of the Blind of Iowa is a community of members and friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation?s blind. Every day we work together to help blind people live the lives they want.

 

From: Tall-Corn <tall-corn-bounces at nfbnet.org> On Behalf Of Michael Barber via Tall-Corn
Sent: Tuesday, August 25, 2020 8:32 AM
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Cc: m.barber817 at gmail.com
Subject: [Tall-Corn] FW: Technology and Training options for Seniors Zoom meeting link

 

 

 

From: Zimnik, Kennedy <KZimnik at nfb.org <mailto:KZimnik at nfb.org> > 
Sent: Tuesday, August 25, 2020 7:03 AM
To: Zimnik, Kennedy <KZimnik at nfb.org <mailto:KZimnik at nfb.org> >
Subject: Technology and Training options for Seniors Zoom meeting link

 

Hello,

 

 

The National Federation of the Blind is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. 

 

Topic: Technology Training Options for Seniors

Time: Aug 25, 2020 02:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

 

Join Zoom Meeting

https://zoom.us/j/7726631896

 

Meeting ID: 772 663 1896

One tap mobile

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+13126266799,,7726631896# US (Chicago)

 

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        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)

        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)

        +1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose)

        +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)

Meeting ID: 772 663 1896

Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/aexmvhciW8

 

Join by Skype for Business

https://zoom.us/skype/7726631896

 

 

Kennedy Zimnik

Access Technology Assistant

200 East Wells Street, Baltimore, MD 21230

(410) 659-9314, extension 2235 | kzimnik at nfb.org <mailto:kzimnik at nfb.org> 

 

 

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From svangorp at nfbi.org  Tue Aug 25 15:20:48 2020
From: svangorp at nfbi.org (Scott Van Gorp)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2020 10:20:48 -0500
Subject: [Tall-Corn] FW: Job Posting Correction
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Good Morning:

Wanted to send out IDB director Wharton's clarification and correction on
the job posting that went out this week. I was made aware of the issue last
night and was waiting for this response to come through. Please feel free to
reach out if there are any questions!

 

Scott Van Gorp, President
National Federation of the Blind of Iowa
Phone: 515-720-5282
 <mailto:svangorp at nfbi.org> Email

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Live the life you want.

The National Federation of the Blind of Iowa is a community of members and
friends who believe in the hopes and dreams of the nation's blind. Every day
we work together to help blind people live the lives they want.

 

From: Iowa Department for the Blind <IADB at public.govdelivery.com> 
Sent: Monday, August 24, 2020 4:12 PM
To: svangorp at nfbi.org
Subject: Job Posting Correction

 

	
 





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Custodial Worker


The job posting for the Custodial Worker that went out today mistakenly
contained the DAS Job description information. This is not how it was sent
to DAS to be posted, it was somehow added in the posting process. This
description says that near vision is required of a custodial worker. This is
incorrect and discriminatory. I was not aware that this language was in the
class description. I have shared this with DAS and offered to do whatever we
can to assist in making sure that such references are removed from all State
of Iowa class and job descriptions. I apologize for this and we are working
to have the incorrect and offensive assumption removed from our posting as
quickly as possible.

Sincerely,

Emily Wharton, MFA CPM
Director, Iowa Department for the Blind
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From Janice.Eggers at blind.state.ia.us  Tue Aug 25 16:38:44 2020
From: Janice.Eggers at blind.state.ia.us (Janice Eggers)
Date: Tue, 25 Aug 2020 16:38:44 +0000
Subject: [Tall-Corn] Courtesy Copy: Job Posting - Youth Services Worker
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Education and Training Division

Location: Des Moines, IA
Salary Minimum: $35,464.00
Salary Maximum: $51,833.60
Job Type:  Full-time
Agency:  131 Iowa Department for the Blind
Job Number: 21-00377
Post Close Date:  September 8, 2020
Pointe of Contact:  Helen Stevens<mailto:helen.stevens at blind.state.ia.us>

To Apply:  For consideration please submit your resume, and cover letter to Helen Stevens Education and Training Director Iowa Department for the Blind 524 4th Street Des Moines, IA 50309-2364 helen.stevens at blind.state.ia.us<mailto:helen.stevens at blind.state.ia.us>

Job Description:

This is a non-merit position with the Iowa Department for the Blind. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section.

Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of t

The Iowa Department for the Blind (IDB) is seeking four energetic and passionate Youth Services Workers for its new Young Adult Transition Program for blind youth. Ideal candidates will possess a belief in the capacity of blind persons, patients, and the ability to connect with and motivate youth. IDB can provide training in the specific blindness skills areas listed if needed.

The Young Adult Transition Program is a school-year based program for youth who have finished high school, but who need additional instruction in order to participate in post-secondary learning and employment opportunities. Youth Services workers will primarily work with students on their independent living and social skills. During the summer, these positions will work with IDB's summer program for youth ages 14-21.

These positions will be expected to work Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM during initial staff training and for some agency meetings and ongoing professional development training. Individual Youth Services Worker's schedules will then be set with the Program Administrator to provide appropriate coverage to meet students' needs. Work hours will primarily consist of evenings and weekends to work with students outside of classes.

Monitor student behavior and the students' living areas. Provide appropriate supervision to ensure student safety.

Document student progress through monthly and end of program reports. Collaborate with program staff and supervisor to address student needs and concerns.

Promote a positive philosophy of blindness through involvement in trainings and community outreach events for parents, educators and other service providers as directed.

Duties and responsibilities to include the following:

  *   Provide Workplace Readiness, Self-Advocacy and Disability-Related skills training to blind youth in comprehensive residential training programs such as the Young Adult Transition Program and LEAP Program.
  *   Work with students on increasing their independent living skills in areas such as developing and managing their morning and evening routines, managing personal hygiene, maintaining clean and organized living spaces, completing laundry and other common household tasks, shopping for groceries and other needed items and planning and preparing their own meals.
  *   Support student learning through providing supplemental braille, technology, cane travel and money management instruction, in particular by working with students to utilize these skills in their daily lives outside the classroom.
  *   Facilitate students' development of age-appropriate social skills through recreational activities on and off campus. Assist students in traveling to and participating in activities in the community. Reinforce proper cane technique and other nonvisual skills during these activities.
  *   Serve as a role model for students in the use of nonvisual techniques and problem-solving skills.
  *   Monitor student behavior and the students' living areas. Provide appropriate supervision to ensure student safety.
  *   Document student progress through monthly and end of program reports. Collaborate with program staff and supervisor to address student needs and concerns.
  *   Promote a positive philosophy of blindness through involvement in trainings and community outreach events for parents, educators and other service providers as directed.

Essential functions of this position:

  *   Demonstrate and promote a positive philosophy of blindness
  *   Actively participate in program activities
  *   Communicate regularly with program leaders regarding student needs and concerns
  *   Document student progress through regular written reports
  *   Actively monitor student behavior and living areas
  *   Clearly document incidents related to students' health and safety
  *   Travel using the long white cane under sleep shades in order to provide appropriate guidance and instruction to students when traveling
  *   Read and write contracted braille to provide guidance and feedback to students developing their braille skills

It is the policy of the Department for the Blind to conduct background checks on all finalist candidates prior to any offer of employment.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Graduation from high school or G.E.D.;

OR

experience equal to two years of full-time work in a youth service program working directly in the treatment of adjudicated, at risk, or other youths needing service or assistance. For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description<https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClassDescriptions/YouthServicesWorker-03040.pdf?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery> (Download PDF reader)<https://get.adobe.com/reader/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery> and minimum qualifications.
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From Janice.Eggers at blind.state.ia.us  Wed Aug 26 19:26:06 2020
From: Janice.Eggers at blind.state.ia.us (Janice Eggers)
Date: Wed, 26 Aug 2020 19:26:06 +0000
Subject: [Tall-Corn] Courtesy Copy: Job Posting - Accounting Tech 3
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Location: Des Moines, IA
Salary Minimum: $42,307.20
Salary Maximum: $62,691.20
Job Type:  Full-time
Agency:  131 Iowa Department for the Blind
Job Number: 21-00460
Post Close Date:  September 6, 2020
Pointe of Contact:  Cheri Myers<mailto:Cheri.Myers at blind.state.ia.us>

Job Description:

This is a non-merit position with the Iowa Department for the Blind.

Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.



The Iowa Department for the Blind has a vision to be the world?s leader in blind rehabilitation services. We believe in responsibility, respect, integrity, teamwork and leadership. The Accounting Technician 3 will serve as the day-to-day support for all financial and accounting matters within the Department for the Blind. This includes ensuring all proper accounting practices, laws, and IDB procedures are being followed for financial transactions under the subject matter of the Department for the Blind.

This position includes auditing, reconciling, depositing, and reporting on Department for the Blind?s financial transactions to IDB Management, other State agencies, and Federal agencies including the RSA. The Accounting Technician 3 will support the CFO in overseeing and ensuring that all IDB Units and their 79 plus staff members are compliant with required and best accounting practices and procedures and laws related to IDB financial matters. Ideal candidates will possess a strong accounting skills and a belief in the capacity of blind persons.

Contributing to our Mission:
With nearly 79 employees, we?re all ?one team? at the Iowa Department for the Blind. Our main goal is to empower blind Iowans to be gainfully employed and live independently. As a member of our team, you?ll play a vital role in providing blind rehabilitation services in our state.

What You Bring to Us:

  *   A cooperative, supportive, teamwork mentality.
  *   An interest in developing new skills.
  *   Attention to detail.
  *   A commitment to excellence in customer service.
  *   A professional background in accounting.
  *   Experience in auditing complex financial data across multiple financial software systems.
  *   Analytical expertise to review, research, financial transactions and financial inconstancies.
  *   Experience with researching, reviewing, and pulling financial data from different software.
  *   Comfort in cash handling and processing.

Benefits & Perks:
IDB?s employment benefits are among the best with competitive total rewards package. As a benefits-eligible State of Iowa employee, your bi-weekly paycheck is just a part of your total compensation package. Being part of the IDB team means you're eligible for a wide range of benefits:

  *   Strive to provide work/life balance
  *   A workplace that promotes health and well-being
  *   Career growth training and promotional opportunities
  *   Accrued vacation, sick leave and nine fixed holidays
  *   Health and dental insurance
  *   Life and long-term disability insurance
  *   Employer paid basic life insurance $20,000
  *   Employer provided accidental death and dismemberment insurance
  *   Vision care discount program
  *   Flexible spending account (FSA)
  *   Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS)
  *   Retirement Investors Club (RIC) - voluntary retirement savings program
  *   Corporate partner discounts (cell phone services, gym memberships, event tickets, etc.

Your Responsibilities:

  *   Compete Pre-audit approval on all payment and correction documents, review for accuracy in all fields, grants, tasks, program codes, etc, to ensure proper cost allocation and federal grant expensing.
  *   Review all Gifts & Bequest requests for compliance with Commission policy for Gift & Bequests. For approved loans, prepare promissory notes, work with client on repayment terms, process payments, do follow ups if payments not made timely, file with income offset as needed.
  *   Oversees the posting of revenues and expenditures on notes payable. Prepares monthly note payable statements.
  *   Monthly, analyze expenditures for federal grant indirect cost billing. Prepare supporting spreadsheet and oversee preparation of cost distribution paperwork.
  *   Train new staff on indirect cost analysis and preparation of spreadsheet and associated paperwork and oversee staff?s work. Update indirect Cost Rate calculation spreadsheet based on annual negotiated term.
  *   Analyze case management system for expenditures on client plans eligible for Social Security Administration reimbursement. Prepare Social Security reimbursement claims and track them through the process.
  *   Oversees the audit of receipts, fees and expenses for a number of accounts; reconciles a variety of discrepancies in a number of inter-related accounts
  *   Assist supervisor in updating program codes in State Accounting System for federal grant changes in ensure correct cost allocation to federal grants.
  *   Oversees and participates in the auditing/processing for all claims for payment against departmental funds.
  *   Leads and trains clerical accounting staff and participates in payroll preparation, and the maintenance of time distribution records for Iowa Department for the Blind.
  *   Train clerical accounting staff in the reconciliation of IDB timesheet to preliminary and final payroll and trains staff in preparation and submission of corrections as needed to payroll entries.
  *   Analyzes expenditures and subtotal allowed program cost for federal grant reporting such as RSA2 quarterly, 7OB, and RSA15.
  *   Designs and implements accounting systems which are responsive to changes in operations and multiple funding agency financial requirements.
  *   Assists supervisor by performing such duties as instructing employees, answering questions, distributing and balancing the workload, and checking work; may make suggestions on hiring, promotions, and reassignments.
  *   Train staff on and oversee department compliance with travel rules and regulations and procurement rules and regulations.

Applicants for this position must complete the online application. Applicants may attach a resume and cover letter when completing the application.



Minimum Qualification Requirements:

Graduation from high school or G.E.D equivalency and experience equal to five years of accounting work involving compilation, tabulation, examination, verification or recording of financial, statistical or related fiscal program data using elementary bookkeeping principles and practices;
OR

completion of a post-high school accounting curriculum from an accredited vocational, technical, business or community college, with at least twenty semester hours of accounting coursework;
OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of clerical office work for each year of the required education;
OR

an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting thirty semester hours of accredited post high school education in Business, Accounting or a closely related curriculum for each year of the required experience;
OR

employees with current continuous service in the state executive branch that includes experience equal to one year of full-time work as an Accounting Technician 2.

For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description<https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class_and_pay/JobClassDescriptions/AccountingTechnician3-00294-90294.pdf?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery> (Download PDF reader)<https://get.adobe.com/reader/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery>.


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