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Commissioner Chew asked about equal access to the workshops for band members from other schools. Ms. Brunner advised that this could be a possibility since the workshop would not be on a school day. Commissioner Allari commented on information in the staff report that indicates a portion of the funding request is for meals that needs to be clarified. Mr. Patrick advised that funded cannot be used to provide meals and Amador Friends of Music would need to either reduce their funding request or reallocate that portion of the funds. Chairperson Patel discussed this concern with Ms. Brunner and it was determined that $250 was the amount they had determined for meals. Sunflower Hill, Kathy Layman & Lynn Monica — Special Needs Curriculum/Lesson Development— provided information about a 1-acre Edible Garden/Farm they have on Hagemann Ranch and a City of Livermore Contract to serve the disadvantaged and donate at least 51% of produce grown to food banks and local kitchens. They commented on the number of high school horticulture classes and adult day program classes and special needs interns that participate in the program. The Commission was advised that Sunflower serves developmentally disabled youth by providing life skills training and encourage learning for the underserved population group in decision-making, communication skills, and social opportunities. They provide fun and productive volunteer and community service opportunities to special needs families, local service organizations and corporations. Ms. Monica noted that approximately 24 unduplicated Pleasanton residents attended the Horticulture classes and special needs students and low-income families benefit from the program and the produce donations. She also commented on past program challenges. Commissioner Shotland had questions about funding for teachers that would benefit only 24 Pleasanton students and was advised that Sunflower Hill has approximately 166 Pleasanton individuals that attend classes. Commissioner Chew was advised that Sunflower Hill donates food to Open Heart Kitchen, Tri- Valley Haven, Shepherds Gate and Meals on Wheels. Mr. Patrick noted that $1,000 of the requested funding amount from Sunflower Hill is for benefits that would to be reallocated to be considered. Chairperson Patel was informed by Ms. Monica that this was funds needed to pay employees for sick time. Chairperson Patel closed the meeting for requested agency presentations at 6:25 p.m. and reopened it for non-requested presentations at 6:27 p.m. Youth Commission Minutes March 14,2018 Page 2