- NY
- Multiple Counties
- 11/7/24
- 11/12/2024
- 119 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The NYC Citywide Council for District 75 meeting was dominated by an outpouring of parental frustration over the ongoing inadequacies in school transportation services for special needs students. The core of the grievances centered on erratic bus schedules, insufficient communication from the Office of Pupil Transportation (OPT), and the emotional and logistical challenges faced by families due to these systemic issues. Parents collectively called for increased accountability and proposed a unified approach to advocate for change.
- NY
- Multiple Counties
- 10/17/24
- 11/22/2024
- 201 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At the recent NYC Citywide Council on Special Education meeting, parents expressed deep frustration over service interruptions for students with disabilities, highlighting systemic issues and demanding accountability from education officials. Concerns were raised about the efficacy of existing programs and the systemic obstacles faced by families seeking special education support.
- NY
- Multiple Counties
- 10/4/24
- 10/04/2024
- 55 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting of the NYC Citywide Council for District 75, attendees delved into the complexities of accessing Family Support Services (FSS) and the intricate reimbursement procedures for families with children who have developmental disabilities. The discussion focused on the hurdles families face in navigating Medicaid waiver programs, eligibility requirements, and the reimbursement process crucial for financial assistance.
- NY
- Multiple Counties
- 9/30/24
- 08/31/2024
- 78 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During a recent NYC Citywide Council for District 75 meeting, parents expressed concerns over student transportation, particularly the challenges faced by students with disabilities. Topics discussed included the new NX account system for accessing bus information, the Ride Share program, and the implications of the Omni app expansion. Parents also raised issues about the reliability of transportation services and the need for systemic improvements to ensure fair access to resources.
- NY
- Multiple Counties
- 9/24/24
- 11/12/2024
- 46 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The NYC Citywide Council for District 75 meeting focused on the transportation difficulties faced by students with disabilities, highlighting issues with busing services, Medicaid transportation, and the impact on after-school programs. Concerns were raised about the inequity of transportation services, with calls for improved solutions and increased awareness of existing programs like Medicaid transportation.
