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<BR><BR>SHANNON L. DILLON<BR><BR><BR> <BR>
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From: Antonette.Sorrick@dca.ca.gov<BR>To: bbarragan@latinas.org; ericholm@att.net; jneidich@sbcglobal.net; JXavier@dor.ca.gov; tbsfolsom@sbcglobal.net<BR>CC: Cenne.Jackson@dca.ca.gov; Michael.Santiago@dca.ca.gov; shannonldillon@hotmail.com; lauriemehta@yahoo.com; frank-welte@sbcglobal.net; Creature_girl@comcast.net<BR>Date: Wed, 8 Dec 2010 16:38:13 -0800<BR>Subject: Originally proposed 9/10/10 TEXT - 12/9/10 Meeting<BR><BR>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">Members/Stakeholders:</SPAN></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">Below is the original proposed amended language that was ratified at the 6/23/10 Board meeting.</SPAN></P>
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<STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'"><A href="http://www.guidedogboard.ca.gov/about/lawsregs/2260_text.pdf" target=_blank><SPAN style="FONT-WEIGHT: normal">http://www.guidedogboard.ca.gov/about/lawsregs/2260_text.pdf</SPAN></A> </SPAN></STRONG><BR>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><B><U><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">2282 – Current Language</SPAN></U></B><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: red; FONT-SIZE: 12pt"></SPAN></P>
<P style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in" class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">§ § Section 2282. <SPAN style="COLOR: black">Preliminary Training of Dogs.</SPAN><I><SPAN style="COLOR: red"></SPAN></I></SPAN></P>
<P style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 12pt" class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">Within the six months immediately preceding the assignment of a guide dog to a blind person the dog shall have received a minimum of ninety (90) days of preliminary training satisfactory to the Board.</SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">Note: Authority cited: Section 7208, Business and Professions Code. Reference: Section 7208, Business and Professions Code.</SPAN></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><STRONG><U><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">2282 as published on September 10, 2010 – ratified at 6/23/10 Board meeting</SPAN></U></STRONG><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt"></SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">Renumber Section 2282 to Section 2282.1 and amend Section 2282.1 of Division 22 of Title 16 of the California Code of Regulations to read as follows: </SPAN></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">§ 2282.1 Assignment of Dogs.</SPAN></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">Before a dog may be assigned to a client within the prior 60 day period, an instructor shall have verified that the dog meets the requirements as set forth by section 2282.1.</SPAN></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><B><U><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">2282.1 – Current Language</SPAN></U></B></P>
<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">§ Section 2282.1 <SPAN style="COLOR: black">Required Training.</SPAN></SPAN></P>
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<P style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 12pt" class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">Guide dogs shall be trained to:<BR><A name=IN;2 target=_blank></A>(a) Stop at the end of each block.<BR><BR><A name=IN;3 target=_blank></A>(b) Stop at curbs, doors, stairs, sharp descents or rises, or other obstacles.<BR><BR><A name=IN;4 target=_blank></A>(c) Obey commands.<BR><BR><A name=IN;5 target=_blank></A>(d) Cross streets or alleys straight to the other side.<BR><BR><A name=IN;6 target=_blank></A>(e) Clear all obstacles and persons.<BR><A name=SDU_2 target=_blank></A><BR><A name=IN;7 target=_blank></A>(f) Stop for approaching vehicles.<BR><BR><A name=IN;8 target=_blank></A>(g) Pass other dogs, cats, or birds without undue distraction, and not be unduly distracted by noises.<BR><BR><A name=IN;9 target=_blank></A>(h) Guide a person to a bus or streetcar and ride with the person.</SPAN></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">Note: Authority cited: Section 7208, Business and Professions Code. Reference: Section 7208, Business and Professions Code. </SPAN></P></TD>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><STRONG><U><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">2282.1 as published on September 10, 2010 – ratified at 6/23/10 Board meeting</SPAN></U></STRONG></P>
<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">Renumber Section 2282.1 to Section 2282 and amend Section 2282 of Division 22 of Title 16 of the California Code of Regulations to read as follows:<STRONG><U><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'"></SPAN></U></STRONG></SPAN></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">§ 2282. Required Training<BR><BR>(a) Guide dogs shall be trained and tested to:<BR><BR></SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">(1) Acknowledge the beginning and end of a block, regardless of curb type.</SPAN></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">(2) Stop or pause at notable changes of elevation in walking surfaces. </SPAN></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">(3) Respond appropriately to basic directional guide work and obedience commands.</SPAN></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">(4) Work sidewalkless and rounded corner areas and appropriately acknowledge intersecting streets.</SPAN></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">(5) Move the handler away from obstacles, or stop when there is insufficient room for clearance.</SPAN></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">(6) Maintain a safe distance or buffer from potentially threatening vehicles. Target the appropriate upcurb location.</SPAN></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">(7) Refocus when directed on its working task when distracted by certain stimulants such as persons, animals or food.</SPAN></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">(8) Under direction of a handler, negotiate public transportation and ride appropriately.</SPAN></P>
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<P style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; MARGIN-LEFT: 0.25in" class=ecxMsoListParagraph><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt"><SPAN>(9)<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">Work at a consistent steady pace, providing safe, effective and fluid movement appropriate to its handler and travel conditions.</SPAN></P>
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<P style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; MARGIN-LEFT: 0.25in" class=ecxMsoListParagraph><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt"><SPAN>(10)<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">Behave appropriately in all locations both in and out of harness.</SPAN></P>
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<P style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; MARGIN-LEFT: 0.25in" class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt"><SPAN>(11)<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">Effectively work in buildings, find doors on command, and negotiate stairs, ramps, and elevators as needed.</SPAN></P>
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<P style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in; MARGIN-LEFT: 0.25in" class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt"><SPAN>(12)<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">Display suitable house manners: free of destructive habits, excessive barking and indiscriminate relieving; be handled easily by client for general care and management; demonstrate the ability to behave properly when left alone for a reasonable period of time.</SPAN></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">(b) Guide dogs shall be tested by a qualified handler under blindfold. A verification of successful completion of the required training and testing shall be retained by the school in its records.</SPAN></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">Antonette Sorrick</SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">Executive Officer</SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">State Board of Guide Dogs for the Blind</SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">1625 N. Market Blvd., S-202</SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">Sacramento, CA 95834</SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">(916) 574-7825 direct</SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">(916) 574-7829 fax</SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">(866) 512-9103 toll free for in-state calls</SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt"><A href="mailto:Antonette.Sorrick@dca.ca.gov"><SPAN style="COLOR: blue">Antonette.Sorrick@dca.ca.gov</SPAN></A> </SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt"><A href="http://www.guidedogboard.ca.gov/" target=_blank><SPAN style="COLOR: blue">www.guidedogboard.ca.gov</SPAN></A> </SPAN></P>
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<P style="MARGIN-BOTTOM: 4.5pt" class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">Mission: To<B><SPAN style="TEXT-TRANSFORM: uppercase"> </SPAN></B></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'; COLOR: black; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">ensure the quality of the guide dog industry by protecting, promoting, and educating guide dog users, instructors, schools, and the public in order to enhance the lives of blind or visually impaired individuals.</SPAN></P>
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