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Meet the Advisory Committee Members

	Mohammad Uddin, Co-Chair Mohammad, Snohomish County Traffic Engineer, has more than 20 years of experience in traffic operations, design, transportation planning, traffic impact analysis, traffic safety and access management. His prime responsibility in the county is to ensure safety, mobility and access for all users in the county roads. He has a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and a master’s degree in Traffic Engineering. “The ADA Citizen Advisory Committee is invaluable for the county in our effort to improve pedestrian facilities for all residents.”
	Patricia Bauccio, Co-Chair Patricia worked as a program analyst for the Army Corp of Engineers for 31 years, with a collateral assignment as a special emphasis program manager for individuals with disabilities. She worked her way up to Vice Chair of the Governor’s Committee for Disability Issues and Employment from 2009 to 2016. Patricia brings strong management, coordination, advocacy, and funding skills to the ADAPROW Committee. “My focus has been advocating for the needs of and seeking employment for persons with disabilities.”
	Jenny Anderson Jenny was born and raised in the Puget Sound area. She was found to be legally blind in February of 1993 and says that it took her a while to get used to the change. She is currently the president of the Snohomish County Council of the Blind, and a Co-Chair for the Transportation Advisory Council for DART. “My heart is to make a difference in public places for those needing accommodations.”
	George Basioli George is blind with no light perception and a proud guide dog user for more than 30 years. George has also contributed to the Community Transit Citizen's Advisory Committee, City of Edmonds ADA Commission, and City of Edmonds Diversity Commission representing disabilities. "My goal is to one day have accessibility for those of all disabilities."
	Danette Dixon Danette was born with congenital glaucoma and received her first guide dog in 1995. She has been highly involved with the blind community ever since, serving as a board member and president for a local chapter of Washington Council of the Blind and Guide Dog Users of Washington State (GDUWS). She currently serves as president of Washington Guide Dogs for the Blind Alumni Chapter, secretary for GDUWS, and is on a transportation advisory council for Dial-A-Ride Transportation (DART).
	Jennifer Salcedo Jennifer is a special educator, serving students K-8 with a variety of disabilities. She has been in the field since 1995 and with the Mukilteo School District since 2009. Jennifer has been a member of her school’s equity team and worked to bring awareness of disability related concerns in the school. As the proud parent of someone with complex disabilities, she is familiar with accommodations for mobility issues, visual impairments, autism and motor delays among others. She is connected to parent groups for autism, visual impairments, physical disabilities, genetic conditions and communication delays. “I am passionate about providing equal opportunities and accessibility to children and adults with disabilities. I believe in promoting inclusive practices across educational, occupational and leisure settings.”
	Mark Villwock Mark is a licensed civil engineer and vice president of LDC, Inc. The consulting engineering, planning and surveying firm has a focus on how site design relates to ADA compliance. Under Villwock’s leadership, the company has led the way in helping to develop new design approaches for residential and commercial projects in Snohomish and King counties. He is also a board member of the Master Builders Association of Snohomish County (MBA).
	Elizabeth Walker Elizabeth has worked in the disability services field for more than 10 years, and has a passion serving the disability community. Currently, she works for the Developmental Disabilities Administration as a case resource manager. Previously she served in direct care, where she spent countless hours escorting people with varying disabilities around the community. She has recently obtained her Master’s Degree in Disabilities Studies at the City University of New York.
	Joyce Wheeler Joyce is a project administrator for Studio Pacifica, an accessibility consulting firm in Seattle. She served as a PCA (personal care attendant) for Team USA, while accompanying her daughter, who was a swimmer at the Paralympic level. She also served as a volunteer ADA Coordinator for a community funded and built playground project at St. Edward State Park in Kenmore, WA.
	Sharon Young Sharon works for Catholic Community Services, advocating for clients who have a disability. She often goes to Olympia with the SEIU 775 union to speak on behalf of care providers in the state. Sharon volunteers with Compass Kitchen’s growth center, math room, and clothing room as well as leading a resource group. “I enjoy helping people and working with folks in the community to gain access to what they deserve.”