Accessibility Advisory Board

This board was created in response to the Americans with Disabilities Act. The board consists of seven members serving three-year terms with at least three members having a disability. Quarterly meetings are required. The duties of this board include:

• Advise the City Commission and Manager on matters related to accessibility of public property.
• Evaluate public and private projects and activities for handicapped accessibility. 
• Provide technical assistance related to the disabled. 
• Serve as advocates of citizens with disabilities. 
• Review and report findings of federal and state regulations and guidelines. 
• Serve as a resource to City Commission and staff. 
• Carry out functions delegated in the ADA grievance procedure.

The City's Risk Manager is staff person.