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Disability Commission
The Disability Commission is comprised of a majority of people with various disabilities. The Commission works with City Officials, in particular, the ADA Coordinator and the Access Compliance Inspector, to promote the inclusion of people with disabilities in all aspects of community life.
Board/Commission Duties
Advise and assist city officials in ensuring compliance with federal and state access laws. Assist the City with ensuring the Self-Evaluation meets the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Assist the City with the implementation and upkeep of the Transition Plan
Membership Responsibilities
Our Commission has a Chair, Vice-Chair, Clerk and Treasurer and three general members who perform their duties as outlined in the Disability Commission Bylaws/ Rules of Procedures. See below for more information. Members follow the by Open Meeting Law (OML), Ethics and Conflict of Interest Laws. Members abide by the Local, State and Federal Rules and Regulations.
Member Skillset
A Majority of the members shall consist of people with disabilities. One may be a member of the immediate family of a person with a disability. One member shall be either an elected or appointed official of the City. Each member brings unique skills regarding his/her experience of living with a disability.
Meeting Information
Meeting dates/occurrence: Monthly meetings are scheduled on the fourth Wednesday of every month. More meetings are planned if a need arises.
Members of the Disability Commission
Name |
Seat |
Term Expiration |
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Karen Foran Dempsey | Clerk | Expired |
Richard Finlay | Chair | Expired |
Sheryl Goldstein | Member | June 2022 |
Rose Quinn | Treasurer | June 2021 |
Susan Santone | Vice Chair | June 2021 |
Andrew Cummings | Member | June 2023 |
Vacant | Member | June 2022 |
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Thatcher W. Kezer III
ADA CoordinatorPhone: 508-532-5540
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Disability Commission
Physical Address
150 Concord Street
Framingham, MA 01702