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March 3, 2026 at 1:41 PM
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The district is making significant upgrades by switching to AIMSweb Plus for literacy screening and replacing hundreds of devices to enhance security and learning!

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District switches to AIMSweb Plus, replaces laptops and advances security projects
The teaching & learning and technology departments reported moving K–3 literacy and K–8 math screening to AIMSweb Plus (Act 20 requirement), replacing dozens of staff laptops and 200 Chromebooks, completing door‑access upgrades and starting ADA compliance work.
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September 24, 2026 at 2:53 PM
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Minneapolis is gearing up for a groundbreaking ordinance that could reshape the future of autonomous vehicles, emphasizing worker protections and public safety before fleets take to the streets.

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Minneapolis committee opens public hearing on autonomous‑vehicle ordinance, continues to Committee of the Whole
Authors presented an ordinance that would require commercial autonomous‑vehicle operators to obtain a city license, maintain a paid human safety monitor and meet baseline safety and accessibility rules; the public hearing drew dozens of speakers and was continued to the Committee of the Whole on Sept. 29.
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September 25, 2026 at 9:25 AM
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Big changes are coming to State Route 122 with a proposed $2.8 million improvement project that promises safer sidewalks and updated handicap ramps!

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Council reviews ODOT SR 122 improvement resolution estimating $2.8 million project and $1.4 million city share
Council reviewed (no action until Oct. 6) a resolution authorizing the city manager to enter an agreement with ODOT for SR 122 improvements estimated at $2,800,000 total with the city's share estimated at $1,400,000.
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September 19, 2026 at 2:41 AM
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Oklahoma City is gearing up for a major overhaul of its sidewalks as residents voice their concerns and a new bond proposal promises to pave the way for improvements.

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City Initiates 2025 Bond Process for Sidewalk and Infrastructure Improvements
City prepares for community engagement on proposed sidewalk projects in upcoming general obligation bond.
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July 26, 2025 at 12:56 AM
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Vermont is taking a bold step towards inclusivity by forming a committee to develop universal design standards for residential buildings, with findings expected by November 2025.

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Vermont forms committee to develop universal design standards for residential buildings
Committee will study statewide universal design standards and submit findings by November 2025
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May 23, 2025 at 2:41 AM
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Glendale's Mayor's Park is set to feature custom playground equipment from the Czech Republic, but the project comes with a hefty price tag of $430,000!

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Custom Playground Equipment Costs $430K for Mayor's Park in Brno Czech Republic
Custom playground equipment designed and engineered for accessibility costs nearly $430,000.
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August 28, 2025 at 8:52 AM
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I break down the confusion around WCAG Levels A, AA, and AAA, making it clearer what each level requires, who benefits, and how to approach conformance in real-world projects.

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A Note About WCAG Conformance Levels - Dennis Deacon
People new to accessibility often find WCAG conformance levels confusing and unclear about what each level requires.
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August 6, 2025 at 11:22 AM
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Exciting upgrades are on the horizon for Meisner Park, including ADA-compliant features and stunning fountain restorations that promise to enhance our community spaces!

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Boca Raton updates Meisner Park facilities with fountain restorations and ADA compliance
Boca Raton reports on Meisner Park upgrades, including fountain restorations and new drinking fountains.
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April 21, 2025 at 11:47 PM
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A pivotal bill aimed at enhancing accessibility for students with disabilities is sparking intense debate in Colorado, as lawmakers weigh the rights of parents against the need for better educational services.

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Colorado Education Committee reviews accessibility bill for disabled student support
Lawmakers discuss implications of new accessibility standards for vendors and public schools.
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February 7, 2025 at 3:40 PM
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Box Elder County is set to receive $8.9 million for vital bridge improvements that will enhance transportation safety and accessibility in the region.

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Box Elder County secures $8.9M for four bridge projects on West and Corinne Canal Bridges
Board allocates funds for bridge improvements in Box Elder County using federal bridge formula funds.
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April 27, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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Nevada is on the verge of a groundbreaking shift in education by recognizing American Sign Language as a foreign language, paving the way for more inclusive learning for deaf and hard-of-hearing students.

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Nevada Council includes American Sign Language as foreign language curriculum
Nevada's Council to establish standards for American Sign Language in public schools.
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February 19, 2025 at 12:30 AM
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Melanie Richards shares a quick primer on some of the core W3C specs documents.

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An adventurer’s guide to W3C specs - 24 Accessibility
2019 has been a landmark year for web standards milestones: the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) turned 25 this October, and it published the first version of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines…
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December 17, 2024 at 2:18 PM
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The Liquor and Cannabis Board is set to transform customer experience by migrating services to wa.gov and implementing plain-language standards by 2028!

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LCB presents plan to implement Governor's Executive Order on customer experience, citing wa.gov migration and plain-language goals
LCB communications staff told the executive management team they will move agency services to wa.gov, aim for WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility, and expand plain-language practices to meet Executive Order 2506 requirements.
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March 14, 2026 at 6:09 AM
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Vermont's latest bill aims to redefine off-site construction with universal design, sparking lively debates on accessibility standards and practical implementation.

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Committee questions S.3.28 universal‑design pilot language; counsel to review ADA and state access rules
Legislative counsel reviewed draft language of S.3.28 on off‑site construction and universal design, and committee members debated whether the pilot should ask 'whether' or 'how' to adopt building‑code standards and how to avoid creating enforcement burdens for fire and safety authorities.
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May 2, 2026 at 6:02 PM
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The Talent Planning Commission is considering a bold move to eliminate parking minimums citywide, sparking a debate over its impact on short-term rentals and community accessibility.

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Planning commission weighs eliminating parking minimums in major code rewrite
Staff presented proposed parking development code amendments that would remove parking minimums to comply with Oregon Administrative Rules; commissioners spent extensive time on implications for short‑term rentals, residential care homes, bike parking, EV readiness and ADA access.
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November 7, 2025 at 11:23 AM
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The Oregon Senate just passed a wave of impactful bills addressing everything from wildfire safety to housing accessibility—could these changes reshape the state's future?

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Senate floor roundup: dozens of bills considered; multiple measures declared passed
The Oregon Senate considered a long third-reading calendar and declared passage of multiple bills including wildfire-safety (SB 1551), tax-court representation cleanup (SB 1556), contempt-procedure changes (SB 1557), accessibility in subsidized housing (SB 1576), and others; votes and key floor points are summarized.
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February 26, 2026 at 11:35 PM
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The Liquor and Cannabis Board has unanimously denied eight petitions for ADA compliance in the cannabis reporting system, sparking debate over accessibility and software standards in Washington.

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LCB denies multiple petitions seeking CCRS ADA fixes and traceability overhaul
The board denied eight related petitions requesting ADA‑compliance rule language for the cannabis mandatory reporting system (CCRS) and emergency rulemaking on traceability; staff said CCRS meets basic ADA functionality and that rulemaking is not the right mechanism to fix software deficiencies.
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September 4, 2026 at 1:16 AM
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After decades of requests, a frustrated mother pleads for sidewalk repairs in Sherman Oaks, highlighting the challenges of navigating legal and bureaucratic hurdles.

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Committee hears concerns over lengthy wait times and high costs for sidewalk repairs; staff urges ordinance to speed projects
Public Works Committee heard public comment and a staff presentation on the sidewalk repair program, ADA obligations and proposals to streamline repairs. Speakers pressed staff about roughly $45,000 per-project cost estimates, a years-long wait list and a recommended ordinance to codify an expedited repair process.
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June 29, 2026 at 2:28 PM
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The Town of Northborough is facing a $5.6 million decision on how to tackle urgent roofing issues at Peaslee School, with crucial implications for community funding and accessibility upgrades.

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Northborough panel hears $5.6 million plan to recover Peaslee (Z) School roof, with ADA and solar-ready work included
The Financial Planning Committee reviewed a schematic MSBA submission for the Peaslee (Z) School roof project proposing a $5.6 million total budget; designers recommended roof recovery (not full replacement) and said state rules likely trigger about $350k–$400k in accessibility upgrades.
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January 22, 2026 at 7:20 PM
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The Branchville Crossing project aims to provide 87 affordable, accessible units for seniors and residents with disabilities, but a parking cap could pose a significant challenge!

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Council reviews Branchville Crossing plan for 87 affordable senior units; parking cap emerges as key hurdle
Staff and the applicant presented a detailed site plan for Branchville Crossing, an 87‑unit affordable senior housing project financed with 4% LIHTC. Staff recommended council forward a recommendation of approval, subject to conditions; the applicant said county zoning caps parking at 36 spaces and intends to pursue relief to allow the proposed 54 spaces.
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January 15, 2026 at 7:42 AM
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Federal Way is set to implement new parking reforms that could reshape city-center zoning—will it balance accessibility and community needs?

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Committee forwards parking-code changes to comply with state parking reforms; councilmembers press ADA and religious-use concerns
Staff told the committee the ordinance adopts state parking mandates for select city-center zones (multifamily 0.5 spaces/unit; senior and some affordable housing 0 required) while preserving the city's ability to require structured parking for spaces above the minimum. Councilmembers raised questions about ADA parking, treatment of religious institutions, and how senior housing needs will be handled.
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July 10, 2026 at 7:29 AM
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The Vandalia Municipal Court is seeking $149,584 to enhance operations, ensure ADA compliance, and upgrade outdated furniture, but some council members are pushing for a thorough staffing analysis before approval.

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Vandalia Municipal Court asks council for $149,584 supplemental to add staff, meet ADA web standard and replace furniture
Court staff told the Vandalia City Council at a May 4 study session they need $149,584 in supplemental appropriations for 2026 to add personnel (one deputy clerk, two part‑time bailiffs, a team lead), upgrade the court website for federal ADA compliance, and replace dated magistrate furniture; some councilors asked for a Supreme Court caseload study before approving staffing increases.
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May 15, 2026 at 6:10 PM
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A new affordable 80-unit senior apartment building is on the horizon in Vigo County, promising enhanced accessibility and community amenities for residents aged 55 and older.

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Commission backs rezoning for 80-unit senior apartments on West Margaret Drive
TWG Development received a favorable recommendation to rezone parcels on Arluth Street and West Margaret Drive to R-3 for an 80-unit senior affordable housing project; staff recommended approval with site plan, parking and stormwater conditions, and the commission voted in favor.
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September 4, 2026 at 3:01 AM
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Eight petitions demanding ADA-compliant standards for cannabis traceability have resurfaced, mirroring previous denials—what's the board's next move?

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Staff previews eight petitions seeking ADA-compliant CCRS standards and traceability fixes
The director’s office will present responses to eight related petitions asking for ADA-compliant accessibility standards for the cannabis mandatory reporting system (CCRS) and one petition requesting emergency rulemaking on traceability risks; staff said the petitions mirror earlier denials.
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September 3, 2026 at 9:15 PM