Committee hears presentation on improving digital accessibility for Westchester County communications

Jul 14, 2026

The county’s Committee on Social Services, Disabilities and Human Rights heard a presentation from the Department for People with Disabilities on steps to make Westchester County web and social media content more usable for people with vision, hearing and cognitive disabilities.

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The Committee on Social Services, Disabilities and Human Rights on Monday heard a detailed presentation from staff in the Department for People with Disabilities on improving digital accessibility across county communications. Chair Nancy Bark opened the session and introduced department staff; the presenter said accessible practices help residents and increase public trust, noting that "1 in 4 of us have a disability that can affect how we use social media."

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