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Public commenter urges TDC help to host Move United adaptive-sports event; raises airport accessibility for hidden-disability travelers
Summary
During public comment Pat Simmons urged Manatee County to bid to host Move United’s national adaptive-sports competition (application due Aug. 29) and raised accessibility concerns at Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport for travelers with invisible/hidden disabilities, citing lack of two‑way assistance from bus drop‑off points to terminals.
At the start of the Aug. 18 meeting, public commenter Pat Simmons asked the Tourist Development Council to consider a quick response to an invitation from Move United to host a national adaptive sports competition. Simmons said host cities typically provide accessible venues and meeting facilities and that the event could attract roughly 400 athletes, 100 coaches and about 500…
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