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Resident urges updated ADA inventory, requests Powell Bill access for counties; accessibility gaps raised for new sheriff's office building
Summary
A resident who uses a wheelchair praised recent sidewalk additions at the county complex but urged Pitt County to update its ADA inventory and transition plan and petition the state to allow counties to access Powell Bill funds for sidewalks. He also said the new sheriff's office lacked sidewalks.
A Farmville resident and disability-rights advocate told commissioners on Aug. 4 that Pitt County has made progress on accessibility but needs an updated Americans with Disabilities Act inventory and transition plan, and called for state action to allow counties to access Powell Bill funds for sidewalks and crosswalks.
"I would like to also encourage you to update your…
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