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Norwalk proclaims ADA awareness month, highlights accessibility projects and transit plans
Summary
Mayor Harry W. Rilling read a proclamation designating July 20, 2025, as Americans with Disabilities Act Awareness Month in Norwalk and city leaders described recent and planned accessibility work, including sidewalk and ramp projects and a transit service redesign launching Aug. 11.
Norwalk Mayor Harry W. Rilling read a proclamation on July 20 declaring July 20, 2025, as Americans with Disabilities Act Awareness Month for the city and used the event to highlight recent and planned accessibility improvements across Norwalk.
The proclamation recognized the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act and called on public-facing entities to “honor their responsibilities under the ADA by providing people of all abilities the freedom of independent access.” The mayor read the proclamation text, which cites the ADA’s protections across employment, transportation, communication and public services.
City officials, disability advocates and transit leaders described local projects and services intended to remove barriers. Matt Petz, chief executive officer of the Norwalk Transit District, said the…
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