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McMinnville council approves $300,000 contract for ADA transition plan; vote 4–1–1

5681527 · August 27, 2025
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Council authorized a contract with Sally Swanson Architects to produce an Americans with Disabilities Act (Title II) transition plan and inventory city facilities; the measure passed with one dissent and one abstention. Staff said the plan will let the city prioritize barrier removal rather than await federal enforcement.

The City Council approved Resolution No. 2025-34 authorizing the city manager to sign a contract with Sally Swanson Architects not to exceed $300,000 to develop an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) transition plan. The resolution passed 4–1–1 (four ayes, one nay, one abstention).

Jodi Christiansen, special projects manager, told council the plan is a federal requirement for public entities covered by Title II of the ADA and will inventory public facilities, identify barriers, and create a prioritized multi-year plan for accessibility improvements. "The plan is, a…

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