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County approves contract with Deaf and Hard of Hearing Center for ASL and interpreter services
Summary
Commissioners approved a service agreement with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Center of Corpus Christi to provide American Sign Language and other interpreter services to ensure ADA compliance; presenters recommended in-person interpreters for court proceedings and early notice for scheduling.
Jim Wells County Commissioners approved a professional services agreement with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Center of Corpus Christi to provide American Sign Language interpretation and related communication-access services to the county.
Aliza Long, a regional access specialist with the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Center, told the court the nonprofit serves more than 50 counties and provides interpreter services either in person or via remote platforms; she recommended…
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