Kosciusko County opens public review of ADA transition plan for pedestrian facilities

Kosciusko County presented an updated Americans with Disabilities Act transition plan for pedestrian facilities in the public right of way and opened the plan for public review. County staff said the update is required to apply for federal grants and noted assistance from the Michiana Area Council of Governments (MACOG), the highway department, and county staff including Steve Moriarty and Troy.

Marcia (staff) told the commissioners the plan results from a self‑assessment of sidewalks, curb ramps and other pedestrian facilities to ensure compliance with ADA requirements and Title VI obligations. She said the plan will be available for public review and is scheduled to return to the commissioners for adoption on July 1.

A commissioner said the plan allows the county to apply for federal funding and thanked staff for the work. No detailed funding amounts, grant program names, or specific project lists were provided on the record during the meeting. The record shows the county considers the plan necessary to qualify for federal grants but did not enumerate specific grant sources or timelines beyond the planned July 1 adoption.