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Commission discusses Accessibility Coordinator role and flags $7,500 proposed budget for Aging & Disability
Summary
Commissioners discussed a proposal to create an Accessibility Coordinator to centralize ADA work, and Diana Yeisley reported a proposed $7,500 allocation for the Aging & Disability Commission currently under Board of Finance review with public hearings in April.
At the March 17 meeting, commissioners discussed a proposal to create a dedicated Accessibility Coordinator position to centralize accessibility efforts across town. The proposal listed possible responsibilities: ensuring ADA compliance, creating decals/plaques for accessible businesses, following up on noncompliance, providing accessibility education and conducting a website accessibility review. Commissioners noted the distinction between the proposed role and an ADA Compliance Officer would need further clarification.
Diana Yeisley, the commission's Board of Selectmen liaison, reported that a $7,500 allocation for the Aging & Disability Commission is included in the draft budget now moving to the Board of Finance. Public hearings are scheduled for April 7 (with an April 21 continuation if needed), and a referendum is anticipated in May. Commissioners discussed implementation and next steps, including scope definition for the coordinator role and how it would intersect with existing town responsibilities.
No formal hiring or budget transfer occurred at the meeting; the discussion was framed as guidance and planning while the Board of Finance completes its review.
