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Commission requests ADA briefing and hears of transit revenue bill proposal to keep public transit free
Summary
Members asked for a speaker on ADA laws and noted that County Council member Kavonte Duckett is sponsoring a bill to create a revenue stream to keep public transit free; the commission agreed to invite county staff to brief them on the proposal.
During the Jan. 12 meeting members of the Frederick County Commission on Disabilities requested speakers and briefings to support community outreach and policy awareness. Vice Chair Jackie Kanekuni asked for a presenter on Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) issues, and Renee Knapp (County Council liaison) told the commission she would present regarding a transportation bill she is sponsoring that she described as creating a revenue stream to keep public transit free; she also said Council Member Kavonte Duckett is the sponsor of the bill.
Members discussed inviting a representative from county government to brief the commission on the transportation proposal and its implications for riders with disabilities. The minutes record that Bob (a member referenced by first name) can assist with digital accessibility outreach and that the commission will revisit outreach planning in coming months.
No formal vote or policy decision was taken on the transportation proposal at this meeting; the discussion was recorded as part of community outreach and future agenda planning.
