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Commission backs review of GreenVAS Scan Sign pilot for ASL translations
Summary
The Commission reviewed a GreenVAS pilot to use QR codes to link ASL videos to selected county forms; the pilot is funded by a $10,000 donation and remains subject to County Council approval.
Commissioners reviewed a presentation from GreenVAS Communications on a Scan Sign Pilot Project intended to make county forms more accessible by linking ASL translations via QR codes. The pilot would target county-specific documents and is funded by a $10,000 donation from GreenVAS; final implementation requires County Council approval.
Commissioners praised the concept but urged focusing on county forms (to avoid duplicating federal or state documents), raised concerns about translating frequently updated documents, and stressed the need to ensure accessibility for residents who are not tech-savvy. County Executive Rowena Dagdag-Andaya outlined the funding source and next approval steps.
