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Hearing proceeded with interpreter after confirming Tina Mason’s communication needs
Summary
Tina Mason, who is deaf, consented to proceed at the Aug. 4 hearing with an on‑site interpreter; the hearing officer confirmed accommodation before continuing to questions about paperwork.
Before testimony began the hearing officer asked that anyone testifying be placed under oath and confirmed that Tina Mason would be accommodated because she is deaf. A support person interpreted for Mason and assisted in stating her name for the record.
The hearing officer asked Mason if she was willing to proceed with the interpreter present; Mason replied, "Yes, ma'am. Yes. Sure." The hearing proceeded with interpretation and with staff answering questions about forms and filings.
Mason repeatedly emphasized she did not want to lose her home: "I don't wanna lose my home. This is the only family I have," she said during testimony.
