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Residents urge better accessibility and question WSU mill-levy county role during public comment
Summary
During public comments, members of the Wichita-Sedgwick County Access Advisory Board urged the commission to fill vacancies and consider accessibility (audible signals, curb cuts, entrances) in projects across city and county. Another speaker raised concerns about county financial obligations tied to the Wichita State University mill levy and urged discussion of shifting obligations to the City of Wichita.
Lisa Veda, representing the Wichita-Sedgwick County Access Advisory Board, told commissioners that projects across city and county should consistently address accessibility features such as audible pedestrian signals, consistent curb cuts, entrances/exits, and communications for people with disabilities. She asked the commission to ensure appointed advisory boards are fully staffed and cited the ADA's anniversary and upcoming city proclamation.
Faith Martin addressed the WSU mill levy and county funding responsibilities, raising concerns that long-term debt service could require pulling funding from other county services. She urged that the county explore whether the City of Wichita should resume funding obligations originally mandated by state law and asked for clarity on legal and fiscal obligations before future budget decisions.
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