[ Disabled residents ] are suffering isolation . So , I am driving to build an intentional community in Arlington . Arlington could be the model for our country .
– an Arlington resident
Disabled Community
The City of Arlington recognizes that people with disabilities are valuable members of our community and should be afforded the same respect and access to opportunity as all Arlington residents . Additionally , the City recognizes that the disabled community is not a monolith .
Our disabled residents embody a rich diversity across a broad spectrum of physical , intellectual , developmental , sensory and other impairments .
Our subcommittee met its charge to improve the quality of life for our disabled residents by designing a series of recommendations that address the needs and concerns expressed by members of the disabled community and their allies .
The subcommittee learned about the specific needs of the disabled community by meeting with subject-matter experts , interviewing members of the disabled community and reviewing City policies and practices .
[ Disabled residents ] are suffering isolation . So , I am driving to build an intentional community in Arlington . Arlington could be the model for our country .
– an Arlington resident
As a result of these efforts , the subcommittee ’ s recommendations focus on addressing issues of accessibility to public facilities , websites , communication platforms and other City applications . The recommendations also support the City ’ s impending efforts to update its current ADA Transition Plan . Arlington will continue advancing policies and practices to maximize the quality of life for our disabled residents . As “ The American Dream City ,” we are fully committed to ensuring equitable outcomes and a sense of belonging for all our citizens and stakeholders .
Disabled Community Subcommittee
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