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- Bristol County
- 4/9/25
- 04/10/2025
- 14 Minutes
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Overview: The Fall River Commission on Disability approved an increase in the scholarship amount for local students and discussed the reintroduction of the accessible trail bill during its recent meeting. The Commission decided to award $2,000 per scholarship recipient, up from previous amounts, and allocated funds for the associated event. Additionally, members reviewed ongoing efforts regarding the accessible trail bill, which aims to enhance inclusivity in Massachusetts’ public spaces.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 2/12/25
- 02/14/2025
- 49 Minutes
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Overview: The Fall River Commission on Disability convened to address issues surrounding its funding policy, notably the application of public funds for private accessibility projects. Commissioners engaged in a detailed examination of the policy, initially established in 2021, debating whether it aligns with state regulations and the need for legal input to ensure compliance.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 11/13/24
- 11/13/2024
- 14 Minutes
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Overview: The Fall River Commission on Disability is planning a virtual workshop focused on voting accessibility for people with disabilities in collaboration with the Disability Law Center and potentially the Southeast Center for Independent Living. This initiative aims to provide comprehensive information on recent changes to accessible voting procedures, although it was noted that this information came too late for the recent election cycle. The workshop will be organized before the next municipal elections in the fall.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 9/11/24
- 09/12/2024
- 16 Minutes
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Overview: The Fall River Commission on Disability held its meeting on September 11, 2024, focusing on the election of officers and updates on ADA improvement grants for the city.
- MA
- Bristol County
- 5/8/24
- 05/09/2024
- 18 Minutes
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Overview: In a move, the Fall River Commission on Disability voted to reject a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Fall River Police Department during their recent meeting. The Commission expressed concerns over unaddressed underlying issues between the two entities and cited vagueness and non-specific language in the contract as reasons for the rejection. Following the unanimous vote to discard the MOU, the Commission shifted focus to a statewide initiative, where they voted to endorse a bill advocating for accessible trails in Massachusetts.
