The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law on July 26,
1990 and was amended most recently in January 2009. The ADA is a wide-ranging
civil rights law that prohibits discrimination based on disability. Disability
is defined as "a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major
life activity," such as walking, seeing, hearing, breathing, thinking,
socializing, and working, for example. The ADAAA includes a list of impairments
to major life activities. For more information about what the ADA says, go to www.adainformation.org.
Our Mission
The Pueblo ADA Advisory Committee serves as an active resource to the City
and County on issues affecting people with disabilities. It is empowered to:
- Review new building projects
- Review and monitor existing facilities and services for compliance with
the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 as amended
- Provide information and resources to the community about compliance with
the Americans with Disabilities Act and other disability legislation
- Handle issues or suggestions from citizens about access to facilities and
services
- Identify barriers that hinder citizen participation in all aspects of
community life
- Recommend plans or policy changes for ADA compliance
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