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Aug 21, 2026

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Commission Addresses Accessible Meeting Technology

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Briefing

Jul 13, 2026

Commission Reviews Disability Access Responsibilities

The Commission’s anti-bigotry statement was read into the City Council record, and members began training on local-government responsibilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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Briefing

Jun 15, 2026

Commission Approves Letter on Bigotry

The Commission unanimously approved a revised statement on bigotry for submission to the City Clerk, with a planned reading at the next Council Meeting.

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Briefing

Jun 8, 2026

Commission Advances Civil Rights Statement

The commission unanimously authorized its chair to draft a public statement condemning bigoted comments and threats and calling for more civil discourse. The draft will be discussed at a June 15 special meeting. A presentation on Howard Brown Park redevelopment said the design phase may continue for six weeks, with construction expected in three to five months.

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Briefing

May 11, 2026

Commission Reviews Advocacy and ADA Training

The commission confirmed that an ADA training will be held at its July 13 meeting and unanimously approved the agenda and corrected April 13 minutes. Members also prepared for a June presentation on Howard Brown Park redevelopment.

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Briefing

Apr 13, 2026

Brown Park discussion postponed to June

The planned discussion with Norwich Community Development Corporation about Howard T. Brown Park redevelopment was postponed and rescheduled for June 8. The Commission unanimously approved the amended agenda and the March 9 minutes.

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Briefing

Mar 9, 2026

Commission Plans Accessibility Review for Park Redevelopment

The Commission will participate in biweekly reviews of the Howard T. Brown Park redevelopment and prepare accessibility questions about outdoor recreation, including hearing access, visual access, and public safety.

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Briefing

Feb 9, 2026

Commission Expands Accessible Meeting Options

The City Manager approved Zoom and phone participation for Commission members who cannot attend in person. The Commission also unanimously approved adding “absent without notice” and “absent with notice” categories to its bylaws.

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Briefing

Jan 12, 2026

Commission Addresses Accessible Meeting Technology

The Commission identified limited communication technology, including a lack of Zoom options, as a barrier to municipal meeting participation for people with hearing disabilities. The chair will send a memo requesting discussions with the City Manager’s Office, and a member will document possible equipment options.

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