Lawrence City Commission honors the 27th Anniversary of the ADA with reading and signing of proclamation

The Lawrence City Commission, to a packed City Hall, read and signed a proclamation regarding the 27th Anniversary of the American’s with Disabilities Act, thanking the community for their support and progress and pledging ongoing support for continued and much needed improvements and compliance. Members of the Independence, Inc. Task Force and others were in attendance and Task Force member, Drew White, received a copy of the proclamation on behalf of Independence, Inc.

Independence, Inc. Co-Director, Bob Mikesic, used his time at the mic to thank the commission as well to bring awareness to changes that still need to be made including raising awareness of the Better Care Reconciliation Act and how that may impact community members who are disabled, elderly or low-income.

Also honored at the meeting with a signed letter of congratulations and support, was Deb Young,  Ms. Wheelchair Kansas 2017.