BELLINGHAM, Wash. — The City of Bellingham launched an accessibility survey last month, and now it’s the county’s turn.
Whatcom County is asking residents to help them with their ADA Transition Plan with a goal of creating an inclusive and welcoming environment that’s accessible to everyone.
ADA stands for the Americans with Disabilities Act, a law signed by President George H. W. Bush in 1990.
The original purpose of the ADA was to “provide clear, strong, consistent, enforceable standards addressing discrimination against individuals with disabilities.”
The County has a survey on their website where you can help them prioritize projects and identify accessibility barriers on sidewalks, crosswalks, and curb ramps.