ESTABLISHMENT of COMMISSION ON DISABILITY
Posted on: October 5, 2016 - 12:06pm
The Town of Sunderland is establishment a COMMISSION ON DISABILITY.
The Commission will consist of five (5) members appointed by the Board of Selectmen. The main role of the Commission as sited by MGL C40 section83, is to:
- Research local problems of people with disabilities;
- Advise and assist municipal officials and employees in insuring compliance with state and federal laws and regulations that affect people with disabilities;
- Coordinate or carry out programs designed to meet the problems of people with disabilities in coordination with programs of the Massachusetts Office on Disability.
- Review and make recommendations about policies, procedures, services, activities and facilities of departments, boards and agencies of said city or town as they affect people with disabilities;
- Provide information, referrals, guidance and technical assistance to individuals, public agencies, businesses and organizations in all matters pertaining to disability;
- Coordinate activities of other local groups organized for similar purposes.
If you are interested in serving on this Commission, please send an email to the Board of Selectmen.