Colorado Springs Expands Disability Access Programs, Ensuring Equal Services for All Residents
The City of Colorado Springs has reinforced its commitment to disability rights and accessibility through comprehensive accommodations and services available to all residents with disabilities. The program ensures equal access to city services, employment opportunities, and public facilities for thousands of local families affected by disabilities.
"Our goal is to make Colorado Springs a model of accessibility and inclusion," says Jason Crowe, the city's Accessibility Manager and ADA/Section 504 Title II Coordinator. "Every Springs resident deserves equal access to city services and programs, regardless of their abilities."
Key Services for Colorado Families
The city's accessibility initiative includes several important provisions for local residents:
- Free auxiliary aids and communication services for residents with hearing, vision, or speech disabilities
- Reasonable modifications to city policies to accommodate disabled residents
- Welcome access for service animals in all city facilities
- Architectural accessibility improvements to public buildings
- No additional charges for disability accommodations
How Springs Residents Can Access Services
Colorado Springs residents can now request ADA accommodations or services through multiple convenient channels:
- The city's official website
- The GoCos! mobile application
- Direct contact with the ADA Coordinator's office
- Phone assistance at 719-385-5175
- Relay Colorado services at 7-1-1 for deaf and hard-of-hearing residents
Employment Protections for Local Workers
The program also strengthens employment protections for Colorado Springs' workforce, ensuring compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity Commission regulations and prohibiting discrimination in hiring practices based on disability status.
"These services and accommodations aren't just about compliance - they're about creating a more inclusive Colorado Springs where every resident can fully participate in city life," explains Crowe.
Residents requiring accommodations are encouraged to submit requests at least 48 hours before scheduled events or services are needed. The city's accessibility office is located at 30 South Nevada Avenue, Suite 301 in downtown Colorado Springs.
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