The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law on July 26, 1990, by President George H.W. Bush. Throughout the year, and on the ADA Anniversary (July 26), the ADA National Network recognizes this landmark event and the important work to promote equal opportunity for people with disabilities.
Join Connecticut Department of Transportation, ADA Coalition of Connecticut, City of New Britain, WTS CT, ITE CT and the T2 Center for an anniversary celebration event to mark 34 years of ADA! This event will break down classroom walls and offer an outdoor experience for participants to hear how individuals are improving accessibility in communities. Hear updates from the federal, state and local levels including City of New Britain’s initiatives. The event also includes table exhibits with resources and hands-on activities. Participants will be able to inspect pedestrian facilities such as curb ramps and sidewalks and experience a small glimpse of challenges faced by people with disabilities every day.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER: PHIL MAGALNICK
- Accessibility Advocate
- Co-Chair, Stamford ADA Advisory Council
- Chair, State of CT Rehabilitation Council, ADS–BESB
- Councilman, State of CT Public Transportation Council
- Member, Stamford Vision Zero Task Force
- Member, Stamford IDEAS Committee
- Member, PEL for the I 95 redevelopment through Stanford
FEATURED SPEAKERS & EXHIBITS
- Mark Moriarty, City of New Britain Director Public Works
- Erik Barbieri, City of New Britain Director Parks & Recreation & ADA Coalition of Connecticut
- Karen Kitsis, CTDOT Deputy Commissioner
- T2 Center ADA Mobility Device Tool Kit
- CTDOT ADA Engineering Coordination ADA Compliance & Inspection Best Practices
- CTDOT Safe Routes to School Resources
- CTDOT Qualified Product List Manufacturer/Supplier
- ADA Solutions
- Detectable Warning Systems
- EJ USA
- And more...!
Date & Time:
Wednesday, October 2nd
9:30 am - 11:30 am
Outdoor Location: Walnut Hill Park, New Britian
Rain Location: CTDOT HQ, Newington (In the event of rain the event will be moved indoors on the same date and time)
A light breakfast will be provided and will be first come, first serve.
This event is free but registration is required.
