Minneapolis Advisory Committee on People with Disabilities
On March 30, 1990 the City Council adopted Resolution 90R-115, reestablishing an Advisory Committee on People with Disabilities to provide advice and guidance.
The Committee’s desire is that through their input and work, residents and visitors with disabilities will enjoy a more accessible and complete experience of the City and be more engaged the opportunities afforded to all persons.
For more details see, Minneapolis Advisory Committee on People with Disabilities website.
About MACOPD
The Minneapolis Advisory Committee on People with Disabilities (MACOPD) serves as a resource to the Mayor, City Council and all City elected officials, leaders and departments to ensure proactive and holistic planning is in place and that appropriate actions are taken to prevent and address issues affecting persons with disabilities as a part of their work. The Committees provides advisory services regarding Americans with Disabilities Act mandates and ways in which the City of Minneapolis can be more accessible for all persons.
Committee meeting times and location
The MACOPD meets every 3rd Wednesday of the month between 4:30 – 6:30 PM in Room 132 City Hall. All meetings are open to the public but we follow strict agenda and often have a busy agenda so guests do not speak unless they arrange in advance.
The committee is staffed by the Neighborhood and COmmunity Relations Department. If you need more information on the committee, please call Lance Knuckles 612-673-2919.
Committee Members
The disability committee has 15 members. They are appointed in two year terms. Committee members are appointed by Mayor, with City Council approval, 7 in odd numbered years, 8 in even numbered years using the Citys open appointment process
Meeting Times and Location | 3rd Wednesday of every month Are you interested in attending an MACOPD meeting? All meetings are open to the public. The next meeting is:______ |
Department | Senior Ombudsman's Office |
Contact | 612-673-3004 (612) 673-xxxx TTY xxx.ci.minneapolis.mn.us |
Number of Members | 15 |
Appointment Process | By Mayor, with City Council approval, 7 in odd numbered years, 8 in even numbered years using the Citys open appointment process |
Term of Appointment | 2 years |
Compensation | None |
Residency Requirement | Yes |
The City of Minneapolis invites and encourages participation by every resident to each program, service and event within our city. Should you require an accommodation in order for you to fully participate, or should you require this document in a different format, please let us know by contacting 612-673-3737.
Last updated Jan. 16, 2014
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