Commission surveys town on accessibility needs and gaps
Commission on Disabilities · Meeting of January 13, 2026
Shrewsbury disability survey clearly identifies top resident priorities for town services. A 66-person community needs assessment completed by the Commission on Disabilities found that 50 percent of respondents feel uninformed about disability-related resources, with transportation emerging as the largest barrier. The commission unanimously approved prior meeting minutes and discussed initiatives to improve public awareness of disability benefits.
Chairperson Deb DelDotto tasked members with updating the town website to publicize available resources and support, marking a key priority for 2026.
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Source: the Commission on Disabilities meeting of January 13, 2026, reported from the official video recording and transcript.
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