Tag: disability rights washington

August 26, 2021

Disability Mobility report makes a powerful, story-driven case for transit and street improvements across Washington State

Disability Rights Washington released a report this week that is so good it should be considered mandatory reading for everyone working in transportation in our state. The word “report” doesn’t really do it justice because “Transportation Access for Everyone: Washington State” is filled with personal stories from people all over the state who are being…
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tagged: disability mobility initiative, disability rights washington
April 10, 2017

Making streets more accessible is not a ‘cost,’ it’s a vital investment

News broke last week that the city is on the verge of settling a lawsuit that could result in a big investment in more curb ramps around Seattle. Three people with disabilities — Conrad Reynoldson, Stuart Pixley and David Whedbey — sued the city in 2015 and have since grown the case into a class…
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tagged: ADA, conrad reynoldson, david whedbey, disability rights washington, seattle times, stuart pixley