Digital accessibility-related issues identified by the City are also submitted and managed through this system, ensuring consistent handling and resolution in alignment with broader IT service processes.

Accessibility Prioritization Committee Re-Established

The Accessibility Prioritization Committee was originally formed to support accessibility initiatives across city departments. While the committee held several meetings and began laying important groundwork, limited resources and staff turnover contributed to a pause in its activities. The need for a more sustainable and integrated model became clear over time.

Today, the City’s approach to accessibility has matured. With growing awareness of digital inclusion and stronger collaboration across departments, including the Office of Accessibility, Information Technology, and Human Resources, the committee is being re-established with a broader, more strategic scope.

The reimagined Accessibility Prioritization Committee will serve as a cross-functional, community-engaged body addressing all dimensions of accessibility: digital, physical, programmatic, and linguistic. This inclusive structure reflects a commitment to equity and ensures that the perspectives of people with disabilities and other historically underserved communities are embedded in decision-making processes.

Over the past two years, foundational work has been completed to support this relaunch. Draft bylaws, a defined organizational structure, and a clear mission have been developed to guide the committee’s work. These efforts have also prompted important discussions about legal alignment, digital accessibility governance, and long-term sustainability.

This is not simply a restart, but a strategic relaunch that reflects a broader cultural shift in how accessibility is approached across the city. With stronger institutional support and a more collaborative civic environment, the committee’s goal is to become a central hub for policy development, community engagement, and accountability.

Re-establishing the Accessibility Prioritization Committee is a key component of the City’s digital accessibility transition plan. It reinforces the principle that accessibility is a shared responsibility, one that must be embedded in the City’s culture, operations, and digital infrastructure.