AMERICANS WITH DISABILITES ACT ADVISORY COMMISSION
Applications to the Americans with Disabilities Act Advisory Commission are open. You may apply at https://onboard.muni.org/application/
The Americans with Disabilities Act Advisory Commission is established by Title IV of Anchorage Municipal Code. This commission meets monthly to discuss actions and plans of the commisson. The Commission is authorized to:
- Review the Americans with Disabilities Act in order to maintain a clear and comprehensive understanding of federal legislation addressing all forms of discrimination against individuals on the basis of disability.
- Make recommendations to the mayor and assembly for the adoption, change or repeal of municipal laws, rules, regulations, restrictions or other matters affecting the individuals with disabilities community.
- Act in an advisory capacity to the mayor and the assembly in matters of policy concerning implementation by the municipality of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
- Report at least annually to the mayor and the assembly on individuals with disabilities issues and progress in relevant areas such as employment and public and private accommodations.
- Identify municipal facilities and employment procedures that require modifications and advise the mayor and assembly of those issues.
- Undertake efforts to open and maintain channels of communication with those with disabilities and to periodically hold hearings on matters of importance to that community, the Municipality of Anchorage, and the local government.
- Carry out educational and public relations programs designed to create public awareness. Perform such other powers and duties as the assembly may refer from time to time.
MEETINGS
The ADA Advisory Commission meets from 6 PM to 7 PM on the 2nd thursday of every month. Please view the Municipality's Public Notices or Boards & Events pages for Microsoft Teams Meeting links.
Meeting Schedule for 2026:
January 14th, 2026
February 12th, 2026
March 12th, 2026
April 9th, 2026
May 14th, 2026
June 11th, 2026
July 9th, 2026
August 13th, 2026
September 10th, 2026
October 8th, 2026
November 12th, 2026
December 10th, 2026
COMMISSIONERS
The Commission consists of seven members, with three members from disability organizations and four members of the community. The Commissioners volunteer their time to serve and educate the community; set annual goals; and present reports to the Assembly and Mayor.
- Vacant (Term Expire Date: 10/17/2026)
- Vacant (Term Expire Date: 10/17/2026)
- Jessica Oswald (Term Expire Date: 10/17/2027)
- Onome Okurume (Term Expire Date: 10/17/2027)
- Ryan DiGiovanni (Term Expire Date: 10/17/2028)
- Bridger Reed-Lewis (Term Expire Date: 10/17/2025)
- Vacant (Term Expires 10/17/2025)