Somerville Commission for Persons with Disabilities Seeks Four Members

The Somerville Commission for Persons with Disabilities (SCPD) seeks four new members, and Somerville residents are encouraged to apply. Three of the openings must be filled by people who identify as having a disability, and one must be filled by a Somerville resident who is a family member of a person with a disability.

The SCPD serves critical functions in the city, such as coordinating and carrying out programs to meet the needs of people with disabilities. Additionally, commissioners provide information, review policies, and make recommendations on issues affecting people with disabilities. The SCPD works collaboratively with the City’s ADA Coordinator, who also serves as the staff liaison.

Commissioners must be able to commit to at least five hours of service per month. The SCPD meets every second Tuesday of the month from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Members are confirmed by the City Council. These are volunteer positions.

Applications are due Tuesday, September 6. Interested candidates should submit a statement of interest by email to ada@somervillema.gov or by mail to Adrienne Pomeroy, ADA Coordinator, City of Somerville, 93 Highland Ave., Somerville, MA 02143. Please contact Adrienne at 617-625-6600 ext. 2059 or apomeroy@somervillema.gov with questions.

The City of Somerville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected category. Auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures will be provided to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities free of charge, upon request.

Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication (i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should please contact Adrienne Pomeroy at 617-625-6600 ext. 2059 or ADA@somervillema.gov.