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Minnesota School Transportation Study Released

Recent State legislation required a study to “consider efficiencies that could result from a regional approach to student transportation.” The legislation also required that the use of transit for student transportation be considered, and that the study include all geographic areas of the state. This study resulted in findings and recommendations for making changes to student transportation for efficiencies through collaboration, use of public transit, in contracts and overall transportation management.

SIGN UP for the March 18 Town Hall on Voting with MN Sec. of State

Elections in Minnesota are important affairs, and we want to make sure that all voters have their say about what they want in voting options. We have an afternoon planned to discuss the various aspects about how elections are held in Minnesota, and what we can do to make sure that people with disabilities have every opportunity to cast their ballot. Join us and be part of the conversation!

Statewide Disability Advocacy Day at Capitol Is April 11

Please join us! This is your opportunity to meet with senators and representatives about your concerns as a person with a disability or an ally/advocate. It is more important than ever you be there to advocate for yourself and people with disabilities.

HUD Clarifies Stance on Removing Elevator Service in Apartment Buildings

Required safety upgrades for elevators are causing some building owners to declare that they are taking their elevators permanently out of service in occupied apartment buildings. If you are aware of such a situation, please review the attached information. If the buildings and/or tenants fall into any of the described categories, please contact Housing and Urban Development.

REGISTER NOW for MSCOD Town Hall on Voting with MN Sec. of State

Elections in Minnesota are important affairs, and we want to make sure that all voters have their say about what they want in voting options. We have an afternoon planned to discuss the various aspects about how elections are held in Minnesota, and what we can do to make sure that people with disabilities have every opportunity to cast their ballot. Join us and be part of the conversation!