6.24.2026 Commission on Disability

The Fall River Commission on Disability held its meeting on June 24, 2026, beginning with a unanimous vote to move all voting items to the top of the agenda. The commission unanimously approved having the Diamond Regional Vocational Technical High School assume management of the commission's website starting in September, with the only cost being for hosting. Following this, the commission voted to allocate up to $2,000 for website hosting and related expenses with Bluehost for the next three years. This motion was an amendment from an initial proposal of $115.63, passed to ensure sufficient funds. The commission also voted unanimously to cancel its August meeting, in addition to its usual July and December breaks, meaning it will meet nine times per year. The minutes from the May 13, 2026 meeting were also approved without opposition.

The main discussion centered on an ADA update regarding changes to city polling places. Chairman Dennis Palselli and Commissioner Dan Robillard had worked with the Election Commission, led by Director Ryan Lyons, to tour sites and recommend changes, which were recently approved by the City Council. Commissioners Dan Robillard and Ann O'Neill-Souza reported on the council meeting, noting the favorable outcome. The changes aim to improve accessibility, particularly by increasing parking, enhancing security at housing authority locations, and discontinuing the use of the inaccessible Candace Fire Station. The commission also received brief updates on a successful Community Access Monitor (CAM) training and the distribution of scholarship funds before adjourning. The next meeting was scheduled for September 9, 2026.

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