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Some of Arlington’s disabled residents have not been happy lately with the county’s changes to its parking system and have been looking to Washington D.C.’s streets for guidance. more »
May 8, 2013 by Sydney Paul | Steve Thurston in Countywide
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In the past year, the county installed and then replaced non-compliant parking meters. The newest meters being unveiled this week are compliant but some in the handicapped community still are calling foul. more »
May 7, 2013 by Sydney Paul | Steve Thurston in Countywide
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According to APS, the schools are negotiating with the landlord to include power-assist doors at the Sequoia Center. The attached parking garage has handicapped parking spaces and access to elevators from the first floor. more »
May 13, 2013 by Steve Thurston in About Arlington
Mercury staff talked with a handful of people who must negotiate the county's built environment everyday from the seat of a wheelchair. more »
Apr 22, 2013 by Sydney Paul | Steve Thurston in About Arlington (2 Comments)
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Despite general agreement there, many in the neighborhood were upset about the county’s work, the placement of the sidewalk which zigs-zags down the street, the harm to tree roots, and other issues. more »
Jan 4, 2013 by Steve Thurston in About Arlington
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The Arlington Disability Advisory Commission is a 13-member citizen advisory group appointed by the County Board to direct community attention to the full range of needs of persons with physical disabilities. more »