About
The Howard County Commission on Disabilities (CoD) was established by statute in 1988 to increase public awareness of disability-related issues; serve in an advisory capacity on County Government programs, policies, and budget; and assist County Government to ensure compliance with the requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. The commission’s mission is facilitated through the efforts of its members and its subcommittees.
Celebrating 80 years of NDEAM
Howard County’s Offices of Workforce Development, ADA Coordination and Disability Services and the Commission on Disabilities commemorated the 80th anniversary of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) on October 21 at the East Columbia 50+ Center. The event included presentations, exhibit tables and interactive activities to support equitable access to employment opportunities for people with disabilities.
Commission Information
Board Members
- Chairperson: Greg Schuckman
- Vice Chairperson: Steven Towne
- Thomas Horejes
- Ernest Jackson, Jr.
- Gift Jayakar
- Regina Lee
- Jeffrey Lemich
- Elke Pieters
- Robert Suggs
- Bryan Weinstein
- Susan Hirsh
- William McIntyre
General Meeting Schedule
Meetings are held on the fourth Monday of every other month (except December) from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Meetings may adjourn earlier or later than the time specified in this notice. An agenda will be posted here three (3) business days before the meeting.
Meetings will be held in person at 9830 Patuxent Woods Drive, Columbia, MD, 21046.
All Commission meetings are open to the public, unless otherwise noted. Persons requiring reasonable accommodations should submit a request by email to CoD@howardcountymd.gov or call 410-313-6402 (voice/relay) at least five (5) business days before the meeting.
2025 Meeting Dates:
- February 24
- April 28
- June 23 (No meeting was held as a quorum was not present)
- August 25
- October 27
- December 8 (Webex link to join meeting)
Report on the Status of People with Disabilities in Howard County
County Resolution 23-2018 required the Commission on Disabilities to research, review and prepare a report with recommendations “on how the County can facilitate full inclusion of all residents in all aspects of community life” and best practices in disabilities services, specifically in the areas of Education, Employment, Housing, Peer Relationships and Transportation. Staff of the Department of Community Resources and Services prepared this report on behalf of the Commission on Disabilities.
Celebrate ADA 35 Years
(1990-2025) Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Credit: ADA National Network (adata.org) 1-800-949-4232
Accessible Parking Guidelines
Accessible parking is crucial for people with disabilities, to ensure their safety, independence and equal access to public spaces. The Howard County Office of ADA Coordination and the Access Committee of the Commission on Disabilities have created accessible parking guidelines for motorists and owners of public places.
