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.
2022 Commission on Disabilities Employer Awards Ceremony
The awards recognize employers whose hiring and/or accommodation practices, staff development, and advancement possibilities value diversity and provide equal opportunities for employees with disabilities. Join us for the awards ceremony on Wednesday, October 19 at 1:00 p.m. at Belmont Manor in Elkridge.
- Chairperson: Doug Lea
- Vice Chairperson: Marian Vessels
- Adeniyi Michael Adekoya
- Beth Benevides
- Heidi Burghardt
- Nicole Czarnecki
- Joshua Hirsh
- Greg Schuckman
- Steven Towne
- Mia Williams
- Karen Wood
Meets from 6:30-8:30 PM the fourth Monday every other month, except in December. Meetings are currently being held virtually via WebEx and 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.
All Commission meetings are open to the public, unless otherwise noted. Persons requiring reasonable accommodations should submit a request by email to [email protected] or call 410-313-6402 (voice/relay) at least five (5) business days before the meeting.
To join a Webex Commission Meeting:
Join from the meeting link
Join by meeting number: 2300 446 5228
Meeting password: TJidbDsX456
Join by phone: 1-650-479-3207 Call-in number (US/Canada)
Access code: 2300 446 5228
Upcoming 2022 Meeting Dates:
- June 27
- August 22 (Agenda)
- October 24
- December 5
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.
Meets from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of every other month, except in July. Persons requiring reasonable accommodations should submit a request by email to [email protected] or call 410-313-6402 (voice/relay) at least five (5) business days before the meeting.
2022 Access Committee Meeting Dates:
- Tuesday, May 10
- Tuesday, September 13 (Cancelled)
- Tuesday, November 8
The Strategic Planning Committee will meet via Webex on Monday, August 1 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
- August 2022 Agenda