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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Office
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law on July 26, 1990, by President George H.W. Bush. The ADA is one of America's most comprehensive pieces of civil rights legislation that prohibits discrimination and guarantees that people with disabilities have the same opportunities as everyone else to participate in the mainstream of American life - to enjoy employment opportunities, to purchase goods and services, and to participate in State and local government programs and services.
Beverly's ADA Office
The City of Beverly's ADA Office is run out of the Municipal Inspections Office and the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Office. The City's ADA Coordinators are the current Building Commissioner, Jim Butler, and the current DEIB Director, Wangari Fahari.
Boards & Commissions
Helpful Documents
- Building a Diverse Customer Base (PDF)
- Communicating with Guests Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (PDF)
- Customers with Disabilities Mean Business (PDF)
- Primer for Small Business
- Primer for State and Local Governments
- Service Animals Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (PDF)
- Tax Incentives for Improving Accessibility (PDF)
Helpful Resources
- Accessibility for Older Adult Customers
- ADA Website
- ADA Regulations
- ADA Standards for Accessible Design
- ADA Technical Assistance to Businesses
- ADA Enforcement
- Assistance at Self Serve Gas Stations
- The Wheelchair Recycler
Further Information
Please note: Questions, issues or concerns related to the Beverly Disabilities Commission should be sent directly to the commission. Email the Beverly Disabilities Commission.