Office of the Mayor

Proclamation

Lawrence, Kansas

WHEREAS:   On July 26, 1990, President George H.W. Bush signed into law the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to ensure the civil rights of people with disabilities.  This legislation established a clear and comprehensive national mandate for the elimination of discrimination against individuals with disabilities; and

WHEREAS:   The ADA has expanded opportunities for Americans with disabilities by reducing barriers and changing perceptions, increasing full participation in community life.  However, the full promise of the ADA will only be reached if public entities remain committed in their efforts to fully implement the ADA; and

WHEREAS:   On the 20^th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Lawrence celebrates and recognizes the progress that has been made by reaffirming the principles of equality and inclusion and recommitting our efforts to reach full ADA compliance;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Mike Amyx, Mayor of the City of Lawrence, Kansas, along with my fellow City Commissioners, do hereby reaffirm our commitment to work toward full ADA compliance in the City of Lawrence, Kansas.

                                                                   Mike Amyx, Mayor

May 25, 2010