Commission on Disabilities approves $2,000 for library accessibility system.
Commission on Disabilities unanimously approves $2,000 for library accessibility system. Chair Stephanie Gertz and four members voted to fund an OWL system for the Hingham Public Library from the Handicapped Parking Fund. The commission also advanced plans for a floating beach wheelchair through
Commission on Disabilities · Meeting of February 11, 2026
HINGHAM — Commission on Disabilities unanimously approves $2,000 for library accessibility system. Chair Stephanie Gertz and four members voted to fund an OWL system for the Hingham Public Library from the Handicapped Parking Fund. The commission also advanced plans for a floating beach wheelchair through the SmileMass grant pending Trustees of the Bathing Beach approval, discussed accessible desk options for the high school ranging from $200 to $500, and reviewed accessibility initiatives with the Arts Alliance and Human Rights Commission.
The Handicapped Parking Fund held $4,803.92 as of January 31, 2026.
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Source: the Commission on Disabilities meeting of February 11, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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