Mission
The Phoenix Mayor's Commission on Disability Issues (MCDI) addresses issues affecting people with disabilities in the city of Phoenix. The commission provides input on accessibility to city facilities and properties, and public transportation needs for people with disabilities.
It also assists the city in complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and coordinates the MCDI Employment, Education and Training Grant program.
Meetings
Commission meetings are held bimonthly at 4:15 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday in Room 704 of the Calvin C. Goode Building, 251 W. Washington St., 7th Floor. The commission is staffed by the Equal Opportunity Department. For meeting times, visit phoenix.gov/PUBMEETC. All meetings are open to the public.
Membership
The commission is made up of 21 volunteer citizens appointed by the mayor and City Council that have expertise and/or a strong interest in disability concerns and making Phoenix a barrier-free city for all its residents.
Membership applications are available at http://phoenix.gov/citygovernment/boards/apply/index.html or by calling the Equal Opportunity Department at 602-495-0358/voice or 602-534-1557/TTY.