<p data-block-key="wvfs5">The Mayor's Office on Disability was established in 1998. It was designated as the City’s overall ADA Coordinator. We currently have 6 full time employees, all with extensive experience and knowledge of civil rights laws and architectural access standards.</p>

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The Mayor’s Officer on Disability assists City departments in making all programs, services, benefits, activities, and facilities owned, operated, or funded by the City and County of San Francisco accessible to and useable by individuals with disabilities.

MAYOR’S DISABILITY COUNCIL (MDC) Agenda, June 21, 2024, 1 pm - 4 pm

MAYOR’S DISABILITY COUNCIL (MDC) Agenda, May 17, 2024, 1 pm - 4 pm

San Francisco Mayor Proclaims October 15, 2024 as White Cane and Guide Dogs Day, Celebrating Independence and Mobility for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Official Proclamation from the San Francisco Mayor's Office Declaring October 15, 2024 as White Cane and Guide Dogs Day

Cancelled: Mayor’s Disability Council Meeting on October 18, 2024

Dear Disability Community Members: 
 
The Mayor’s Disability Council (MDC) announces the upcoming public meeting agenda items for October 18, 2024. Please save the date and spread the word to others who may want to learn more.

Save the Date: Mayor’s Disability Council Meeting on October 18, 2024: Employment and people with disabilities in San Francisco

We're excited to share that our San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) colleagues have released a new podcast episode focusing on scooter safety. This episode is part of their ongoing efforts to improve transportation safety and accessibility for all.

SFMTA's Latest Podcast Episode on Scooter Safety

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Position Announcement for the Director of Mayor's Office on Disability

The Mayor’s Office on Disability (MOD) Offices are moving!  Beginning on May 16, 2024, MOD will no longer be located at 1155 Market Street, 1st floor, San Francisco.

Mayor’s Office on Disability is moving

***PRESS RELEASE***

MAYOR LONDON BREED AND CITY ADMINISTRATOR CARMEN CHU ANNOUNCE THE DEPARTURE OF NICOLE BOHN, DIRECTOR OF THE MAYOR’S OFFICE ON DISABILITY

***PRESS RELEASE*** Nicole Bohn to depart from the Mayor's Office on Disability

Bohn advised the Mayor, policymakers, and departments citywide to make City programs and facilities fully accessible to Deaf and Disabled San Franciscans.

Mayor London Breed and City Administrator Carmen Chu announce the departure of Nicole Bohn, Director of the Mayor's Office on Disability

Dear Disability Community Members: 

The Mayor’s Disability Council (MDC) announces the upcoming public meeting agenda items for April 19, 2024. Please save the date and spread the word to others who may want to learn more.

Save the Date: SFMTA's process for blue zones and SF Fellows' report on feasibility of Electric Wheelchair Charging Stations, Mayor’s Disability Council Meeting on April 19, 2024

The San Francisco City Fellows program, in collaboration with the Mayor’s Office on Disability, is researching and evaluating the feasibility of installing electric wheelchair charging stations in San Francisco public spaces.

Community Survey for Electric Wheelchair Charging Stations in SF

Mayor’s Disability meeting cancellation; how to submit public comments

In Memory of Judy Heumann (1947 – 2023)

This guidance is up-to-date as of February 17, 2023.  There are many factors that affect the implementation of hybrid meetings and remote public participation, and some details may change.  MOD welcomes input with suggestions for improvement and clarity, and we are available to answer questions and provide technical assistance.  We recommend you review the entire guide, as most practices apply regardless of your meeting format. For assistance, contact us at MOD@sfgov.org.

MOD guidance for Remote Public Participation in Public Meetings

Mayor’s Disability Council announces upcoming public joint meeting of MDC and the Disability and Aging Commission agenda items (February 17, 2023; 1 pm – 4 pm)

February 23, 2023: Public Listening Session for SF Disability Community Cultural Center

Nicole Bohn, Director 

Mayor’s Office on Disability

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Director’s Report to the Mayor’s Disability Council (MDC)   January 20, 2023

Today’s Director’s Report to the Mayor’s Disability Council (MDC) provides a snapshot of some of the core issues that the Mayor’s Office on Disability (MOD) has been engaged with since the most recent public hearing of the MDC. The Council is encouraged to follow up on any of the items presented today. Along with this, items for future agenda consideration are provided.

Director’s Report to the Mayor’s Disability Council (MDC) November 18, 2022

The Mayor’s Disability Council (MDC) announces upcoming public meeting agenda items for January 20, 2023. Please save the date, and spread the word to others who may want to learn more.

Mayor’s Disability Council announces upcoming public meeting items (January 20, 2023; 1 pm – 4 pm)

An adaptive bicycling and adaptive e-scooter opportunity from SFMTA

2nd Annual Adaptive Transportation Day November 5 in Golden Gate Park

Our colleagues at the San Francisco Tech Council want to make sure that people in the disability community know about this opportunity, especially since internet access is so vital for major life functions.

Free high-speed internet available online and at October 22 event

Public nominations are now open for the 2022 Bob Planthold Beacon Award through September 30, 2022.

Mayor’s Disability Council seeks nominations for 2022 Bob Planthold Beacon Award

Nine informational bulletins will help shorten building approval time and ensure consistent disability access across City projects

City agencies announce improvements to speed up affordable housing construction

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John Finnegan

John Koste

Helen Smolinski

Alicia Contreras Langagne

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Public Reports by the Mayor's Office on Disability

The Mayor’s Office on Disability (MOD) Offices are moving!  Beginning on May 16, 2024, MOD will no longer be located at 1155 Market Street, 1st floor, San Francisco. 

Effective May 20, 2024, MOD’s offices will be at 1455 Market Street, 8th floor, San Francisco, CA 94103. Phone: 415-554-0670. 

Includes topics like transportation, building access, disability rights, support for families, and legal resources.

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