The following is by the City of Georgetown, Texas
The City of Georgetown is assessing its programs, services, and activities for accessibility and updating its current plan to reach compliance with state and federal accessibility standards. The City has published its initial findings and is asking its residents for feedback and input on priorities before finalizing its plan for next steps.
Title II of the ADA requires the City of Georgetown to perform an ADA Self-Evaluation to ensure that the City is providing its programs, services, and activities accessibly. In 2016, the City completed its first comprehensive ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan. To ensure the City’s accessibility program reflects current conditions and evolving accessibility standards, the City is undergoing an update to the 2016 plan.
A review of dozens of City services and facilities, including sidewalks, parks and trails, City buildings, public meeting procedures, and digital services, identified actions the City can take to address gaps in accessibility. Staff will use the findings and public input to develop recommendations and solutions to address these issues. The City is asking residents to review the findings—either in the full report or through a video presentation available on the City website—and submit their feedback through an online survey before Jan. 16, 2026.
“Ensuring all our City programs and services are accessible is critical to maintaining our welcoming, thriving community,” said Georgetown ADA Coordinator Lua Saluone. “As we go through this process of evaluating our sidewalks, parks, websites, public meetings, and more, we want to make sure you are involved—we are striving not just for compliance but understanding the real needs and priorities of our residents and visitors. We built this presentation to explain the process we are going through, what we have found so far, and how you can help us meet your needs.”
The City is working in partnership with Access Innovation Partners on this project. AIP is a national leader in accessibility services, founded by industry experts with over 50 years of combined experience, dedicated to supporting public agencies in advancing ADA compliance. The company has served over 30 agencies on ADA Self-Evaluations and Transition Plans and convey deep expertise in ADA self-evaluation, assessments, program, policy and procedures review, public outreach, and transition plan drafting.
“Georgetown’s dedication to accessibility and community engagement sets a powerful example,” AIP senior project manager David Butkus said. “We are excited to work alongside a City that is not only committed to compliance but also genuinely invested in building a more inclusive environment for everyone. With the City’s leadership, staff involvement, and the strong feedback we expect from the community, this project is positioned for great success and long-term impact.”
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