#ADA

Public comment sought for how to improve accessibility at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park

The draft plan lays out existing barriers to accessibility, provides recommendations for improving in-park access and proposes timeframes to implement changes.

New videos promote understanding of civil rights in Hawai‘i

The videos empower individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or deafblind to self-advocate for their civil rights.

Hawai‘i County finally nearing finish line to make all beach parks ADA compliant

Hawai‘i County started identifying and upgrading its parks facilities in 2000. After surveying 240 parks and recreation facilities, 35 were recognized as needing upgrades to provide equitable access.

Improvement projects for Kona’s downtown beach parks on track for May completion

The two county construction projects include preservation of heiaus with a buffer of native plants while also building an accessibility ramp and new bathrooms at the beach park.

New playground equipment for Waikōloa Village park sits in storage container for months

The playground equipment, with a price tag of $104,780, was purchased with money raised from several fundraisers held last year by Waikōloa Village residents committed to seeing the park revitalized.

ADA Project Scheduled for Hilo Bayfront Beach Park

Hilo Bayfront Beach parking Lot and comfort station will close temporarily to allow for ADA accessibility improvements.

Hirono Co-Introduces Bill to Help Businesses Comply With ADA

The Disabled Access Credit Expansion Act would also fund programs that mediate ADA-related disputes to avoid additional litigation and help individuals and businesses understand the ADA.