Oakland is set to enhance its accessibility for people with mobility issues over the next 25 years as part of a settlement agreement. This agreement follows a lawsuit filed by two residents who alleged the city failed to maintain accessible pedestrian rights of way as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. The city will retrofit or construct approximately 11,000 curb ramps in 15 years and improve damaged sidewalks at an additional 78,000 locations. The city Council has also expanded a program to assist low-income property owners with repairs.
Oakland will build or retrofit roughly 11,000 curb ramps within 15 years and improve all remaining curb ramps and repair damaged sidewalks in 78,000 locations over 25 years.
The city has agreed to significantly improve its infrastructure over the next 25 years in response to a lawsuit under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Michael Curran and Nicole Brown-Booker accused Oakland of failing to maintain accessible pedestrian rights of way, highlighting the need for improved infrastructure.
Oakland is committed to ensuring equal access to transportation, aiming to benefit people with disabilities, seniors, and underserved populations.
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