Posted by John B. Kelly
Neighborhood Access Group (NAG) seeks a part-time Access Coordinator for its Fenway Access Enforcement Project, as part of its mission to bring full street-level access to the Fenway neighborhood and surroundings.
NAG formed 5 years ago as an alliance of disabled and nondisabled people to demand respect for access civil rights. We work for smooth and safe sidewalks, prompt snow removal, and the end of all-brick sidewalks, so that people are no longer forced to choose between dangerous travel in the street or stay home. Our accomplishments include the removal of cobble stone crosswalks from the Fenway, winning state orders against a scoflaw city of Boston, and educating the public through local newspapers and TV about the reckless use of bricks. More information is available at the NAG website.
Fenway Access Enforcement Project
Although the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed almost 15 years ago, much of Boston’s streetscape remains inaccessible to people with disabilities. The Fenway Access Enforcement Project is a step towards changing this situation, using one small neighborhood as a model of community participation to ensure access for everyone. The Access Coordinator will carry out the project by documenting violations of state access codes, filing complaints, and following the complaint process through hearings and on to resolution. The coordinator will assist in organizing community participation in the project.
The coordinator will work as a consultant with NAG chair John Kelly and other NAG volunteers. Hours will be variable, but typically about 15-20 hours per week. Except for necessary meetings, the coordinator will set their own schedule, at $15 per hour.
Position could be a summer job at 10-12 weeks, a longer position through the fall, or the job could be shared by two people. Position could begin immediately.
Job Requirements:
Measure and photograph sidewalk environments.
File complaints, attend Architectural Access Board hearings, which are always on Mondays.
Assist in organizing access events, coordinating volunteers, etc.
Computer, Web site managing, and photography skills a plus.
Other tasks depending upon skills and changing circumstances.
Project coordinator must have:
A demonstrated commitment to social justice.
Good communication and organization skills.
Ability to work alone and with others, in various settings.
Application:
Submit a letter of interest and include any relevant experience. Résumés are welcome.
People with disabilities strongly encouraged to apply. Send to:
John.B.Kelly@Verizon.net
or
John Kelly
66 The Fenway #22
Boston, MA 02115
1 Comments:
What a great idea, John! I wish I could afford to pay someone to help us here in Cambridge. I have finally founded a group, we call it "Citizens for Feasable Compliance." Tuesday the city of Cambridge's Parking and Transportation committee will finally hold a hearing re use of bricks on sidewalks, tree roots, etc...the Hearing will be at 5:30 pm, at City Hall Cambridge, MA, 795 Mass ave. Central Sq Red Line or the 47 Bus. The 47 bus has many "compliant" buses in service, with the low floors, and ramps.
Congratulations on the work you are doing, and your recent success over Boston.
Kathy
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