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Americans with Disabilities Act Anniversary Observance July 26, 2024 Whereas: Since 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act has focused on ending discrimination against individuals with disabilities and promoting full integration and participation in society; and Whereas: Approximately 20 percent of Americans have a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, a number projected to increase as our society ages; and Whereas: As a direct result of the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act, an increased number of children and adults with disabilities are living, playing, working and shopping alongside their neighbors; and Whereas: Roseville is becoming inclusive and free of physical, communication and social barriers; and Whereas: State and local government services are continually improving and providing increasingly accessible services and programs to Minnesotans with disabilities; and Whereas: State and local governments, including Roseville, are beginning to understand the importance and relevance of providing accessible digital information and electronic services to Minnesotans with disabilities; and th Whereas: On this 34 anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, we celebrate and recognize the progress that has been made; we acknowledge that challenges still exist on our horizon, and we reaffirm our commitment to full equity and inclusion for all. Now, Therefore Be It Resolved, that the City Council hereby declares that the City of Roseville observes July 26, 2024 as the Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, in the City of Roseville, County of Ramsey, State of Minnesota, U.S.A In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the City of Roseville th to be affixed this 17 day of June, 2024. ________________________ Mayor Daniel J. Roe Qbhf!4!pg!331