Accessibility and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

The City of Lake Oswego aspires to be an organization where every person feels safe, welcomed, supported, and included and will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs or activities.

News & Announcements

ADA Annual Progress Reports

Review our first annual Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Progress Report! The 2023 report spotlights the City's endeavors in implementing the ADA Transition Plan across all departments to accommodate individuals with disabilities, and to document innovative programs, notable accessibility projects, and outreach initiatives over the last year. 

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ADA Notice

In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), the City of Lake Oswego will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities.

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Request an Accommodation

Contact our ADA Coordinator as soon as possible, but no later than four days before a scheduled event to make a request for an auxiliary aid, service or modification of polices to participate in a program, service, meeting or activity of the City. Learn more by watching this video. 

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ADA Complaint/Grievance Procedure

Please help us! Tell us where there are areas that are not accessible or accessibility concerns you may have within the city.  

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ADA Self-Evaluation & Transition Plan

To make Lake Oswego more accessible to all, the City has developed an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan (SETP). The Plan guides the City in making its buildings, parks, programs, and public right-of-way accessible to all, including people with disabilities. 

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ADA Curb Ramp Program

The City is implementing a new ADA curb ramp program to address accessibility gaps, enhance safety, comply with legal requirements, promote community inclusivity, and contribute to broader infrastructure modernization efforts. By implementing a comprehensive program, the City can create a more accessible and welcoming environment for everyone.

In 2024, the first set of curb ramps to be designed as part of the new curb ramp program include 19 high priority ramps. 

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Contact Information

Kelli Byrd
ADA Coordinator
380 A Avenue, 2nd Floor, Lake Oswego
Phone: 503-635-0282
Relay Services: TTY 711
Email: ada@lakeoswego.city

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