For more information about Access For All please call 201-529-5757, extension 280 Please see Calendar of Events for 2017 meeting dates     Committee Members:  Jennifer Whalen-Gares, Chairperson  jwhalen@mahwahtwp.org Johanna Bacaan, Vice Chairperson  jbacaan@mahwahtwp.org Sue Brand , Secretary   sbrand@mahwahtwp.org Kyra Faison-Gardner Gary Glucoft Carol Gneiding Michael Kelly Meg Minassian Don Minassian Katie Ross Denise Shabet Debbie Silvestro Sue Straffin Liz Yorio Township Appointees: Kim Barron, Bd. of Ed. Glenn Dowson, Dept. of Public Works Dot McDonough, Dept. of Human Services, Housing, Access Transportation Denise Shabet, CERT Effective May 25, 2016 the Township Council of the Township of Mahwah established The Access For All Commission - Mission Statement   The Commission shall act in an advisory capacity to the Mayor and Council of the Township of Mahwah as to the concerns of disabled or access challenged persons, barrier-free facilities, recreational opportunities, employment practices and the like and general and specific compliance with the requirements of the American with Disabilities Act (“ADA”).   The Commission shall serve as advocates in the Township to help enhance the quality of life for individuals with disabilities and access challenged persons so that they can participate, to the fullest extent possible, in every day activities in the Community.   The Commission shall explore, develop and coordinate educational and social activities within the Township in partnership with other organizations and municipalities that are considered beneficial or desirable for residents with disabilities. CLICK ON THE SUBJECTS BELOW TO LEARN MORE ABOUT:    Accredited Online Schools for the Visually Impaired CARE TRAK Systems: Telemetry based tracking for people at risk   Mahwah All Stars Special Needs Basketball   Mahwah All Stars Special Needs Baseball/Softball   Mahwah All Stars Special Needs Soccer   National Federation of the Blind of NJ    Need Help? Start Here: Programs and services designed to help NJ residents in need   NJ Commission For the Blind and Visually Impaired US ELECTION HELPFUL TIPS: 6 Tips for Making Voting Accessible 10 Tips for Voters with Disabilities Your Right to Vote