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PROCLAMATION
Disability Independence Day: July 26
July 26th marks Disability Awareness Day in the United States, celebrating the landmark
signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990. This groundbreaking federal
legislation prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and mandates that
employers make reasonable accommodations to ensure qualified employees with disabilities
can perform their job responsibilities effectively.
Beyond commemorating this historic milestone, Disability Awareness Day serves as a
platform to recognize the continuous efforts made throughout the year to advance disability
awareness and advocacy. The observance emphasizes the critical importance of building
accessible communities, fostering inclusive environments, and ensuring that individuals with
disabilities have equitable access to all areas of society.
For community members of Columbia Heights with disabilities, this day carries dual
significance. It honors the transformative civil rights victory achieved through the ADA
while also acknowledging the persistent work required to guarantee comprehensive
inclusion across every facet of community life. Whether in educational institutions,
workplaces, public facilities, or civic participation, the day reinforces Columbia Heights'
commitment to removing barriers and creating pathways for full community engagement for
all residents, regardless of ability
Now, therefore, I, Amdda Mdrquez Simula, Mayor of the City of Columbia Heights do
hereby proclaim July 26 as Disability Independence Day in the City of Columbia Heights,
County of Anoka, State of Minnesota, U.S.A.
Akndda Marquez 9imula, Mayor
July 14, 2025