Proposed Office of Deaf and Disability Support (ODDS)
Summary
A deaf and disabled resident asked the mayor to have the city manager attend upcoming commission meetings to discuss creating a Mayor's Office on Disability for Deaf and Support, citing Riverside's status as home to one of the nation's largest deaf communities.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed May 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
Any cost of staffing or housing a new city office isn't stated in the agenda materials.
Riverside's large deaf and disabled community, which advocates say lacks a dedicated city office with authority and budget.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Commission of the Deaf — May 13, 2026
A request was on the agenda to establish a dedicated city office serving Deaf, hard-of-hearing, and disabled residents. If created, it could improve how Riverside delivers services and accommodations. The commission was scheduled to discuss the request; no outcome is known.
City Council — April 14, 2026
A deaf and disabled resident asked the mayor to have the city manager attend upcoming commission meetings to discuss creating a Mayor's Office on Disability for Deaf and Support, citing Riverside's status as home to one of the nation's largest deaf communities.
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