City of Bloomington, IN - Council for Community Accessibility

06/02/2026

This will change a lot for those with ESAs.

HUD Issues Fair Housing Enforcement Memo on Animal Requests Image Directive previews a significant policy change on emotional support animals. By Nicole Upano | May 27, 2026 3 minute read The Big Picture  On May 22, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued Enforcement Guida...

06/02/2026

A service dog named Sadie stole the spotlight when she accompanied her owner to receive her degree at graduation.

06/01/2026

Check out our June newsletter!

Email from City of Bloomington Community and Family Resources Department   Greetings from the City of Bloomington Council for Community Accessibility! Here you'll find lots of important information re

05/21/2026

Here's why these five national parks are the most accessible, with expanded programs, adaptive trails, and resources designed to reduce barriers for visitors.

05/21/2026

Today! The 15th Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) is May 21, 2026. The purpose of GAAD is to get everyone talking, thinking, and learning about digital access and inclusion. Learn more and find resources that can help you “move from awareness to action” by making your social media posts, digital content, and meetings and events more accessible and inclusive.

Thursday, May 15, 2025, help us celebrate the 14th Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)! The purpose of GAAD is to get everyone talking, thinking and learning about digital access and inclusion, and the more than One Billion people with disabilities/impairments.

05/21/2026

CHICAGO – Walmart agreed

05/19/2026

I can’t see your disability, so it must not exist.
Isn’t captioning just as good as sign language?
What changed? You could participate yesterday!
Here, let me get that for you. (Of course you’ll need my help.)

Do these sound familiar? Join the Council for Community Accessibility on May 26 for a conversation about assumptions and how to break them down! All are welcome, especially people with disabilities (visible or invisible), and allies, supporters, and community members.

Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Time: 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Location: Southwest Library Branch (890 W. Gordon Pike)
Room: Meeting Room A/B

There will be refreshments, including a make-your-own trail mix bar!

If you'd like to submit a conversation starter ahead of time, email [email protected].

Please RSVP at bton.in/BDTB26 by Thursday, May 21, 2026! You can request accommodations in your RSVP or by emailing [email protected]. (If you are requesting ASL interpretation, please let us know as soon as possible.)

05/11/2026

Introducing the CCA Transportation, Mobility & Housing Committee

Curb cuts and paratransit, no-step entrances and turning radii. Are we speaking your language? Are you concerned about finding accessible transportation and housing options in our community? The CCA Transportation, Mobility & Housing Committee welcomes residents, advocates, and community members who want to stay informed and engaged on these issues.

The committee brings together CCA members and representatives from city departments for quarterly information-sharing conversations on housing and transportation matters — including Bloomington Transit, the Planning & Transportation Department, and the Housing and Neighborhood Development (HAND) Department. Bloomington Transit clients are especially encouraged to attend and share feedback on paratransit and fixed-route services. When action is needed on a specific issue, any interested members can engage ad hoc — no ongoing commitment required.

This expanded committee grew out of the former CCA Transportation Accessibility & Mobility Committee based on a survey conducted earlier this year. Respondents expressed strong interest in improving accessibility in Bloomington, and also a desire for a structure that fits real life. The new model is designed to do both.

We hope you will join us!

2026 meeting schedule — all virtual via Zoom

Wednesday, August 5 · 12:00 noon
Wednesday, November 5 · 12:00 noon
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05/01/2026

Our May newsletter is out!

Email from City of Bloomington Community and Family Resources Department   Greetings from the City of Bloomington Council for Community Accessibility! Here you'll find lots of important information re

04/30/2026

A P*P is supposed to help manage your complex care needs, but finding one who understands SCI/D can be surprisingly difficult.