Meeting

Accessible Voting in Worcester

Body

City of Worcester

Date

April 09, 2026

Jurisdiction

State & Local

🚨 Public Safety Regulatory Compliance

This City of Worcester meeting focused on ensuring accessible voting options for residents with disabilities. The discussion highlighted the use of ADA-compliant polling locations and the availability of AutoMARK Voter Assist Terminals, which provide audio cues and visual enhancements for voters with visual impairments. The meeting also covered accessible vote-by-mail options, including an electronic secure web portal for eligible voters with disabilities. Instructions were provided on how to request accessible ballots through multiple channels such as online, email, fax, or in person. The Accessibility Advisory Commission's role in advocacy and outreach was acknowledged, and contact information for the Worcester Election Commission was shared for further assistance.

Source

City of Worcester