City of Bend Accessibility Advisory Committee Regular Meeting – 01/22/2026 – 1:00 PM

The City of Bend Accessibility Advisory Committee held a regular meeting on January 22, 2026, focusing on accessibility initiatives and community engagement. Key procurement-related discussions included the introduction of a two-year work plan for 2026-27 to better coordinate accessibility projects and initiatives. The committee approved a motion to add an optional 30-minute brainstorming session before regular meetings to facilitate more in-depth discussions on timely topics. Updates were provided on accessible parking enforcement efforts, including potential collaboration with law enforcement for compliance and public awareness campaigns. The committee also received a presentation from Livable Homes, a local organization advocating for accessible residential housing, highlighting the need for more accessible homes in Deschutes County and ongoing efforts to train builders and developers in universal design and Type A building codes. Additionally, the committee discussed upcoming opportunities to engage with city council and community events, including a transit conversation and a 3D intersection modeling project, with plans to involve committee members in prioritizing intersections for modeling. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were mentioned, but the meeting emphasized strategic planning and community collaboration to advance accessibility goals in Bend.