Cambridge Accessibility Advisory Committee (CAAC) Meeting - July 27, 2026 (Part 2 of 2)

The City of Cambridge Accessibility Advisory Committee met on July 27, 2026, to discuss several capital improvement projects focused on park accessibility and design. Presentations were given by city landscape architect Joe Manjadi on neighborhood and community park projects, including Hill 60 Park and cemetery improvements, emphasizing accessible playground surfacing and seating. The committee also reviewed the Black Spruce Parkette project, with project engineer Scott McDonald and design lead Joe Bicudo presenting detailed design elements such as accessible parking stalls, pathways, seating, and lighting. Discussions included considerations for accessible parking configurations and pathway access to playground swings. No formal votes on procurement or contract awards were recorded, but the committee provided feedback to guide final design decisions. The meeting concluded with updates on affordable housing accessibility and plans for a summer hiatus.