Members are expected to attend meetings on the 4th Tuesday at 4:15 pm, every other month at:
Burton Barr Central Library, 4th Floor Conference Room
Phoenix Mayor's Commission on Disability Issues
The Phoenix Mayor's Commission on Disability Issues (MCDI) addresses issues affecting people with disabilities in the city of Phoenix. The commission provides input on accessibility to city facilities and properties, and public transportation needs for people with disabilities. It also assists the city in complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Membership
The Commission is made up of 17 volunteer citizens appointed by the Mayor and City Council for 3 year terms that have expertise and/or a strong interest in disability concerns and making Phoenix a barrier-free city for all its residents.
Nicole Anderson, Chair
Meaghan Kramer, Vice Chair
Mike Axelrod
Carrie Collins-Fadell
James Deibler
Asma Isack
Stella kowalczyk
Jordan Moon
Jason Snead
David Steinmetz
Damir Tursanovic
MCDI Disability Awards and Recognition Event (D.A.R.E)
ARCHITECTURAL AWARD
This award recognizes an architect, engineers, developer, builder, planner, group, or City departments that has developed innovative solutions, eliminated barriers, and improved accessibility to public/private buildings, roads, transportation, facilities, outdoor spaces, thoroughfares, etc. for inclusion of individuals with disabilities.
NONPROFIT AWARD
This award recognizes a nonprofit organization or non-governmental organization that maintains and implements within its mission, opportunities for full inclusion in all organizational activities. Such activities may include but not limited to providing products or services, offering community-based events, or opportunities for personal development and growth that may lead to employment, educational advancements, personal enrichment/growth, adequate healthcare, or housing for individuals with disabilities.
BUSINESS AWARD
This award recognizes a proprietary/for-profit business that maintains a diverse, inclusive, and equal opportunity workforce by hiring and/or offering full accessibility of services and products to all customers including individuals with disabilties, as well as has made outstanding achievements in improving the lives of individuals with disabilities.
COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD
This award recognizes an indivdual that has made sifnificant contribution to and demostrated dedication to individuals with disabilities through volunteerism, community involvement, support, and service by advancing th erights, advocacy, opportunities or independence of individuals with disabilities. Consideration will include hours of service, dependability, and commitment to the needs of individuals with disabilities.
OUTSTANDING EDUCATOR AWARD
This award recognizes an education professionals who has demonstrated excellence in providing educational opportunities and/or advocacy for students with disabilities and has made exemplary efforts to meet the needs of students in/outside of the classroom using innovative approaches for all learners. This individual may be a teacher, aide, administrator, support staff, or other educational professional that has had a positive impact in the life of an individual student/s or groups.
DETECTIVE WALTER OLSEN LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Known as the Pride of Phoenix Award, this award recognizes an individual, group, or organization that has demonstrated a lifetime of committment to individuals with disabilities by enhancing the independence and inclusion of all people in our community.
- Det. Walter Olsen Lifetime Achievement Award
- Marc Ashton
- Business Award Non-Profit
- Arizona Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Inc.
- Community Service Award
- Aanand Mehta
- Outstanding Educator Award
- Kelly Reese
- Architectural Award
- City of Phoenix, Parks and Recreation Department, Natural Resources Division
Upcoming Events
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Call for Nominations
Will open March 2025