Charlottesville Residents Demand Action as Misplaced Utility Poles Create Hazardous Sidewalk Conditions
In Charlottesville, Virginia, concerns have emerged regarding ongoing violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) due to the placement of utility poles. These placements often force wheelchair users and other pedestrians to divert into the street, posing significant safety risks. Tom Vandever from the Independence Resource Center highlighted that some sidewalks are too narrow to meet ADA requirements, which stipulates a minimum pathway width of 36 inches, with a possible exception down to 32 inches under specific conditions. Vandever pointed out, “When you force people who use wheelchairs out into the street, you’re just … Read more