Conway To Remove All Handicapped Spaces In April

The borough of Conway is removing all handicapped access signs in the borough in April, according to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano.  An ordinance was changed on December 31 eliminating the restricted residential parking space program .  The reason , it was determined   there is insufficient   space  to accommodate  the significant and growing demand. Residents were notified by letter, and Catherine McLaughlin  a Fourth Ave. resident, one of those who is upset with the decision said it is unfair.  She has lymphedema in her leg, from a fall, walks with a cane, and reiterated that the decision to remove the spaces isn’t fair. In a press release  after further judging one handicapped resident’s circumstance being more compelling than another is impossible. Council said that the spaces in front of homes over time have been overtaken by residents as their own, they were never guaranteed to any individual , the mayor and council reitereated. Council and the mayor will work with residents to understand their issues individually , study the matter and look for alternatives Mayor Debbie Rose said on Friday that if a resident needs a handicapped ramp installed because of their handicap, some volunteers from churches may step in as needed. The borough  is committed to providing equal accessibility  to its public amenities, which includes its streets, residents, businesses, and visitors.


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