ADA 35th Anniversary Celebration
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) turns 35 years old this July. The City will honor this with a celebration.
ADA Anniversary
Information and updates about the 35th anniversary celebration of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Celebrate with us on July 30.
Event details
When
Note new date
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
5-8 p.m.
Where
Room 100, Public Service Building, 505 4th Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55415
Registration
Let us know you'll be there.
Share your ADA story
We'll invite you to share your story about how the ADA has impacted you or someone you know. You can also send in your story online.
Share your ideas
Share your ideas to improve accessibility across Minneapolis.
Panel discussion
We will discuss the impact of the ADA.
Facilitator
Ken Rodgers, Minneapolis Advisory Committee on People with Disabilities (MACOPD) Chair
Panelists
- Justin Page, Assistant Attorney, Department of Justice
- Mai Thor, Chief Program Officer, Arc Minnesota
- Kelsey Fogt, Senior Transportation Planner, City of Minneapolis Department of Public Works
Event accessibility
- An ASL interpreter and CART services will be available
- Please help make this a scent-free event by not wearing fragrances
- Service animal relief area is in Government Center Plaza across 4th Ave.
Parking
- Street meters will be hooded and available to those with disability parking permits on 4th Ave. between 5th and 6th St.
- A disability transfer zone is available on the building side of this street.
- The nearest parking ramp is the Haaf Ramp at 424 S. 4th St.
- Parking vouchers will be available upon request
Contact us
Guthrie Byard
Community specialist for people with disabilities
Title II coordinator
Neighborhood and Community Relations
Phone
Office hours
8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Monday – Friday