ADA Advisory Council

The Madera ADA Advisory Council (MADAAC) is made up of seven community members appointed to serve four-year terms. All appointees must be residents of the City of Madera.

The Council meets regularly on the third Tuesday of each month at 3:30 p.m. at Madera City Hall, located at 205 W. 4th Street, Madera, CA 93637. Meetings are open to the public.

What the Council Does

MADAAC advises the City Council and City staff on a wide range of matters related to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Their work focuses on improving access, inclusion, and equity for individuals with disabilities across the Madera community.

Key responsibilities include:

• Promoting pedestrian safety and accessibility on public streets and sidewalks
• Ensuring public buildings, facilities, programs, and services meet ADA compliance standards
• Supporting the inclusion of people with disabilities in emergency and disaster preparedness planning
• Developing disability awareness and educational outreach programs
• Partnering with City departments to ensure accessible design in new construction and renovations
• Advocating for affordable, accessible housing
• Making recommendations regarding unmet transit needs
• Monitoring and supporting enforcement of ADA grievance procedures, as outlined in the MADAAC By-laws (PDF)

Submit an ADA Concern

Community members are encouraged to report ADA-related concerns to the Council.

• Online: ADA Concerns Form
• Email: hrinfo@madera.gov
• Mail or Drop-Off:
  Human Resources Department
  205 W. 4th Street
  Madera, CA 93637

Agendas & Minutes

To view current and past ADA Advisory Council agendas and meeting minutes, please visit the link below:

View ADA Agendas & Minutes