Courtesy Reminders Addressing Accessible Parking Now Available

AUSTIN, December 21, 2007 - Courtesy reminders addressing the use of parking spaces reserved for people with disabilities are now available through the Texas Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities. Reminders cover the state law and fines, access aisles, curb ramps, eligibility, and more.

"Accessible parking begins a path of travel to shop, work, eat and much more for an estimated 4 million Texans with disabilities," said Pat Pound, Executive Director of the Committee. "It is our hope that the reminders educate more Texans on the laws of this state and how extremely important parking spaces are to people with disabilities."

The reminders can be placed under the windshield wipers of inappropriately parked vehicles to educate individuals about accessible parking responsibilities under Texas law. Courtesy reminders may be used without formal training or participation in volunteer parking programs. It is recommended that the reminders be used only when a vehicle is not occupied to protect the safety of all concerned.

Order online: http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/disabilities/resources/parking
Call to order: Governor’s Committee at 512-463-5739 or dial 711 for Relay Services.

Information on key laws about accessible parking:
http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/disabilities/resources/keylaws/parking

The Governor’s Committee recommends changes in disability policies and programs in the areas of access, communication, education, emergency preparedness, health, housing, transportation, and workforce. The Committee also supports a network of committees on people with disabilities, issues awards to promote greater awareness, and evaluates the implementation of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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