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Island Creek Township

Our commitment

Accessibility Statement

Island Creek Township is committed to ensuring that our digital presence is accessible to all visitors, including people with disabilities. We strive to conform to recognized accessibility standards, continuously monitor and improve our site, and provide clear channels for feedback and assistance.

Accessibility Commitment

Island Creek Township is dedicated to providing an inclusive online experience for all users, regardless of disability (e.g., visual, auditory, cognitive, physical). We believe that barrier-free access to information is a fundamental right and integral to our mission of public service.

Standards Compliance

We endeavor to comply with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the AA level, developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). These guidelines provide a framework for compatibility with screen readers, keyboard navigation, color contrast requirements, and more.

Ongoing Accessibility Practices

  • Automated and manual testing: We regularly run automated accessibility scans and manual audits to identify and remediate issues.
  • Third-party content: We work with vendors to ensure any embedded content or tools meet our accessibility criteria.
  • Documents: Meeting minutes and notices are often posted as PDF or Word documents. If you cannot read one, contact us and we will provide it in another format.

Known Limitations

Despite our efforts, some content may not yet fully conform to WCAG 2.1 AA due to technical constraints or third-party integrations. Common limitations include:

  • Color contrast: Certain graphic elements, such as flyers and scanned documents, may not meet minimum contrast ratios for users with low vision.
  • Multimedia: Video content may lack captions or transcripts in some sections.
  • Scanned documents: Older minutes and bid documents may be scanned images that screen readers cannot read.

We are actively working to resolve these issues and improve accessibility across our site.

Feedback and Contact

If you encounter accessibility barriers on our website or have suggestions for improvement, please let us know:

Please specify the web page URL, the nature of the issue, and any assistive technology you use. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate your request.

Legal Information

Our efforts are guided by Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which requires state and local governments to provide equal access to their programs, services, and activities, including online.