The Commission on Disabilities is comprised of fifteen members: Seven persons with disabilities who are city residents; four city residents who are either the relatives of persons with disabilities or citizens active in the disabled community; and four representatives of disabled service agencies, all of which are city residents.

All members are appointed by the mayor and must be approved by the Board of Alders. Term of commission membership is three years.

Among the commission’s many responsibilities, they are responsible for seeking to reduce physical and attitudinal barriers confronting persons with disabilities. View a complete list of the commission’s powers and duties under Article II, Sec. 16 ½-16 of the Code of General Ordinances.