PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — Officials involved in the city’s 2026 semiquincentennial have pledged that the festivities will be accessible to all Philadelphians, including those with disabilities.
City Councilmember Kendra Brooks called a hearing last week on the matter because of her own difficulties helping people with disabilities navigate past city events.
“We have an opportunity this year to do better,” she said. “With so many people affected and so many public dollars going into preparations for 2026, the city must take the time to listen and respond to the needs of people with disabilities.”…