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As the Garrettsville Freedom Nelson Joint Fire District, we are committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We strive to provide an inclusive online experience and make our site easy to use for everyone.

Web Accessibility Commitment

Our accessibility statement reflects our ongoing efforts to enhance the accessibility of our website and ensure that it complies with the latest accessibility standards and guidelines.

Our Approach to Web Accessibility

Web accessibility is about ensuring that people with disabilities can perceive, understand, navigate, and interact with the web, and that they can contribute to the web. We are dedicated to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability.

Accessibility Features of Our Website

We have implemented various features to improve the accessibility of our website, including adhering to WCAG 2.0 guidelines. Our site is designed to work seamlessly with assistive technologies, such as screen readers and keyboard navigation. Some of the key accessibility adjustments we have made include:

    - Utilizing the Accessibility Wizard to identify and address potential accessibility issues
    - Setting clear heading structures on all pages
    - Adding descriptive alternative text to images
    - Ensuring color combinations meet required contrast ratios
    - Minimizing the use of motion and ensuring all multimedia content is accessible

We are fully committed to ensuring the accessibility of our website and strive to deliver a seamless and inclusive user experience for all visitors. In some cases, certain pages may be affected by third-party content, leading to partial compliance with the standard. If you encounter any accessibility barriers on our site, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Accessibility in Our Organization

At the Garrettsville Freedom Nelson Joint Fire District, we also prioritize accessibility in our physical locations. Our facilities are equipped with various accessibility arrangements to ensure that all individuals can access our services without barriers. We provide designated parking spaces, accessible entrances, and other facilities to accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities.

Contact Us for Accessibility Concerns

If you encounter any accessibility issues while using our website or have any accessibility-related questions or suggestions, please reach out to our accessibility coordinator. You can contact us at the following:

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