The City of Somerville seeks four residents to serve as Commissioners on the Commission for Persons with Disabilities. The Commission strives to coordinate and carry out programs designed to meet the needs of people with disabilities. Additionally, the Commission provides information, reviews policies, and provides recommendations on issues affecting people with disabilities. 

Commissioners must be current residents of Somerville and able to commit to at least five hours of service per month. Additional requirements may apply for some positions. The Commission for Persons with Disabilities meets every second Tuesday of the month from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

Open Positions: Four positions

Term: 3 years 

Availability: Immediate

 For more information, please contact Nency Salamoun, the city’s Manager of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, at 617-625-6600 x2323 or nsalamoun@somervillema.gov.

The City of Somerville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability or any other protected category. Auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures will be provided to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities free of charge, upon request.

Individuals with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication (i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs and activities of the City of Somerville or to attend meetings should contact Nency Salamoun in advance at 617-625-6600 x2323 or NSalamoun@somervillema.gov.