Committee for Persons with Disabilities

The Mayor's Committee on the Handicapped was established in 1975. In 1988 the name was changed to Wilson Committee for Persons with Disabilities to better reflect its role in the community.

The 15-member committee is appointed by City Council. The volunteers who serve are appointed for terms of three years. The Committee meets monthly on the second Thursday at 4:00 PM at the City of Wilson Operations Center Conference Room.

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Mission Statement          

The Wilson Committee for Persons with Disabilities is dedicated to creating public awareness, expanding opportunities and enhancing the quality of life for persons with disabilities. The Committee works to achieve its mission by:

  • serving as a communications link between persons with disabilities of the Wilson Community and all organizations and agencies whose primary functions or activities are to offer services and assistance to persons with disabilities;
  • advising the Mayor and City Council on all matters concerning persons with disabilities;
  • promoting the gainful employment of persons with disabilities;
  • promoting information on programs and services that aid persons with disabilities;
  • working to remove architectural and attitudinal barriers; and
  • aiding in the development of new programs and services for persons with disabilities.     

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Members of the Committee

 

  • Dorothy Brunson, Chair
  • Lynette Boone, Vice Chair
  • Annabelle Rowe, Historian
  • James Smith
  • Allen Stallings
  • Susan Walls
  • Hal Wright
  • Marnetta Yelverton

 

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Events

  • On October 28, the Committee sponsored its annual awards luncheon at the Wilson Country Club. Individuals and businesses were recognized for their contributions in advocating for persons that may be physically challenged. The keynote speaker was Roger Foushee, Community Liaison for the NC Office on the Americans with Disabilities Act.
  • Distributed information packets to citizens at Parkwood Mall community booth during October Disability Awareness month.
  • Purchased disability dolls to be used in the Committee’s outreach efforts.
  • Made a contribution in support of the Adult Day Reporting Program.
  • Designated a Committee member to serve as a member of the Wilson Human Resources Association.
  • Conducted a Disability Simulation program on April 17 in Parkwood Mall using disabled dolls and adaptive equipment to educate the public about disabilities.
  • Purchased WCPD shirts for members to be worn during various community events.
  • Participated in Government Day on June 20 at Parkwood Mall to provide the community with information on the disabled.

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