June 18, 2026 | 1:00 - 2:30 PM ET *Thursday*

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Guest Host: APA County Planning Division
Recent federal accessibility updates have elevated the importance of compliance with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA for counties and local governments. These standards apply to a wide range of public‑facing digital materials, including websites, online documents, multimedia content, mobile applications, and social media platforms used to deliver government services. This webinar will provide planners and local government professionals with an overview of WCAG 2.1 Level AA, clarify what types of digital content are covered, and examine how accessibility requirements intersect with planning, communications, and public‑facing service delivery. Drawing on coordination with the National Association of Counties (NACo), the session will also explore implementation considerations, emerging best practices, and the evolving legal and policy context shaping accessibility expectations for counties. The webinar is intended to support informed decision‑making and professional understanding of accessibility requirements relevant to planning practice.