Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 48 (originating in the Committee on Military)--Requesting the Governor, the Commissioner of the Division of Culture and History, the Executive Coordinator for the Department of Administration and the Capitol Building Commission work together to facilitate the construction of covered walkways and access ramps for the purpose of providing easier access to the Capitol for handicapped persons.
Whereas, Access for handicapped persons to the Capitol, especially during the legislative session, has become of increasing concern; and
Whereas, Since many legislators have offices in the east and west wings of the capitol building, walking from the main capitol building to the east or west wing in inclement weather exposes all persons to the elements; and
Whereas, These routes from the main capitol building to the east and west wings on the second floor are without ramps for the access of wheelchair-bound, handicapped and elderly persons; and
Whereas, Alternate routes for the handicapped from the main capitol building to the legislative offices on the second floors of the east and west wings are difficult, circuitous and long; and Whereas, The existing routes on the second floor of the main capitol building to the east and west wings should be made accessible for all citizens who visit their legislative representatives or participate in the legislative process; therefore, be it
Resolved by the Legislature of West Virginia:
That the Governor, the Commissioner of the Division of Culture and History, the Executive Coordinator for the Department of Administration and the Capitol Building Commission work together to facilitate the construction of covered walkways and access ramps for the purpose of providing easier access to the Capitol for handicapped persons; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the Clerk of the Senate is hereby directed to forward a copy of this resolution to the Governor, the Commissioner of the Division of Culture and History, the Executive Coordinator for the Department of Administration, the members of the Capitol Building Commission and the West Virginia Veterans Coalition.