The Commission on Disabilities (COD) advises the Monterey County Board of Supervisors in matters regarding to people with disabilities including relating to equal access to employment, public services, communications, and accommodations. The Commission is comprised of representatives appointed by members of the Board of Supervisors, cities within Monterey County, and from various community-based organizations located in Monterey County. The COD advocates public policy that supports the rights of people with disabilities in Monterey County to live their lives to the fullest extent possible. Its mission is to remove barriers to healthcare, safety, and access to everyday life challenges for Monterey County communities with disabilities.
