Accessibility Statement
Kennebec Valley Council of Governments (KVCOG) is committed to providing equal access to its digital services for all users, including individuals with disabilities. KVCOG continually works to improve the accessibility and usability of its website in accordance with applicable federal and state requirements.
Accessibility Standards and Policy
KVCOG strives to ensure that its website complies with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA, and the principles outlined in the State of Maine Digital Accessibility and Usability Policy. These standards are intended to ensure that digital content is accessible to individuals with visual, auditory, motor, and cognitive disabilities.
Accessibility Measures
To support accessibility, KVCOG has implemented practices that include:
- Providing text alternatives for non-text content
- Maintaining clear, consistent navigation and heading structures
- Ensuring sufficient color contrast
- Supporting keyboard navigation
- Designing content to be compatible with screen readers and assistive technologies
- Using responsive design to support a wide range of devices and user needs
Limitations and Third-Party Content
While KVCOG strives to make all content accessible, some materials—such as older documents, archived content, or third-party applications—may not fully meet current accessibility standards. KVCOG does not control the accessibility of third-party content but will make reasonable efforts to provide accessible alternatives upon request.
Compliance Disclaimer
KVCOG’s website is reviewed and updated on an ongoing basis to improve accessibility. Full compliance with all accessibility standards may not be possible in all instances; however, KVCOG is committed to making reasonable and good-faith efforts to identify, remediate, and prevent accessibility barriers in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
Feedback and Assistance
If you experience difficulty accessing any part of this website or require assistance with specific content, please contact KVCOG:
Email: mcamden@kvcog.org
Phone: (207) 453-4258
The Town will respond to accessibility requests in a timely and reasonable manner.