Accessibility Statement

The Housing Authority of the City of Calexico (HACC) is committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all users, including individuals with disabilities. Our website follows established accessibility standards in compliance with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA to provide an inclusive and user-friendly experience.

Legal Compliance

HACC strives to meet federal and state digital accessibility requirements, including:

Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act – Ensuring electronic and information technology (ICT) is accessible to individuals with disabilities.
California Government Code Section 7405 – Requiring state agencies to maintain accessible digital services.
California Government Code Section 11135 – Prohibiting discrimination against individuals with disabilities in state-funded programs.
California Government Code Section 11546.7 – Mandating a signed certification of website accessibility compliance, updated every two years.

We continuously monitor accessibility laws, including proposed legislation such as Assembly Bill 1757 (AB 1757), which may further expand digital accessibility requirements for public agencies and businesses operating in California.

Our Accessibility Features

To enhance accessibility, our website includes the following best practices:

Structured HTML5 Design – Built using a semantic structure for improved screen reader compatibility.
Text-Based Navigation – Links are primarily text-based rather than graphical to enhance readability.
Alternative Text for Images – All visual elements include descriptive alternative text.
Multimedia Accessibility – Audio and video content is closed captioned or available with a text transcript upon request.
High-Contrast Design – Text and graphics are designed for optimal readability.
Language Identification – Documents specify the primary language for better screen reader functionality.
Accessible Documents – New documents are published in accessible formats (HTML, PDF, or text-based). Older documents can be provided in an accessible format upon request.

Keyboard Shortcuts for Web Navigation

For users who navigate without a mouse, keyboard shortcuts are available for different web browsers:

Requesting Assistance

If you experience difficulty accessing content on our website, please contact us, and we will work to provide the information in an accessible format. Requests can be directed to our Webmaster.

External Links Disclaimer

This website contains links to third-party sites maintained by external businesses and organizations. These links are provided for user convenience only, and HACC does not control or assume responsibility for the content, accessibility, or policies of these external websites.