Accessibility Statement
Effective Date: 4/30/2025
Site: https://www.cogs.llc
At Cooperative Open Government Systems, LLC (COGS), we are committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all users, regardless of ability or technology. We are actively working to improve the user experience of our website and civic tools, and to conform as closely as possible to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA.
What We're Doing
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Designing with accessibility in mind from the start
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Using clear, high-contrast text and responsive layouts
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Ensuring keyboard navigability and screen reader compatibility
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Avoiding reliance on color alone to convey information
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Structuring content with semantic HTML to support assistive technologies
Limitations & Ongoing Improvements
This site is part of an early-stage civic technology initiative and is still under active development. While we strive to meet accessibility standards, we acknowledge there may be areas where improvements are needed.
We are committed to ongoing testing and updates as our platform grows.
Feedback and Support
If you encounter any accessibility barriers on this site or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:
📧 Email: accessibility@cogs.llc
📬 Alternate contact (if needed): info@cogs.llc
We will do our best to respond within 5 business days and address issues as promptly as possible.
Third-Party Tools
While we strive to ensure accessibility across all elements of the COGS website, some third-party tools or embedded content (e.g., maps, forms, or linked resources) may not be fully accessible. We encourage users to contact us if alternatives are needed.
Our Commitment
Accessibility is not a checkbox — it's a core part of our mission to make governance open and participatory for everyone. As COGS evolves, we will continue to improve the inclusiveness and usability of our platform.