Accessibility Statement
Our commitment to digital accessibility for all users
Our Commitment
Englishtown Borough Fire District #1 is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually work to improve the user experience for everyone and apply the relevant accessibility standards to ensure we provide equal access to all users.
In accordance with the State of New Jersey Web Accessibility Policy and federal requirements, we strive to meet the standards outlined in the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the AA level.
Accessibility Standards
This website has been designed to conform to the following accessibility standards:
- Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA
- State of New Jersey Web Accessibility Policy
- Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Accessibility Features
This website includes the following accessibility features:
- Skip Navigation: A "Skip to main content" link is provided at the top of each page
- Keyboard Navigation: All functionality is available using a keyboard
- Focus Indicators: Visible focus indicators are provided for interactive elements
- Alternative Text: Images include descriptive alternative text
- Semantic Structure: Proper heading hierarchy and ARIA landmarks are used
- Color Contrast: Text meets WCAG 2.1 AA contrast requirements
- Resizable Text: Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of content or functionality
- Form Labels: All form inputs have associated labels
Document Accessibility
We strive to ensure that all documents published on this website are accessible. PDF documents are created with accessibility features including:
- Tagged PDF structure for screen reader compatibility
- Logical reading order
- Alternative text for images and graphics
- Searchable text (not scanned images)
If you encounter a document that is not accessible, please contact us and we will provide the information in an alternative format.
Accessibility Feedback
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of this website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:
When contacting us about an accessibility issue, please include:
- The URL (web address) of the page
- A description of the problem you encountered
- The assistive technology you are using (if applicable)
Alternative Formats
If you need information from this website in an alternative format, we will make reasonable efforts to accommodate your request. Alternative formats may include:
- Large print documents
- Plain text versions
- Audio descriptions
- In-person assistance at our office
Please contact us to request materials in an alternative format.
This accessibility statement was last updated on March 10, 2026.