Accessibility Statement
Effective Date: October 24, 2025
Website: https://www.HockingHillsChamber.com
Organization: Hocking Hills Chamber of Commerce
Commitment to Accessibility
The Hocking Hills Chamber of Commerce (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We believe every visitor should be able to easily access information about our Chamber, members, events, and community resources regardless of technology or ability.
We continually strive to improve the user experience for everyone by applying the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA, which provide standards for designing accessible digital content.
Accessibility Features
Our efforts include:
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Using clear, structured HTML markup for better screen reader compatibility
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Providing alt text for images whenever possible
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Ensuring sufficient color contrast for readability
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Maintaining keyboard navigability across menus and forms
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Using descriptive link text for context clarity
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Making forms and buttons accessible through assistive technology
We regularly review our site for accessibility and welcome feedback to help us improve.
Ongoing Efforts
Accessibility is an ongoing commitment. We partner with our web team and accessibility specialists to review and update content, improve usability, and ensure compliance as technology and standards evolve.
Third-Party Content
Our website may include links to third-party websites, such as member businesses, event partners, or sponsors. While we aim to ensure accessibility on our site, we cannot guarantee that third-party sites adhere to the same standards.
Known Limitations
While we aim for full compliance, some areas may not yet meet every standard. We are actively working to resolve any identified accessibility issues promptly.
If you encounter any barriers while using our website, please contact us — we value your feedback and will work to provide the information you need in an alternative format.
Contact Us
If you experience difficulty accessing content on HockingHillsChamber.com, need information in a different format, or have suggestions for improvement, please contact:
Bobby Smathers, President & CEO:
bobby@hockinghillschamber.com
Sharon Grossman, Administrative Assistant:
sharon@hockinghillschamber.com
Accessibility Goal
Our goal is to make the Hocking Hills Chamber of Commerce website a welcoming, inclusive, and accessible digital space for everyone who lives, works, and visits in our community.