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Stories, guides and updates from the community.
Who Knew They Could Weigh In?
Puerto Rico is deciding which transportation projects will receive federal funding between 2027 and 2030. How were communities invited to take part, and what evidence is available about their input?
By Equipo de PReporta · October 13, 2026
We’re Not Starting From Scratch
Puerto Rico’s Complete Streets law and the ADA address different needs. Understanding what each one covers can help communities make clearer requests.
By Equipo de PReporta · October 11, 2026
What Does a Professional Planner Do?
What does a professional planner do, and whom does that work serve? I share how I listen to communities, study the challenges they face, and help turn their priorities into action. I also explain why I chose this profession and how Puerto Rico Reporta makes street barriers visible and public participation ongoing.
By Julianne Talavera, PPL · September 25, 2026
Where Are Puerto Rico's Barrier-Free Parks?
Puerto Rico law calls for a barrier-free park in every municipality. Families deserve to know where each park is and whether they can use it. Parks are for everyone: children, teenagers, adults, older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers. Everyone should be able to take part.
By Equipo de PReporta · September 4, 2026
Before the Lawsuit, There Was a Promise
Before many accessibility lawsuits came unanswered requests and promises that were never kept. Puerto Rico Reporta documents barriers in streets and public spaces so communities can see them and responsible agencies have an opportunity to act before going to court feels like the only way to be heard.
By Equipo de PReporta · August 20, 2026
Who Is Your Municipality's ADA Coordinator?
If you encounter an accessibility barrier in a municipal service, whom do you contact? Learn what an ADA coordinator does, how to find the right person, and what to ask your municipality.
By Equipo de PReporta · August 3, 2026
Accessibility Is a Health Issue, Too
In our conversation with Alex Román on WKJB’s Salud en el West, we talked about Puerto Rico Reporta, the accessibility barriers people encounter every day, and how documenting them can help create communities where everyone can get around safely and with dignity.
By Equipo de PReporta · July 9, 2026
Supporting Accessibility Through Action
When sidewalks are blocked or crossings are unsafe, customers and employees may struggle to reach local businesses. In this post, we share how sponsors and business partners can support Puerto Rico Reporta, recognize residents who report barriers, and help communities understand how those barriers affect mobility, health, daily life, and the local economy.
By Equipo de PReporta · July 6, 2026
Making visible what often goes unnoticed
Many barriers go unnoticed by people who do not encounter them every day. Puerto Rico Reporta is a civic participation platform that turns everyday observations into mapped reports, helping communities see where barriers to mobility and accessibility exist.
By Julianne Talavera · June 9, 2026