• The ADA requirements for program accessibility in new and existing facilities, alterations and additions;
• Requirements for the maintenance of accessible features;
• Requirements for effective communication, policies, practices and procedures, and;
• Processes for complying with the ADA

Introduction

 

Part One -- The ADA's Requirements for Small Towns 

1. Existing Facilities: Program Accessibility

Example -- Annual town meeting

Example -- Historic Town Library

Example -- Historic House Museum

Example -- Town Police Station

Example -- Providing accessible temporary facilities

Example -- Specialized programs

Example -- Sign directs to accessible rest rooms

Example -- Alterations comply with ADA Standards

 2. New Construction, Alterations, and Additions

 

3. Maintenance of Accessible Features

Example -- Maintaining a lift or accessible feature

Example -- Removing snow and ice to permit program accessibility

 4. Effective Communication

Example -- Auxiliary Aids and Sign Language Interpreters at Annual Town Meeting

 5. Policies, Practices, and Procedures

Example -- Photo identification policies

 6. Processes for Complying with the ADA

Provide Public Notice about ADA Requirements

Other Obligations for larger towns with 50 or more employees

Designate an individual to coordinate ADA compliance

Develop a transition plan

Develop a grievance procedure

 Part Two -- Typical Issues: Program Accessibility and effective Communication

 

A - Accessible Parking

B - Accessible Route

C - Accessible Entrance

D - Curb Ramps at Intersections

E - Alternate Services

F - Library Services

G - Parks and Recreation Programs

H - Accessible Print Material

I - Police Services

J - Calling 9-1-1 and Other Emergency Services

K - Temporary Events

 Part Three – Resources

Qualifies for two credit hours of Barrier Free Design (2 PDH; 0.2 CEU).

Acceptable continuing education for:

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