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Yountville ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Oct 3, 2013
Town of YountvilleADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan
Yountville ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Oct 3, 2013
The Americans with Disabilities Act
• The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a civil rights lawthat mandates equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities.
Yountville ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Oct 3, 2013
The ADA
Title I: EmploymentTitle II: Public Transportation
and State and Local Government Services
Title III: Places of Public Accommodations
Title IV: TelecommunicationsTitle V: Miscellaneous
Yountville ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Oct 3, 2013
Equality in Access
The primary responsibility of public agencies with regard to the ADA is to provide equal access toPROGRAMS, SERVICES, & ACTIVITIES
Yountville ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Oct 3, 2013
Title II Requirements
1. Complete a Self-Evaluation of programs and policies
2. Develop an ADA Complaint Procedure
3. Designate a person who is responsible for overseeing Title II compliance; and
4. Develop a Transition Plan if the Self-Evaluation identifies any structural modifications necessary for compliance
Yountville ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Oct 3, 2013
Policy and Program Evaluations
• Review Town policies• Review the current level of access to
programs and activities using a questionnaire completed by Town staff
• Analyze policies, programs, and activities and make recommendations for improvements
Yountville ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Oct 3, 2013
Policy Modifications
• Policy: “A permit is required to place an obstruction in, on, or over the public right-of-way”
• Modification/ clarification: Add language that prohibits protruding or overhanging objects
Yountville ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Oct 3, 2013
Customer Services
• Modify practices when needed and requested
• Provide accessible facilities or relocate activities to accessible locations
• Provide accessible equipment and tools for staff and the public
• Contracted service providers must comply with the ADA
• Staff training
Yountville ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Oct 3, 2013
Outreach and Printed Information
• Provide notices of non-discrimination on materials
• Provide alternative formats upon request
• Inform the public that assistance is available
• Handle requests on an individual basis
• Increase outreach to persons with disabilities
• Provide accessible web resources
Yountville ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Oct 3, 2013
Public Meetings
• Schedule meetings in accessible locations
• Make reasonable modifications so people can participate
• Display a notice on meeting announcements and agendas about requesting assistance
Yountville ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Oct 3, 2013
Accessibility Complaint Procedure
• Find an acceptable solution first!
Yountville ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Oct 3, 2013
Services in Existing Facilities
Options:1. Make alterations to the
facility2. Provide the same Town
service in another accessible location
3. Provide auxiliary aides or services to assist the individual
Yountville ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Oct 3, 2013
Building and Construction Practices
• New construction and alterations must be accessible
• California state codes and the Federal ADA guidelines must be followed
Yountville ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Oct 3, 2013
Facility Survey and Reports
• Identifies physical barriers in public areas• Describes the barrier removal solutions for
necessary improvements• Establishes planning level cost estimates
for improvements
Yountville ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Oct 3, 2013
Facility Survey Report
Yountville ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Oct 3, 2013
Facility Survey Report Reference Map
Yountville ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Oct 3, 2013
Prioritization of Barriers Town-wide
• Level of Public Use• Geographic Distribution• Citizen Rights and Responsibilities• Location of Unique Program• Identified Complaints
Draft Criteria for prioritizing access improvements Town-wide:
Yountville ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Oct 3, 2013
Prioritization of Barriers within Facilities
1. Building entrance and primary path of travel
2. Barrier removal items that improve access to program use areas
3. Amenities4. Areas and elements not
required to be modified
Criteria for prioritizing access improvements within a facility:
Yountville ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Oct 3, 2013
Pedestrian Rights-of-Way
• The Town is conducting a survey of pedestrian facilities including sidewalks and curb ramps
• The project will identify Town ROW programs and design standards
Yountville ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Oct 3, 2013
1. State and local government offices2. Transportation facilities3. Commercial and business areas4. Places of employment5. Residential neighborhoods
Prioritizing Sidewalks and Curb Ramps
Criteria established by the ADA for prioritizing access improvements within the pedestrian Rights-of-Way: