Title
RESOLUTION NO. 2223 - ESTABLISHING AN ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
COUNCIL STRATEGIC INITIATIVE ADDRESSED:
Address quality of place issues
CITY ATTORNEY REVIEW: REQUIRED
SUMMARY STATEMENT:
One of the Quality of Place strategies in the 2017 Work Plan is that the city will complete an ADA self-evaluation and develop a transition plan that addresses access to services, activities, buildings, and rights-of-way.
As a follow up to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) program workshop that took place on April 27, council provided staff guidance to establish an accessibility advisory committee. Establishment of this advisory committee will be integral in the success of addressing this council strategy.
This committee will provide guidance to council and staff on Department of Justice requirements and general regulatory compliance as identified in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. In addition, the committee will assist the city:
• On accessibility determinations to current services, activities, buildings, and right-of-ways.
• In reviewing and advising on the prioritization of projects to improve city buildings, infrastructure, right-of-ways, parking, and new development accessibility.
• In reviewing and advising on the prioritization of means to improve accessibility to city services and activities.
This committee will be made up of nine members, whose membership and operation will be as set forth in the committee charter. The work of this committee will be advisory in providing recommendations to staff and council.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Motion to approve Resolution No. 2223.
STAFF CONTACT:
Chris Smith, Human Resources Director
Brian Loos, Safety & Risk Manager