In situations where it is not obvious that a dog is a service animal, a public entity may ask two questions: (1) is the dog a service animal required because of a disability? and (2)...
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What questions can a public entity ask to determine if a dog is a service animal?
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Are all play areas required to be upgraded to the design specifications in the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design?
State and local governments should consider where the playgrounds are located, whether there are unique features in play areas and whether they are intended for different age groups when...
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Can back doors and freight elevators be used to satisfy the program accessibility requirement?
Only as a last resort and only if such an arrangement provides accessibility comparable to that provided to people without disabilities, who generally use front doors and passenger...
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Are self-evaluations and transition plans required to be updated?
As many people know, the self-evaluation was supposed to be conducted and the transition plan developed in the late part of the 20th century (1992-3). That’s a long time ago....
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How is Title II of the ADA enforced?
Title II is enforced by private lawsuit or by filing a complaint with the Department of Justice or one of the designated federal enforcement agencies, such as the Department of...
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Title II Quiz
Test your knowledge. There are five quizzes. All the quizzes cover the same topics: general ADA, effective communication, facility/program accessibility, general Title II...
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5. Access and Construction Database
Access and Construction Database Within the first two years of the program, the City will create a database that will include: (1) lists and maps of all locations where curb ramps and...
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Best Practices
Services New York, NY During the spring of 2016, NYC Mayor de Blasio and the City Council enacted legislation (Local Law 27) that requires all City agencies to hire or appoint...
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ADA National Network
ADA National Network The ADA National Network provides information, guidance and training on implementing the ADA to support the mission of the ADA to “assure equality of...
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ADA Coordinator Certification Program
ADA Coordinator Certification Program The ADA Coordinator Training Certification Program (ACTCP) offered by the University of Missouri, is a unique program designed to meet the...
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Conferences Audio, Conferences, Webinars and Web Courses
Conferences National ADA Symposium The premier, national four-day event includes more than eighty breakout sessions on every aspect of the ADA. It is a project of the ADA...
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FIRST CAUSE OF ACTION
At all times relevant to this action, the City was and is a "public entity" within the meaning of Title II of the ADA and provides a pedestrian right of way program, service, or activity...
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The ADA and City Governments: Common Problems
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Issue: Local Laws, Ordinances, and Regulations
Common Problem: City governments may fail to consider reasonable modifications in local laws, ordinances, and regulations that would avoid discrimination against individuals with disabilities...
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Assisting Voters with Disabilities
Do you have an assistant? Are you planning to vote? Then this video is for you! Learn more about your rights, and the do’s and don’ts when it comes to voting with an assistant.
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CBS 2 Chicago: Polling Place Accessibility
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Disability Rights Oregon – Accessible Voting Tablets
Rooted in Rights worked with Disability Rights Oregon to create “Disability Rights Oregon and Accessible Voting Tablets” that discuss the use of technology that allowed disabled...
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Easy Access Chicago
What You’ll Find On This Site Information for Visitors and Residents with A Wide Range of Disabilities, as well as for Older Travelers Detailed Access Reports for Over 100...
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Good Practices of Accessible Urban Development: Making Urban Environments Inclusive and Fully Accessible to ALL
The current lack of environmental accessibility3 faced by people with disabilities, in particular in many cities in the world, presents a major challenge....
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NYC Board of Elections: Video 1 - Communications and Etiquette Part 1
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NYC Board of Elections: Video 2 - Communication and Etiquette Part 2
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NYC Board of Elections: Video 3 - Accessibility Clerk Responsibilities
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NYC Board of Elections: Video 4 - Accessibility Maintenance
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NYC Board of Elections: Video 5 - Verifying Voting Equipment Setup