DATE: December 1, 2016
TO: Board of Mayor and Aldermen
FROM: Eric Stuckey, City Administrator
Paul Holzen, Director of Engineering/City Engineer
Jonathan Marston, Assistant Director of Engineering
SUBJECT:
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Presentation on Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Development
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Purpose
The purpose of this memorandum is to provide information to the Franklin Board of Mayor and Aldermen (BOMA) concerning the self-evaluation of City programs and services and the development of a Transition Plan, as required by the ADA.
Background
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 requires public entities to evaluate their current “services, polices, and practices” with regard to accessibility for all citizens. In addition, any public entity that employs 50 or more people, including full-time, part-time, and seasonal workers, must create a Transition Plan to come into compliance with the ADA.
Financial Impact
No financial impact at this time. Staff is working on final development and review of a professional services agreement to develop a Transition Plan. This professional services agreement will be presented in the near future.
Recommendation
No recommendation at this time. This is a presentation designed to inform the Board of this issue.