HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda_ ADA_12.09.2015Notice of Meeting for the
Americans with Disablilities Accessibility Advisory Board
and the Governing Body
of the City of Georgetown
December 9, 2015 at 6:00 PM
at 300-1 Industerial Ave, Georgetown, TX 78626
The City of Georgetown is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
If you require assistance in participating at a public meeting due to a disability, as defined under the
ADA, reasonable assistance, adaptations, or accommodations will be provided upon request. Please
contact the City at least four (4) days prior to the scheduled meeting date, at (512) 930-3652 or City
Hall at 113 East 8th Street for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711.
Regular Session
(This Regular Session may, at any time, be recessed to convene an Executive Session for any purpose
authorized by the Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code 551.)
A Call to Order
The Board may, at any time, recess the Regular Session to convene in Executive Session at the
request of the Chair, a Board Member, the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, General
Manager of Utilities, City Council Member, or legal counsel for any purpose authorized by the
Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551, and are subject to action in the
Regular Session that follows.
B Introduction of Visitors
C Presentation and discussion of the adopted 2015 ADA Transition Plan.- Nat Waggoner,
Transportation Analyst, Transportation Services, Bridget Chapman, City Attorney.
D Presentation and Discussion of the ADA Advisory Board Charter. - Nat Waggoner, Transportation
Analyst, Transportation Services
E Discussion of the need to create a work plan for FY 2016. - Nat Waggoner, Transportation
Analyst, Transportation Services.
Legislative Regular Agenda
F Review and possible action to approve the minutes from the Regular ADA Board meeting held on
July 08, 2015. - Jana Kern – ADA Board Liaison
Adjournment
CERTIFICATE OF POSTING
I, Shelley Nowling, City Secretary for the City of Georgetown, Texas, do hereby certify that this
Notice of Meeting was posted at City Hall, 113 E. 8th Street, a place readily accessible to the general
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public at all times, on the ______ day of __________________, 2015, at __________, and remained
so posted for at least 72 continuous hours preceding the scheduled time of said meeting.
____________________________________
Shelley Nowling, City Secretary
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City of Georgetown, Texas
Americans with Disablilities Accessibility Advisory Board
December 9, 2015
SUBJECT:
Call to Order
The Board may, at any time, recess the Regular Session to convene in Executive Session at the
request of the Chair, a Board Member, the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, General
Manager of Utilities, City Council Member, or legal counsel for any purpose authorized by the
Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Chapter 551, and are subject to action in the Regular
Session that follows.
ITEM SUMMARY:
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
n/a
SUBMITTED BY:
Jana Kern
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City of Georgetown, Texas
Americans with Disablilities Accessibility Advisory Board
December 9, 2015
SUBJECT:
Introduction of Visitors
ITEM SUMMARY:
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
n/a
SUBMITTED BY:
Jana Kern
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City of Georgetown, Texas
Americans with Disablilities Accessibility Advisory Board
December 9, 2015
SUBJECT:
Presentation and discussion of the adopted 2015 ADA Transition Plan.- Nat Waggoner,
Transportation Analyst, Transportation Services, Bridget Chapman, City Attorney.
ITEM SUMMARY:
In March 2014, the City Council approved Resolution No. 032514-L adopting an ADA Transition
Plan for the City of Georgetown. In May 2015, as part of the City’s budget process, staff provided
City Council an overview of the work completed in FY 2015 and activities budgeted for FY 16.
Staff has amended the City’s ADA Transition Plan to include items approved in the FY 16 budget.
These amendments were presented to the City’s ADA Accessibility Advisory Board in July 2015,
with the Board recommending adoption by City Council. Staff presented the amended Plan to City
Council on November 10, 2015. City Council unanimously adopted the Plan.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
n/a
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
All financial impacts for FY16 are included in the budget approved September 2015.
SUBMITTED BY:
Nat Waggoner, PMP®
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Adopted ADA Transition Plan- 2015 Exhibit
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City of Georgetown, Texas
2015 ADA Transition Plan
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City of Georgetown, Texas
Americans with Disabilities Act Title II
Transition Plan
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2015 ADA Transition Plan
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Table of Contents
1.0 INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW .................................................................................... 3
1.1 Federal Accessibility Requirements for Public Entities – TITLE II ............................. 3
1.2 Definitions ........................................................................................................................... 4
2.0 COMPLIANCE WITH ADA TITLE II REQUIREMENTS ................................................ 4
2.1 Notice under the Americans with Disabilities Act ....................................................... 4
2.2 ADA Coordinator .............................................................................................................. 4
2.3 ADA Advisory Board ........................................................................................................ 4
2.4 Accommodations and Modifications .............................................................................. 4
2.5 ADA Grievance Procedure ............................................................................................... 5
3.0 PLAN ELEMENTS .................................................................................................................. 6
3.1 Public Pedestrian Rights-of-Way and Facilities ............................................................ 6
3.2 Public Safety ....................................................................................................................... 8
3.3 Effective Communication ................................................................................................. 9
4.0 PLAN IMPLEMENTATION FOR FY 2015/2016 ............................................................. 10
4.1 Self-Assessment and Transition Plan ............................................................................. 10
4.2 Public Pedestrian Right-of-Way ..................................................................................... 11
4.3 Public Buildings and Parking Lots ................................................................................ 11
4.4 Parks and Recreation Facilities ...................................................................................... 11
5.0 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR NEXT ANNUAL REVIEW ............................................ 11
5.1 Annual Review of ADA Transition Plan ....................................................................... 11
5.2 City Department ADA Representatives ....................................................................... 11
5.3 Administrative Budget .................................................................................................... 11
5.4 Data Collection and Organization ................................................................................. 11
5.5 Self-Assessment for Additional Plan Elements ........................................................... 12
5.6 Effective Communication ............................................................................................... 12
Appendix A ................................................................................................................................... 13
Appendix B ................................................................................................................................... 15
Appendix C ................................................................................................................................... 17
Appendix D ................................................................................................................................... 20
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1.0 INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was enacted on July 26, 1990 and provides
comprehensive rights and protections for individuals with disabilities in the areas of
employment, public accommodations, state and local government services, and
telecommunications. The ADA covers individuals with physical or mental impairments that
substantially limit a major life activity, persons with a record of such impairment, and persons
regarded or perceived as having such impairment. The law was designed to ensure that
persons of all abilities have equality of opportunity, economic self-sufficiency, full participation
in American life, and independent living.
1.1 Federal Accessibility Requirements for Public Entities – TITLE II
To ensure that the fundamental goal of the American with Disabilities Act is met, Title II of the
ADA requires state and local governments to make their programs and services accessible to
persons with disabilities. This requirement extends not only to physical access at government
facilities, programs, and events, but also to policy changes that governmental entities must
make to ensure that all people with disabilities can take part in, and benefit from, the programs
and services of the state and local governments. In addition, governmental entities must ensure
effective communication, including the provision of necessary auxiliary aids and services, so
that individuals with disabilities can participate in civic life.
Title II requires city governments to ensure that each of its programs, services and activities,
when viewed in their entirety, are accessible to people with disabilities. This emphasis on
access to programs, as opposed to access to buildings or facilities, distinguishes the
requirements for public entities from those for private places of public accommodation.
Program Access covers the entire range of city services and programs, including as an example
appropriate access along sidewalks and at intersections in the public right of way, access to a
city building or facility such as City Council Chambers, the ability to pay a utility bill, or to
access a Parks and Recreation Facility.
Program Access may be achieved in a variety of ways: city governments may choose to make
structural changes to existing facilities to achieve access; or it can pursue a variety of non-
structural alternatives to achieve program accessibility. For example, city governments may
choose to renovate a non-accessible building, relocate services to an accessible level of a
building or to another building that is fully accessible, or to deliver services in an alternate
accessible manner. When choosing among possible methods of achieving program access,
however, city governments must give priority to the choices that offer programs, services and
activities in the most integrated setting appropriate.
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1.2 Definitions
For the purposes of this Plan, please refer to the Americans with Disabilities Act for the full text
of definitions and explanations (http://www.ada.gov/pubs/adastatute08.htm#12102).
2.0 COMPLIANCE WITH ADA TITLE II REQUIREMENTS
2.1 Notice under the Americans with Disabilities Act
The City of Georgetown is committed to ensuring that its programs, services and activities are
accessible to persons with disabilities. The City will not discriminate against qualified
individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in providing programs, services, or
activities. The City informs individuals that protections against discrimination are provided by
the ADA, that reasonable accommodation will be provided, and of the existence and location of
accessible services, activities, and facilities to interested persons, including persons with
impaired vision or hearing. This information appears on the City’s Internet home page
(www.georgetown.org), in public meeting notices, agendas, and City publications. The City
will not place a surcharge on a particular individual with a disability or any group of
individuals with disabilities to cover the cost of providing auxiliary aids/services to
accommodate participation in programs, services, or activities.
2.2 ADA Coordinator
The City of Georgetown has designated a responsible employee to coordinate its efforts to
comply with the requirements of Title II. The City’s ADA Coordinator is the Transportation
Services Director or their designee:
Transportation Services Director
300-1 Industrial Ave
Georgetown, Texas 78626
Telephone: (512) 930-2544
Email: ADA@georgetown.org
2.3 ADA Advisory Board
The City has established an ADA Advisory Board. The ADA Advisory Board directly informs
the City Council concerning Title II issues applicable to the City and provides ongoing
recommendations concerning implementation and amendment of the ADA Transition Plan as
necessary for compliance with the ADA. Meetings of the ADA Advisory Board allow for
regular public participation from citizens and other interested persons, including individuals
with disabilities or organizations representing individuals with disabilities.
2.4 Accommodations and Modifications
The City of Georgetown will make reasonable accommodations and modifications to ensure
that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy its programs, services, and
activities. The ADA does not require the City to take any action that would fundamentally alter
the nature of any program, service or activity that would create a hazardous condition to the
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participant or others, or that would impose an undue financial or administrative burden.
Whether a particular modification or accommodation will impose an undue financial or
administrative burden is determined on a case-by-case basis based on an evaluation of all
resources available to the City. The following factors shall be considered in determining
whether a program accommodation and modification would create an undue burden: the
nature and cost of the modification; the financial resources of the City available to make the
modification; the impact the expense of the accommodation will have on the affected City
operation; and the permanence of the alterations affecting the site.
If cost of a modification or accommodation is determined to be an undue burden, and no
funding is available , the City must give the person with a disability the opportunity to provide
the accommodation or modification or to pay for that portion of the accommodation or
modification that constitutes an undue burden. If a particular modification or
accommodation is determined to cause an undue burden to the City, the City must consider
other options that would not pose such a burden to ensure that people with disabilities are
provided access to the benefits and services of the program or activity.
2.5 ADA Grievance Procedure
The City of Georgetown has established a grievance procedure for prompt and equitable
resolution of complaints alleging discrimination on the basis of disability in the provision of
City services, activities, or programs in violation of Title II. Complaints shall be in writing.
Alternative means of filing a complaint to accommodate a person with a disability, such as a
personal interview or a tape recording, will be made available on request. Complaints shall
contain at a minimum the following information:
The name, address and telephone number of the person making the complaint;
The date and time of the incident or condition observed or experienced;
A statement in sufficient detail to define and explain the incident or condition
and the alleged violation;
Suggested recommendations to adequately resolve the incident or condition
and the alleged violation; and
Any other written information or documentation (such as photos, maps,
diagrams) to completely explain the incident or condition and the alleged
violation.
A complaint form is available on the City’s Accessibility web page (ada.georgetown.org) and
is attached to this Transition Plan in Appendix A. A complaint should be submitted as soon
as possible but no later than 60 calendar days after the incident or condition observed as an
alleged violation. The complaint should be sent to the ADA Coordinator.
Within 15 calendar days after receipt of a complaint, the ADA Coordinator, or their designee
will acknowledge receipt of the complaint and may, at his/her discretion, meet with the
complainant to discuss the complaint. Within 30 calendar days after receipt of a complaint,
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the ADA Coordinator will respond to the complaint in writing or, if requested, in an
alternative format such as large print or audio tape, to accommodate a disability. The
response will explain the position of the City and offer options for substantive resolution of
the complaint, or advise the complainant that additional time is necessary to provide a
complete response.
If the options offered by the ADA Coordinator do not satisfactorily resolve the complaint, the
complainant may file an appeal with the City Manager within 15 calendar days after receipt of
the ADA Coordinator’s final response. The appeal should be in writing and sent to:
City Manager
PO Box 409
Georgetown, Texas 78627-0409
Within 15 calendar days after receipt of the written appeal, the City Manager, or designee, will
acknowledge receipt of the appeal and may, at his/her discretion, meet with the complainant to
discuss the complaint and the ADA Coordinator’s response. Within 30 calendar days after
receipt of the appeal, the City Manager, or designee, will provide a final response to the
complaint in writing or, if requested, in an alternative format such as large print or audio tape,
to accommodate a disability.
Written complaints received by the ADA Coordinator, appeals to the City Manager, and
written responses to complaints will be retained by the City for a period of at least three
years from the date of final resolution of the complaint or the date of the last written
response from the City.
3.0 PLAN ELEMENTS
3.1 Public Pedestrian Rights-of-Way and Facilities
New construction in the City of Georgetown shall be in accordance with the applicable ADA
Standards for Accessible Design. The City will maintain equipment and features that are
required to provide access to individuals with disabilities in working order in compliance with
ADA requirements.
Title II requires public entities having responsibility for or authority over facilities, streets,
roads, sidewalks, and/or other areas meant for public use to develop a Transition Plan to meet
the standards for program accessibility. A Transition Plan transitions inaccessible public areas
into environments that are accessible to and functional for individuals with disabilities.
The Transition Plan is required to identify physical obstacles in the City that limit accessibility
to its programs or activities to individuals with disabilities; describe in detail the methods that
will be used to make all public facilities accessible; specify the schedule for taking the steps
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necessary to achieve compliance in making the facilities accessible; and indicate the official
responsible for implementation of the plan.
This Transition Plan combines the findings of facility surveys, public rights-of-way surveys,
policy assessments, and program evaluations to address renovations or modifications required
to achieve program accessibility. Facilities include buildings, parks, and their related grounds.
Public pedestrian rights-of-way include sidewalks and curb ramps in front of City-owned
facilities and City-owned parking lots.
Public Pedestrian Rights-of-Way Sidewalks, Curb Ramps, and Demand CARTS Service
The City of Georgetown is committed to evaluating on-street parking for ADA compliance and
to investigate and act on opportunities to improve access to public walkways and facilities on
all Capital Improvement projects. The City recognizes that pedestrian walkways or sidewalks
play a key role in providing access to government programs and services and to the goods and
services offered to the public by private businesses. When walkways cross a curb at
intersections, a ramp or sloped surface is needed. Curb ramps allow people with mobility
impairments to gain access to the sidewalks and to pass through center islands in streets.
All newly constructed or repaired curb ramps are designed and constructed in compliance with
the applicable standards. When the City constructs new roads or alters existing roads, it is
committed to installing curb ramps where public walkways cross curbs at intersections.
Without the required curb ramps, sidewalk travel in Georgetown may be difficult and in some
cases impossible for people who use wheelchairs, scooters and other mobility aids to navigate.
Likewise, when new sidewalks or walkways are built or altered, the City is committed to
ensuring that curb ramps or sloped areas are provided wherever they intersect with streets or
roads.
At existing roads and sidewalks that are not being altered, the City may choose in some cases to
construct curb ramps at every point where a pedestrian walkway intersects a curb, or it may
choose to provide curb ramps at only select corners or at other locations if equal access to the
programs served by these walkways can be ensured. Alternative routes to buildings that make
use of existing curb ramps may be acceptable when people with disabilities must only travel a
marginally longer route.
The City has partnered with the Capital Area Rural Transit System (CARTS) to provide general
public demand response service throughout the City ("curb to curb"). This service complies with
the ADA. This demand response contract provides para-transit services for Georgetown
residents; enabling retail and community services access. On average, City funded demand
response provides 8,664 passengers trips a year. The yearly cost to provide service is $312,000,
of which $156,000 is funded directly by the City.
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Facilities - Public Buildings and Parking Lots
Georgetown Inspection Services ensures accessibility compliance of all new construction,
remodels, renovations and alterations of public buildings and public parking areas.
Georgetown Inspection Services is committed to maintaining public buildings and public
parking for ADA compliance and to investigate and act on opportunities to improve access to
public facilities on all Capital Improvement Projects.
Facilities - Parks, Recreation Facilities and Programs
Georgetown Parks and Recreation is committed to providing access to recreational areas and
programs for individuals with disabilities. The Parks and Recreation Department’s Capital
Improvement Plan identifies park renovation projects to provide ADA compliance.
Additionally, the City will ensure facilities are in compliance as they are altered or replaced.
Georgetown Parks and Recreation operates programs and activities when viewed in their
entirety are accessible and usable to individuals with disabilities. The City achieves this through
redesign of equipment, reassignment of programs to accessible sites, alteration of existing
facilities and construction of new facilities. The City shall give priority to methods that provide
the most integrated setting for individuals with disabilities.
3.2 Public Safety
Access to 9-1-1 Services
The City of Georgetown provides direct access via TTY (text telephone) or computer-to-
telephone emergency services, including 9-1-1 services for persons who use TTY’s and personal
computers.
Emergency Management
The City of Georgetown Emergency Management works with Williamson County to develop,
maintain and facilitate the all- hazard Emergency Operations Plan as required by Local, State
and Federal statutes and laws. During all emergency planning (Mitigation, Planning, Response,
Recover y) the City is committed to be in compliance with the ADA requirements as outlined in
Title II Chapter 7 of the ADA. The Office of Emergency Management ensures that all parties
with responsibilities under the Georgetown Emergency Operation Plan (EOP) are aware of
ADA requirements and that all programs, documentation, and third party agreements are also
in compliance with ADA through the review of the EOP every five (5) years. Annually
Georgetown Emergency Management reviews individual select appendices of the Plan for ADA
compliance. The Office of Emergency Management utilizes Federal, State, Regional, County,
and Local resources to educate, to provide emergency warning and notifications, and to keep
informed those persons with disabilities within the City. These systems were developed and
continue to be modified after numerous disasters throughout the country and the lessons
learned. Georgetown relies on both voluntary registration and multi prong methods as listed:
(EAS) Emergency Alert System (Federal)
Relay Texas (State)
Outdoor Warning Sirens (Local)
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3.3 Effective Communication
The City of Georgetown works to ensure that all communication is as effective as possible to all
audiences. To accomplish this, the City strives to use communication methods proven to be
openly accessible, and , upon request, provide appropriate aids and services leading to effective
communication for persons with disabilities so they may participate equally in the City's
programs, services, and activities. The City uses its website, social media, and other
communication tools to increase outreach and reduce barriers to accessing City services and
information. Below are some of the ways that online services are providing access to City
information and services.
City Council Meetings: In 2009, the City began streaming City Council meetings live on
Georgetown.org and GTV channel 10. City Council meetings are replayed on GTV at set days
and times and are available at any time for replay on Georgetown.org using a computer or
mobile device. Additionally, the City Council Chambers is equipped with a hearing loop
system. All members of the public who use a hearing aid are able to switch to a channel that
will pick up the audio being transmitted through the PA system. He or she can pick up the
sounds spoken into the PA system’s microphone instead of the hearing aid’s internal
microphone. This results in improved speech understanding because the listener receives a clear
signal without any background noise. If a member of the general public require s other
assistance in attending a City Council meeting or any other public meeting, he or she may
contact the City Secretary’s office at least four days prior to the meeting date so that
accommodations can be made.
Online Payments: City utility bills, municipal court tickets, some permits, and some kinds of
event tickets can be paid online via Georgetown.org.
City Records: Agendas and minutes for City Council meetings and boards & commissions
meetings are available at Georgetown.org. Many other records such as current and past city
ordinances and the local unified development code are also available through the City website.
The City records archival system utilizes a technology called Optical Character Recognition
(OCR) which is able to extract text out of graphic files which makes more City documents open
to the visually impaired and easier to locate through search engines.
City News and Information: City news releases and City project information is posted to
Georgetown.org and to City Facebook sites such as www.facebook.com/CityofGeorgetown and
www.facebook.com/LivePlayGeorgetown. The City uses other communication tools such as the
weekly email newsletter and monthly City Reporter newsletter in the utility bill as well as
monthly ads in the Williamson County Sun to provide information on City news and initiatives.
Postcards mailed to customers are used for certain messages such as water restrictions or
information about City elections.
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Video: The City provides some messages and information via the City YouTube channel and on
GTV channel 10 and on Georgetown.org. The Public Communications Department seeks to
expand video programming in order to increase exposure to City information and programs.
Website Accessibility: In designing websites for City departments, the Public Communications
Department has avoided using technologies and formatting that are not ADA
compliant/friendly.
Webpage: The City has created an ADA page on the City’s website located at
ada.georgetown.org.
Through all of these means, the City provides outreach to the community in a variety of ways
for those who may have mobility impairments or difficulty in using certain kinds of electronic
or print media.
Future Communication Projects
The City’s IT Steering Committee has formed a Subcommittee to evaluate ADA considerations
with City wide technology systems. The Subcommittee will make recommendations to inform
the IT Master Plan annual update and future decisions to acquire and implement new
technology systems. The City is in process of implementing a Spanish translation service to
most *.georgetown.org websites. The City will be purchasing JAWS assistive screen reader
software to help with an accessibility audit for text to voice technology of City websites. Public
Communications is currently reviewing costs and other obstacles to providing closed
captioning for our meeting broadcasts.
3.4 Employment
The City of Georgetown does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or
employment practices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal
Employment Opportunity Commission under Title I of the ADA. The City has guidelines in
place to eliminate discrimination, against any individuals that may have a disability, in relation
to application procedures, hiring process, compensation, training, advancement and other
terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. In conjunction with these anti-discrimination
guidelines, there are also adopted procedures in place to both determine and provide
reasonable accommodations upon request. These guidelines are conveyed through our internal,
city-wide, “Americans with Disabilities” policy. The City’s ADA Employment Policy governs
employment-related complaints of disability discrimination.
4.0 PLAN IMPLEMENTATION FOR FY 2015/2016
4.1 Self-Assessment and Transition Plan
Title II requires the City to conduct a self-assessment to evaluate the City’s current policies
and practices to identify and correct those policies and practices that are inconsistent with
Title II requirements. In 2015, the City of Georgetown conducted a self-assessment process
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for assessment of facilities and public pedestrian rights-of-way to identify any physical or
program barriers to accessibility that might be present. This Transition Plan provides a
schedule that indicates a projected time for resolution and the department responsible for
implementation.
4.2 Public Pedestrian Right-of-Way
In 2015 Transportation Services completed a self-assessment of the pedestrian network in the
public right-of-way. See Plan Appendix D for recommendations and improvement scheduling.
4.3 Public Buildings and Parking Lots
In 2015 the Facilities Department completed a self-assessment of facilities and programming.
Existing facilities, constructed or altered after January 26, 1992, were reviewed for accessibility
compliance and to document deficiencies. They were then ranked by the City’s ADA Task
Force (now the ADA Advisory Board). The facility ranking was determined by the volume of
public interactions. Facilities that serve the greatest number of citizens received a higher
ranking than facilities that primarily serve employees. The ADA Task Force also took into
account facilities that are currently planned for renovations or that will be returned to the
private sector. See Plan Appendix B for recommendations and improvement scheduling.
4.4 Parks and Recreation Facilities
In 2015 the Parks and Recreation Department completed a self-assessment of facilities and
programming. See Plan Appendix C for recommendations and improvement scheduling.
5.0 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR NEXT ANNUAL REVIEW
5.1 Annual Review of ADA Transition Plan
The ADA Transition Plan is a living document that will be reviewed, updated, and revised
annually in conjunction with the City’s Capital Improvement Process which begins in February
and the subsequent annual Budget Process. The City’s ADA Coordinator will coordinate
meetings of the ADA Advisory Board, other Advisory Boards as necessary, and City staff, for
annual review of the ADA Transition Plan so that recommendations may inform the CIP and
Budget Processes.
5.2 City Department ADA Representatives
Identify a City staff representative for each department for contact and coordination of ADA
issues, as necessary.
5.3 Administrative Budget
Develop an administrative budget to facilitate and support management of the Transition Plan
as well as unplanned contingencies, such as special public accommodation requests.
5.4 Data Collection and Organization
Evaluate data collection and organization needs for Transition Plan annual review.
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5.5 Self-Assessment for Additional Plan Elements
Evaluate the City’s current policies and practices to identify and correct inconsistencies with
Title II requirements for the following plan elements. Scope and tentatively schedule self
assessments, to the extent funds are available.
Human Resources
Police
Fire
Finance-Purchasing
Municipal Court
Library
City Secretary
Signage
Website
5.6 Effective Communication
Continue development of the ADA webpage as an effective and meaningful resource for City
residents with disabilities. Develop a policy establishing minimum standards and
recommendations for future procurement of website/digital communication technology.
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Appendix A
The City of Georgetown
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA)
GR.IEVANCE FORM
Title II of the Americans with Disability Act Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Name of Complainant: ____________________________________________________
Name of Agent/Representative: ___________________________
Address of Complainant: _______________________________
Telephone of Complainant ( ) ______________Email of Complainant__________
DESCRIPTION OF GRIEVANCE
This grievance as it relates to a City of Georgetown: service _________ activity program________
benefit_______ practice_____ or policy______
Provide the date(s) the incident occurred: ___________________________________
Which City of Georgetown Department, if any, is alleged by you to have failed compliance with
the ADA Law?
City Department: _____________________________________________________
Address: _____________________________________________________________
Telephone: ( ) ______________________________________________________
Please identify the names of all City of Georgetown agents, representatives or employees, if any, whom you contend
were involved. (Use additional paper if necessary)
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________________
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APPENDIX “A” - CONTINUED
Give a brief description of incident that made the basis of your grievance. Include in your response the identity
of the service, activity, program or benefit you contend your access has been denied or any other manner you
contend you have been subjected to discrimination. Please also provide in your description specific dates, times
and places as well as the names, addresses and telephone numbers of any and all persons who may have
witnessed or been involved in the act or basis of your complaint. (Attach additional information if needed).
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Please provide a suggested outcome for resolution:
______________________________________________________________________________________________
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______________________________________________________________________________________________
Signature of Complainant/Representative Printed Name of Complainant/Representative
Date: ___________________________________
Complaints shall be submitted in writing to the office of the ADA Coordinator:
Transportation Services Director
PO Box 409
Georgetown, Texas 78627-1458
OR
Email at –ADA@georgetown.org
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Appendix B
Capital Improvements Planned, City Buildings FY 15-18
Priority List
Total Notes
1 Library $ 31,875
2 Parks Admin $ 38,450
3 GMC $ 26,600
4 Parking lots (various) $ 9,800
5 CVB $ 16,900
6 Community Center $ 14,450
7 Rec Center $ 56,800
8 Animal Shelter $ 19,850
9 Art Center $ 247,375
10 Airport $ 6,800
11 Fire 1 $ 13,900
12 Fire 2 $ 8,750
13 Fire 3 $ 21,900
14 Fire 4 $ 11,750
15 Fire 5 $ 19,350
16 Fire 5 TT $ 18,200
17 Council/Court $ 16,600
18 City Hall $ 52,050
19 GCAT $ 34,200
20 Grace Heritage $ 16,800
21 Tennis Center $ 23,500
As Reported $ 705,900
YEAR ONE PROPOSED - 15/16 - For budgeting purposes
Total Notes
1 Library $ 31,875
2 Parks Admin $ 38,450
3 GMC $ - remodel planned; include in scope
4 Parking lots (various) $ 9,800
5 CVB $ - move to council building/sell
6 Community Center $ 14,450
7 Rec Center $ 56,800
8 Animal Shelter $ -
master plan/study planned; include in
scope
Total 2015/16 $ 151,375
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YEAR TWO 2016/17
Total Notes
9 Art Center $ 47,375
200K for elevator if required: Evaluate
after we move staff.
If no staff elevator won’t be needed?
exemption for historic bldg?
10 Airport $ 6,800
11 Fire 1 $ 13,900
12 Fire 2 $ 8,750
13 Fire 3 $ 21,900
14 Fire 4 $ 11,750
15 Fire 5 $ 19,350
16 Fire 5 TT $ 18,200
Total 2016/17 $ 148,025
YEAR THREE 2017/18
Total Notes
17 Council/Court $ 16,600 remodel planned/TBD (leave in)
18 City Hall $ - will be sold/city hall moved
19 GCAT $ - will be addressed in remodel
20 Grace Heritage $ - consider in renovation
21 Tennis Center $ 23,500 facilities master plan - long range
Total 2017/18 $ 40,100
possibly if moving is longer than 5-10
years
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Appendix C
Capital Improvements Planned Parks, FY 14- 18
Priority List
Total Notes
1 McMaster $ 114,169
2 Village Pool $ 106,573
3 Emerald Springs $ 36,537
4 Booty's Road $ 33,937
5 San Gabriel River Trail $ 497,289
6 San Gabriel Park Trail $ 71,555
7 Rivery $ 38,984
8 Bark $ 43,413
9 Kelley $ 35,818
10 Meadows $ 9,466
11 Woodlake $ 25,552
12 University $ 8,155
13 Raintree $ 8,635
14 Bedford $ 4,592
15 Summercrest $ 13,751
16 Windridge $ 22,546
17 Pinnacle $ 20,147
18 Berry Creek $ 22,466
19 Chandler $ 16,630
20 Edwards $ 8,954
21 Old Town $ 1,919
22 Geneva $ 2,079
23 Katy Crossing $ 3,518
24 Blue Hole $ 48,322
25 Skate Park $ 6,476
$ 1,201,482
Current Year
Total Notes
1 McMaster $ 114,169
2 Village Pool $ 106,573
3 Emerald Springs $ 36,537
Total Current $ 257,279
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YEAR ONE PROPOSED -
15/16
ADA Parks Plan
Total Notes
4 Booty's Road $ 33,937
5 San Gabriel River Trail $ 116,063
Total 2015/16 $ 150,000
YEAR TWO PROPOSED -
2016/17
Total Notes
5 San Gabriel River Trail $ 150,000
Total 2016/17 $ 150,000
YEAR THREE PROPOSED -
2017/18
Total Notes
5 San Gabriel River Trail $ 150,000
Total 2017/18 $ 150,000
YEAR FOUR PROPOSED -
2018/19
Total Notes
5 San Gabriel River Trail $ 81,220
6 San Gabriel Park Trail $ 71,555
Total 2018/19 $ 152,775
YEAR FIVE PROPOSED -
2019/20
Total Notes
7 Rivery $ 38,984
8 Bark $ 43,413
9 Kelley $ 35,818
10 Meadows $ 9,466
11 Woodlake $ 25,552
Total 2019/20 $ 153,232
YEAR SIX PROPOSED -
2020/21
Total Notes
12 University $ 8,155
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13 Raintree $ 8,635
14 Bedford $ 4,592
15 Summercrest $ 13,751
16 Windridge $ 22,546
17 Pinnacle $ 20,147
18 Berry Creek $ 22,466
19 Chandler $ 16,630
20 Edwards $ 8,954
21 Old Town $ 1,919
22 Geneva $ 2,079
23 Katy Crossing $ 3,518
Total 2020/21 $ 133,392
YEAR SEVEN PROPOSED -
2021/22
Total Notes
24 Blue Hole $ 48,322
25 Skate Park $ 6,476
Total 2021/22 $ 54,798
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Appendix D
Capital Improvements Completed and Planned, Pedestrian
Network FY 14-19
Future Fiscal Years
Expenditures
In Thousands (000)
Project name Project
Limits Improvement 15/
16
16/
17
17/
18
18/
19
19/
20 Total
Northwest
Blvd
New Curb Ramps 12
1 Ped Bridge
New Sidewalk -1.6K LF
Rivery Blvd
Railroad Ave
Ash St
SE Inner Lp &
Belmont
Churchhill
Farms Dr.
Carriage Hills
Dr.
Keenland Dr.
Lancaster Dr.
Praire Dunes
Dr.
Katy Crossing
Dr.
Praire Springs
Cv
Quail Valley
Rd
West Bury Ln
9th Street Austin - Rock
Tin Barn Alley
Benold Middle
School
Northwest
Blvd
New Sidewalk-300 LF
New Curb Ramps- 2
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Mitchell
Elementary
Safe Routes
Rockride-
Belmont
New Sidewalk-4.5K LF
New pedestrian bridge
New Curb Ramps-3
Rivery Blvd
Rivery Blvd
& Country
Club
New Curb Ramp
8th Street Church-
Myrtle
New Sidewalk-12K LF
New Curb Ramp-126 EA
Sidewalk Repairs-6K LF
Curb Ramp Repairs-174
EA
Protruding Objects-174
EA
43
-
-
-
-
43
Austin Ave 8th-
University
14
78
-
-
-
92
Ph 1-Signal &
Curb Ramp
Impr
Citywide
506
-
253
102
-
861
7th Street
56
-
-
-
-
56
10th St. Main-Rock
14
80
-
-
-
94
8th Street Austin-MLK
15
84
-
-
-
99
Church Street 8th-9th
123
-
-
-
-
123
11th St. Main-Rock
23
128
-
-
-
151
Remaining
Downtown
Repairs
Downtown
District Wide
-
671
504
168
-
1,343
Access Rte to
Government
Services
Citywide-23
Facilities
Parking Lots to Front
Doors
200
-
-
-
-
200
Austin Ave SH29-
FM2243
New Sidewalk-2.5K LF
New Curb Ramp-16 EA
Sidewalk Repairs-80 LF
Curb Ramp Repairs-1 EA
-
70
300
-
-
370
Old Town
Northeast
Myrtle- Holly
5th-8th
New Sidewalk-9.85K LF
New Curb Ramp-48 EA
Sidewalk Repairs-500 LF
Curb Ramp Repairs-20 EA
-
-
-
192
960
1,152
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2nd St. Austin-
College
New Sidewalk-3K LF
New Curb Ramp-10 EA
Sidewalk Repairs-0 LF
Curb Ramp Repairs-1 EA
-
-
-
-
-
-
Old Town
Southeast
University to
Leander
Railroad-
Austin
New Sidewalk-11.9K LF
New Curb Ramp-68 EA
Sidewalk Repairs-150 LF
Curb Ramp Repairs-41 EA
-
-
-
-
-
-
SH 29 IH 35- SH 130
New Sidewalk-14K LF
New Curb Ramp-44 EA
Sidewalk Repairs-1.4K LF
Curb Ramp Repairs-26 EA
-
-
-
-
-
-
994
1.1
M
1.2
M
1.1
M
1.1
M 5.5M
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City of Georgetown, Texas
Americans with Disablilities Accessibility Advisory Board
December 9, 2015
SUBJECT:
Presentation and Discussion of the ADA Advisory Board Charter. - Nat Waggoner, Transportation
Analyst, Transportation Services
ITEM SUMMARY:
The Americans with Disabilities Accessibility Advisory Board makes recommendations to the
City Council regarding accessibility and other issues of concern to persons with disabilities. This
Committee reviews the City’s ADA Transition Plan on an annual basis and participates in the
related processes to implement and/or amend the ADA Transition Plan as necessary.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
n/a
SUBMITTED BY:
Nat Waggoner, PMP®
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
ADA Advisory Board Bylaws Exhibit
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Americans with Disabilities Accessibility Advisory Board
Established March 2015
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CITY OF GEORGETOWN
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACCESSIBILITY
ADVISORY BOARD
BYLAWS
ARTICLE I. NAME AND PURPOSE
Section 1.1. Name. Americans with Disabilities Accessibility Advisory Board (“Board”).
Section 1.2. Purpose. The Board is established for the purpose of making
recommendations to the City Council regarding accessibility and other issues of concern
to persons with disabilities. The Board will review the City’s Americans with Disabilities
Act Transition Plan (the “ADA Transition Plan”) on an annual basis and participate in the
related processes to implement and/or amend the ADA Transition Plan as necessary. See
Ordinance Chapter 2.100.
ARTICLE II. MEMBERSHIP
Section 2.1. Number of Members. The Board will be comprised of seven (7) Members.
Section 2.2. Eligibility. Each Member shall reside in the City of Georgetown corporate
limits or extraterritorial jurisdiction. Members should include individuals with disabilities
including mobility limitations, sight impaired and/or hearing impaired, individuals with
particular expertise relating to issues of accessibility and/or other issues of concern to
persons with disabilities, and individuals affiliated with private or public organizations
concerned with issues of accessibility and/or other issues of concern to persons with
disabilities.
Section 2.3. Appointment of Board Members. Members of the Board shall be appointed
pursuant to and in accordance with the City Charter.
Section 2.4. Terms of Office. Generally, terms of office for each Member shall be two (2)
years. Generally, a Member may serve two (2) consecutive terms. Refer to Ordinance
Section 2.36.030A for additional provisions regarding terms of office.
Section 2.5. Vacancies. Vacancies that occur during a term shall be filled as soon as
reasonably possible and in the same manner as an appointment in accordance with the
City Charter. If possible, the Member shall continue to serve until the vacancy is filled.
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An appointment to fill a vacated term is not included as a term for purposes of counting
consecutive terms.
Section 2.6. Compensation and Expenditure of Funds. Members serve without
compensation. The Board and its Members have no authority to expend funds or to incur
or make an obligation on behalf of the City unless authorized and approved by the City
Council. Members may be reimbursed for expenses authorized and approved by the City
Council and the Board.
Section 2.7. Compliance with City Policy. Members will comply with City Ordinances,
Rules and Policies applicable to the Board and the Members, including but not limited to
Ethics Ordinance Chapter 2.20 and City Commissions, Committees and Boards Ordinance
Chapter 2.36.
Section 2.8. Removal. Any Member may be removed from their position on the Board
for any reason, or for no reason, by a majority vote of the City Council.
ARTICLE III. BOARD OFFICERS
Section 3.1. Officers. The Board Officers are Chairman, Vice-Chairman and Secretary.
The Chairman is recommended by the Mayor and the City Council shall approve the
recommendation by a vote of the majority of the Council during the annual appointment
process. Should the Mayor fail to recommend a Chairman for each board, committee, or
commission, and/or the Council fails to approve any Chairman recommended by the
Mayor, a majority of the Council plus one may approve appointment of a Chairman to
serve as Chairman without a recommendation of the Mayor. The other Board Officers are
elected by a majority vote of the Members at the first meeting after the annual
appointment process.
Section 3.2. Terms of Office for Board Officers. Board Officers serve for a term of one
year. In the event of vacancy in the office of Chairman, the Vice-Chairman shall serve as
Chairman until the City Council appoints a replacement Chairman. A vacancy in the
other offices shall be elected by majority vote of the Members at the next regularly
scheduled meeting, or as soon as reasonably practical for the unexpired term. If possible,
a Board Officer shall continue to serve until the vacancy is filled.
Section 3.3. Duties.
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a. The Chairman presides at Board meetings. The Chairman shall generally manage the
business of the Board. The Chairman shall perform the duties delegated to the
Chairman by the Board.
b. The Vice-Chairman shall perform the duties delegated to the Vice-Chairman by the
Board. The Vice-Chairman presides at Board meetings in the Chairman’s absence. The
Vice-Chairman shall perform the duties of the Chairman in the Chairman’s absence or
disability.
c. The Secretary shall perform the duties delegated to the Secretary by the Board.
ARTICLE IV. MEETINGS
Section 4.1. Time and Date of Regular Meeting. The Board shall meet once a month on
the same week of the month, the same day of the week, at the same time, and at the same
place. The regular date, time and place of the Board meeting will be decided by the
Members at the first meeting of the Board after the annual appointment process.
Section 4.2. Agenda. Items may be placed on the agenda by the Chairman, the City
Manager or designee, or at the request of a Member. The party (or individual) requesting
the agenda item will be responsible for preparing an agenda item cover sheet and for the
initial presentation at the meeting. Items included on the agenda must be submitted to the
Staff Liaison no later than one week before the Board meeting at which the agenda item
will be considered. Agenda packets for regular meetings will be provided to the Members
in advance of the scheduled Board meeting. Agenda packets will contain the posted
agenda, agenda item cover sheets, and written minutes of the last meeting.
Section 4.3. Special Meetings. Special meetings may be called by the Chairman or by
three (3) Members.
Section 4.4. Quorum. A quorum shall consist of a majority of the Members. A quorum
is required for the Board to convene a meeting and to conduct business at a meeting.
Section 4.5. Call to Order. Board meetings will be called to order by the Chairman or, if
absent, by the Vice-Chairman. In the absence of both the Chairman and Vice-Chairman,
the meeting shall be called to order by the Secretary, and a temporary Chairman shall be
elected to preside over the meeting.
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Section 4.6. Conduct of Meeting. Board meetings will be conducted in accordance with
these Bylaws and City Council Meeting Rules and Procedures, as applicable to the Board.
See Ordinance Chapter 2.24.
Section 4.7. Voting. Each Member shall vote on all agenda items, except on matters
involving a conflict of interest, substantial financial interest or substantial economic
interest under state law, the City’s Ethics Ordinance, or other applicable Laws, Rules and
Policies. In such instances the Member shall make the required disclosures and shall
refrain from participating in both the discussion and vote on the matter. The Member may
remain at the dais or leave the dais, at the Member’s option, while the matter is being
considered and voted on by the other Board Members. Unless otherwise provided by law,
if a quorum is present, an agenda item must be approved by a majority of the Board
Members present at the meeting.
Section 4.8. Minutes. A recording or written minutes shall be made of all open sessions
of Board meetings. The Staff Liaison is the custodian of all Board records and documents.
Section 4.9. Attendance. Members are required to attend Board meetings prepared to
discuss the issues on the agenda. A Member shall notify the Chairman and the Staff
Liaison if the Member is unable to attend a meeting. Excessive absenteeism will be subject
to action under Council policy and may result in the Member being replaced on the Board.
See Ordinance Section 2.36.010D. Excessive absenteeism means failure to attend at least
75% of regularly scheduled meetings, including Board meetings and Subcommittee
meetings. If a Member is removed from the Board that position shall be considered vacant
and a new Member shall be appointed to the Board in accordance with Section 2.5 above.
Section 4.10. Public Participation. In accordance with City policy, the public is welcome
and invited to attend Board meetings and to speak on any item on the agenda. A person
wishing to address the Board must sign up to speak in accordance with the policy of the
Council concerning participation and general public comment at public meetings. Sign-up
sheets will be available and should be submitted to the Chairman prior to the start of the
meeting. If any written materials are to be provided to the Board, a copy shall also be
provided to the Staff Liaison for inclusion in the minutes of the meeting. Speakers shall be
allowed a maximum of three minutes to speak, but may take up to six minutes if another
individual who signs up to speak yields the time to the speaker. If a person wishes to
speak on an issue that is not posted on the agenda, they must file a written request with
the Staff Liaison no later than one week before the scheduled meeting. The written
request must state the specific topic to be addressed and include sufficient information to
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inform the Board and the public. A person who disrupts the meeting may be asked to
leave and be removed.
Section 4.11. Open Meetings. Public notice of Board meetings shall be provided in
accordance with the provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act. All Board meetings and
deliberations shall be open to the public, except for properly noticed closed session
matters, and shall be conducted in accordance with the provisions of the Texas Open
Meetings Act.
Section 4.12. Closed Sessions. The Board may conduct closed sessions as allowed by law,
on properly noticed closed session matters, such as consultation with attorney on legal
matters, deliberation regarding the value of real property, competitive utility matters, and
economic development negotiations. A recording or certified agenda shall be made of all
closed sessions of Board meetings.
ARTICLE V. REPORTS TO CITY COUNCIL
The Board shall meet with City Council, as requested, to determine how the Board may
best serve and assist City Council. City Council shall hear reports from the Board at
regularly scheduled Council meetings.
ARTICLE VI. SUBCOMMITTEES
Section 6.1. Formation. When deemed necessary by a majority of the Board,
Subcommittees may be formed for specific projects related to Board matters.
Subcommittees comprised of non-Members may only be formed with the prior consent
and confirmation of the City Council.
Section 6.2. Expenditure of Funds. No Subcommittee, or member of a Subcommittee,
has the authority to expend funds or incur an obligation on behalf of the City or the Board.
Subcommittee expenses may be reimbursed if authorized and approved by the Board or
by City Council.
Section 6.3. Open Meetings. Subcommittee meetings and deliberations shall be open to
the public, except for properly noticed closed session matters, and shall be conducted in
accordance with the provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act.
ARTICLE VII. BYLAW AMENDMENTS
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These Bylaws may be amended by majority vote of the Board Members at any regular
meeting of the Board. The Board’s proposed amendments to the Bylaws must be
approved by City Council at the next Council meeting after the Board’s approval. Bylaw
amendments are not effective until approved by City Council.
Approved and adopted at a meeting of the City Council on the _____ day of
____________________, 2015.
ATTEST: THE CITY OF GEORGETOWN
_____ _____
City Secretary Mayor
Approved and adopted at a meeting of the Board on the ______ day of _________________,
2015.
ATTEST: BOARD
_____ _____
Board Secretary Board Chairman
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City of Georgetown, Texas
Americans with Disablilities Accessibility Advisory Board
December 9, 2015
SUBJECT:
Discussion of the need to create a work plan for FY 2016. - Nat Waggoner, Transportation
Analyst, Transportation Services.
ITEM SUMMARY:
In keeping with the adopted ADA Advisory Board Bylaws, staff recommends that the Board
undertake a fiscal year work planning session. The purpose of the session is set forth goals and a
schedule for the remainder of the fiscal calendar. Staff will record the session and bring the
recommended work plan to the next regular meeting of the ADA Advisory Board for adoption or
modification in advance of the City's Capital Improvement Plan calendar.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
n/a
SUBMITTED BY:
Nat Waggoner, PMP®
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City of Georgetown, Texas
Americans with Disablilities Accessibility Advisory Board
December 9, 2015
SUBJECT:
Review and possible action to approve the minutes from the Regular ADA Board meeting held on
July 08, 2015. - Jana Kern – ADA Board Liaison
ITEM SUMMARY:
Board to review and revise and/or approve the minutes from the regular meeting held on
July 08, 2015.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
n/a
SUBMITTED BY:
Jana Kern
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Draft Minutes Backup Material
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MINUTES OF PUBLIC MEETING
OF THE AMERICANS WITH DISABLILITIES ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY BOARD
AND THE GOVERNING BODY
OF THE CITY OF GEORGETOWN, TEXAS
LOCATED AT GMC BUILDING, 300-1 INDUSTRIAL AVE, WILLIAMSON ROOM,
GEORGETOWN, TEXAS 78626
ON JULY 8, 2015 AT 6:00 PM
ADA Taskforce Members Present: Stephanie Blanck – Chair, Jon Carey – Vice-Chair, Dawn
Jennings, Anya Juan Risco, Barbra Sonnen –Hernandez
ADA Taskforce Members Absent: Sheila Mills – Secretary and Paul Luther
COG Staff Members Present: David Morgan – City Manager, Dave Hall – Building Official, Dee
Boardman – Permit Technician, Bridget Chapman – City Attorney, Nat Waggoneer- Transportation
Analyst and Jana Kern – Admin Assistant
Regular Session
A Call to Order – ADA Advisory Board
Blanck called meeting to order at 6:00 pm
B Introduction of Visitors
David Morgan, City Manager – New City Manager briefly introduced
himself to the Board and discussed his work history and family at the end of
the meeting and prior to adjournment.
Legislative Regular Agenda
C Review and possible action to approve the minutes from the ADA Task Force meeting held on
March 3, 2015. - Dee Boardman, Board liaison
Motion to approve Minutes held on March 31, 2015 by Juan Rico, 2nd by
Sonnen-Hernandez. Approved 5-0
D Review and possible action related to the Day and Time of ADA Advisory Board Meetings. -
Stephanie Blanck, ADA Chairperson
Board discussed date, time and location of meeting. Motion to approve
2nd Wednesday of every month at 6:00pm at GMC Building, 300-1
Industrial Ave, Williamson Room, Georgetown, Texas 78626 by
Carey, Juan Rico 2nd. Approved 4-1(Sonnen-Hernandez opposed)
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E Presentation, discussion and possible recommendation of the Transit Development Plan to City
Council. - Nat Waggoner, PMP®, Transportation Analyst
Waggoner presented and discussed at length about Georgetown’s development
for a Fixed Route Bus System to the Board for recommendation.
Carey questioned the pilot program in 2008. Waggoner discussed pilot program
and how it failed and discussed the lessons of the program.
Jennnings motioned to recommend plan to City Council to accept the Transit
Development Plan (Fixed Route Bus System). Sonnen-Hernandez 2nd the
motion. Approved 5-0.
F Discussion and possible recommendation to City Council for approval of the final draft of the
American with Disabilities Transition Plan for the City of Georgetown as required under Title II of the
American with Disabilities Act. - Dave Hall, Building Official and Wesley Wright, P.E., Systems
Engineering Director.
Hall discussed plan at length of the final draft of the American with Disabilities
Transition Plan for the City of Georgetown as required under Title II of the
American with Disabilities Act.
Hall mentioned that he is currently working on the ADA webpage on the City
website.
Waggoner discussed recommendation of an administrative budget for the
facilitation of the plan.
Blanck motioned to approve the recommendation of the final draft to City Council
for the American with Disabilities Transition Plan be adopted. Juan Risco 2nd the
motion. Approved 5-0.
Adjournment
Blanck motion to adjourn meeting at 8:06pm. Carey 2nd the motion. Approved 5-0.
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________ _________________________
Stephanie Blanck – Chair Sheila Mills – Secretary
__________________
___________________________________
Jana R. Kern – Board Liaison
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