ADA Transition Plan

• What is an ADA Transition Plan?

• The ADA is an all-inclusive civil-rights law that mandates equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities and guarantees that they have the same opportunities as everyone else to participate in mainstream American life: to enjoy employment opportunities; purchase goods and services; and participate in state and local government programs and services. To ensure this, Title II of the ADA requires that state and local governments make all programs and services accessible to people with disabilities.

  
  

  The ADA requires a municipality—no matter the size—review all aspects of its programs, services, and activities for compliance, often referred to as a Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan. The Self-Evaluation process requires a clear understanding of the ADA Title II regulations, specifically the program’s access test as applied to existing facilities. The requirements for a Transition Plan, as outlined in 28 C.F.R. section 35.150, only apply to public agencies with 50 or more employees.

  To ensure compliance with the ADA, ongoing education and guidance are essential for municipalities and businesses. When conducting the Self-Evaluation process, you should review each department that interacts with the community; boards and commissions; facilities, curb ramps, intersections, and sidewalks; and the municipality’s employment practices. You should further evaluate all programs, services, and activities to include in the Transition Plan.

• How is an ADA Transition Plan Developed?

• Read more here.

Safe Routes to School

• What is a Safe Routes to School Plan?

• NCTCOG's Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program is focused on encouraging and enabling more children to safely walk and bicycle to school, thereby improving student health, traffic congestion, safety, and air quality around schools. NCTCOG supports SRTS with funding, encouragement, education, and planning.