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APPROACH: ParkingPowers Library

Are designated or marked accessible parking spaces provided?

Yes

If yes, are the spaces clearly marked with upright signs designating them as accessible?

(International symbol of accessibility or clear wording)

N/A

Number of designated accessible spaces:

(If unlined, approximate number of accessible spaces)

1 spaces

Width of designated accessible spaces:

119 inches

Number of designated accessible spaces with access aisles:

2 spaces

Distance from parking to entrance:

(If no designated accessible parking, measure distance from middle of parking lot/area to entrance)

55 feet

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from parking to entrance?

Yes

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

concrete

Slope of route of travel (at its steepest incline):

8 4/5 %

Width of route of travel (at its narrowest point):

59 inches

Comments/additional information about parking and route of travel to entrance:

Easy access parking, two spaces available to ramp but only one is marked with designated painted lines.

ENTER: EntrancesMain Entrance

Is the international symbol of accessibility (or signage designating accessibility) displayed by entrance?

No

Are there stairs to gain entry?

No

Step count

0 stairs

Handrail type

not applicable

Is a ramp provided?

N/A

If yes, describe the surface of ramp:

not applicable

Describe the type of railing on the ramp:

not applicable

Type of door:

Manual

Are there doors in a series to gain entry?

Yes

If yes, distance between doors:

86 inches

Clear open width of door:

32 1/2 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

7 pounds

Handle type entering:

Pull

Handle type exiting:

Pull
Push/Pull Paddle/Bar

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

18 inches

Comments/additional information about entrance:

Entrance is not marked as being accessible, but parking space in front of sidewalk leads right to the main door. On forst set of doors, the second door doesn't open from the outside.

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance (if indoor facility) or parking (if outdoor facility) to registration/check-in area?

N/A

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

not assessed

Is the registration/reception/check-in counter easily located?

Yes

Height of counter:

30 inches

If counter is higher than 36", is a fold-out shelf available?

No

Is the registration area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering? (60" circle)

Yes

If no, provide dimensions of free space in registration area:

60 inches x 60 inches

Is signage clear in registration area?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering)

No

Comments/additional information about reception/registration/check-in area:

Computer for larger print is available; area to computer area is 32 inches wide. Wireless internet connection available.

USE: Public Restroom/Toiletmain entrance

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance (if indoor facility) or parking (if outdoor facility) to restroom?

N/A

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

not assessed

Is a single use restroom provided?

(e.g. family, companion, single room)

Yes

Is signage clear?

(word, picture, and Braille or raised lettering provided for signs)

Yes

Is there a door to restroom?

Yes

Clear open width of door to restroom:

33 inches

Opening force of door:

(enter 0 pounds if automatic door)

1 pounds

Handle type entering:

Lever

Handle type exiting:

Lever

Clear space on pull (handle) side of door:

44 inches

Does the toilet stall door swing open to outside of stall?

No

Is the toilet area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

(60" circle)

Yes

Are grab bars mounted on at least two sides of the toilet?

Yes

Number of grab bars:

2 bars

Toilet seat height:

18 inches

Is the sink area large enough for wheelchair maneuvering?

N/A

Height of sink:

32 inches

Sink is:

Wall

Depth of knee space under sink:

(from outer edge of sink to pipes or other obstruction under sink)

9 inches

Location of soap dispensers:

Sink

If wall-mounted, height of soap dispensers:

32 inches

Location of hand dryer/paper towels:

Wall

If wall-mounted, height of hand dryers/paper towel dispensers:

42 inches

Comments/additional information about public restroom/toilet:

Male and female bathrooms can be locked from the inside. There is one toilet, stepstool and chair provided in each. Handle to door is 40 inches from the ground.

USE: Elevator(s)Agency Elevator

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from entrance to elevator?

N/A

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

not assessed

Elevator control panel height:

41 inches

Elevator door width:

34 inches

Does elevator have a sensor that reopens the door or does door stay open at least 20 seconds?

N/A

Size (clear space) of elevator car:

30 1/2 inches x 55 inches

Is the elevator well-lit?

Yes

Comments/additional information about the elevator:

Bench next to controls but still plenty of room. It is a lift more than it is an elevator. Doors to lift are locked, must ask for key to use and access lift.

USE: StairsStairs

Is there a continuous unobstructed route of travel from the entrance to this area?

N/A

Describe the surface of the route of travel:

not assessed

Is lit

Yes

Has edge markings

Yes

Has handrail

Yes

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingPowers Library

ENTER: EntrancesMain Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/Toiletmain entrance

USE: Elevator(s)Agency Elevator

USE: StairsStairs

Notes about physical inclusion

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Assessment

Section B: Physical Inclusion

APPROACH: Transportation

APPROACH: ParkingPowers Library

ENTER: EntrancesMain Entrance

USE: Registration/Reception/Check-in AreaAgency Registration

USE: Public Restroom/Toiletmain entrance

USE: Elevator(s)Agency Elevator

USE: StairsStairs

Notes about physical inclusion

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