Frederick Douglass Community Library | Inclusive Rec Database

Section C: Administrative Practices

Agency Mission and Values

Does the agency mission clearly reflect a belief about inclusion of people with disabilities and other differences?

Yes

Do agency vision and values articulate support for inclusion of people with disabilities and other differences?

Yes

Comments/additional information about agency mission:

The Library's mission statement includes sections about inclusion.

Staff

Does upper administration (e.g., board of directors, administrators, managers) show support for inclusion?

Yes

Is a point of contact or ADA coordinator designated to coordinate inclusion at the agency? (preferably a certified therapeutic recreation specialist)

Yes

Name	Title	Phone	Email
Dr. Cephas Archie	Chief Equity Officer	585-428-7045	cephas.archie@cityofrochester.gov

Are managers and front line staff trained in disability awareness & inclusion as a routine part of staff training?

When observed, or when asked in an interview, do staff members interact with people with disabilities in a helpful and respectful manner?

Yes

Comments/additional information about agency staff:

The manager of the library was very helpful and allowed me to come in for an interview and to make measurements even with the library closed to patrons due to COVID-19. She is very receptive to making improvements to make the library more accessible and to support all participants.

Agency Planning

Are people with disabilities and/or their families involved in agency planning efforts? (e.g., board of directors, advisory board, public input)

Yes

If yes, list types of involvement/input:

Rochester Public Library has community forums and inclusion and accessibility is a part of it's strategic planning.

Is the agency involved in ongoing plans for inclusion and accessibility?'

Yes

If yes, has the agency made progress on identified areas in plan?

N/A

Comments/additional information about agency planning:

The improvements to the library are in progress and are dependent of funding for building improvement.

Agency Communication and Marketing

Is person first language used in written materials?

N/A

Is person first language used in oral communication?

Yes

Are alternative forms of communication available?

Yes

If yes, check the alternative forms of communication available:

Assisted
Braille
Captioned
Large
Multiple
Tdd

Do marketing and other printed agency materials reflect inclusion of people with disabilities? (e.g., access information provided, people with disabilities pictured in publications or on web site)

Yes

Is the agency website usable by people of all abilities? (e.g., simple design, consistent navigation, alt text for graphics, high contrast, no flashing/blinking features)

Yes

Comments/additional information about agency communication and marketing:

Most alternate language material is provided in Spanish.

Agency Policies and Procedures

Are emergency warning and evacuation procedures in place for safe exit of people with disabilities? (e.g., auditory and visual alarm systems, areas of rescue assistance identified)

Yes

Is all staff trained in the procedures for safe evacuation of people with disabilities in the event of an emergency?

Is there a written policy about the use of service animals?

Yes

Is there a written policy about the use of motorized mobility devices?

Yes

Do personal care attendants attend free when accompanying a person with a disability?

N/A

If applicable, do prices for services accommodate people with financial need?

N/A

If applicable, are special dietary needs met?

Yes

Comments/additional information about agency policies and procedures:

The staff is trained on emergency evacuation for children with disabilities but not adults. The programs offered at the library are public and of no cost. The library is very accommodating to dietary needs and allergies and is a peanut free facility.

Evaluation

Does the agency conduct evaluation on an ongoing basis and at the end of programs/services?

Comments/additional information about agency evaluation of inclusion:

There is not a routine evaluation or survey presented after events but library staff is very receptive to offered feedback.

Partnerships and Collaboration

Does the agency have partnerships with disability and other community organizations?

Yes

If yes, please list:

Comments/additional information about agency partnerships and collaboration:

The Rec-Center is located behind the library building the Rochester City School #12 is attached to the building. The Rochester Childfirst Network is a daycare/pre-school that is next door. The library collaborates with the agencies on a regular basis.

Notes About Administrative Practices

Any additional administrative practices you noted at the agency that are not listed above that you feel are helpful to people with disabilities and their families:

The staff is very supportive to children with special needs and works closely with teachers and administrators in the City School district to assist with learning goals.

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Assessment

Section C: Administrative Practices

Agency Mission and Values

Staff

Agency Planning

Agency Communication and Marketing

Agency Policies and Procedures

Evaluation

Partnerships and Collaboration

Notes About Administrative Practices

Frederick Douglass Community Library Back to Agency

Assessment

Section C: Administrative Practices

Agency Mission and Values

Staff

Agency Planning

Agency Communication and Marketing

Agency Policies and Procedures

Evaluation

Partnerships and Collaboration

Notes About Administrative Practices

Frederick Douglass Community Library
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