Lysander Town Park | 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?

N/A

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

N/A

Comments/additional information about agency mission:

Outdoor park, free use to all patrons, mostly accessible, used for recreation use by teams in the area, town members, etc.

Staff

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

N/A

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
Kevin Merrill	Director of parks and recreation	315-635-5999	parks@townoflysander.org

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?

N/A

Comments/additional information about agency staff:

Only interviewed director, there's only a maintenance crew because it's an outdoor facility.

Agency Planning

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

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

N/A

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

N/A

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:

Braille
Pictorial
Sign

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)

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

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)

N/A

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?

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

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

Yes

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

If applicable, are special dietary needs met?

N/A

Comments/additional information about agency policies and procedures:

Outdoor facility, if there is an emergency there is a paved path through the whole park to exit, no alarms, did notice some speakers on outside of building maybe for announcements. Has a concession stand owned by pop-warner, not in charge of food/menu.

Evaluation

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

Partnerships and Collaboration

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

If yes, please list:

Notes About Administrative Practices

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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

Lysander Town Park 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

Lysander Town Park
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