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DOJ Project Civic Access settlement requiring the Vail Recreation District to remove physical accessibility barriers and ensure all district programs and services are accessible to people with disabilities.
Plaintiff
U.S. Department of Justice
Defendant
Vail Recreation District
Date Filed
January 1, 2004
Date Resolved
December 31, 2004
Jurisdiction
United States (DOJ Project Civic Access settlement)
The U.S. Department of Justice reached a comprehensive settlement agreement with the Vail Recreation District as part of DOJ's Project Civic Access initiative. This settlement addressed physical accessibility barriers throughout the district's facilities and ensured that all district programs and services are accessible to people with disabilities under ADA Title II. The settlement required the Vail Recreation District to: - Conduct self-evaluations of all district facilities and programs - Remove physical barriers in district buildings including recreation centers, parks, and sports facilities - Ensure accessible routes, entrances, and parking at all district facilities - Make restrooms, drinking fountains, and other amenities accessible - Ensure accessible communication including TTY/TDD services and sign language interpreters - Train district employees on ADA requirements and serving customers with disabilities - Establish grievance procedures for accessibility complaints - Develop and implement transition plans for systematic barrier removal These requirements ensured that residents and visitors with disabilities could access recreation programs and facilities on an equal basis with others.
This settlement ensured that the Vail Recreation District's facilities and services are accessible to people with disabilities. As part of Project Civic Access, these settlements have improved accessibility in special districts nationwide, enabling people with disabilities to fully participate in recreation and community programs.
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