Settlement Agreement between the United States and Glynn County, Georgia, Attachment K

Attachment K: Program Access in Existing Facilities

Please Note: Paragraph 47 of the Agreement requires that within 24 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the County will provide signage as necessary to comply with 28 C.F.R. ¤ 35.163(b), after having surveyed all facilities that are the subject of this Agreement for the purpose of identifying those that have multiple entrances not all of which are accessible.

The technical requirements and, where appropriate, the scoping requirements of the Standards are used as a guide for determining whether a program or activity held in an existing facility is Òreadily accessible to and usable byÓ persons with disabilities and for determining what changes are necessary to make this program or activity accessible if it continues to be provided in the existing facility in question. See 28 C.F.R. ¤¤ 35.150(b)(1), 35.151.

In order to ensure that each of the CountyÕs programs, services, and activities operating at a facility that is the subject of this Agreement, when viewed in its entirety, are readily accessible to and usable by persons with disabilities, the County will take the following actions:

1. Within 60 months of the effective date of this agreement, the County will complete the following modifications to Neptune Park:

a. Parking. The parking lot, with a total of 71 parking spaces, has 6 spaces reserved for people with disabilities, none of which have access aisles, and none of which are designated as van accessible. On the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance, provide 1 van accessible space and 2 standard spaces designated as reserved for people with disabilities. Ensure that standard accessible spaces are a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by access aisles at least 60 inches wide. Ensure that van accessible spaces are a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by access aisles at least 96 inches wide. At all spaces designated as reserved for persons with disabilities, provide vertical signs with the International Symbol of Accessibility located such that they cannot be obstructed by parked vehicles. At van accessible spaces, provide an additional ÒVan-AccessibleÓ sign located below the International Symbol of Accessibility. Ensure that all spaces and access aisles for persons with disabilities are flat and level, with slopes and cross-slopes not exceeding 2% in all directions, and that their surfaces are firm, stable, and slip-resistant. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(5), 4.6, 4.30.7(1).

b. Exterior Accessible Routes. The routes from the parking lot to the playground equipment, picnic area, and pool are inaccessible because the surface is not stable, firm, and slip resistant. Provide at least one accessible route within the boundary of the site connecting these elements that, to the maximum extent feasible, coincides with the route for the general public. The accessible route must have a minimum clear width of 36 inches, or a minimum clear width of 42 inches if there is a turn around an obstruction less than 48 inches wide; have passing spaces at least 60 inches by 60 inches at least every 200 feet; have a minimum clear headroom of 80 inches; have a surface that is firm, stable, and slip resistant; have, in the absence of a curb ramp, ramp, elevator, or platform lift, no level changes in excess of ½ inch vertically; and have a running slope of less than 5% (or have been constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a cross slope of less than 2%. Standards ¤¤ 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.

c. Picnic Area. The picnic tables are inaccessible because none provides the required knee space. Provide one accessible picnic table that is available for use by people with mobility disabilities. The accessible picnic table must be on an accessible route, must have knee space at the table at least 27 inches high, 30 inches wide, and 19 inches deep, and must have a table top between 28 inches and 34 inches above the ground. Standards ¤¤ 4.32.3, 4.32.4.

2. Within 60 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the County will complete the following modifications to the St. Simons Island Visitors Center, Library and Island Players Theater:

a. Parking. The parking lot is inaccessible because there are no access aisles provided at the parking spaces reserved for use by people with disabilities and the van accessible parking reserved for persons with disabilities lacks the appropriate signage. At each standard accessible space, provide an access aisle at least 60 inches wide. At each van accessible space, provide an access aisles at least 96 inches wide. Ensure that all access aisles are flat and level, with slopes and cross-slopes not exceeding 2% in all directions, and that their surfaces are firm, stable, and slip-resistant. At van accessible spaces, provide a ÒVan-AccessibleÓ sign located below the International Symbol of Accessibility such that the sign cannot be obstructed by vehicles parked in the space. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(5), 4.6.3, 4.6.4, 4.30.7(1), Fig. 9.

b. Entrance Ramp. The ramp is inaccessible because the intermediate landing is 51 inches by 50 inches and there are no 12 inch extensions at the top or bottom of the ramp. Provide a ramp that is at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding 8.33% and a cross slope not exceeding 2%; with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top and bottom of the ramp; with level landings measuring at least 60 inches by 60 inches when the ramp changes direction; and edge protection that is at least 2 inches high at the drop off sides. Provide handrails that are between 1¼ inches and 1½ inches in diameter such that the inside handrail is continuous and both handrails have a continuous gripping surface along both sides of the ramp extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface; the handrails do not rotate within their fittings; and both handrails are mounted between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface and 1½ inches from the wall, with ends rounded or returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post. Ensure that the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on walking surfaces. Standards ¤¤ 4.3.8, 4.8.

c. Theater

i. Wheelchair seating. The theater is inaccessible because the wheelchair seating areas are not level. Provide four wheelchair seating areas, each with a minimum clear ground or floor space of 33 inches wide by 48 inches deep for forward or rear access, or 33 inches wide by 60 inches deep for side access. Ensure that the ground or floor at all wheelchair locations is level, firm, stable, and slip resistant; that wheelchair seating areas are an integral part of the fixed seating plan and are located so as to provide people with physical disabilities a choice of lines of sight comparable to those available for members of the general public; that wheelchair seating areas adjoin an accessible route that also serves as a means of egress in case of emergency; and that at least one fixed companion seat is provided next to each wheelchair seating area. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(19)(a), 4.5, 4.33, Fig. 46.

ii. Toilet Rooms - Within 60 months of the date of this Agreement, the County will complete the following modifications. Until these items are addressed, the County will provide an accessible portable toilet, on an accessible route, as a temporary measure:

(1) The toilet room signs are not accessible. Provide toilet room signs with raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.

(2) The designated accessible stall in each room is incorrectly configured as an ambulatory stall, and there is no standard accessible stall provided. In each toilet room, provide a ÒstandardÓ accessible toilet stall at least 60 inches wide and at least 59 inches deep (or at least 56 inches deep with a wall-mounted toilet) such that all of the stallÕs elements, including stall door, stall door hardware, water closet, size and arrangement, toe clearances, grab bars, controls, and dispensers, comply with the Standards. Standards ¤¤ 4.13, 4.16, 4.17, 4.26, 4.27, Fig. 30.

(3) In the women's toilet room only, the lavatory is inaccessible because knee and toe clearances do not comply with the Standards. Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31. Standards ¤ 4.19.2, Fig. 31.

d. VisitorÕs Center. The counter in the VisitorÕs Center is inaccessible because the top is 46½ inches above the finished floor. Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means. Standards ¤¤ 7.2(2), 4.3.

3. Within 12 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the County will complete the following modification to Fire Station #4:

a. Parking. No accessible parking space is provided. On the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance, provide one van accessible space designated as reserved for people with disabilities. Ensure that the van accessible space is a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by an access aisle at least 96 inches wide. Provide a vertical sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility located such that it cannot be obstructed by parked vehicles. At the van accessible space, provide an additional ÒVan-AccessibleÓ sign located below the International Symbol of Accessibility. Ensure that the space and access aisle for persons with disabilities are flat and level, with slopes and cross-slopes not exceeding 2% in all directions, and that their surfaces are firm, stable, and slip-resistant. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(5), 4.6, 4.30.7(1).

b. Public Toilet Room. The single user toilet room contains a number of inaccessible elements and is not accessible to people with disabilities. Provide an accessible toilet room such that all of the roomÕs elements, including signage, door, door hardware, clear floor space, water closet, urinal (if provided), grab bars, lavatory, mirror, controls, and dispensers, comply with the Standards. Standards ¤¤ 4.13, 4.16, 4.18, 4.19, 4.26, 4.27, 4.30, Figs. 28, 29.

4. Within 36 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the County will complete the following modifications to the Glynn County Courthouse (Judicial Center):

a. Parking. The parking lot, with a total of 68 parking spaces, has no designated van accessible parking, and parking spaces and access aisles are not clearly designated with pavement markings. On the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance, provide 1 van accessible space and 2 standard spaces designated as reserved for people with disabilities. Ensure that standard accessible spaces are a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by access aisles at least 60 inches wide. Ensure that van accessible spaces are a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by access aisles at least 96 inches wide. At all spaces designated as reserved for persons with disabilities, provide vertical signs with the International Symbol of Accessibility located such that they cannot be obstructed by parked vehicles. At van accessible spaces, provide an additional ÒVan-AccessibleÓ sign located below the International Symbol of Accessibility. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(5), 4.6, 4.30.7(1).

b. Service Counter. The service counter at the Clerk of the State CourtÕs Office is inaccessible because the top of the counter is 39½ inches high. Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means. Standards ¤¤ 7.2(2), 4.3.

c. Courtrooms and Hearing Rooms. The courtrooms are inaccessible to persons with hearing disabilities because, although they have fixed seats and accommodate at least 50 persons, there are no assistive listening systems for persons who are hard of hearing. Provide a permanently installed assistive listening system (ALS) or a portable ALS with an adequate number of electrical outlets or other supplementary wiring necessary to support a portable assistive listening system. Also provide the number of receivers required by Section 4.1.3(19)(b) for use by the general public and signage indicating their availability. 28 C.F.R. ¤ 35.160; Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(19)(b), 4.30, 4.33.

d. Property Records. The service counter at in the Property Records room is inaccessible because its top is 42 inches high. Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means. Standards ¤¤ 7.2(2), 4.3.

e. WomenÕs Toilet Room with Stalls - First Floor

i. The toilet room sign is mounted on the door. Provide a toilet room sign with raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.

ii. No accessible mirror has bee provided. Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor. Standards ¤¤ 4.13.3(11), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.22.6, 4.19.6.

iii. The designated accessible stall is incorrectly configured as an ambulatory stall, and there is no standard accessible stall provided. Provide a ÒstandardÓ accessible toilet stall at least 60 inches wide and at least 59 inches deep (or at least 56 inches deep with a wall-mounted toilet) such that all of the stallÕs elements, including stall door, stall door hardware, water closet, size and arrangement, toe clearances, grab bars, controls, and dispensers, comply with the Standards. Standards ¤¤ 4.13, 4.16, 4.17, 4.26, 4.27, Fig. 30.

f. MenÕs Toilet Room with Stalls - First Floor

i. The toilet room sign is mounted on the door. Provide a toilet room sign with raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign at 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.1.6(1)(b), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.

g. MenÕs Single-User Toilet Room - Second Floor, Assembly Room/County Commissioners Meeting Room

i. The toilet room is inaccessible and there is no signage directing people with disabilities to the accessible toilet rooms. Provide accessible directional signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at inaccessible toilet rooms indicating the location of the nearest accessible toilet room, and provide accessible signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at all accessible toilet rooms. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.1.6(3)(e)(iii), 4.30.1, 4.30.2, 4.30.3, 4.30.5, 4.30.7.

h. WomenÕs Single-User Toilet Room - Second floor, Assembly Room/County Commissioners Meeting Room

i. District AttorneyÕs Office. The counter at the District AttorneyÕs Office is inaccessible because its top is 42 inches high. Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means. Standards ¤¤ 7.2(2), 4.3.

j. Victim Assistance Program

i. The route into the Comfort Room is inaccessible because the route narrows to 22 inches wide near the filing cabinet. Provide an accessible route to the Comfort Room with a minimum clear width of 36 inches, except at doors, where the width may decrease to 32 inches. Standards ¤¤ 4.3.3, 4.13.5.

ii. The Comfort Room door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware that is easy to grasp with one hand and that does not require tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist to operate. Lever-operated mechanisms, push-type mechanisms, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs. Standards ¤ 4.13.9.

5. Within 24 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the County will complete the following modifications to the Fire Department Training Building:

a. Parking

i. The parking lot has one space designated as reserved for people with disabilities, but the space is not van accessible and the access aisle is very narrow. On the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance, provide 1 van accessible space designated as reserved for people with disabilities. Van accessible spaces shall be a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by access aisles at least 96 inches wide. All spaces designated as reserved for people with disabilities shall have vertical signs with the International Symbol of Accessibility located such that they cannot be obstructed by parked vehicles. Van accessible spaces shall have an additional ÒVan-AccessibleÓ sign located below the International Symbol of Accessibility. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(5), 4.6, 4.30.7(1).

ii. The built-up curb ramp impermissibly extends into the required designated accessible parking space and access aisle, and the sides of the ramp have slopes exceeding 10%. Provide a curb ramp located so that it does not project into the access aisle or parking space and ensure that all aspects of the ramp or curb ramp comply with the Standards. Standards ¤¤ 4.3.8, 4.7.6.

b. Entrance Ramp. The exterior ramp is inaccessible because the upper portion has slopes of up to 10%, no handrail extensions are provided, the ends of the handrails are not rounded or returned, and the handrails are not smooth and free of splinters. Provide a ramp that is at least 36 inches wide and has a slope not exceeding 8.33% and a cross slope not exceeding 2%. Provide level landings at the top and bottom of the ramp that are at least as wide as the ramp and at least 60 inches long. If the ramp changes direction, provide a level landing measuring at least 60 inches by 60 inches at the change in direction. On both sides of the ramp, provide handrails between 1¼ inches and 1½ inches in diameter with a continuous gripping surface. Ensure that the handrails extend at least 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface, that they are mounted between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface, that they will not rotate within their fittings, that they are free of sharp or abrasive elements, and that they have ends that are rounded or return smoothly to floor, wall, or post. Ensure that the ramp and its level landing at the top and bottom are designed and maintained so that water does not accumulate on walking surfaces. Standards ¤¤ 4.3.8, 4.8, 4.26.4.

6. Within 24 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the County will complete the following modifications to Fire Department Headquarters - Fire Station #1:

a. Accessible Entrance. The door from the truck bay into the station is inaccessible because there is a 1 inch threshold. Provide a door with a threshold no greater than ¼ inch, or between ¼ inch and ½ inch and beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2. Standards ¤¤ 4.13.8, 4.5.2.

b. Unisex Toilet and Shower Room

ii. No accessible toilet stall is provided. Provide a ÒstandardÓ accessible toilet stall at least 60 inches wide and at least 59 inches deep (or at least 56 inches deep with a wall-mounted toilet) such that all of the stallÕs elements, including stall door, stall door hardware, water closet, size and arrangement, toe clearances, grab bars, controls, and dispensers, comply with the Standards. Standards ¤¤ 4.13, 4.16, 4.17, 4.26, 4.27, Fig. 30.

iii. The lavatory is inaccessible because the hot water pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Standards ¤ 4.19.4.

iv. No accessible mirror has been provided. Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor. Standards ¤ 4.19.6.

v. The urinal is inaccessible because the rim is mounted approximately 20 inches above the finished floor and the controls are mounted approximately 48 inches above the finished floor. Provide a urinal with an elongated rim mounted 17 inches or less above the finished floor, a clear floor space of at least 30 inches wide and 48 inches deep centered on the urinal, and a flush control height of 44 inches or less above the finished floor. Standards ¤¤ 4.18.2, 4.18.3, 4.18.4.

7. Within 60 months of the effective date of this Agreement, unless otherwise specified, the County will complete the following modifications to Blythe Island Regional Park:

a. Registration. The registration counter is inaccessible because the top of the counter is 42 inches high. Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means. Standards ¤¤ 7.2(2), 4.3.

b. Public Toilets and Laundry

i. The entrance ramp is inaccessible because it has slopes up to 9.7%, there is a handrail on only one side, the handrail does not have extensions, and the ends of the handrail are not rounded or returned. Provide a ramp that is at least 36 inches wide with a slope not exceeding 8.33% and a cross slope not exceeding 2%; with level landings at least as wide as the ramp and 60 inches long at the top and bottom of the ramp; and with edge protection at least 2 inches high at the drop off sides. Provide handrails that are between 1¼ inches and 1½ inches in diameter with a continuous gripping surface along both sides of the ramp, extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface. Ensure that handrails are mounted between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface and 1½ inches from the wall, with ends rounded or returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post, and that they do not rotate within their fittings. Ensure that the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on walking surfaces. Standards ¤¤ 4.3.8, 4.8.

ii. The doors are inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide doors with hardware usable with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. Lever-operated, push-type, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs. Standards ¤ 4.13.9.

iii. Single-User Toilet Room - Until these items are addressed, the County will provide directional signage to bathhouses #1:

(1) The toilet room sign is mounted on the door and does not have Braille or raised characters. Provide a toilet room sign with raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.

(2) The door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware usable with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. Lever-operated, push-type, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs. Standards ¤ 4.13.9.

(3) The lavatory is inaccessible because the hot water and drain pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Standards ¤ 4.19.4.

(4) The urinal is inaccessible because the rim is 24 inches high and the controls are 51 inches high. Provide a urinal with an elongated rim mounted 17 inches or less above the finished floor, a clear floor space of at least 30 inches wide and 48 inches deep centered on the urinal, and a flush control height of 44 inches or less above the finished floor. Standards ¤¤ 4.18.2, 4.18.3, 4.18.4.

(5) The side grab bar at the toilet is inaccessible because it is obstructed by the toilet paper dispenser. Provide a side grab bar that has at least 1½ inches between the grab bar and any object beside or below it and at least 18 inches between the grab bar and any object above it. Standards ¤¤ 4.16.4, 4.26.2, Fig. 39.

(6) The rear grab bar at the toilet is inaccessible because it is 30 inches long. Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall. Standards ¤ 4.17.6, Fig. 30.

c. Picnic Shelter Near Registration Office

i. There is no accessible route from parking to the picnic shelter. Provide at least one accessible route to this location that, to the maximum extent feasible, coincides with the route for the general public. The accessible route must have a minimum clear width of 36 inches, or a minimum clear width of 42 inches if there is a turn around an obstruction less than 48 inches wide; have passing spaces at least 60 inches by 60 inches at least every 200 feet; have a minimum clear headroom of 80 inches; have a surface that is firm, stable, and slip resistant; have, in the absence of a curb ramp, ramp, elevator, or platform lift, no level changes in excess of ½ inch vertically; and have a running slope of less than 5% (or have been constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a cross slope of less than 2%. Standards ¤¤ 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.

ii. The picnic tables are inaccessible because they do not provide adequate knee space for persons using wheelchairs. Provide at least one picnic table on an accessible route such that there is knee space at the table at least 27 inches high, 30 inches wide, and 19 inches deep, and such that the height of the top of the table is between 28 inches and 34 inches above the ground. Standards ¤¤ 4.32.3, 4.32.4.

d. Picnic Shelter Along Water

i. The designated accessible parking space does not have a stable, firm, and slip resistant surface, and it has no access aisle. On the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance, provide one van accessible space. Ensure that van accessible spaces are a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by access aisles at least 96 inches wide and provide a vertical sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility located such that it cannot be obstructed by parked vehicles. Provide an additional ÒVan-AccessibleÓ sign located below the International Symbol of Accessibility. Ensure that the space and access aisle for persons with disabilities is flat and level, with slopes and cross-slopes not exceeding 2% in all directions, and that their surfaces are firm, stable, and slip-resistant. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(5), 4.6, 4.30.7(1).

ii. The route from the designated accessible parking space to the picnic shelter is not accessible. Provide at least one accessible route within the boundary of the site connecting these elements that, to the maximum extent feasible, coincides with the route for the general public. The accessible route must have a minimum clear width of 36 inches, or a minimum clear width of 42 inches if there is a turn around an obstruction less than 48 inches wide; have passing spaces at least 60 inches by 60 inches at least every 200 feet; have a minimum clear headroom of 80 inches; have a surface that is firm, stable, and slip resistant; have, in the absence of a curb ramp, ramp, elevator, or platform lift, no level changes in excess of ½ inch vertically; and have a running slope of less than 5% (or have been constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a cross slope of less than 2%. Standards ¤¤ 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.

e. Within 12 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the County will make the following modifications to WomenÕs Bathhouse #1:

i. The toilet room sign is mounted 65½ inches above the finished floor. Provide a toilet room sign with raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.

ii. No accessible mirror has been provided. Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor. Standards ¤ 4.19.6.

iii. The lavatory is inaccessible because the hot water and drain pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Standards ¤ 4.19.4.

iv. The toilet is inaccessible because the top of the seat is 20 inches above the finished floor. Provide a toilet with a seat that is 17 to 19 inches above the finished floor. Standards ¤¤ 4.16.3, 4.17.2, Fig. 30(d).

v. The designated accessible toilet is inaccessible because the side grab bar is obstructed by the toilet paper dispenser. Provide a side grab bar that has at least 1½ inches between the grab bar and any object beside or below it and at least 18 inches between the grab bar and any object above it. Standards ¤¤ 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig. 39.

vi. The rear grab bar at the toilet is inaccessible because it is 24 inches long and its closer end is mounted 9 inches from the side wall. Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between 1¼ and 1½ inches; with 1½ inches between the grab bar and the wall; and at least 1½ inches between the grab bar and any object beside or below it and at least 18 inches between the grab bar and any object above it. Standards ¤¤ 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Figs. 30, 39.

vii. The shower is inaccessible because the stall is 44 inches wide by 43 inches deep; there is no clear floor space provided to allow a transfer; there is no transfer seat; the controls are mounted on the rear wall; and the fixed shower head is mounted approximately 64 inches above the finished floor. Provide a shower in this room that is exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at the shower opening. Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower spray unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable. Standards ¤ 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.

f. Within 12 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the County will make the following modifications to MenÕs Bathhouse #1:

i. The toilet room sign is mounted 65½ inches above the finished floor Provide a toilet room sign with raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.

ii. No accessible mirror has been provided. Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor. Standards ¤ 4.19.6.

iv. No accessible coat hook has been provided. Provide a coat hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair. Standards ¤¤ 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

v. The toilet is inaccessible because the flush control is on the closed side. Provide a flush control mounted on the ÒopenÓ side of the toiletÕs clear floor space; 44 inches or less above the finished floor; and requiring a maximum of 5 pounds of force to operate; or provide an automatic flush device. Standards ¤¤ 4.16.5, 4.17.2, 4.27.4.

vi. The designated accessible toilet is inaccessible because the side grab bar is obstructed by the toilet paper dispenser. Provide a side grab bar that has at least 1½ inches between the grab bar and any object beside or below it and at least 18 inches between the grab bar and any object above it. Standards ¤¤ 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig. 39.

vii. The rear grab bar at the toilet is inaccessible because it is 24 inches long and its closer end is mounted 8 inches from the side wall. Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall; mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between 1¼ and 1½ inches; with 1½ inches between the grab bar and the wall; and at least 1½ inches between the grab bar and any object beside or below it and at least 18 inches between the grab bar and any object above it. Standards ¤¤ 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Figs. 30, 39.

viii. The shower is inaccessible because the stall is 44 inches wide by 42 inches deep; there is no clear floor space provided to allow a transfer; there is no transfer seat; there are no grab bars; the controls are mounted on the rear wall; and the fixed shower head is mounted approximately 64 inches above the finished floor. Provide a shower in this room that is exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at the shower opening. Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower spray unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable. Standards ¤ 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.

g. WomenÕs Bathhouse #2 - Until these items are addressed, the County will provide directional signage to the womenÕs toilet room at bathhouse #1.

i. The toilet room sign is mounted 66 inches above the finished floor. Provide a toilet room sign with raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.

ii. The door is inaccessible because it has knob hardware. Provide a door with hardware usable with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. Lever-operated, push-type, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs. Standards ¤ 4.13.9.

iii. No accessible mirror has been provided. Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor. Standards ¤ 4.19.6.

iv. The lavatory is inaccessible because the bottom of the apron is 27 inches above the finished floor. Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31. Standards ¤ 4.19.2, Fig. 31.

v. The lavatory is inaccessible because the hot water and drain pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Standards ¤ 4.19.4.

vi. The designated accessible stall is incorrectly configured as an ambulatory stall, and no standard accessible stall is provided. Provide a ÒstandardÓ accessible toilet stall at least 60 inches wide and at least 59 inches deep (or at least 56 inches deep with a wall-mounted toilet) such that all of the stallÕs elements, including stall door, stall door hardware, water closet, size and arrangement, toe clearances, grab bars, controls, and dispensers, comply with the Standards. Standards ¤¤ 4.13, 4.16, 4.17, 4.26, 4.27, Fig. 30.

vii. The shower is inaccessible because it is 46 inches wide by 44 inches deep; there is no clear floor space to allow a transfer; the transfer seat is mounted 25 inches above the finished floor; the grab bar is not accessible; the controls are mounted on the rear wall of the shower stall; and the fixed shower head is mounted 69 inches above the finished floor. Provide a shower in this room that is exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at the shower opening. Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower spray unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable. Standards ¤ 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.

h. MenÕs Bathhouse #2 - Until these items are addressed, the County will provide directional signage to the menÕs toilet rooms at bathhouse #1.

i. The toilet room sign is mounted 65 inches above the finished floor. Provide a toilet room sign with raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.

ii. The door is inaccessible because knob hardware is used. Provide a door with hardware usable with one hand and without tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist. Lever-operated, push-type, and U-shaped handles are acceptable designs. Standards ¤ 4.13.9.

iii. No accessible mirror has been provided. Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor. Standards ¤ 4.19.6.

vi. The designated accessible stall is incorrectly configured as an ambulatory stall, and there is no standard accessible stall provided. Provide a ÒstandardÓ accessible toilet stall at least 60 inches wide and at least 59 inches deep (or at least 56 inches deep with a wall-mounted toilet) such that all of the stallÕs elements, including stall door, stall door hardware, water closet, size and arrangement, toe clearances, grab bars, controls, and dispensers, comply with the Standards. Standards ¤¤ 4.13, 4.16, 4.17, 4.26, 4.27, Fig. 30.

vii. The shower is inaccessible because it is 46 inches wide by 44 inches deep; there is no clear floor space to allow a transfer; the transfer seat is mounted 24 inches above the finished floor; the grab bar is not accessible; the controls are mounted on the rear wall of the shower stall; and the fixed shower head is mounted 70 inches above the finished floor. Provide a shower in this room that is exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at the shower opening. Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower spray unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable. Standards ¤ 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.

i. Bathhouse #3 (Marina Toilet Rooms). The menÕs and womenÕs toilet rooms contain a number of inaccessible elements and are not accessible to people with disabilities. Provide accessible toilet rooms such that all of the roomsÕ elements, including signage, door, door hardware, clear floor space, water closet, stall size and arrangement, stall door, urinal (if provided), grab bars, lavatory, mirror, controls, and dispensers, comply with the Standards. Until these items are addressed, the County will provide directional signage to the mensÕ and womenÕs toilet rooms at bathhouse #1. Standards ¤¤ 4.13, 4.16, 4.17, 4.18, 4.19, 4.26, 4.27, 4.30, Fig. 30.

j. Fishing Pier Parking. The parking lot, with a total of 6 parking spaces, has no van accessible parking space. On the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance, provide one van accessible space designated as reserved for people with disabilities. Ensure that van accessible spaces are a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by access aisles at least 96 inches wide. At all spaces designated as reserved for persons with disabilities, provide vertical signs with the International Symbol of Accessibility located such that they cannot be obstructed by parked vehicles. At van accessible spaces, provide an additional ÒVan-AccessibleÓ sign located below the International Symbol of Accessibility. Ensure that all spaces and access aisles for persons with disabilities are flat and level, with slopes and cross-slopes not exceeding 2% in all directions, and that their surfaces are firm, stable, and slip-resistant. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(5), 4.6, 4.30.7(1).

k. Playground. There is no accessible route from parking to the playground. Provide at least one accessible route within the boundary of the site connecting these elements that, to the maximum extent feasible, coincides with the route for the general public. The accessible route must have a minimum clear width of 36 inches, or a minimum clear width of 42 inches if there is a turn around an obstruction less than 48 inches wide; have passing spaces at least 60 inches by 60 inches at least every 200 feet; have a minimum clear headroom of 80 inches; have a surface that is firm, stable, and slip resistant; have, in the absence of a curb ramp, ramp, elevator, or platform lift, no level changes in excess of ½ inch vertically; and have a running slope of less than 5% (or have been constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a cross slope of less than 2%. Standards ¤¤ 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.

l. MenÕs Beach Toilet Rooms - Until these items are addressed, the County will provide directional signage to the menÕs toilet room at bathhouse #1:

i. There is no accessible toilet room sign provided. Provide a toilet room sign with raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.

ii. No accessible mirror has been provided. Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor. Standards ¤ 4.19.6.

iv. The toilet is inaccessible because the flush control is on the closed side. Provide a flush control mounted on the ÒopenÓ side of the toiletÕs clear floor space; 44 inches or less above the finished floor; and requiring a maximum of 5 pounds of force to operate; or provide an automatic flush device. Standards ¤¤ 4.16.5, 4.17.2, 4.27.4.

vi. The rear grab bar at the toilet is inaccessible because the overall length is 24 inches. Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall. Standards ¤ 4.17.6, Fig. 30.

vii. No accessible coat hook has been provided. Provide a coat hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair. Standards ¤¤ 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

m. WomenÕs Beach Toilet Rooms - Until these items are addressed, the County will provide directional signage to the womenÕs toilet room at bathhouse #1:

i. The toilet room sign is mounted on the door and does not have Braille or raised characters. Provide a toilet room sign with raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.

ii. No accessible mirror has been provided. Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor. Standards ¤ 4.19.6.

iv. The designated accessible toilet is inaccessible because the side grab bar is obstructed by the toilet paper dispenser. Provide a side grab bar that has at least 1½ inches between the grab bar and any object beside or below it and at least 18 inches between the grab bar and any object above it. Standards ¤¤ 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Fig. 39.

v. The rear grab bar at the toilet is inaccessible because it has an overall length of 24 inches. Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall. Standards ¤ 4.17.6, Fig. 30.

vi. No accessible coat hook has been provided. Provide a coat hook at a maximum height above the finished floor of 48 inches for a forward approach or 54 inches for a side approach and that is accompanied by clear floor space of 30 by 48 inches that allows a forward or parallel approach by a person using a wheelchair. Standards ¤¤ 4.25.2, 4.25.3, 4.2.4, 4.2.5, 4.2.6.

n. Beach Toilet Room Drinking Fountain. Although an accessible drinking fountain is provided, there is no drinking fountain provided for people who have difficulty bending or stooping. Provide a drinking fountain that is accessible to people who have difficulty bending or stooping. This can be accommodated by the use of a Òhi-loÓ fountain; by providing one fountain accessible to those who use wheelchairs and one fountain at a standard height convenient for those who have difficulty bending; by providing a fountain accessible to people who use wheelchairs and a cup dispenser, or by such other means as would achieve the required accessibility for each group of people. Standards ¤ 4.1.3(10)(a).

o. Ramp to Beach Toilet Rooms. The ramp is inaccessible because it lacks accessible handrails. Provide handrails that are between 1¼ inches and 1½ inches in diameter such that the inside handrail is continuous and both handrails have a continuous gripping surface along both sides of the ramp extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface; the handrails do not rotate within their fittings; and both handrails are mounted between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface and 1½ inches from the wall, with ends rounded or returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post. Standards ¤ 4.8.5.

p. ÒHilltopÓ Toilet Room Parking

i. The designated parking space provided does not have an accessible surface or access aisle. On the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance, provide one van accessible space designated as reserved for people with disabilities. Ensure that van accessible spaces are a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by access aisles at least 96 inches wide. At all spaces designated as reserved for persons with disabilities, provide vertical signs with the International Symbol of Accessibility located such that they cannot be obstructed by parked vehicles. At van accessible spaces, provide an additional ÒVan-AccessibleÓ sign located below the International Symbol of Accessibility. Ensure that all spaces and access aisles for persons with disabilities are flat and level, with slopes and cross-slopes not exceeding 2% in all directions, and that their surfaces are firm, stable, and slip-resistant. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(5), 4.6, 4.30.7(1).

ii. There is no accessible route leading from the parking area to the toilet rooms. Provide at least one accessible route within the boundary of the site connecting these elements that, to the maximum extent feasible, coincides with the route for the general public. The accessible route must have a minimum clear width of 36 inches, or a minimum clear width of 42 inches if there is a turn around an obstruction less than 48 inches wide; have passing spaces at least 60 inches by 60 inches at least every 200 feet; have a minimum clear headroom of 80 inches; have a surface that is firm, stable, and slip resistant; have, in the absence of a curb ramp, ramp, elevator, or platform lift, no level changes in excess of ½ inch vertically; have no level changes in excess of ¼ inch unless they are beveled with a slope no greater than 50%; and have a running slope of less than 5% (or have been constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a cross slope of less than 2%. Standards ¤¤ 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.

q. WomenÕs ÒHilltopÓ Toilet Room - Until these items are addressed, the County will provide directional signage to the womenÕs toilet room at bathhouse #1:

i. The lavatory is inaccessible because the hot water and drain pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Standards ¤ 4.19.4.

ii. The toilet is inaccessible because the flush control is on the closed side. Provide a flush control mounted on the ÒopenÓ side of the toiletÕs clear floor space; 44 inches or less above the finished floor; and requiring a maximum of 5 pounds of force to operate; or provide an automatic flush device. Standards ¤¤ 4.16.5, 4.17.2, 4.27.4.

iii. The toilet is inaccessible because its centerline is 20 inches from the side wall. Provide a toilet with its centerline 18 inches from the near side wall. Standards ¤ 4.17.3, Fig. 30.

iv. There are no grab bars provided at the designated accessible toilet. Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall, and a side grab bar that is at least 40 inches in overall length, with the far end mounted at least 54 inches from the rear wall and the closer end 12 inches or less from the rear wall. Ensure that the grab bars are mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between 1¼ and 1½ inches; with 1½ inches between the grab bar and the wall; and at least 1½ inches between the grab bar and any object beside or below it and at least 18 inches between the grab bar and any object above it. Standards ¤¤ 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Figs. 30, 39.

r. MenÕs ÒHilltopÓ Toilet Room - Until these items are addressed, the County will provide directional signage to the menÕs toilet room at bathhouse #1:

ii. There are no grab bars provided at the designated accessible toilet. Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length, with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall, and a side grab bar that is at least 40 inches in overall length, with the far end mounted at least 54 inches from the rear wall and the closer end 12 inches or less from the rear wall. Ensure that the grab bars are mounted 33 to 36 inches above the finished floor; with a diameter between 1¼ and 1½ inches; with 1½ inches between the grab bar and the wall; and at least 1½ inches between the grab bar and any object beside or below it and at least 18 inches between the grab bar and any object above it. Standards ¤¤ 4.17.6, 4.26.2, Figs. 30, 39.

s. ÒHilltopÓ Toilet Room Drinking Fountain

i. Although an accessible drinking fountain is provided, there is no drinking fountain provided for people who have difficulty bending or stooping. Provide a drinking fountain that is accessible to people who have difficulty bending or stooping. This can be accommodated by the use of a Òhi-loÓ fountain; by providing one fountain accessible to those who use wheelchairs and one fountain at a standard height convenient for those who have difficulty bending; by providing a fountain accessible to people who use wheelchairs and a cup dispenser, or by such other means as would achieve the required accessibility for each group of people. Standards ¤ 4.1.3(10)(a).

ii. The drinking fountain protrudes into the walkway and would not be detectable to a blind person using a cane. Provide a circulation path at this location such that no objects with their bottom leading edges measuring between 27 inches and 80 inches above the finished floor protrude more than 4 inches into walks, halls, corridors, passageways, or aisles. Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhang 12 inches maximum from 27 inches to 80 inches above the ground or finished floor. Providing a cane-detectable barrier is an acceptable solution. Standards ¤ 4.4.

8. Within 60 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the County will complete the following modifications to Blythe Community Center:

a. Entrance

i. The route to the entrance is inaccessible because it is not stable, firm, and slip-resistant. Provide at least one accessible route to the entrance that, to the maximum extent feasible, coincides with the route for the general public. The accessible route must have a minimum clear width of 36 inches, or a minimum clear width of 42 inches if there is a turn around an obstruction less than 48 inches wide; have passing spaces at least 60 inches by 60 inches at least every 200 feet; have a minimum clear headroom of 80 inches; have a surface that is firm, stable, and slip resistant; have, in the absence of a curb ramp, ramp, elevator, or platform lift, no level changes in excess of ½ inch vertically; have no level changes in excess of ¼ inch unless they are beveled with a slope no greater than 50%; and have a running slope of less than 5% (or have been constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a cross slope of less than 2%. Standards ¤¤ 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.

ii. The entrance into the building is inaccessible because there is an eight inch change in level at the threshold to the door. Provide an accessible door with a threshold that is no greater than ¼ inch, or is no greater than ½ inch and is beveled with a slope no greater than 1:2. Standards ¤¤ 4.13.8, 4.5.2.

b. Toilet Rooms. Both single-user toilet rooms contain a number of inaccessible elements and are not accessible to people with disabilities. Provide accessible toilet rooms such that all of the roomsÕ elements, including signage, door, door hardware, clear floor space, water closet, urinal (if provided), grab bars, lavatory, mirror, controls, and dispensers, comply with the Standards. Within 60 months of the date of this Agreement, the County will complete the following modifications to this facility. Until these items are addressed, the County will provide an accessible portable toilet, on an accessible route, as a temporary measure. Standards ¤¤ 4.13, 4.16, 4.18, 4.19, 4.26, 4.27, 4.30, Figs. 28, 29.

9. Within 60 months of the effective date of this Agreement, if, during the life of this Agreement, the County decides to remodel the Department of Motor Vehicles Safety

and use it as a public facility, it will make the following modifications prior to the re-opening:

a. Parking. The van accessible parking reserved for persons with disabilities lacks the appropriate signage. At van accessible spaces, provide a ÒVan-AccessibleÓ sign located below the International Symbol of Accessibility such that the sign cannot be obstructed by vehicles parked in the space. Standards ¤¤ 4.6.4, 4.30.7(1).

b. Counters

i. The main counter is inaccessible because the top of the counter is 42 inches above the finished floor. Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means. Standards ¤¤ 7.2(2), 4.3.

ii. The counter with the vision screening device is inaccessible because the top is 46 inches above the finished floor. Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means. Standards ¤¤ 7.2(2), 4.3.

c. Single-User Toilet Room

i. The toilet room sign is mounted on the door and does not have Braille and raised characters. Provide a toilet room sign with raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6.

ii. No accessible mirror has been provided. Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor. Standards ¤ 4.19.6.

iii. The lavatory is inaccessible because the top of the counter is 36 inches above the finished floor. Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31. Standards ¤ 4.19.2, Fig. 31.

iv. The lavatory is inaccessible because the hot water and drain pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Standards ¤ 4.19.4.

vi. The rear grab bar at the toilet is inaccessible because it is less than 36 inches long. Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall. Standards ¤ 4.16.4, Fig. 29.

10. Within 60 months of the effective date of this Agreement, if, during the life of this Agreement, the County decides to remodel the Georgia State Patrol Building

and use it as a public facility, it will make the following modifications prior to the re-opening:

a. Parking. The rear designated accessible parking space is not located on the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance. Provide fully accessible parking that is located on the shortest accessible route to an accessible pedestrian entrance to the facility. Standards ¤ 4.6.2.

b. Front entrance. The building is inaccessible because the front entrance is not accessible and there is no sign directing people to the rear accessible entrance. Provide accessible directional signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at inaccessible entrances directing users to the accessible entrance, and provide accessible signage with the International Symbol of Accessibility at all permanent accessible entrances. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(8)(d), 4.13, 4.30.

c. Drinking Fountain

i. Although a designated accessible drinking fountain is provided, there is no drinking fountain provided for people who have difficulty bending or stooping. Provide a drinking fountain that is accessible to people who have difficulty bending or stooping. This can be accommodated by the use of a Òhi-loÓ fountain; by providing one fountain accessible to those who use wheelchairs and one fountain at a standard height convenient for those who have difficulty bending; by providing a fountain accessible to people who use wheelchairs and a cup dispenser, or by such other means as would achieve the required accessibility for each group of people. Standards ¤ 4.1.3(10)(a).

ii. The drinking fountain is inaccessible because it does not have sufficient clear floor space. Provide a drinking fountain with clear knee space between the bottom of the apron and the finished floor or ground of at least 27 inches high, 30 inches wide, and 17 to 19 inches deep; and a minimum clear floor space of 30 inches by 48 inches to allow a person in a wheelchair to approach the unit facing forward. Standards ¤ 4.15.5(1), Figs. 27(a), (b).

d. Counter. The service counter is inaccessible because the top of the counter is 40 inches above the finished floor. Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means. Standards ¤¤ 7.2(2), 4.3.

11. Within 60 months of the effective date of this Agreement, the County will complete the following modifications to Altamaha Regional Park:

a. Parking Next to Tackle Store. The parking reserved for persons with disabilities is inaccessible because the surface is not stable, firm, or slip resistant; it lacks van accessible signage; and the parking space and access aisle are not adequately designated. On the shortest accessible route to the accessible entrance, provide a minimum of 1 van accessible space designated as reserved for people with disabilities. Ensure that van accessible spaces are a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by access aisles at least 96 inches wide. At all spaces designated as reserved for persons with disabilities, provide vertical signs with the International Symbol of Accessibility located such that they cannot be obstructed by parked vehicles. At van accessible spaces, provide an additional "Van-Accessible" sign located below the International Symbol of Accessibility. Ensure that all spaces and access aisles for persons with disabilities are flat and level, with slopes and cross-slopes not exceeding 2% in all directions, and that their surfaces are firm, stable, and slip-resistant. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(5), 4.6, 4.30.7(1).

b. Entrance Ramp to Tackle Store. The ramp is inaccessible because accessible handrails are not provided. Provide handrails that are between 1¼ inches and 1½ inches in diameter such that the inside handrail is continuous and both handrails have a continuous gripping surface along both sides of the ramp extending at least 12 inches beyond the top and bottom of the ramp parallel with the ground surface; the handrails do not rotate within their fittings; and both handrails are mounted between 34 inches and 38 inches above the ramp surface and 1½ inches from the wall, with ends rounded or returned smoothly to the floor, wall, or post. Ensure that the ramp and approaches are designed so that water will not accumulate on walking surfaces. Standards ¤¤ 4.3.8, 4.8.

c. Exterior Accessible Route. The route from the parking lot to the playground equipment, toilet rooms, and picnic tables is inaccessible because the surface is not stable, firm or slip resistant. Provide at least one accessible route within the boundary of the site connecting these elements that, to the maximum extent feasible, coincides with the route for the general public. The accessible route must have a minimum clear width of 36 inches, or a minimum clear width of 42 inches if there is a turn around an obstruction less than 48 inches wide; have passing spaces at least 60 inches by 60 inches at least every 200 feet; have a minimum clear headroom of 80 inches; have a surface that is firm, stable, and slip resistant; have, in the absence of a curb ramp, ramp, elevator, or platform lift, no level changes in excess of ½ inch vertically; and have a running slope of less than 5% (or have been constructed as a fully accessible ramp) and a cross slope of less than 2%. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(1), 4.3, 4.5, Fig. 7.

d. MenÕs and WomenÕs Toilet Rooms. Both toilet rooms contain a number of inaccessible elements and are not accessible to people with disabilities. Provide accessible toilet rooms such that all of the roomsÕ elements, including signage, door, door hardware, clear floor space, water closet, stall size and arrangement, stall door, urinal (if provided), grab bars, lavatory, mirror, controls, and dispensers, comply with the Standards. Within 60 months of the date of this Agreement, the County will complete the following modifications to this facility. Until these items are addressed, the County will provide an accessible portable toilet, on an accessible route, as a temporary measure. Standards ¤¤ 4.13, 4.16, 4.17, 4.18, 4.19, 4.26, 4.27, 4.30, Fig. 30.

e. Showers. The showers in both the menÕs and womenÕs public shower rooms contain a number of inaccessible elements and are not accessible to people with disabilities. Provide a shower in each room that is exactly 36 inches wide and 36 inches deep with a 48 inch long and 36 inch wide clear floor space alongside the shower opening, and an L-shaped shower seat mounted on the wall opposite the controls and extending the full depth of the stall; OR a shower that is at least 30 inches deep and 60 inches wide with no curb or threshold and with a 36 inch deep and 60 inch wide clear floor space at the shower opening. Ensure that the shower has grab bars, controls, a shower spray unit, and a seat, curb, and enclosure, if provided, that comply fully with the Standards and with Figs. 35, 36, and 37, as applicable. Standards ¤ 4.21, Figs. 35, 36, 37.

f. Parking Near Fishing Pier (new construction). The parking reserved for persons with disabilities is inaccessible because the access aisle is less than 96 inches wide. Provide one designated van accessible parking space that is a minimum of 96 inches wide and served by an access aisle at least 96 inches wide. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(5)(b), 4.6.3, Fig.9.

12. Within 60 months of the effective date of this agreement, the County will make the following modifications to the Detention Center:

a. Parking. One of the designated parking spaces reserved for persons with disabilities lacks appropriate signage. At all spaces designated as reserved for persons with disabilities, provide vertical signs with the International Symbol of Accessibility located such that they cannot be obstructed by parked vehicles. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(5), 4.6.4, 4.30.7(1).

b. WomenÕs Toilet Room - Single User

i. The toilet room sign is not mounted on the latch side of the door. Provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

ii. The lavatory is inaccessible because the hot water pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.4.

iii. No accessible mirror has been provided. Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.6.

iv. The toilet is inaccessible because its clear floor space is obstructed. Provide clear floor space at the toilet that complies with Fig. 28. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.16.2, Fig. 28.

v. The toilet is inaccessible because the top of the toilet seat is 16 inches above the finished floor. Provide a toilet with a seat that is 17 to 19 inches above the finished floor. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.16.3, Fig. 29(b).

vi. The side grab bar is inaccessible because its overall length is 30 inches. Provide a side grab bar that is at least 42 inches in overall length, with the far end mounted at least 54 inches from the rear wall and the closer end 12 inches or less from the rear wall. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.16.4, Fig. 29(b).

vii. The rear grab bar is inaccessible because its overall length is 25 inches and its closer end is mounted 8 inches from the side wall. Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.16.4, Fig. 29.

c. MenÕs Toilet Room - Single User

ii. The lavatory is inaccessible because its hot water pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.4.

iii. No accessible mirror has been provided. Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.6.

iv. The toilet is inaccessible because the clear floor space is obstructed. Provide clear floor space at the toilet that complies with Fig. 28. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.16.2, Fig. 28.

vi. The rear grab bar is inaccessible because its overall length is 25 inches. Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.16.4, Fig. 29

d. MenÕs Toilet Room - Single User adjacent to SheriffÕs Office

ii. No accessible mirror has been provided. Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.6.

iii. The lavatory is inaccessible because its hot water pipes are not insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Provide hot water and drain pipes that are insulated or otherwise configured to protect against contact. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.4.

iv. The lavatory is inaccessible because the bottom edge of the lavatory apron is 27 ½ inches above the finished floor. Provide a lavatory with the top of its rim or counter 34 inches or less above the finished floor; the bottom edge of the apron at least 29 inches above the finished floor; and knee and toe clearances that comply with Fig. 31. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.2, Fig. 31.

v. The toilet is inaccessible because the toilet seat is 16 inches above the finished floor. Provide a toilet with a seat that is 17 to 19 inches above the finished floor. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.16.3, 4.17.2, Fig. 30(d).

vii. The rear grab bar is inaccessible because its overall length is 24 inches. Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.16.4, Fig. 29.

e. WomenÕs Toilet Room - Single User adjacent to SheriffÕs Office

i. The toilet room lacks an accessible sign. Provide a toilet room sign with the International Symbol of Accessibility and raised and Braille characters mounted on the wall adjacent to the latch side of the door with the centerline of the sign 60 inches above the finished floor and situated such that a person can approach within 3 inches of the sign without encountering an obstruction or standing within a door swing. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.2(7)(d), 4.30.1, 4.30.4, 4.30.5, 4.30.6, 4.30.7.

ii. No accessible mirror has been provided. Provide a mirror with the bottom edge of its reflecting surface no more than 40 inches above the finished floor. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.6, 4.19.6.

vi. The rear grab bar is inaccessible because its overall length is 24 inches. Provide a rear grab bar that is at least 36 inches in overall length with the closer end no more than 6 inches from the side wall. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.16.4, Fig. 29.

vii. The side grab bar is inaccessible because its overall length is 30 inches. Provide a side grab bar that is at least 42 inches in overall length, with the far end mounted at least 54 inches from the rear wall and the closer end 12 inches or less from the rear wall. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(11), 4.22.4, 4.16.4, Figs. 29(b).

f. Counters

i. The front counter at the SheriffÕs Office is inaccessible because the top is 41 inches above the finished floor. Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.1(2), 7.2(2), 4.1.3(1), 4.3.

ii. The front counter at the Detention Center is inaccessible because the top is 41 inches above the finished floor. Provide a counter on an accessible route such that a portion of the counter is at least 36 inches wide and no more than 36 inches above the finished floor, or provide an auxiliary counter with a maximum height of 36 inches in close proximity to the main counter, or provide equivalent facilitation. Equivalent facilitation may be provided in the form of a folding shelf attached to the main counter, an auxiliary table nearby, a clip board made available to the public, or other means. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.1(2), 7.2(2), 4.1.3(1), 4.3.

g. Cell

i. The designated accessible cell has an opening that is 30 inches wide. Provide a door with a clear opening of 32 inches with the door open 90 degrees, measured between the face of the door and the opposite stop. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(7)(b), 4.13.5, Fig. 24.

ii. The lavatory/toilet combo-unit in the designated accessible cell is inaccessible. Provide a cell such that all of the cellÕs elements, including clear floor space, water closet, grab bars, lavatory, mirror, bench, bed, controls, and dispensers, comply with the Standards. Standards ¤¤ 4.1.3(7), 4.1.3(11), 4.13, 4.16, 4.19, 4.26, 4.27, 9.2.2, Figs. 28, 29.

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