Item 4C
Approve Professional Services Agreement for the ADA Transition Plan – Phase II
Item 4C
Good morning.
Thank you for giving me a few minutes to speak with you this morning.
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Authorize expenditures with Accessology Too, LLC. in an amount not to exceed $53,950.
Requested action
The requested action for this item is to approve an professional services agreement with Accessology Too, LLC in an amount not to exceed 53,950 dollars
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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) (1990)
DOJ Implementing Regulations (28 CFR 35)
Title II – Government Services:
Must ensure that individuals with disabilities are not excluded
from programs, services, and activities (pedestrian facilities are an example of a program).
Legal Requirements
Architectural Barriers Act (ABA – originated 1968)
Basic Requirement – Must ensure that individuals with disabilities are not excluded from programs, services, and activities (pedestrian
facilities are an example of a program)
Existing Facilities
Maintaining Accessibility:
State & local governments must maintain the accessible features of facilities in operable working
conditions
Maintenance examples: sidewalks that are in disrepair; overgrown landscaping, snow accumulation; broken elevator; work zone accessibility (if construction activity affects
pedestrian facilities – provide alternate route if more than temp. disruption)
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Phase 2: Signals and Sidewalks
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Stakeholders
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City of Southlake Strategy Map
Critical Business Outcomes
CBO1 - Continue to implement Southlake 2030 Plan by focusing on short-term initiatives.
CBO2 - Become an employer of choice by developing a plan to recruit,
develop and retain employees committed to excellence.
CBO3 - Develop long-term strategies to address future financial uncertainties and challenges.
CBO4 - Improve mobility by proactively
completing traffic analysis of key areas.
CBO5 -Optimize resources through collaboration and partnerships to reduce costs and add service value.
The City of Southlake provides municipal services that support the highest quality of life for our residents, businesses, and visitors. We do this by being an exemplary model of balancing
efficiency, fiscal responsibility, transparency, and sustainability.
Deliver on Our Focus Areas
Performance
Management &
Service Delivery
C1 Achieve the highest standards of safety & security
C2 Provide travel convenience within City & region
C3 Provide attractive & unique spaces for enjoyment of personal interests
C4 Attract & keep top-tier businesses to drive a dynamic & sustainable economic environment
C5 Promote opportunities for partnerships & volunteer involvement
Serve our Customers
Manage the Business
B1 Achieve best-in-class status in all City disciplines
B2 Collaborate with select partners to implement service solutions
B3 Enhance resident quality of life & business vitality through tourism
B4 Provide high quality services through sustainable business practices
B5 Enhance service delivery through continual process improvement
B6 Optimize use of technology
Provide Financial Stewardship
Promote Learning and Growth
F1 Adhere to financial management principles & budget
F2 Invest to provide & maintain high quality public assets
F3 Achieve fiscal wellness standards
F4 Establish & maintain effective internal controls
L1 Ensure our people understand the strategy & how they contribute to it
L2 Enhance leadership capabilities to deliver results
L3 Attract, develop & retain a skilled workforce
L4 Recognize & reward high performers
L5 Empower informed decision-making at all levels in the organization
C6 Enhance the sense of
community by providing excellent customer service and citizen engagement opportunities
L6 Foster positive employee engagement
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Questions?
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