Site Accessibility Evaluation

Americans with Disabilities Act
Title II (Public Services: State and Local Government)
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Cheyenne Meadows Park
3868 Glenmeadow Dr
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Accessibility Evaluation
Inspection Date: 08/06/2021
Inspectors: Robert Hernandez
Prepared By
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City of Colorado Springs
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https://coloradosprings.gov/
Report Date: 02/18/2025

FOR RECORD:

FROM: Robert L. Hernandez, Title II ADA/Section 504 – Manager

DATE: 02/18/2025

SUBJECT: Cheyenne Meadows Park Self-Evaluation

1. On 08/06/2021, Title II ADA / Section 504 Coordinator(s) from the Office of Accessibility performed a Title II - Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Self-Evaluation. This evaluation was performed in accordance with 1991/2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design.

2. Priorities for removing barriers are assigned in accordance with the ADA Checklist for Existing Facilities, promulgated by the ADA National Network. The checklist follows the four priorities listed in the Department of Justice ADA Title III regulations. These priorities are equally applicable to state and local government facilities:

Priority 1 - Accessible approach and entrance
Priority 2 - Access to goods and services
Priority 3 - Access to public toilet rooms
Priority 4 - Access to other items such as water fountains and public telephones

3. Corrective actions to findings were / will be submitted to the City maintenance work request system and will be managed in accordance with the City Transition Plan. Note: Recommended corrections may be modified where appropriate. Corrections are developed in consideration of the “Program Access” provisions of Title II, where applicable.

4. A copy of this report will be maintained by the Office of Accessibility. Updates to the findings included in this report will be available at the following link: https://access6.bluedag.com/access/barriers/GfhHF91nlvMItTaD4rVzj85XBKNZxywJ. Alternatively, this link is available from the Office of Accessibility’s webpage on the City of Colorado Springs website.


City of Colorado Springs Title II ADA/Section 504 – Manager
30 S. Nevada Ave, Suite 301
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
ADACompliance@coloradosprings.gov


Atch 1. City of Colorado Springs, ADA Self-Evaluation Report

Sincerely,


Robert Hernandez

Findings

Accessible Routes

BFID: 188981

The park utilizes on-street parking, and there are no curb ramps from the street parking to the park sidewalks.
Citation:
2015 IBC Section 1104.1
At least one accessible route within the site shall be provided from public transportation stops, accessible parking, accessible passenger loading zones, and public streets or sidewalks to the accessible building entrance served.

2010 ADAS Section 206.2.1
At least one accessible route shall be provided within the site from accessible parking spaces and accessible passenger loading zones; public streets and sidewalks; and public transportation stops to the accessible building or facility entrance they serve.

Recommendation:
Install a curb ramp on Glenmeadow Dr. and Suncrest Way.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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On-street parking and no accessible route into the park
On-street parking and no accessible route into the park
On-street parking and no accessible route into the park
On-street parking and no accessible route into the park

BFID: 188982

The broken panels have cross slopes up to 10% due to the fracturing, and up to 1" vertical displacement.

The surface of the pedestrian access route has vertical discontinuities greater than 1/2 inch or between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch that are not beveled.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.7.2
Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 13 mm (0.5 in) maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 6.4 mm (0.25 in) and 13 mm (0.5 in) shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.Advisory R302.7.2 Vertical Surface Discontinuities. The allowance for vertical surface discontinuities is for occasional expansion joints and objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings that cannot be located in another portion of the sidewalk outside the pedestrian access route. However, objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings should not be located on curb ramp runs, blended transitions, turning spaces, or gutter areas within the pedestrian access route. This may not always be possible in alterations, but should be avoided wherever possible. Vertical surface discontinuities between unit pavers should be minimized.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace the two panels.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
Sidewalk with excessive cross slope and fracturing
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BFID: 191552

The accessible path of travel has cross slopes greater than 2%.

Surface cross slopes shall not exceed one unit vertical in 48 units horizontal (2-percent slope). When the slope in the direction of travel of any walk exceeds 1 unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope), it must be constructed as a ramp.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 403.3
The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20. The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace entire sidewalk to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 188983

There are gaps up to 1" deep and 2" wide.

The surface of the pedestrian access route has vertical discontinuities greater than 1/2 inch or between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch that are not beveled.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.7.2
Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 13 mm (0.5 in) maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 6.4 mm (0.25 in) and 13 mm (0.5 in) shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.Advisory R302.7.2 Vertical Surface Discontinuities. The allowance for vertical surface discontinuities is for occasional expansion joints and objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings that cannot be located in another portion of the sidewalk outside the pedestrian access route. However, objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings should not be located on curb ramp runs, blended transitions, turning spaces, or gutter areas within the pedestrian access route. This may not always be possible in alterations, but should be avoided wherever possible. Vertical surface discontinuities between unit pavers should be minimized.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace the panels.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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Fractured sidewalk with vertical displacement and gaps

BFID: 188984

The surface of the pedestrian access route has openings greater than 1/2 inch.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.7.3
Horizontal openings in gratings and joints shall not permit passage of a sphere more than 13 mm (0.5 in) in diameter. Elongated openings in gratings shall be placed so that the long dimension is perpendicular to the dominant direction of travel.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace the panel.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
Gaps in the sidewalk
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BFID: 188986

There are gaps up to 1/2" wide by 2" deep.

The surface of the pedestrian access route has vertical discontinuities greater than 1/2 inch or between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch that are not beveled.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.7.2
Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 13 mm (0.5 in) maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 6.4 mm (0.25 in) and 13 mm (0.5 in) shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.Advisory R302.7.2 Vertical Surface Discontinuities. The allowance for vertical surface discontinuities is for occasional expansion joints and objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings that cannot be located in another portion of the sidewalk outside the pedestrian access route. However, objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings should not be located on curb ramp runs, blended transitions, turning spaces, or gutter areas within the pedestrian access route. This may not always be possible in alterations, but should be avoided wherever possible. Vertical surface discontinuities between unit pavers should be minimized.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace the panels.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
Vertical displacement in the sidewalk
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BFID: 188985

The surface of the pedestrian access route has vertical discontinuities greater than 1/2 inch or between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch that are not beveled.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.7.2
Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 13 mm (0.5 in) maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 6.4 mm (0.25 in) and 13 mm (0.5 in) shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.Advisory R302.7.2 Vertical Surface Discontinuities. The allowance for vertical surface discontinuities is for occasional expansion joints and objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings that cannot be located in another portion of the sidewalk outside the pedestrian access route. However, objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings should not be located on curb ramp runs, blended transitions, turning spaces, or gutter areas within the pedestrian access route. This may not always be possible in alterations, but should be avoided wherever possible. Vertical surface discontinuities between unit pavers should be minimized.

Recommendation:
Bevel the lift to at or under 1/2" bevel unless first replaced.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
Vertical displacement in the sidewalk
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BFID: 191553

The T-shaped or circular turning space has excessive slopes.

Surface slopes greater than 1:48 (2.08%) are not permitted.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 304.2
Floor or ground surfaces of a turning space shall comply with 302. Changes in level are not permitted.

2010 ADAS Section 304.2 Exception
Slopes not steeper than 1:48 shall be permitted.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace pad at turn to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 188987

The surface of the pedestrian access route has vertical discontinuities greater than 1/2 inch or between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch that are not beveled.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.7.2
Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 13 mm (0.5 in) maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 6.4 mm (0.25 in) and 13 mm (0.5 in) shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.Advisory R302.7.2 Vertical Surface Discontinuities. The allowance for vertical surface discontinuities is for occasional expansion joints and objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings that cannot be located in another portion of the sidewalk outside the pedestrian access route. However, objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings should not be located on curb ramp runs, blended transitions, turning spaces, or gutter areas within the pedestrian access route. This may not always be possible in alterations, but should be avoided wherever possible. Vertical surface discontinuities between unit pavers should be minimized.

Recommendation:
Grind to less than 1/2".
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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Vertical displacement in the sidewalk

BFID: 191554

The accessible route on the site has running slopes greater than 5 percent and has not been constructed as a ramp (i.e. handrails, edge protection, etc.).

When the slope in the direction of travel of any walk exceeds 1 unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope), it must be constructed as a ramp. Surface cross slopes must not exceed one unit vertical in 48 units horizontal (2-percent slope).
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 403.3
The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20. The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace pads to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 188994

The accessible route contains running slopes greater than 5 percent and cross slopes greater than 2 percent across the width of the walk and has not been constructed as a ramp (i.e. handrails, wheel guides, etc.).
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 403.3
The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20. The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace to provide maximum 2% in all directions.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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Sidewalk with excessive slopes

BFID: 191557

The accessible route has running slopes greater than 5% and has not been constructed as a ramp (i.e. handrails,edge protection, etc.). Cross slopes are greater than 2% across the width of the walk.

When the slope in the direction of travel of any walk exceeds 1 unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope), it must be constructed as a ramp. Surface cross slopes must not exceed 1 unit vertical in 48 units horizontal (2-percent slope).
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 403.3
The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20. The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48.

Recommendation:
Remove and re-route path to achieve compliant running and cross slopes.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 194616

The walkway contains abrupt vertical edges and/or variations over a 1/2 inch.

1/4 inch is the maximum vertical rise. Changes in level between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch must be beveled at 1:2 or less.

Changes in level greater than 1/2 inch must be by way of a ramp.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 303.3
Changes in level between 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high minimum and 1/2 inch (13 mm) high maximum shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 1:2.

2010 ADAS Section 303.2
Changes in level of 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high maximum shall be permitted to be vertical.

Recommendation:
Bevel to at or under 1/2" unless first replaced due to running or cross issues.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 188996

The accessible route contains running slopes greater than 5 percent and cross slopes greater than 2 percent across the width of the walk and has not been constructed as a ramp (i.e. handrails, wheel guides, etc.).
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 403.3
The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20. The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace the panel.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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Sidewalk with fracturing and vertical displacement

BFID: 191556

The accessible path of travel has cross slopes greater than 2%.

Surface cross slopes shall not exceed one unit vertical in 48 units horizontal (2-percent slope). When the slope in the direction of travel of any walk exceeds 1 unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope), it must be constructed as a ramp.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 403.3
The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20. The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace to compliance.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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Finding 191556 Additional Photo

BFID: 189000

There is up to 3.5" vertical displacement. The cross slopes exceed 2%. The running/cross slope at the turning point is up to 4.6%.

The surface of the pedestrian access route has vertical discontinuities greater than 1/2 inch or between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch that are not beveled.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.7.2
Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 13 mm (0.5 in) maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 6.4 mm (0.25 in) and 13 mm (0.5 in) shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.Advisory R302.7.2 Vertical Surface Discontinuities. The allowance for vertical surface discontinuities is for occasional expansion joints and objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings that cannot be located in another portion of the sidewalk outside the pedestrian access route. However, objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings should not be located on curb ramp runs, blended transitions, turning spaces, or gutter areas within the pedestrian access route. This may not always be possible in alterations, but should be avoided wherever possible. Vertical surface discontinuities between unit pavers should be minimized.

Recommendation:
Replace the three panels around the storm inlet.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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Excessive slopes and vertical displacement at the storm inlet
Excessive slopes and vertical displacement at the storm inlet
Excessive slopes and vertical displacement at the storm inlet

BFID: 191558

The accessible route has running slopes greater than 5% and has not been constructed as a ramp (i.e. handrails,edge protection, etc.). Cross slopes are greater than 2% across the width of the walk.

When the slope in the direction of travel of any walk exceeds 1 unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope), it must be constructed as a ramp. Surface cross slopes must not exceed 1 unit vertical in 48 units horizontal (2-percent slope).
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 403.3
The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20. The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48.

Recommendation:
Replace pads to acheive proper cross slope. Determine if feasible to obtain the right running slope and make right to the maximum extent feasible.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 189001

The surface of the pedestrian access route has vertical discontinuities greater than 1/2 inch or between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch that are not beveled.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.7.2
Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 13 mm (0.5 in) maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 6.4 mm (0.25 in) and 13 mm (0.5 in) shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.Advisory R302.7.2 Vertical Surface Discontinuities. The allowance for vertical surface discontinuities is for occasional expansion joints and objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings that cannot be located in another portion of the sidewalk outside the pedestrian access route. However, objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings should not be located on curb ramp runs, blended transitions, turning spaces, or gutter areas within the pedestrian access route. This may not always be possible in alterations, but should be avoided wherever possible. Vertical surface discontinuities between unit pavers should be minimized.

Recommendation:
Grind to at or under 1/2" bevel if not first replaced due to high slopes.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
Vertical displacement in the sidewalk
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Vertical displacement in the sidewalk

BFID: 191555

The accessible path of travel has cross slopes greater than 2%.

Surface cross slopes shall not exceed one unit vertical in 48 units horizontal (2-percent slope). When the slope in the direction of travel of any walk exceeds 1 unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope), it must be constructed as a ramp.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 403.3
The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20. The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48.

Recommendation:
Because so much of the path is out of compliance, it is recommended for a full tear-out and replacement.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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Finding 191555 Additional Photo
Finding 191555 Additional Photo
Finding 191555 Additional Photo

BFID: 189004

The surface of the pedestrian access route has vertical discontinuities greater than 1/2 inch or between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch that are not beveled.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.7.2
Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 13 mm (0.5 in) maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 6.4 mm (0.25 in) and 13 mm (0.5 in) shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.Advisory R302.7.2 Vertical Surface Discontinuities. The allowance for vertical surface discontinuities is for occasional expansion joints and objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings that cannot be located in another portion of the sidewalk outside the pedestrian access route. However, objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings should not be located on curb ramp runs, blended transitions, turning spaces, or gutter areas within the pedestrian access route. This may not always be possible in alterations, but should be avoided wherever possible. Vertical surface discontinuities between unit pavers should be minimized.

Recommendation:
Grind any edge that is greater than 1/4" streightedge to under 1/2" bevel if not first replaced due to cross slope issues.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 189008

The surface of the pedestrian access route is not firm, stable and slip resistant.

The surfaces of pedestrian access routes and elements and spaces along the pedestrian access route that are required to be accessible that connect to pedestrian access routes shall be firm, stable, and slip resistant.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.7
The surfaces of pedestrian access routes and elements and spaces required to comply with R302.7 that connect to pedestrian access routes shall be firm, stable, and slip resistant and shall comply with R302.7.

Recommendation:
Do nothing at this time except to create a firm, stable and slip resitant route from the park up until we reach breeze trail grade.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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Finding 189008 Additional Photo

BFID: 194617

The accessible route has running slopes greater than 5% and has not been constructed as a ramp (i.e. handrails,edge protection, etc.). Cross slopes are greater than 2% across the width of the walk.

When the slope in the direction of travel of any walk exceeds 1 unit vertical in 20 units horizontal (5-percent slope), it must be constructed as a ramp. Surface cross slopes must not exceed 1 unit vertical in 48 units horizontal (2-percent slope).
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 403.3
The running slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:20. The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48.

Recommendation:
Create a route at or under 5% or create a ramp with ramp provisions. We must make ramp until it reaches the very top of the route.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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Pavilion - Picnic - Benches - Dog Park - Dog Bag Waste Dispenser

BFID: 194619

Pavilion - The T-shaped or circular turning space has excessive slopes.

Surface slopes greater than 1:48 (2.08%) are not permitted.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 304.2
Floor or ground surfaces of a turning space shall comply with 302. Changes in level are not permitted.

2010 ADAS Section 304.2 Exception
Slopes not steeper than 1:48 shall be permitted.

Recommendation:
Replace to at or under 2%.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 188988

Pavilion - There is a 1" gap along the length of the pavilion, about 50' long and a 1.25" vertical displacement.

There is vertical displacement in several areas.

There is a hole from a previous post, about 3" diameter and 2" deep.

The surface of the pedestrian access route has vertical discontinuities greater than 1/2 inch or between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch that are not beveled.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.7.2
Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 13 mm (0.5 in) maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 6.4 mm (0.25 in) and 13 mm (0.5 in) shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.Advisory R302.7.2 Vertical Surface Discontinuities. The allowance for vertical surface discontinuities is for occasional expansion joints and objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings that cannot be located in another portion of the sidewalk outside the pedestrian access route. However, objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings should not be located on curb ramp runs, blended transitions, turning spaces, or gutter areas within the pedestrian access route. This may not always be possible in alterations, but should be avoided wherever possible. Vertical surface discontinuities between unit pavers should be minimized.

Recommendation:
Grind the vertical displacement to less than 1/2". Clean out and fill the gap and the hole.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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Vertical displacement at the pavilion
Vertical displacement at the pavilion
Old recessed post base
Vertical displacement at the pavilion
Gap in the sidewalk

BFID: 194620

Picnic Table - The T-shaped or circular turning space has excessive slopes.

Surface slopes greater than 1:48 (2.08%) are not permitted.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 304.2
Floor or ground surfaces of a turning space shall comply with 302. Changes in level are not permitted.

2010 ADAS Section 304.2 Exception
Slopes not steeper than 1:48 shall be permitted.

Recommendation:
Replace to at or under 2%.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 189002

Bag Dispenser - positioned too high for either a side or front approach. It is mounted at 57" to the opening.

Where a clear floor or ground space allows a parallel approach to an element and the side reach is unobstructed, the high side reach shall be 48 inches maximum and the low side reach shall be 15 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground.

Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches minimum above the finish floor or ground.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 308.1
Reach ranges shall comply with 308.

Recommendation:
Lower to 48" maximum to the opening.
Barrier Priority:
Low (4): Should be completed as soon as possible due to being a technical violation, but may not result in providing greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that are technically violations but provide a moderate to low increase in accessibility compared to the financial impact on the entity)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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Inaccessible pet waste bag dispenser

BFID: 189005

Bench - The panels at the bench are also severely fractured.

The surface of the pedestrian access route has vertical discontinuities greater than 1/2 inch or between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch that are not beveled.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.7.2
Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 13 mm (0.5 in) maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 6.4 mm (0.25 in) and 13 mm (0.5 in) shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.Advisory R302.7.2 Vertical Surface Discontinuities. The allowance for vertical surface discontinuities is for occasional expansion joints and objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings that cannot be located in another portion of the sidewalk outside the pedestrian access route. However, objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings should not be located on curb ramp runs, blended transitions, turning spaces, or gutter areas within the pedestrian access route. This may not always be possible in alterations, but should be avoided wherever possible. Vertical surface discontinuities between unit pavers should be minimized.

Recommendation:
Grind to at or under 1/2" or remove and replace the panels at the bench.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
Fractured sidewalk near the bench
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BFID: 189007

Bench - The surface of the pedestrian access route has vertical discontinuities greater than 1/2 inch or between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch that are not beveled.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.7.2
Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 13 mm (0.5 in) maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 6.4 mm (0.25 in) and 13 mm (0.5 in) shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.Advisory R302.7.2 Vertical Surface Discontinuities. The allowance for vertical surface discontinuities is for occasional expansion joints and objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings that cannot be located in another portion of the sidewalk outside the pedestrian access route. However, objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings should not be located on curb ramp runs, blended transitions, turning spaces, or gutter areas within the pedestrian access route. This may not always be possible in alterations, but should be avoided wherever possible. Vertical surface discontinuities between unit pavers should be minimized.

Recommendation:
Grind to out and under 1/2" and fill gap or remove and replace the panels at the bench.
Barrier Priority:
Moderate (3): Should be completed as soon as possible, but there may be other items that will provide greater access to persons with disabilities. (Includes findings that have a high financial impact on the entity in relationship to the degree of access provided)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
Vertical displacement and gap in the sidewalk
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BFID: 189009

Dog Park - The surface of the parking lot is gravel and dirt. There are no dedicated or marked accessible parking spaces.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 302.1
Floor and ground surfaces shall be stable, firm, and slip resistant and shall comply with 302.

2010 ADAS Section 502.4
Parking spaces and access aisles serving them shall comply with 302. Access aisles shall be at the same level as the parking spaces they serve. Changes in level are not permitted.

Recommendation:
Install an accessible parking space and access aisle, and an accessible route to the chain link gate into the dog run for each side.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
Gravel and dirt parking lot

BFID: 189010

Dog Park - The walkway contains abrupt vertical edges and/or variations over a 1/4 inch.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 303.3
Changes in level between 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high minimum and 1/2 inch (13 mm) high maximum shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 1:2.

2010 ADAS Section 303.2
Changes in level of 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high maximum shall be permitted to be vertical.

Recommendation:
Install a ramp/beveled entrance to the landing at the gate.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
Step up to the dog park entrance
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Step up to the dog park entrance

BFID: 194618

Dog Park - The accessible route contains loose gravel and/or surface materials that do not provide for a stable, firm slip resistant surface.

Floor and ground surfaces shall be stable, firm, and slip resistant.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 302.1
Floor and ground surfaces shall be stable, firm, and slip resistant and shall comply with 302.

Recommendation:
Pave a 10x10' or greater area in each dog park and relocate or add equal elements within reach range on each side.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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Play Areas - Playground - Basketball - Baseball - Horseshoe

BFID: 188989

Play area - there is not an entry ramp.
Citation:
2015 IBC Section 1104.2
At least one accessible route shall connect accessible buildings, accessible facilities, accessible elements and accessible spaces that are on the same site.

2010 ADAS Section 206.2.2
At least one accessible route shall connect accessible buildings, accessible facilities, accessible elements, and accessible spaces that are on the same site.

Recommendation:
Install a ramp.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
No entry ramp into the play area
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No entry ramp into the play area

BFID: 188990

Play area - The surface of the pedestrian access route has vertical discontinuities greater than 1/2 inch or between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch that are not beveled.
Citation:
2011 PROWAG Section R302.7.2
Vertical surface discontinuities shall be 13 mm (0.5 in) maximum. Vertical surface discontinuities between 6.4 mm (0.25 in) and 13 mm (0.5 in) shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 50 percent. The bevel shall be applied across the entire vertical surface discontinuity.Advisory R302.7.2 Vertical Surface Discontinuities. The allowance for vertical surface discontinuities is for occasional expansion joints and objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings that cannot be located in another portion of the sidewalk outside the pedestrian access route. However, objects such as utility covers, vault frames, and gratings should not be located on curb ramp runs, blended transitions, turning spaces, or gutter areas within the pedestrian access route. This may not always be possible in alterations, but should be avoided wherever possible. Vertical surface discontinuities between unit pavers should be minimized.

Recommendation:
Remove and replace to provide a flush surface.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
Vertical displacement in the sidewalk
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Vertical displacement in the sidewalk

BFID: 194621

Play Area - The walkway contains abrupt vertical edges and/or variations over 1/4 inch.

1/4 inch is the maximum vertical rise. Changes in level between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch must be beveled at 1:2 or less.

Changes in level greater than 1/2 inch must be by way of a ramp.
Citation:
2010 ADAS Section 303.3
Changes in level between 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high minimum and 1/2 inch (13 mm) high maximum shall be beveled with a slope not steeper than 1:2.

2010 ADAS Section 303.2
Changes in level of 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) high maximum shall be permitted to be vertical.

Recommendation:
Bevel any edge or fill any gap.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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BFID: 188991

Basketball Court - The city has an obligation to make its programs and services accessible as a whole. The basketball court is about 15' from existing sidewalk.
Citation:
2015 IBC Section 1104.2
At least one accessible route shall connect accessible buildings, accessible facilities, accessible elements and accessible spaces that are on the same site.

2010 ADAS Section 206.2.2
At least one accessible route shall connect accessible buildings, accessible facilities, accessible elements, and accessible spaces that are on the same site.

Recommendation:
Add accessible route to the basketball court.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
Inaccessible basketball court
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BFID: 188992

Horseshoe Pit - The city has an obligation to make its programs and services accessible as a whole. The horseshoe pit closest to the sidewalk is about 35' from the sidewalk.
Citation:
2015 IBC Section 1104.2
At least one accessible route shall connect accessible buildings, accessible facilities, accessible elements and accessible spaces that are on the same site.

2010 ADAS Section 206.2.2
At least one accessible route shall connect accessible buildings, accessible facilities, accessible elements, and accessible spaces that are on the same site.

Recommendation:
Evaluate horseshoe pits across city parks and determine which to make accessible.
Barrier Priority:
High (1): Should be completed immediately. (Includes findings that have little or no cost, were in violation of the codes at the time of construction, or pose an imminent safety threat)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
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Inaccessible horseshoe pit

BFID: 188993

Baseball Field - The city has an obligation to provide access to programs and services. The baseball field is approximately 25' from existing sidewalk. However, this field does not appear to have heavy usage as compared to other fields.
Citation:
2015 IBC Section 1104.2
At least one accessible route shall connect accessible buildings, accessible facilities, accessible elements and accessible spaces that are on the same site.

2010 ADAS Section 206.2.2
At least one accessible route shall connect accessible buildings, accessible facilities, accessible elements, and accessible spaces that are on the same site.

Recommendation:
Evaluate baseball fields across city parks and determine which to make accessible.
Barrier Priority:
Important (2): Should be completed as soon as possible. (Includes findings that would remove barriers to the greatest number of people to your goods and services)
Department:
Parks & Recreation
Inaccessible baseball field
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