Facility Access
All City special events shall be accessible to persons who use wheelchair or have other mobility impairments as required by the ADA and codified by the U.S. Department of Justice.
Accessible Route: Wheelchair accessible route(s) shall connect the wheelchair accessible entrance, seating spaces, restrooms,drinking fountains, and other accessible amenities. Signs shall be provided directing persons to wheelchair accessible features if not all features of the facility are accessible, including entrances, wheelchair seating spaces, restrooms, and drinking fountains. A wheelchair accessible stage shall be provided for any event where individuals who use wheelchairs or other power driven mobility devices, or who are otherwise unable to climb stairs, will perform, speak, etc.
Clear Path of Travel: The accessible route(s) must be kept clear of equipment and patrons. Event organizers must ensure that these routes are monitored during events to prevent obstructions. Appropriate signage shall be posted at each wheelchair access ramp to identify it as a wheelchair ramp and to indicate that standing on the ramp is prohibited.
Parking: If the facility provides off-street parking for the public, then disabled parking spaces shall be provided.
Entry: The facility shall have at least one wheelchair accessible entrance. An uninterrupted path of travel shall be provided for wheelchair users from disabled parking spaces and (nearest) public transport to the accessible entrance(s).
Restrooms: Wheelchair accessible restrooms shall be provided when permanent or temporary restroom facilities are provided to the public.
Drinking Fountains: If drinking fountains are provided, then accessible drinking fountains shall be provided.
Wheelchair Seating: In facilities with fixed seating, seating space for wheelchair users shall be provided in accordance with applicable standards. At least one companion fixed seat shall be provided next to each required wheelchair space. Companion seats shall be located to provide shoulder alignment with adjacent wheelchair spaces. In facilities with movable seating, wheelchair seating spaces shall be defined and reserved in a comparable way to facilities with fixed seating. At least one companion seat shall be provided next to each wheelchair space. Companion seats shall be located to provide shoulder alignment with adjacent wheelchair spaces.
Designated Aisle Seats: In facilities with fixed seating, aisle seats shall offer folding or retractable armrests in accordance with ADA requirements. Designated aisle seats shall be those located closest to accessible routes. These seats shall be identified by a sign marker designating their use for individuals with disabilities.
Other Accessible Amenities: (Reserved)
Accessible Route: Wheelchair accessible route(s) shall connect the wheelchair accessible entrance, seating spaces, restrooms,drinking fountains, and other accessible amenities. Signs shall be provided directing persons to wheelchair accessible features if not all features of the facility are accessible, including entrances, wheelchair seating spaces, restrooms, and drinking fountains. A wheelchair accessible stage shall be provided for any event where individuals who use wheelchairs or other power driven mobility devices, or who are otherwise unable to climb stairs, will perform, speak, etc.
Clear Path of Travel: The accessible route(s) must be kept clear of equipment and patrons. Event organizers must ensure that these routes are monitored during events to prevent obstructions. Appropriate signage shall be posted at each wheelchair access ramp to identify it as a wheelchair ramp and to indicate that standing on the ramp is prohibited.
Parking: If the facility provides off-street parking for the public, then disabled parking spaces shall be provided.
Entry: The facility shall have at least one wheelchair accessible entrance. An uninterrupted path of travel shall be provided for wheelchair users from disabled parking spaces and (nearest) public transport to the accessible entrance(s).
Restrooms: Wheelchair accessible restrooms shall be provided when permanent or temporary restroom facilities are provided to the public.
Drinking Fountains: If drinking fountains are provided, then accessible drinking fountains shall be provided.
Wheelchair Seating: In facilities with fixed seating, seating space for wheelchair users shall be provided in accordance with applicable standards. At least one companion fixed seat shall be provided next to each required wheelchair space. Companion seats shall be located to provide shoulder alignment with adjacent wheelchair spaces. In facilities with movable seating, wheelchair seating spaces shall be defined and reserved in a comparable way to facilities with fixed seating. At least one companion seat shall be provided next to each wheelchair space. Companion seats shall be located to provide shoulder alignment with adjacent wheelchair spaces.
Designated Aisle Seats: In facilities with fixed seating, aisle seats shall offer folding or retractable armrests in accordance with ADA requirements. Designated aisle seats shall be those located closest to accessible routes. These seats shall be identified by a sign marker designating their use for individuals with disabilities.
Other Accessible Amenities: (Reserved)