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The Department of Justice published the Final Regulations and adopted the New ADA Standards published in the Federal Register on September 15, 2010. In general, the regulations will take effect on March 15, 2011. Compliance with the 2010 Standards for Accessible Design is permitted immediately, but not required until March 15, 2012.

AGENCIES


U. S. Department of Justice - ADA Homepage
U. S. Architectural Transportation Barriers and Compliance Board (Access Board)
U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
U. S. Department of Transportation Accessibility - Equal Access to Transportation
United Nations Accessibility
ADA National Networks
American Institute of Architects (AIA)
International Code Council (ICC)
American Association of Healthcare Engineers
Adaptive Environments
Center for Universal Design
Florida Department of Community Affairs - Building Codes and Standards
Division of the State Architect (DSA)
DBTAC: Southeast ADA Center - ADA Headliner Newsletter


News & Publications


  • ADA News
  • Board Releases New Draft of ICT Rule for Public Comment
    The U.S. Access Board has released for public comment a second Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) that includes a revised draft of updated accessibility requirements for information and communication technology (ICT) covered by Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act and Section 255 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996. This latest version includes changes made in response to public feedback received on an earlier draft issued last year.


ADA Promotion


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Cases




The Top ADA Apps For iPhones or iPads:

Great news for NAAC members! Did you know that there are ADA related Apps for you iPhone or iPad? Well now you can have 2010 ADA/ABA accessibility guidelines, disability rights laws, ADA diagrams etc. on your mobile device to help you walk through buildings and understand what the accessibility requirements may be. We recommend them for ADA Consultants, but they are also perfect for Architects, Engineers, Realtors, Facility Managers, Disabled persons, Lawyers, Building Inspectors, Building Managers, and more.

 

To discover the new Apps just select one from the drop down menu below:

 

ADA Apps   


 

Facts


The large and growing market of people with disabilities has $175 billion in discretionary spending, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. $175 billion is almost two times the spending power of teens and more than 17 times the spending power of children between 8-12 years old, two demographics sought after by businesses.

An Open Doors Organization study estimated in 2003 that diners with disabilities would spend $35 billion in restaurants that year. The study found that more than 75% of people with disabilities eat out at restaurants at least once a week.

According to the Government Accounting Office, Hotels and Motels who made accessibility improvements experienced a 12% increase in business.

Centers for Disease Control & Prevention

Statistics for Disabilities

Disabilities or Limitations

(Data are for the U.S.)

All noninstitutionalized persons

  • Number of persons with limitation(s) in usual activities due to chronic conditions: 36.0 million
  • Percent of persons with limitation(s) in usual activities due to chronic conditions: 12%
Source: Summary Health Statistics for the U.S. Population: National Health Interview Survey, 2007, Table 3, Appendix III, Table VI

Noninstitutionalized adults

  • Number of adults with hearing trouble: 37.2 million
  • Percent of adults with hearing trouble: 17%
  • Number of adults with vision trouble: 21.2 million
  • Percent of adults with vision trouble: 9.6%
  • Number of adults unable (or very difficult) to walk a quarter mile: 15.7 million
  • Percent of adults unable (or very difficult) to walk a quarter mile: 7.1%
  • Number of adults with any physical functioning difficulty: 32.3 million
  • Percent of adults with any physical functioning difficulty: 15%
Source: Summary Health Statistics for U.S. Adults, National Health Interview Survey, 2006, Tables 11, 12, 18 and 19

Noninstitutionalized older adults

  • Percent of adults 65-74 years who need help with personal care from other persons: 3.3%
  • Percent of adults 75 years and over who need help with personal care from other persons: 11%
Source: Summary Health Statistics for the U.S. Population: National Health Interview Survey, 2007, Appendix III, Table VII

Noninstitutionalized children

  • Number of children 3-17 years of age who have ever been told of having a learning disability: 4.6 million
  • Percent of children 3-17 years of age who have ever been told of having a learning disability: 7.5%
Source: Summary Health Statistics for U.S. Children, National Health Interview Survey, 2007, Appendix III, Table VI

Additional Links

Census Bureau Releases New Data on the Population of People with Disabilities

Newly released estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau indicate that the population of people with disabilities is increasing. A total of 54.4 million Americans (19% of the population) is estimated as having some level of disability based on the Bureau’s 2005 Survey of Income and Program Participation which is used to develop national-level estimates. Of this total, 35 million were classified as having a severe disability. These latest figures represent an increase from the results of a previous survey of 2002 data (51.2 million or 18%). The study, “Americans with Disabilities: 2005,” also found that among people 15 and older, 10.2 million use canes, crutches, or walkers, and 3.3 million use wheeled mobility aids. An estimated 7.8 million are reported to have difficulty hearing a normal conversation, including 1 million without any hearing. Another 7.8 million are estimated to have difficulty seeing ordinary newspaper print, including 1.8 million without any vision. Other findings from the survey indicate that over 16 million people have a cognitive, mental, or emotional disability and that over 5.4 million children under age 15 have some type of disability. For more information on the study, visit the Bureau’s website at www.census.gov/Press-Release/www/releases/archives/income_wealth/013041.html.

ABA DISABILITY DIVERSITY STATISTICS


Classifieds

  • U.S. Access Board Seeks IT Specialist (GS 5/7)
    # of Vacancies: 1
    The U.S. Access Board seeks to hire an entry level IT specialist (GS 5/7). The vacancy for this position is posted on the USAJobs.gov website. Applications are due July 29. For further information, contact Tanya Johnston at johnston@access-board.gov, (202) 272-0004 (voice), or (202) 272-0059 (TTY).


    Added by: Alejandro Orozco
  • DRA C0-Director of Litigation Postings
    # of Vacancies: 1

    SEEKING EXPERIENCED ATTORNEY TO FILL POSITION AS CO-DIRECTOR OF LITIGATION AT NON-PROFIT LEGAL CENTER IN BERKELEY, CA
    Disability Rights Advocates (DRA), a national non-profit disability rights legal center specializing in precedent-setting and socially significant civil litigation, is seeking an experienced attorney to join its senior management as Co-Director of Litigation. Qualified candidates should have at least ten (10) years experience in complex civil litigation, and be prepared to oversee all aspects of a wide range of cases, including case development, litigation, settlement, media, and appellate level work. The Co-Director of Litigation will independently supervise teams of attorneys and paralegals. The position is based in our Berkeley, Calif. Headquarters office.
    DRA is dedicated to treating everyone with dignity and respect. We believe that teamwork, life quality, open intellectual discourse, and good human relationships foster the highest level of professionalism and job satisfaction. We are a 14 lawyer organization: small enough to have a congenial and supportive environment; big enough to take on the toughest cases.
    In the past 18 years, our organization has successfully litigated more class-action disability rights cases resulting in systemic change than any other legal center in America. DRA handles a wide range of issues such as access to transportation, education, employment, public accommodations and services, recreation, insurance and health care. We represent populations with many different types of disabilities. We take on cases that involve major commercial entities and public agencies whose policies and practices impact millions of people across the country.
    Recently, we have won national cases affirming the rights of veterans to mental health services, the obligation of major cities, such as Los Angeles, to meet the need of people with disabilities in disaster planning and we are actively engaged in litigation to assure that New York City’s new taxi fleet will be accessible to people with mobility disabilities. These are just a few of the ground-breaking cases we are handling. Please check our website – www.dralegal.org – for more information regarding our wide-ranging caseload and practice areas.
    DRA is an exciting and fulfilling place to work, with exceptional attorneys and support staff, a diverse and committed Board of Directors, and an excellent management team. DRA is a place where your legal skills will help to transform the world.

    Requirements

    • Commitment to a long-term leadership role in a public interest civil rights organization

    • Proven record of leadership within an organization or firm practicing complex civil litigation including class action cases

    • Ability to independently supervise all aspects of complex litigation

    • Knowledge of substantive and procedural aspects of complex civil litigation

    • Experience with case development, discovery (documents and depositions), law and motion practice, trial preparation and trial work, settlement, media and appellate advocacy

    • Ability to manage co-counsel relationships

    • Excellent academic credentials and analytical and writing skills

    • Strong organizational skills, self-motivation, and creativity

    • California Bar admission

    • Willingness to travel for case work and to work in New York City offices from time to time

    • Desire to change the world

    Preference will be given to individuals with a demonstrated commitment to public interest. Experience with disability issues helpful but not essential. DRA is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. Salary DOE plus excellent benefits.
    Please send resume along with 3 references (with contact information) and cover letter to:
    Ben Foss, Executive Director Disability Rights Advocates 2001 Center Street, Fourth Floor Berkeley, CA 94704-1204
    Tel: (510) 665-8644
    Fax: (510) 665-8511
    bfoss@dralegal.org

    Disability Rights Advocates
    Disability Rights Advocates is a non-profit legal center which, for nearly twenty years, has specialized in high-impact class action litigation on behalf of people with all types of disabilities. DRA litigates nationally and has offices in New York City and Berkeley, California.


    Added by: Antonella Piana
  • ADA COMPLIANCE ADMINISTRATOR
    # of Vacancies: 1
    Job Title: ADA COMPLIANCE ADMINISTRATOR
    Closing Date: 02-SEP-2011
    Salary Grade: H1M
    Salary Range: $70,931 - $88,659 - $106,386
    External/Internal: EXTERNAL

    Basic Function

    Performs complex oversight and administration of Metro's programs, services, and activities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regulations providing accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities for easy access and use of Metro's transportation system and facilities





    Steve Jaffe

    Metro

    Executive Office, Human Services

    213-922-6284

    https://jobs.metro.net/JobInformation.aspx?bno=001230-001

    Added by: Alejandro Orozco
  • Oracle Self Service Developer
    # of Vacancies: 1
    Hello,
    If interested in the requirement below, please send a word format resume.
    Oracle Self Service Developer
    Edina, MN
    Nov 28, 2011
    6-12 month contract
    $90/hr (all inclusive, no additional expenses)

    I need a Sr Oracle Self Service developer for my direct client. This person should have strong experience in Workflow and AME.

    Nicole Piscopo Patriot Consulting Inc.
    Enterprise Applications, Database, Portal, SOA/Fusion Middleware, Data
    Warehouse, and Business Intelligence Consulting and Staffing Services

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