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Mason County
Public Works
Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA)
Transition Plan for
Public Right-of-Way
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Adopted: June ___, 2025 by Resolution No. 2025-_____
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Contents
Title VI Public Notice ..................................................................................................... 3
Introduction ................................................................................................................. 3
ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Requirements and Process ........................... 4
Public Outreach ........................................................................................................ 5
Policy Statement .......................................................................................................... 5
Official Responsible for Implementation ....................................................................... 6
Accessibility Methods and Standards ............................................................................ 7
Providing Notice about the ADA Requirements .............................................................. 7
Administrative Policies and Procedures......................................................................... 8
Program Accessibility and Policy Review Summary .................................................... 8
Emergency Evacuation Procedures ............................................................................ 8
Notice Requirements ................................................................................................ 9
Printed Information ................................................................................................... 9
Training and Staffing .................................................................................................. 9
Program Participation ............................................................................................. 10
Public Meetings ...................................................................................................... 10
Contracting, Licensing, or Other Arrangements ........................................................ 11
Special Events and Private Events on Public Properties ............................................ 11
Approach for Barrier Removal .................................................................................. 11
Barrier Prioritization ................................................................................................ 12
Transportation Facilities .......................................................................................... 13
Barrier Assessment ................................................................................................. 13
Barrier Inventory Map .............................................................................................. 13
Barrier Prioritization ................................................................................................ 13
Transportation System Schedule ............................................................................. 13
Appendix 1: Self Evaluation ................................................................................. ..........14
Appendix 2: Americans With Disabilities Act Policy ...................................................... 15
Appendix 3: Bullying, Discrimination and Harassment Policy ....................................... 18
Appendix 4: Public Notice ........................................................................................... 22
Appendix 5: Designating ADA Compliance Coordinator & Grievance Procedure ............ 23
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Title VI Public Notice
ENGLISH Title VI Notice to Public: It is Mason County’s policy to assure full compliance with Title
VI that no person shall, on the of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, The Civil Rights
Restoration Act of 1987, and related statues and regulations in all programs and activities.
Title VI and related laws requires that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, sex, or
national origin be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise
subjected to discrimination under any Federal Aid Highway program or other activity for which
Mason County receives Federal financial assistance. Any person who believes they have been
aggrieved by an unlawful discriminatory practice under Title VI has a right to file a formal
complaint with Mason County. Any such complaint must be in writing and filed with the Mason
County Title VI Coordinator within one hundred eighty (180) days following the date of the alleged
discriminatory occurrence. The Title VI Complaint Procedures and Form may be obtained from
the Title VI Coordinator at no cost to the complainant by calling (360) 427-9670 and is available
on the County website www.masoncountywa.gov. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Information: This material can be made available in an alternate format by calling (360)427-9670.
ESPAÑOL Notificación de Titulo VI al Público: Es política del condado de Mason garantizar el
pleno cumplimiento del Título VI de que ninguna persona deberá, según la Ley de Derechos
Civiles de 1964, según enmendada, la Ley de Restauración de Derechos Civiles de 1987 y los
estatutos y reglamentos relacionados en todos los programas y actividades.
El Título VI y las leyes relacionadas exigen que ninguna persona, por motivos de raza, color, sexo
u origen nacional, sea excluida de la participación, se le nieguen los beneficios o sea sometida a
discriminación en virtud de cualquier programa de Carreteras de Ayuda Federal o otra actividad
para la cual el condado de Mason recibe asistencia financiera federal. Cualquier persona que
crea que ha sido agraviada por una práctica discriminatoria ilegal según el Título VI tiene
derecho a presentar una queja formal ante el condado de Mason. Cualquier queja de este tipo
debe realizarse por escrito y presentarse ante el Coordinador del Título VI del condado de Mason
dentro de los ciento ochenta (180) días siguientes a la fecha del presunto suceso
discriminatorio. Los procedimientos y el formulario de quejas del Título VI se pueden obtener del
Coordinador del Título VI sin costo para el demandante llamando al (360) 427-9670 y están
disponibles en el sitio web del condado www.masoncountywa.gov. americanos con Información
sobre la Ley de Discapacidades (ADA): este material puede estar disponible en un formato
alternativo a través de llamando al (360)427-9670.
Introduction
The American with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law in 1990, and it has been an
essential component in ensuring that individuals with disabilities have equal access to public
facilities, programs, and services. The purpose of the ADA is to prohibit discrimination against
individuals with disabilities and to ensure that they have access to the same opportunities and
benefits as individuals without disabilities. The ADA covers a wide range of areas, including
employment, transportation, telecommunications, and public accommodations.
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Mason County recognizes the importance of providing accessible facilities, programs, and
services to all individuals, including those with disabilities. As a local government entity, Mason
County has a responsibility to comply with the
ADA and provide access to all its services and programs. and as such they may not be fully
accessible to individuals with disabilities. This is where the ADA Transition Plan comes in. To
achieve this end, the County is developing an ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Self-
Evaluation and Transition Plan for the Public Right-of-Way, in compliance with federal and state
law.
The purpose of this ADA Transition Plan for Mason County is to identify and prioritize the removal
of barriers that prevent individuals with disabilities from accessing county facilities, programs,
and services, and to develop strategies to make those spaces more inviting. This plan will help
Mason County identify areas that need improvement, prioritize those improvements, and
develop a timeline for implementation. By implementing this plan, Mason County can ensure
that individuals with disabilities have equal access to all that the county has to offer.
The County is undertaking this Plan in phases. The initial scope of the County’s ADA Transition
Plan includes inventory of sidewalks, pedestrian signals, and curb ramps that are part of Mason
County’s transportation network. As a rural park facility, County programs, services and
activities will be evaluated and added in future Phases of the County’s ADA Transition Plan.
ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Requirements and Process
The ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan is intended to provide a framework for the
continuous improvement of County programs and facilities for people with disabilities. The Plan
is intended to be a living document that is regularly updated as programs and services change,
as barriers are removed, and new facilities come under ownership or control of the County.
The ADA Self-Evaluation identifies and makes recommendations to correct policies and
practices in the County’s programs and services that are inconsistent with regulations and result
in limited access for people with disabilities. As part of the Self -Evaluation, the County:
•Evaluates services, policies, and practices.
•Identifies modifications needed to services, policies, and practices; and
•Involves people with disabilities in the self-evaluation process.
Programs, activities, and services offered by the County to the public must be accessible for
people with and without disabilities. Accessibility applies to all aspects of programs or services
provided by the County, including:
•Accessible/adaptive equipment.•Public meetings.
•Contracting, licensing, or other
arrangements.
•Customer service.
•Emergency evacuation procedures.
•Special events and private events on
public properties.
•Telephones and communication devices.
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•Facilities.
•Notice requirements.
•Printed information.
•Program participation.
•Televised and audiovisual information.
•Tours and trips.
•Training and staffing.
•Transportation services.
The Transition Plan is a document that outlines a strategy for the County to progress toward
compliance with the ADA. The Transition Plan identifies physical barriers for persons with
disabilities and a schedule to remove those barriers over time and must:
•List barriers.
•Identify feasible solutions to each barrier.
•Establish a timeline for removing barriers.
•Identify the person responsible for ADA compliance; and
•Involve people with disabilities in the preparation of the Plan.
Public Outreach
Mason County is committed to ensuring that all individuals, including those with disabilities,
have equal access to County programs, services, and facilities. As part of this commitment,
Mason County is conducting this ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan and will continue to
update this plan on a regular basis to keep it current.
We invite individuals with disabilities and organizations that represent them to participate in the
self- evaluation process by providing comments on this plan. Their input is essential to help us
identify barriers, prioritize projects, and develop a plan to make the County more accessible.
Public meetings will be scheduled to gather feedback from people with disabilities, those that
help or services to others with disabilities, senior citizens, and those with experience and
knowledge of ADA planning and requirements. Participants had an opportunity to share their
opinions and experiences related to County facilities, programs, and services, and their input
was incorporated into the final document.
Policy Statement
Mason County is fully committed to adhering to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and
other relevant laws that safeguard the rights of individuals with disabilities. The County
prioritizes ensuring equal access to its facilities, programs, and servi ces for all individuals, and
fostering a culture of inclusion and accessibility across its operations.
Mason County aims to provide individuals with disabilities with the same opportunities as those
without disabilities to participate in and benefit from County programs and services. This
commitment extends to all County employees, elected officials, contractors, and members of
the public. The County will make reasonable modifications to its policies, practices, and
procedures to ensure access to County programs and services for individuals with disabilities,
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unless such modifications fundamentally alter the nature of the program or service or cause an
undue burden to the County.
This ADA Transition Plan is a living document that will be regularly updated to identify and
address new barriers to accessibility in County facilities, programs, and services. Mason County
is committed to reviewing and revising the plan regularly to ensure it remains effective and up to
date. The County will actively seek input from individuals with disabilities and community
organizations on an ongoing basis, including through surveys on the Public Works website,
public meetings for major plan updates, and other channels such as maintenance requests, to
continuously refine and improve the plan.
This ADA transition plan is a living document. The County plans to continue to maintain this ADA
Transition Plan regularly to identify newly identified or removed barriers to accessibility in County
facilities, programs, and services, and outline a plan to remove those barriers. The County will
regularly review and update the ADA Transition Plan to ensure that it remains current and
effective. The County will seek input from individuals with disabilities and community
organization on an ongoing basis and at critical milestones in the transition plan to help refine
the plan via a survey on the Public Works website, public meetings for major plan updates on a
regular cycle, and by incorporating comments received through other channels, such as
maintenance requests.
Official Responsible for Implementation
The Mason County Risk Manager has been designated as Mason County’s ADA coordinator,
serving as the official responsible for implementing the ADA Transition Plan, coordinating efforts
to comply with the ADA, and serving as a point of contact for individuals with disabilities who
have questions or concerns about accessibility issues.
The ADA coordinator is responsible for overseeing the county’s compliance with the ADA,
including the development and implementation of the Transition Plan. The ADA coordinator will
continue to work closely with staff and individuals with disabilities to e nsure that the Transition
Plan is implemented effectively. For questions related to these concerns or about the content of
this report, please contact ADA Coordinator/Risk Manager Nichole Wilston at: (360) 427-9670,
Ext. 643; Email: nwilston@masoncountywa.gov
The ADA coordinator’s responsibilities include organizing and communicating the County’s ADA
efforts, including through website updates and facilitating public meetings. The ADA coordinator
was responsible for overseeing the self-evaluation process, primarily conducted by the
Department of Public Works, ensuring that it is comprehensive and inclusive. The ADA
coordinator worked with an internal team comprised of county staff to update and implement
recommended steps. The ADA coordinator ensured that the team uses the ADA standards for
accessible design as a guide to identify physical barriers and reviews policies, practices, and
procedures that may create barriers to accessibility. The ADA coordinator works with County
leadership to allocate resources for implementing the Transition Plan. This may include securing
funding, staffing, and equipment. The ADA coordinator also ensures that county staff and
contractors are trained on their responsibilities for providing accessible programs, services, and
activities. The coordinator will monitor progress in implementing the Transition Plan and ensure
that barriers are being removed according to the prioritized schedule. The ADA coordinator will
work with the team to address any issues that arise during implementation . The coordinator will
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also review and update the Transition Plan on an ongoing basis, in consultation with Public
Works and facilities staff as well as individuals with disabilities as needed to ensure that it
remains current and effective. Overall, the ADA coordinator will be the county’s point person for
ensuring that all people, including those with disabilities, have access to county program,
services, and activities.
Accessibility Methods and Standards
Accessibility methods are described under specific projects in subsequent sections, but to the
extent practicable, the primary standard referred to identify specific methods to remove or
modify identified barriers will be the 2011 Public Rights-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines
(PROWAG), with the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design (ADAAG) standards adopted
where the 2011 PROWAG is silent. These standards will be used to inform other relevant County
specific standards, such as the updated Road Standards.
Providing Notice about the ADA Requirements
The Mason County continues to provide notice to the public and employees about its
commitment to comply with the ADA and its requirements. The notice has been provided in
English and Spanish and can be provided in alternative formats upon request to be easily
accessible to individuals with disabilities. The notice is provided on the County website and in
County facilities. The notice includes information about how to file a complaint about
accessibility, and how to contact the ADA coordinator.
The County also provides notice to employees about its commitment to comply with the ADA
and its requirement. The notice will be provided through employee training and communication
materials posted on bulletin boards.
The notice includes information about the county policies and the role of the ADA coordinator,
and how to report accessibility issues. The county will regularly review and update its notice
provisions to ensure that they remain current and effective. The ADA coordinator will be
responsible for ensuring that notice provisions are implemented throughout the county.
EMPLOYMENT: Mason County will not discriminate against individuals with disabilities in
employment under any local government service, program, or activity. The County will provide
reasonable accommodations to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions of their job, unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION: Mason County will take appropriate steps to ensure that
communication with applicants, participants, and members of the public with disabilities are as
effective as communications with others. We will provide auxiliary aids and services, such as
written meeting proceedings and digital plain text materials, as needed and requested, unless
doing so would result in an undue burden.
MODIFICATION TO POLICIES AND PROCEDURES: Mason County will make reasonable
modifications to policies, practices, or procedures when necessary to avoid discrimination
based on disability, unless a fundamental alteration in a local government program would result.
The County will also provide alternative methods of accessing our programs and services upon
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request when physical barriers exist, unless doing so would result in an undue burden to the
County.
Administrative Policies and Procedures
Program Accessibility and Policy Review Summary
Mason County conducted a self-evaluation of the County’s existing ADA-related administrative
policies and procedures identified in the WSDOT LAG Manual Chapter 29 Checklist. See
Appendix 1.
Official Responsible to Implement the ADA Transition Plan
The County has designated Michael Collins, P.L.S., P.E., County Engineer, as the official
responsible for the implementation of the ADA Transition Plan. As County Engineer, Michael
Collins is tasked with overseeing the full implementation of the plan, including ensuring
compliance with all ADA requirements related to the public right-of-way. He will also serve as the
primary contact for any inquiries or concerns regarding the County 's ADA Transition Plan.
For further information or questions, please contact:
Michael Collins, P.L.S, P.E., County Engineer
Mason County Public Works
100 W Public Works Drive Shelton, WA 98584
Phone: (360) 427-9670, Ext. 450
E-mail: mcollins@masoncountywa.gov
ADA Coordinator/Risk Manager
The County has designated Nicole Wilston, Risk Manager, as the County’s ADA/504 Coordinator.
Contact information is provided below.
Nicole Wilston, ADA Coordinator and Risk Manager
Mason County Human Resources
411 N 5th Street, Shelton, WA 98584
Phone: (360) 427-9670, Ext. 643
E-mail: nwilston@masoncountywa.gov
Emergency Evacuation Procedures
Life and safety protocols and procedures for emergency evacuations should include plans for
people with disabilities. The County is responsible for ensuring that staff are aware of these
procedures and are trained to implement them during an emergency. Issues that have the
greatest impact on people with disabilities during emergencies include notification, evacuation,
emergency transportation, access to medications, refrigeration, and backup power, access to
their mobility devices or service animals while in transit, and access to information. This
responsibility falls under the purview of the Mason County Emergency Management Agency.
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Notice Requirements
Under Title II regulations, Mason County is required to provide notice to the public regarding the
rights and protections provided by the ADA for access to public programs, services, and
activities. This notice should be provided on an ongoing basis, whenever necessary. It is the
responsibility of the head of the public entity to determine the most effective way of providing
notice to the public about their rights and the public entity’s responsibilities under the ADA.
Required Actions
• The county must continue to provide public notice about their commitment to providing
accessible services.
• The county must continue to publish the ADA complaint and grievance procedures to
provide fair and prompt resolution of accessibility-related complaints.
• The county must provide public notice to inform interested people about the existence
and location of accessible services, programs, activities, and facilities.
• The county must provide information about the availability of program modifications for
people with disabilities.
• The county must ensure that people claiming a violation of these requirements are not
retaliated against or discriminated against for making such a claim.
Printed Information
To comply with the ADA's communication standards, departments in Mason County must
provide information in alternative formats upon request, such as braille, large print, and
electronic formats.
Required Actions
• Provide alternative formats for printed information, upon request.
• Address requests for other alternative formats for lengthy documents on an individual
basis.
Recommended Actions
• Ensure print documents are readily available to County staff or on the County’s website
in a digital format accessible to screen readers.
Training and Staffing
To ensure that all members of the public have equal access to County services, programs, and
activities, it is important for County staff to be knowledgeable about disabilities awareness,
standards, and resources. This includes staff members who interact with the public and those
who maintain County facilities.
Required Actions
• Ensure that County staff are knowledgeable in providing accessible services,
programs, and activities for the public and that accessible facilities are
maintained in working order.
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Recommended Actions
• Provide all County staff members with all necessary and relevant ongoing awareness and
sensitivity training.
• Provide training to County staff members who have contact with the public about how to
provide modifications and use assistive devices to make their programs, activities, and
services accessible.
Program Participation
Mason County is committed to ensuring that all programs, services, and activities are accessible
to people with disabilities, unless providing access would fundamentally alter the nature of the
program, service, or activity or would create an undue financial or administrative burden. This
means that the County must make reasonable modifications to its programs and services to
ensure that individuals with disabilities can fully participate as possible.
Required Actions
• Include individuals with disabilities in regular programs to the maximum extent possible.
This means that the County should make every effort to include people with disabilities in
its regular programs and services.
• Ensure that when the County determines it necessary to exclude or limit the participation
of people with disabilities to ensure the safe operation of programs or services, those
determinations are based on real risks, not on speculation, stereotypes, or
generalizations. This means that the County should base decisions to exclude or limit the
participation of people with disabilities on real risks to safety.
• Ensure that when interviews are required for program participation, they are held in an
accessible location and that alternative formats or auxiliary aids are provided upon
request. This means that the County should ensure that interviews are conducted in
accessible locations and that people with disabilities are provided with any necessary
auxiliary aids or services to ensure effective communication during the interview process.
Recommended Actions
• Increase outreach to persons with disabilities and the organizations that serve them to
ensure program accessibility. The County should work to increase its outreach efforts to
people with disabilities and disability organizations to ensure that they are aware of the
programs and services that are available, and that they are able to provide feedback on
how to make these programs and services more accessible.
• Offer alternative formats for participation like surveys or zoom meeting attendance
where practicable.
Public Meetings
The main objective of any public meeting is to impart and solicit information on public issues of
importance to the local government. Where these meetings are held is an important
consideration in meeting the requirements of the ADA.
Required Actions
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• Ensure that public meetings are held in accessible facilities to accommodate the
participation of people with mobility disabilities. In the case of the public
meetings, these were held in accessible facilities at the County Annex and South County
Administrative Building, with Zoom and remote options additionally available and
advertised to the public.
• Provide agendas and other meeting materials in alternative formats upon request.
• Provide flexibility in the time limit on speaking for individuals with communication
difficulties.
• Provide accessible meeting spaces to facilitate the scheduling of meetings and/or the
relocation of meetings upon request.
Recommended Actions
• Provided an opportunity for attendees to submit questions in advance through online
feedback forms as well as email and phone contact information.
• When possible, provide meeting content in advance of the meeting.
Contracting, Licensing, or Other Arrangements
Public agencies often rely on contractors, licensees, consultants, and other entities to provide
services. It's important to note that these entities are required to follow the same ADA
regulations as the County.
Required Actions
• Ensure that contractors, licensees, consultants, and other entities providing services for
the County comply with the ADA regulations by including specific related language in
contract documents and solicitations.
Recommended Actions
• Educate contractors, licensees, and other entities about their responsibility to ensure
that County programs and activities are accessible.
• Monitor programs and activities to ensure ongoing accessibility.
• Provide information and a checklist to inform contractors, licensees, and other entities of
their responsibilities under the ADA to make programs and activities accessible.
• Monitor best practices from nearby jurisdictions in contract language or information
materials through the Risk Pool and Prosecutor’s Office.
Special Events and Private Events on Public Properties
All events on public property should be accessible to people with disabilities wherever possible.
When a public agency rents its properties to a third party for special events, the responsibility for
maintaining an accessible environment is temporarily deferred to the tenant.
Approach for Barrier Removal
• The County will continue to take barrier removal requests and complete upgrades that
can be completed within the operations and maintenance budget.
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• The County currently has a pavement management program that schedules roadway
rehabilitation and maintenance over a rolling schedule. The County plans to review
public right-of-way barriers during the implementation of this Plan and address those
barriers that can be resolved as part of the ongoing pavement maintenance and
rehabilitation program.
• At the time of this Plan, the County recently completed the updating of the Road
Standards, following the recommendations identified during the self-evaluation process
to ensure that accessible facilities are constructed. This effort was completed and
adopted in 2024.
• Any new capital construction projects will address barriers within the footprint of the
project.
• The County will continue to expand the GIS inventory to include useful information for
barrier removal planning, such as linking existing maximum extent feasible (MEF)
documentation to the curb ramp inventory.
• The County will consider the development of a maintenance program for sidewalks and
other ADA facilities.
• The County will explore policy options that engage property owners in the maintenance
of the sidewalks adjacent to their properties.
If the County does become aware of any barrier in the future, the prioritization criteria for
assigning the barrier removal phasing schedule will be developed using Title II regulation §
35.150(d)(2).
Barrier Prioritization
The County transportation infrastructure currently provides accessible transportation
infrastructure, so project prioritization in the future is important to continue to provide
accessibility and to maximize the impact of limited investment. If the County does become
aware of any barrier, the prioritization criteria for assigning the barrier removal phasing schedule
will be developed using Title II regulation § 35.150(d)(2). If a public entity has responsibility or
authority over streets, roads, or walkways, its transition plan shall include a schedule for
providing curb ramps or other sloped areas where pedestrian walks cross curbs, giving priority to
walkways serving entities covered by the Act, including State and local government offices and
facilities, transportation, places of public accommodation, and employers, followed by
walkways serving other areas.
The prioritization criteria include the following:
• Locations serving government offices and public facilities.
• Locations serving transportation.
• Locations serving commercial districts and employers; and
• Locations serving other areas.
In addition to the required criteria, the County has prioritized the following:
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• Location of citizen complaint/request (ADA Title II Program Access) Public comment will be
sought as part of the May 2023 public meetings and incorporated in future updates to this
plan.
Transportation Facilities
Mason County, as a rural area, has limited infrastructure related to pedestrian facilities like
sidewalks, pedestrian signals, and curb ramps. Most of these facilities are owned and
maintained by local municipalities (like the City of Shelton) or state agencies such as the
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT). Here’s a breakdown of the status of
these facilities:
Barrier Assessment
1. This sidewalk on Lakeland Drive is in Allyn, WA. The sidewalk runs from Wheelwright Street
North to SR-3 right-of way in the east-west direction and is approximately 650 feet in long.
Both ends of the sidewalk, and at the driveway curb cuts, provide current ADA transitions
and access, and no part of the sidewalk impeded access or use by anyone with or without
disabilities.
2. This sidewalk on Clifton Lane is in Belfair, WA. The sidewalk runs in the southeast –
northwest direction, is located on the south side of Clifton Lane. It begins at SR-3 right-of-
way and terminates at SR-300 right-of-way at the intersection of Clifton Lane and SR-300.
The approximate length is 1056 feet. Both ends of the sidewalk, and at the driveway curb
cuts, provide current ADA transitions and access, and no part of the sidewalk impeded
access or use by anyone with or without disabilities.
3. This sidewalk on Old Belfair Highway is in Belfair, WA. The sidewalk runs in the north-south
direction and is located on the west side of Old Belfair Highway. It begins at SR -300 right-of-
way and terminates at a northern approach to a private driveway (The Hub). This sidewalk
was constructed using current ADA requirements and standards for sidewalks. The
approximate length is 650 feet. Both ends of the sidewalk, and at the driveway curb cuts,
provide current ADA transitions and access, and no part of the sidewalk impeded access or
use by anyone with or without disabilities.
4. Pedestrian actuated cross walk at Sand Hill Playground. This crossing was designed and
installed using current ADA requirements and standards. At the time of construction,
shoulder widening was added on both sides of the crosswalk to allow for full access by
anyone with or without disabilities. There are no access barriers.
Barrier Inventory Map
There are no known barriers to County transportation facilities currently.
Barrier Prioritization
Priority will be given to walkways serving entities covered by the Act, including State and local
government offices and facilities, transportation, places of public accommodation, and
employers, followed by walkways serving other areas.
Transportation System Schedule
No schedule currently.
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Appendix 1: Self Evaluation
MASON COUNTY ADA TRANSITION PLAN
SELF-EVALUATION PERFORMED
This ADA Self-Evaluation, recently performed for the County right-of-way, attempts to identify
and make recommendations to correct policies and practices in the County’s Public Works
programs and services that are inconsistent with regulations and that wil l result in limited
access for people with disabilities. As part of the Self-Evaluation, the County has:
•Evaluated services, policies, and practices regarding barrier inventory.
•Identified future standards so that modifications won’t be needed to accommodate
ADA requirements in services, policies, and practices.
•Adopted new Road Standards incorporating ADA Standards and requirements.
Programs, activities, and services offered by the County to the public must be accessible for
people with and without disabilities. Accessibility applies to all aspects of programs or services
provided by the County, including:
•Accessible/adaptive equipment
•Contracting, licensing, or other
arrangements
•Customer service
•Emergency evacuation procedures
•Facilities
•Notice requirements
•Printed information
•Program participation
•Public meetings
•Special events and private events on
public properties
•Telephones and communication devices
•Televised and audiovisual information
•Tours and trips
•Training and staffing
•Transportation services
This Transition Plan addresses County transportation right-of-way barriers and accessibility. The
final ADA Plan and document will outline a strategy for the County Departments to progress
toward compliance with the ADA. The Transition Plan investigated physical barriers for persons
with disabilities with a plan to schedule removal of those barriers over time. There were no
barriers found in the initial investigation. It is anticipated that in the ADA Plan the following,
compiled for each County Department, will include:
•List of barriers.
•Feasible solutions to each barrier.
•Establishment of a timeline for removing barriers.
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Appendix 2: Americans With Disabilities Act Policy
Objective
This policy ensures that Mason County complies with the requirements of the Americans with
Disabilities Act of 1990 and is consistent with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Non-Discrimination and Harassment Policy
Mason County is committed to ensuring that persons with disabilities are not unlawfully
discriminated against in employment with the County and in access to its programs, services and
activities. To enforce this commitment, the County adopted Non - Discrimination and Harassment
Policy attached to this policy as Appendix 3.
This policy has been provided to all employees. Employees have also received training on these
issues.
Notices
A notice shall remain posted in all County facilities that inform applicants, participants,
beneficiaries and other interested parties of their rights and protections afforded by the ADA. This
notice states who the County’s ADA Coordinator is and how to contact them.
This notice is attached to this policy as Appendix 4.
The County also posts the required Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law poster in all its
facilities.
ADA Coordinator
The Risk Manager has been designated as the ADA Coordinator for the County. The ADA
Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the County’s efforts to comply with Titles I & II of the
ADA and investigate any complaints of ADA-related discrimination. Resolution No. 27-19
designating the ADA Coordinator is attached to this policy as Appendix 5.
The ADA Coordinator shall work with department officials to assist them in complying with the
requirements of these procedures.
Grievance Procedures
The County has adopted grievance procedures to resolve complaints of ADA violations. These
procedures are attached to this policy as Appendix 5.
Employment
Mason County
Americans With Disabilities Act Policy
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Mason County is an equal employment opportunity employer and will comply with all provisions of
the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Advertisements
All Advertisements for employment will contain the following language, “Mason County is an Equal
Opportunity Employer and Provider.”
Application
The County’s employment application has been reviewed and revised to assure that none of the
questions solicit responses that are prohibited under the ADA.
County applications shall contain the following language, “It is the policy of Mason County to
provide equal opportunity in all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment for all qualified job
applications and employees without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital
status, physical, mental, or sensory handicap or veterans status included disabled veterans and
veterans of the Vietnam Era.”
Each department official is responsible for processing applications for position openings within
their department.
Interviews
The County shall provide reasonable accommodations to enable job applicants to have an equal
opportunity during personal interviews and employment testing. These accommodations may
include: an accessible location, an interpreter or a reader or use of assistive equipment.
Reasonable accommodation requests shall be made of the department official of the department
advertising the position opening. The department official may request assistance from the ADA
Coordinator.
Other Employment Activities
The County Personnel Policy should contain the statement that, “It is understood that Mason
County intends to provide equality of opportunity, consideration and treatment for all employees in
all phases of employment.” These activities include job applications and recruitment; hiring and
discharge; compensation and benefits; job assignments; advancement; annual and sick leave; job
training; social and recreational activities; and any other terms, conditions and privileges of
employment.
Public Notices
Publications notifying the public of a public meeting should include the following language,
“Interpreters and/or visual and hearing aids are available at this public hearing upon request 10
days prior to the meeting. Contact:
. This facility is considered barrier
free and accessible.”
Brochures, publications, booklets, posters, etc.
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All County brochures, publications, booklets, posters, etc. shall contain the following policy
statement on non-discrimination: “Mason County programs and employment are available to all
without discrimination. Administration.”
Interpreters, Visual and Hearing Aids, Alternative Format Documents:
Accessibility for deaf or hearing impaired:
To connect by telephone with Mason County Government offices and departments, please utilize
the Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) by calling “7-1-1” or 1-800-833-6384. For detailed
instructions on using the TRS please use the following link:
http://www.dshs.wa.gov/altsa/odhh/telecommunication-relay-services
Contracts
The County currently includes the following statement in its contracts, “Mason County assures
that no person shall on the grounds of race, color, national origin or sex, as provided by Title VI of
the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statues, be excluded from participation in, be denied the
benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any Mason County program or
activity. For more information, please contact Mason County Public Works at (360) 427-9670, Ext.
450.
Equipment Acquisition/Adaptation
Wherever possible, department officials shall purchase office equipment that can be readily and
cost-effectively modified for people with disabilities. Since it is not feasible to project the type of
equipment that may be needed in the future to accommodate someone with a disability, it is the
County’s intention to address these needs on a case- by-case basis in a timely manner.
Requests for Accommodations
The Department Official for each department is responsible for responding to a request for
accommodation. If funding for the requested accommodation is not available in the department’s
budget, the official shall then present the request to the Board of County Commissioners.
Undue Financial and Administrative Burdens
The Board of Commissioners shall be responsible for determining when measures that need to be
taken to assure that a County program is accessible would result in a fundamental alteration of the
nature of the program or would present an undue financial and administrative burden. The Board
shall issue a written statement of the reason(s) for reaching this determination.
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Appendix 3: Bullying, Discrimination and Harassment Policy
CHAPTER 12 EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
12.1 PURPOSE
The purpose of this policy is to provide guidelines to Elected Officials, Department Heads,
employees, volunteers, and members of the public to ensure equal employment opportunities
regardless of a person's race, color, creed, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual
orientation, religion, age, veteran’s status, HIV status, genetic information, families with children,
sensory, mental or physical disability, or any other protected class under federal or state statute.
Additionally, the policy provides guidelines for identifying, reporting, and resolving claims of
discrimination or related retaliation.
12.2 POLICY
It is the policy of Mason County that no person shall be subjected to employment discrimination
based upon their race, color, creed, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation,
religion, age, veteran’s status, HIV status, genetic information, families with children, sensory,
mental or physical disability, or any other protected class under federal or state statute. No
individual shall be subjected to retaliation because they have exercised a right protected under the
law such as submitting, assisting with, participating in the resolution or investigation of, a
complaint of discrimination or harassment. Any form of retaliation is prohibited, will not be
tolerated, and is subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination of emplo yment. The
County will incorporate appropriate non-discrimination language in all its contracts and collective
bargaining agreements. The words "Equal Opportunity Employer" will be included on employment
applications and recruitment materials.
To further promote the Board of County Commissioners' commitment to non-discrimination, the
County will conduct periodic training on the Non-Discrimination & Harassment Policy and to clarify
management and employee responsibilities for effective implementa tion. This Non-Discrimination
& Harassment Policy will be distributed and reviewed in new employee orientation.
12.3 PROHIBITION OF DISCRIMINATION, HARASSMENT, AND RETALIATION
Mason County is committed to a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment,
and retaliation. Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation are strictly prohibited. Complaints of
discrimination, harassment, and retaliation are taken seriously and will be investigated and
resolved in a timely manner.
12.3.1 Definitions
MASON COUNTY
BULLYING, DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT POLICY
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Discrimination: The County prohibits discrimination against Elected Officials, employees, and
volunteers based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex, marital
status, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability (known or perceived), or an y other protected
class under federal or state statute.
Harassment: Harassment is a form of discrimination that is unwelcome verbal or physical
conduct directed toward or relating to a person on the basis of the person's race, color, creed,
religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, sex, marital status, veteran's status, sexual orientation,
or disability (known or perceived), where the conduct is sufficiently pervasive or severe as to
alter the terms and conditions of employment. Such conduct can take many forms, including
unwelcome slurs, comments, joking, touching, innuendo, gestures, display or transmission of
materials, and other similar conduct. Employees who engage in harassment will be subject to
disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
Sexual Harassment: Sexual harassment is a type of harassment that consists of unwelcome
verbal or physical conduct directed toward or relating to a person because of their gender that is
sufficiently pervasive or severe as to alter the terms or conditions of employment. Such conduct
can take many forms including unwelcome slurs, comments, joking, touching innuendo,
repeated request for dates, display or transmission of materials, gestures, compliments, and
other similar conduct. Sexual harassment also includes unwelcome conduct based on an
individual's gender where submission to the conduct or rejection of the conduct is used as a
basis for employment decisions regarding the individual. Employees who engage in sexual
harassment will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of
employment.
Retaliation Adverse employment action against employees for complaining in good faith of
discrimination, harassment or retaliation, or for assisting or participating in an investigation of
such complaints. Employees who engage in retaliation will be subject to discipl inary action, up
to and including termination.
12.4 EMPLOYMENT OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
Mason County is committed to providing equal opportunities for current and potential County
employees with disabilities. Every reasonable effort will be made to create an accessible work
environment to the extent possible without undue hardship to the Coun ty. Judgements concerning
the reasonableness of providing accommodation shall be made by the County on a case-by-case
basis. It is the County’s responsibility to determine if a proposed accommodation is effective and
reasonable. Employment practices will be administered to allow a person with a disability to
participate at the same level as a person without a disability
It is the responsibility of the person with the disability to disclose the existence of the disability if
reasonable accommodation is to be requested.
12.5 EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITIES
Each employee is responsible for supporting and adhering to this policy. It is the responsibility of all
County employees to bring instances of inappropriate behavior to the attention of management.
This includes employees who believe they are the recipient of discriminatory behavior as well as
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those who believe they have witnessed such behavior directed at another employee. Employees
should never tolerate inappropriate or harassing behavior. If possible, they should make their
feelings known to the offending employee. Whether they confront the harasser or not, employees
must promptly report any offending behavior to their Department Head, Elected Official, or to the
Human Resources Department. Employees are strongly encouraged to report concerns about
discrimination or harassment before behaviors become severe or pervasive. This will assist the
County in its efforts to stop discrimination or harassment before it rises to the level of a violation of
anti-discrimination laws.
12.6 SUPERVISOR / MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES
When a supervisor, manager, department head or elected official suspects or has reason to believe
that discriminatory behavior has occurred, they shall immediately notify the Director of Human
Resources or the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney and report the incident.
12.7 COUNTY RESPONSIBILITIES
County Management representatives will promptly and thoroughly investigate all reports of
discrimination or harassment. Complaints against either the Human Resources Department or the
Prosecuting Attorney's Office will be investigated by a non-county agency. Complaints of
discrimination and harassment will be handled with sensitivity, discretion, and confidentiality to
the extent allowed by the circumstances and the law. If the County concludes that a violation of
this policy occurred, prompt and effective remedial action will be taken. This may include
disciplinary action and/or other actions needed to remedy the effects of the discrimination and
prevent further incidents.
12.8 COMPLAINT PROCEDURE
Employees who feel that they may have been bullied, discriminated against or sexually harassed,
or are aware of actions against another person that may be in violation of this policy, shall
immediately contact either their immediate supervisor, their department official, or the Human
Resources Department. Complaints should be submitted using the Mason County Internal
Discrimination Complaint Form.
If the complaint is reported to the employee's supervisor or department official, they will notify the
Human Resources Department to perform the investigation. Any person may file a complaint under
this policy when the person believes:
1. They have been the target of discrimination or harassment (including bullying ).
2. They have personal and first-hand knowledge of behavior believed to be in
violation of this policy; or
3. They are being retaliated against for reporting behavior believed to be in
violation of this policy.
The complaint must be filed within 180 days of the alleged violation of this policy. The complaint
should include a description of the alleged violation, the date it occurred, and the name, signature,
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address and phone number of the person filing the complaint. The complaint must include
sufficient information to allow for investigation into the allegations.
In addition to filing a complaint with Mason County, an individual may file a written complaint
within one hundred and eighty (180) days of the alleged violation with the Washington State Human
Rights Commission and/or the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Employees are
encouraged to exhaust administrative remedies outlined in this policy before outside agencie s are
consulted. The use of the County's internal discrimination complaint procedure is not a
prerequisite to the pursuit of such statutory remedies.
When an employee or union files both a grievance and an internal discrimination complaint
regarding the same alleged acts or incidences, the investigation and processing of one shall be
suspended until the other is completed.
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Appendix 4: Public Notice
PUBLIC NOTICE
Mason County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Public Law 101-336 (ADA),
which prohibits discrimination based on disability. The ADA, as applied to cities, counties, and other
local governmental entities, requires that no qualified individual with a disability shall, based on a
disability, be denied the benefits of local government services, programs, or activities.
Accordingly, Mason County:
Will take appropriate steps to ensure that communications with applicants, participants, and
members of the public with disabilities are as effective as communications with others.
Will make reasonable accommodations in policies, practices, or procedures when necessary to
avoid discrimination since disability, unless a fundamental alteration in a local government program
would result.
Will operate its programs so that, when viewed in their entirety, they are readily accessible to and
usable by individuals with disabilities.
Furthermore, Mason County:
Will not refuse to allow a person with a disability to participate in a local government service,
program, or activity simply because the person has a disability.
Will not provide services or benefits to individuals with disabilities through programs that are
separate or different, unless the separate programs are necessary to ensure that the benefits and
services are equally effective.
Will not subject individuals with disabilities to discrimination in employment under any local
government service, program, or activity.
For further information:
In accordance with Section 35.106 of the ADA’s Title Two Regulations, all applicants, participants,
beneficiaries, and other interested persons are advised that further information may be obtained
from this local government and from the Office on the Americans with Disabilities Act, Civil Rights
Division, U.S. Department of Justice, Washington, D.C. 20530-0001, (800) 514-0301 (Voice) or (800)
514-0383 (TDD).
Nicole Wilston, ADA Coordinator, has been designated by Mason County to coordinate compliance
with the non-discrimination requirements contained in Section 35.107 of the ADA’s Title II
Regulations.
Ms. Wilston can be reached at 411 N 5th Street, Shelton, WA 98584, phone (360) 427-9670 or
email: nwilston@masoncountywa.gov.
Americans with Disabilities Act
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Appendix 5: Designating ADA Compliance Coordinator & Grievance
Procedure
RESOLUTION NO. OarJ-00
Amends Resolution 27-19 and Title 2'Chapter 2.46 — Mason County's Americans with
Disabilities Act Coordinators
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WHEREAS, the United States Congress adopted the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
ADA) as amended; and
WHEREAS, the ADA provides that the public entities like Mason County, shall not exclude
disabled people from participating in the county's services, programs, activities and
employment, and that the County shall not discriminate against disabled people or otherwise
deny the disabled the benefit of County services, programs, activities and employment. Mason
County, Washington, Code of Ordinances, Chapter 2.46 also designates the Risk Manager to
be the designated contact and investigate complaints and grievances; and
WHEREAS, Federal regulations require that the County designate at least one County
employee to coordinate the County's efforts to comply with and carry out, the County's
responsibilities under the ADA.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that effective on the date of this resolution, the Board
of Mason County Commissioners herby designates the Risk Manager as Mason County's ADA
Coordinator for any internal or external complaints or grievances (see attachment A);
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the ADA Coordinator shall post Mason County's ADA
Grievance Procedure (Exhibit A) and Notice of Nondiscrimination (Exhibit B) in all County
buildings.
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ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON
McKenzie Smitfi, Cle\r-k of the Board Pat Tarzwell, Commissioner
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Randy Ned erlin, Commissioner
Tim Whitehead, Chief Deputy Sharon Trask, Commissioner
Prosecuting Attorney
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Exhibit A
NOTICE
DISABILITIES ACT
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In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of
1990, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Mason County will not discriminate
against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs or
activities.
Employment: Mason County does not discriminate on the basis of disability. in its hiring or
employment practices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal
Employment Opportunity Commission under Title I of the ADA.
Effective Communication: Mason County will generally, upon request, provide appropriate aid
and services leading to effective communication for qualified person with disabilities so they can
participate equally in Mason County's programs, services, and activities, including qualified sign
language interpreters, and various other ways of making information and communications
accessible to people who have speech, hearing or vision impairments.
Modifications to Policies and Procedures: Mason County will make all reasonable
modifications to policies and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal
opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services, and activities.
Requests for Accommodation: Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective
communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or
activity of Mason County, should contact the Court or Department directly.
Please make requests for accommodation at least 48 hours before the scheduled event.
Problems or Complaints:
Nichole Wilston, Risk Manager & ADA Coordinator
360- 427-9670 ext. 643
nwilston(a-)-masoncountywa.gov
The ADA does not require Mason County to take any action that would fundamentally alter the
nature of its programs or services, or impose and undue financial or administrative burden.
Complaints that a program, service, or activity of Mason County is not accessible to persons with
disabilities should be directed to the ADA Coordinators as listed above.
Mason County will not place a surcharge on a particular individual with a disability or any group
of individuals with disabilities to cover the cost of providing auxiliary aids/services-or reasonable
modifications of policy.
WE ARE COMMITTED TO PROVIDING EQUAL ACCESS TO OUR SERVICES.
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Exhibit A
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CON DISCAPACIDADES
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De acuerdo con los requisitos del Tftulo R de la Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidades
ADA) de 1990 y la Seccion 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitacidn de 1973, el Condado de Mason no
discriminara a personas calificadas con discapacidades por motivos de discapacidad en sus
servicios, programas o actividades.
Empleo: El Condado de Mason no discrimina por motivos de discapacidad en sus practicas de
contratacion o empleo y cumple con todas las regulaciones promulgadas por la Comision de Igualdad de
Oportunidades en el Empleo de EE. UU. bajo el Tftulo I de la ADA.
Una comunicacion eficaz: El Condado de Mason generalmente, previa solicitud, proporcionara
ayuda y servicios adecuados que conduzcan a una comunicacion efectiva para personas
calificadas con discapacidades para que puedan participar equitativamente en los programas,
servicios y actividades del Condado de Mason, incluidos interpretes calificados de lenguaje de
senas y varias otras formas de generar informacibn y comunicaciones accesibles para personas
con discapacidades del habla, auditivas.,o visuales.
Modificaciones a las politicas y procedimientos: El Condado de Mason hara todas las
modificaciones razonables a las politicas y programas para garantizar que las personas con
discapacidades tengan igualdad de oportunidades para disfrutar de todos sus programas,
servicios y actividades.
Solicitudes de adaptaciones: Cualquiera persona que requiera ayuda o servicio auxiliar para
una comunicacion efectiva, o una modificacion de politicas o procedimientos para participar en
un programa, servicio o actividad del Condado de Mason, debe comunicarse con el tribunal o el
Departamento directamente.
Por favor hacer las solicitudes de alojamiento al menos 48 horas antes del evento programado.
Problemas o Quejas:
Nichole Wilston, Gerente de Riesgos Y Coordinadora de ADA
360-427-9670 Ext. 643
nwilston@masoncountywa.gov
La ADA no requiere el Condado de Mason de emprender cualquier accion que fundamentalmente
alterar la naturaleza de sus programas o servicios, o imponga una carga financiera o
administrativa indebida.
Las quejas de que un programa, servicio o actividad del Condado de Mason no es accesible para
personas con discapacidades deben dirigirse a los coordinadores ADA como se enumeran
anteriormente.
El Condado de Mason no impondra un recargo a una persona con una discapacidad en particular
ni a ningun grupo de personas con discapacidad para cubrir el costo de proporcionar ayudas
auxiliares y servicios o modificaciones razonables de la poliza.
ESTAMOS COMPROMETIDOS A PROPORCIONAR IGUALDAD DE ACCESO A NUESTROS SERVICIOS.
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09ptz CO Exhibit A
PROCEDIMIENTO DE QUERELLAS DE
ADA
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Condado del mason ha adoptado un procedimiento de queja internos preven pronta soluci6n equitativa de las
quejas alegando cualquier acci6n prohibida por las regulaciones del Departamento de Justicia estadounidense
aplicaci6n el titulo II de la ley de estadounidenses con discapacidades. Titulo II los Estados, en parte, que "de
to contrario no individuo calificado con discapacidad, unicamente por raz6n de tal incapacidad, se excluira de
la participaci6n en, ser negado los beneficios de o ser objeto de discriminaci6n" en programas o actividades
patrocinadas por una entidad publica.
Las quejas deben ser dirigidas a:
Coordinadora de ADA Condado de Mason
411 North 51h Street
Shelton, Washington, 98584
360) 427-9670
1. Una queja por escrito se debe Ilenar y contienen informaci6n sobre la presunta violaci6n como el
hombre, direcci6n, numero de telefono del querellante y la ubicaci6n, fecha y descripci6n de la
violaci6n. Medios alternativos de presentaci6n de denuncias, como una entrevista personal, estaran
disponibles para las personas con discapacidad previa solicitud.
2. Una queja debe presentarse tan pronto como sea posible, pero no mas tarde de treinta 30 dias
calendario despues de la supuesta violaci6n.
3. Una investigaci6n, segun corresponda, debera seguir a la presentaci6n de una denuncia dentro de los
quince (15) dias calendario. La investigaci6n sera realizada por el Coordinador de ADA del Condado
de Mason. Estas reglas contemplan investigaciones informales pero exhaustivas, brindando a todas
las personas interesadas y a sus representantes, si los hubiere, la oportunidad de presentar pruebas
relevantes para una denuncia.
4. Una determinaci6n escrita en cuanto a la validez de la denuncia y la descripci6n de la resoluci6n, si los
hubiere, se expedira por el Coordinador de ADA y copia enviada a la organizaci6n querellante no mas
tarde de quince 15 dias calendario despues de la investigacion.
5. Si la respuesta del Coordinador de ADA no resuelve satisfactoriamente el asunto, el demandante
puede apelar la decisi6n dentro de los quince 15 dias calendario despues de la recepci6n de la
respuesta a la Junta de Comisionados del condado. Una decisi6n final se hard por la Junta de
Comisionados del Condado dentro de 30 treinta dias de calendario.
6. El Coordinador de ADA mantendra los archivos y registros relativos a las quejas. El Condado de
Mason mantendra estos registros de acuerdo con el programa de retenci6n establecido por el estatuto
estatal aplicable.
7. El derecho de una persona a una resoluci6n rapida y equitativa de la denuncia presentada a
continuaci6n no debera ser deteriorado por la busqueda de la persona de otros remedios como la
presentaci6n de una queja de ADA con la agencia o Departamento federal responsable. El use de
este procedimiento de quejas no es un requisito previo para la busqueda de otras soluciones.
8. Estas reglas se interpretara para proteger los derechos sustantivos de las personas interesadas para
cumplir con normas de proceso debido apropiado, y asegurar el Condado de Mason cumple con la
ADA y reglamentos de aplicacion.
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yoK Cpt Exhibit A
ADA GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE
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Mason County has adopted an internal grievance procedure providing for prompt equitable resolution of
complaints alleging any action prohibited by the U.S. Department of Justice regulations implementing Title II of
the Americans with Disabilities Act. Title II states, in part, that "no otherwise qualified disabled individual shall,
solely by reason of such disability, be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be
subjected to discrimination" in programs or activities sponsored by a public entity.
a public entity.
Complaints should be addressed to:
Mason County ADA Coordinator
411 North 5` Street
Shelton, Washington, 98584
360) 427-9670
1. A complaint should be filled in writing and contain information about the alleged violation such as the
name, address, phone number of complainant and the location, date and description of the violation.
Alternative means of filing complaints, such as a personal interview, will be made available for persons
with disabilities upon request.
2. A complaint should be filed as soon as possible, but no later than thirty (30) calendar days after the
alleged violation.
3. An investigation, as may be appropriate, shall follow the filing of a complaint within fifteen (15) calendar
days. The investigation shall be conducted by Mason County's ADA Coordinator. These rules
contemplate informal but thorough investigations, affording all interested persons and their
representatives, if any, an opportunity to submit evidence relevant to a complaint.
4. A written determination as to the validity of the complaint and description of the resolution, if any, shall
be issued by the ADA Coordinator, and copy forwarded to the complainant no later than fifteen (15)
calendar days after the investigation.
5. If the response of the ADA Coordinator does not satisfactorily resolve the issue, the complainant may
appeal the decision within fifteen (15) calendar days after the receipt of the response to the Board of
County Commissioners. A final decision will be made by the Board of County Commissioners within
thirty (30) calendar days.
6. The ADA Coordinator shall maintain the files and records relating to complaints. Mason County shall
retain these records for at least three years.
7. The right of a person to a prompt and equitable resolution of the complaint filed hereunder shall not be
impaired by the person's pursuit of other remedies such as filing of an ADA complaint with the
responsible federal department or agency. Use of this grievance procedure is not a prerequisite to the
pursuit of other remedies.
8. These rules shall be construed to protect the substantive rights of interested persons to meet
appropriate due process standards, and to assure the Mason County complies with the ADA and
implementing regulations.
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Chapter 2.46 AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT CONTACT PERSONS
2.46.010 Contact persons—Designated.
The risk manager shall be designated as ADA contact persons for any internal or external complaints or
grievances, and will provide proper notice of this complaint procedure to the community and on official county
bulletin boards and will provide complaint/grievance brochure (see Attachment A attached to the resolution
codified in this chapter and on file in the office of the county clerk of the board) in all county facilities where there
is public access.
(Res. 46-92 (part), 1992; Res. No. 49-14, 8-19-2014; Res. No. 20-17, 4-11-2017; Res. No. 27-19, Att. A, 3-26-2019;
Res. No. 2025-007, Att. A, 1-21-2025)
Editor's note(s)—Exhibits A and B are attached to the resolution codified in this section and are on file in the
county clerk's office.
2.46.020 Contact persons—To review and investigate complaints.
The risk manager will review, investigate and otherwise dispose of such complaints in a manner that meets
the good of the service and will provide a quarterly report of any ADA concern to the board of county
commissioners.
(Res. 46-92 (part), 1992; Res. No. 49-14, 8-19-2014; Res. No. 20-17, 4-11-2017; Res. No. 27-19, Att. A, 3-26-2019;
Res. No. 2025-007, Att. A, 1-21-2025)
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