(A) (1) (a) It is the policy of the town, to not exclude qualified individuals with disabilities from participation in or benefitting from the services, programs, or activities of the municipality. Also, it is the policy of this municipality not to discriminate against a qualified individual with a disability in its job application procedures; the hiring, advancement, or discharge of employees; employee compensation; job training; and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.
(b) It is the intention of this municipality to comply with all applicable requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
(2) Members of the public, including individuals with disabilities and groups representing individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to submit suggestions to municipal officials as to how the town might better meet the needs of individuals with disabilities pursuant to its stated policy.
(B) (1) The Town Utility Superintendent is designated as the ADA Coordinator for the town and is responsible for the town’s compliance with the ADA.
(2) The notice under the Americans with Disabilities Act, a copy of which is attached hereto as Appendix A, is adopted as the town notice under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and is included in the Town Facilities Transition Plan.
(3) The town grievance procedure under the ADA, a copy of which is attached hereto as Appendix A, is adopted as the grievance procedure for addressing complaints alleging discrimination on the basis of disability in the provisions of services, activities, programs, or benefits by the town.
(4) In compliance with federal and state laws as set forth above, the Town Council resolves to post the required information regarding the ADA Coordinator. Notice under the ADA and the town grievance procedure under the ADA on its website and at such other locations as may be determined from time to time.
(5) This division (B) shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption.
(Ord. 4, 1998, passed 3-25-1998; Ord. 14, 2012, passed 12-12-2012)