2012 Budget Summary - Chicago Park District

Disability Policy OfficeThe Disability Policy Office oversees Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)/Illinois AccessibilityCode/Chicago Building Code compliance initiatives and guides the Park District’s efforts to create a fullyaccessible park system. It plays an integral role in the prioritization of ADA capital projects andidentifying ways to improve accessibility to facilities. The Disability Policy office also advises alldepartments on the development and implementation of policies and programs inclusive of patronswith disabilities.Department ExpendituresAccount 2010 Actual 2011 Budget 2012 BudgetPersonnel Services $ 192,129 $ 333,192 $ 250,992Materials & Supplies $ 19,006 $ 30,000 $ 30,000Small Tools & Equipment $ 500 $ 5,000 $ 5,000Contractual Services $ 67,629 $ 95,693 $ 129,489Total $ 279,264 $ 463,885 $ 415,481Personnel FTE 4 4 3.47$550,000.00$500,000.00$450,000.00$400,000.00$350,000.00$300,000.00$250,000.00$200,000.002010 2011 20122011 AccomplishmentsInstituted an EpiPen policy and trained park staff to ensure appropriate emergencyresponse procedures in the event of severe allergic reactions among programparticipants.Conducted ADA site evaluations at 80 parks.Worked with multiple disability advocacy agencies and organizations to ensure continuedADA compliance with local, state and federal regulations.2012 GoalsContinue to develop and implement policies and programs responsive to theneeds/desires of all disability groups.Update the Park District’s ADA Transition Plan.Improve awareness of and access to information about the District’s accessibilityinitiatives.113