Join us for a comprehensive discussion on the Minnesota Accessibility Code (MAC) with accessibility expert Karen Gridley from the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry. In this episode, we explore:

• The Code Development Process: Learn about the journey that led to the creation of the MAC and the key considerations that shaped its provisions.

If you work in accessibility or have a stake in ensuring inclusive environments in Minnesota, this episode is essential listening.

Links and Websites Resources:

Website: https://www.dli.mn.gov/business/codes-and-laws/2020-minnesota-state-building-codes

Email: [email protected]

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gridleykaren/

Minnesota Accessibility Code Fact Sheet: https://www.dli.mn.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/fs-2020-accessibility-code.pdf

How to become a MAC Certified Accessibility Specialist: https://www.dli.mn.gov/workers/building-officials/how-become-building-official-building-official-limited-and-accessibility

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Join me this week as we talk about website and document accessibility with Kathrine Eng, Senior ICT Accessibility Specialist with the U.S. Access Board. Kathy is a Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act expert, shares some excellent best practices, and clears up some confusion related to website and document accessibility.

Links and Websites Resources:

Website: https://www.access-board.gov/about/staff/katherine-eng/

Email: [email protected]

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathy-eng-267830a7/

U.S. Access Board Webinars & Training: https://www.access-board.gov/webinars

GSA Section508.gov:  https://www.section508.gov/

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Join me for a review and explanation of the 5 ADA administrative requirements for Title II agencies and entities.

Key Administrative Requirements under Title II of the ADA

1. Designating an ADA Coordinator

DOJ Sample Notice

DOJ Sample Grievance Procedure

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Join me for the latest ADA updates, happenings & training in the world of accessibility.

Links and Websites Resources:

1. U.S. Access Board Issues Final Rule Setting Low Transfer Height for Certain Medical Diagnostic Equipment 
   

1. Fair Housing Act Requirement 6: Reinforced Walls for Grab Bars 

1. U.S. Access Board Holds Hearings on Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Disability Community and AI Practitioners 

1. LIVE Webinar 🎥: How to Create an ADA Workshop for Your Community 

1. CASp 101: Certification and Practice 

1. APA Fall Webinar Friday, September 6, 2024
   

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Have you ever wondered about Play Area surfaces and how to make play areas more accessible? Bill Botten, Accessibility Specialist with PlayCore and US Access Board (Retired), joins me this week to discuss some excellent best practices and critical elements to consider with Recreation and Play Areas.

Links and Websites Resources:

Website: https://www.playcore.com/

Email: [email protected]

National Trails Surface Study

Play Areas Surface Research 

Webinar Series With Bill Botton

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Equal - Equal is a critical concept when applying all these accessibility regulations, codes, and standards. Join me and Mark Wood as we discuss the importance of this concept and other ADA topics.

Links and Websites Resources:

Website: www.calcasp.com

Email: [email protected]

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Join me for a Free-For-All Wednesday on great ADA topics and technical questions from some of our listeners.

Links and Websites Resources:

1. LIVE Webinar 🎥: ADA Open Discussion - Bring Your Barriers

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BlueDAG is a cloud-hosted software system for end-to-end management of ADA evaluation and compliance initiatives. BlueDAG’s integrated suite of tools simplifies and streamlines the ADA compliance tasks of both public and private entities. BlueDAG is accessible via web browser on any computing platform with an Internet connection. A companion mobile application is also available. More information here: https://www.bluedag.com/

Discover 7 of the most common gaps in your agency's ADA Transition Plan with Aaron Hester, MBA,  SVP, Managing Partner with Precision Infrastructure Management. A must-listen for every ADA Coordinator.

❖ Lack of a Written Plan

Links and Websites Resources:

Website: https://precisioninfrastructuremgmt.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronnhester/

Email: [email protected]

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BlueDAG is a cloud-hosted software system for end-to-end management of ADA evaluation and compliance initiatives. BlueDAG’s integrated suite of tools simplifies and streamlines the ADA compliance tasks of both public and private entities. BlueDAG is accessible via web browser on any computing platform with an Internet connection. A companion mobile application is also available. More information here: https://www.bluedag.com/

Damon Brown, Chief Strategy Officer with BlueDAG LLC, joined me for a discussion about the recent BlueDAG Version 5.0 enhancements and the Launch Program.

Links and Websites Resources:

Website: https://www.bluedag.com/

Email: [email protected] 

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BlueDAG is a cloud-hosted software system for end-to-end management of ADA evaluation and compliance initiatives. BlueDAG’s integrated suite of tools simplifies and streamlines the ADA compliance tasks of both public and private entities. BlueDAG is accessible via web browser on any computing platform with an Internet connection. A companion mobile application is also available. More information here: https://www.bluedag.com/

Matt H Lescher, Director of Accessibility Services at CCI and the APA, joins me to discuss the APAC-BE Certification and the benefits of obtaining your APAC-BE Certification. 

Links and Websites Resources:

Website: https://www.codeconsultants.com/

Email: [email protected]

LinkedIn

Apply and Maintain APAC-BE Certification

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BlueDAG is a cloud-hosted software system for end-to-end management of ADA evaluation and compliance initiatives. BlueDAG’s integrated suite of tools simplifies and streamlines the ADA compliance tasks of both public and private entities. BlueDAG is accessible via web browser on any computing platform with an Internet connection. A companion mobile application is also available. More information here: https://www.bluedag.com/