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November 23, 2021 changes the Council was hoping for. He noted the first would be using the trail plan to make connections to the City's park facilities and government buildings. He commented further on the number of miles of trails the City and County had in place in New Brighton, noting the 'County has been aggressively working to update its trails. Mayor Niedfeldt-Thomas requested further information regarding ADA compliance requirements that were in place for City facilities. Community Assets and Development Director Schlichting discussed the ADA requirements that were in place for City facilities. Motion by Councilmember Abdulle, seconded by Councilmember Allen to approve a Resolution adopting the ADA Transition Plan for Public Rights of Way noting the compliance rate would be 90% and not 80%. A roll call vote was taken. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays -Motion Carried 2. Consider Approval of Professional Services Agreement with Reach for Resources Inc. for Inclusion Services in Parks and Recreation Programs. City Manager Massopust indicated Recreation Supervisor Larson would be presenting this item to the Council. Recreation Supervisor Larson stated an agreement with Reach for Resources will provide personalized inclusion services so that those in our community with disabilities or special needs can fully and actively participate in general Parks and Recreation programs alongside 'their peers. As a member of the Reach for Resources Consortium, New Brighton staff will have unlimited communication with Reach for Resources' adaptive recreation professionals, licensed social workers, psychologists, and special education staff for referrals, consultations, and advice. When Parks and Recreation staff receive a request from the public for inclusion services, Reach for Resources will work directly with the participant and family to determine the level of support the participant may need in order to enjoy their experience. If necessary, Reach for Resources will provide on-site services for participants who may need one-on-one assistance. There are no additional costs to participants for on-site support. The conditions that Reach for Resources can provide support for include, but are not limited to, developmental disabilities, autism, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, epilepsy, learning disability, traumatic brain syndrome, and emotional behavioral disorders. This agreement assists our department in meeting ADA regulations for inclusion services. Staff commented further on the agreement and recommended approval. Councilmember Abdulle questioned how many hours the contract would cover. Recreation Supervisor Larson reported the contract would provide 18 hours ofstafftime from Reach for Resources. She explained if additional hours were necessary, these hours could be purchased. Mayor Niedfeldt-Thomas asked ifa proof of diagnosis or other documentation was required in order to access these special services. Recreation Supervisor Larson reported the City would not be asking for proof of diagnosis noting Reach's staff would be going through this process with the ftmilies individually. Councilmember Allen stated this was a great program for the City to pursue as it would make the City's programming more inclusive. He inquired if the City would be promoting these services throughout the community. Parks and Recreation Director Fink reported information regarding these services would be 'printed in the City's recreation guide in order to inform the public. Recreation Supervisor Larson commented further on the training Reach for Resources paraprofessionals would be providing to New Brighton staff members. Councilmember Abdulle asked if the long-term goal would be to have a staff member trained fully to provided these services. Park and Recreation Director Fink reported in the past the focus was for cities to provide therapemc recreation. She commented the profession was moving towards inclusion which meant Page 3 of 5 LIM =11—M