2018 Salt Lake City ADA Coordinators Training

Description

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Date/Time: Monday, October 1, 2018 - Tuesday, October 2, 2018 from 8:00 A.M. - 5:15 P.M. Mountain Time

Location: Marriott Downtown at City Creek, Salt Lake City, Utah

Description: This 2-day training on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) offers 20+ breakout session options. Registration is open to anyone interested in expanding their knowledge about the ADA. Please click on the links in the left hand column for complete conference information.

Please read all information below BEFORE registering:

The attendee registration fee is $360.
Save $50 when you register by August 31st.
There is an additional $30 charge if you elect to attend the Pre-Conference Session.
Registration will CLOSE on September 23rd.
Cancellations must be made by September 14th in order to receive a refund, minus a $50 cancellation fee.
Cancellations received after September 14th will not receive a refund - no exceptions.
Substitutions can be made at any time without penalties.

What's included (for General Attendees & Presenters):

Your registration fee to attend the training includes access to the sessions you select, electronic access to all of the presentation documents provided by the presenters via our Box website, and lunch on both Monday & Tuesday.

What's NOT included:

Hotel accommodations, travel/airfare, airport transfers, parking fees, and meals other than the 2 lunches provided, are the responsibility of the attendee.

To register please click here

Making Hotel Reservations:

A dedicated website is now available for attendees to book their hotel rooms online. Reservations can be made starting July 18, 2018 at this web address: https://book.passkey.com/go/GreatPlainsADA2018

Related Keywords

Related Section Numbers

28 CFR Part 36 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by Public Accommodations and in Commercial Facilities (2010 ADA Title III Regulations with amendments issued through Dec. 2016), (1)
- 28 CFR Part 36 Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by Public Accommodations and in Commercial Facilities (2010 ADA Title III Regulations with amendments issued through Dec. 2016)

Schedule

Event	Time
Pre-Conference History & ADA Basics Overview	8:15 am - 10:45 am MDT, October 01, 2018
Networking Lunch	11:00 am - 12:00 pm MDT, October 01, 2018
Welcome & ACTCP Info Session	12:00 pm - 1:15 pm MDT, October 01, 2018
Breakout Session 1	1:30 pm - 3:00 pm MDT, October 01, 2018
Breakout Session 2	3:15 pm - 5:15 pm MDT, October 01, 2018
ADA Jeopardy (Free Optional Session)	5:45 pm - 6:45 pm MDT, October 01, 2018
Breakout Session 3	8:15 am - 9:45 am MDT, October 02, 2018
Breakout Session 4	10:00 am - 12:00 pm MDT, October 02, 2018
Networking Lunch	12:00 pm - 1:30 pm MDT, October 02, 2018
Breakout Session 5	1:30 pm - 3:30 pm MDT, October 02, 2018
Breakout Session 6	3:45 pm - 5:15 pm MDT, October 02, 2018

Speakers

Melissa Anderson

Prior to starting her own consulting business, Melissa worked at the US Access Board, serving as their Transportation Engineer, developing accessibility guidelines and assisting Federal, State and Local Agencies in meeting their obligations to provide accessible facilities for people who have disabilities. Her work involved refining the proposed Public Right of Way Accessibility Guidelines, updating the Transportation Vehicle Accessibility Guidelines and leading the Rail Vehicles Access Advisory Committee. Melissa also continues to participate as a subject matter expert on several research panels and remains a member of two committees for the Transportation Research Board. Prior to her work for the Access Board, she was employed for 10 years with the Missouri Department of Transportation, where she was involved in traffic and safety data collection and analysis, research, standards development, and professional services procurement. Melissa became the statewide non-motorized transportation engineer, where she was responsible for developing pedestrian and bicycle policy, training staff and local agencies, and reviewing plans for accessibility.

Dana Barton

Bill Botten

Bill Botten, an Exercise Physiology graduate from the University of Kansas, joined the US Access Board in May of 2000. Bill specializes in accessibility issues related to recreation facilities and outdoor developed areas including boating and fishing facilities, trails, picnic and camping facilities, sports facilities and play areas. His training experience includes hundreds of presentations over the last 30 years to local, state, and national audiences on injury prevention, disability awareness and sensitivity, and accessibility issues. He was part of a team that developed the new combined guidelines for the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Architectural Barriers Act as well as serving on several ASTM committees for inclusive fitness equipment and play area surfaces.

Julie Brinkhoff

Julie oversees communications, publications, dissemination, data collection, reporting and outreach activities of the Great Plains ADA Center. Julie has a special interest in product development and dissemination through web-based platforms. She develops and produces the ACTCP publication,ADA Nowand serves as content manager for GP ADA Center websites. Julie is versed in all areas of the ADA and has designed and developed numerous materials on ADA related topics as well as on-line courses. She has given presentations and workshops on a wide range of ADA related topics including employment,child care, accessible websites and software, principles of universal design, and k-12 education. She has been involved with the Center since 1995. Julie received her Master’s Degree in Education with an emphasis in Student Services in 1985 from the University of Missouri.

Jana Burke

Dr. Jana L. Burke is the president and founder of Mariposa Professional Services, a consulting firm specializing in ADA compliance strategies for organizations with rights and responsibilities under the law. Dr. Burke is a researcher, trainer and consultant who specializes in the ADA employment provisions and workplace strategies for ADA compliance. (insert space) Prior to starting her own firm, she was the project director and principle investigator for the Rocky Mountain ADA Center, funded by the U.S. Department of Education’s National Institute on Disability & Rehabilitation Research. She has conducted more than 300 ADA-related training sessions for employers, businesses, professional organizations, attorneys, state and local government entities, disability organizations, and people with disabilities. (Insert Space)Dr. Burke received a Doctorate of Philosophy in Organization & Management from Capella University, a master’s degree in nonprofit management from Regis University, and is a graduate of The Colorado College where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English.

Mike Edwards

Mike has been with the Great Plains ADA Center since 2001 where he serves as Missouri Coordinator. In 2010, Mike developed the ADA Coordinators Training Certification Program (ACTCP) in conjunction with the University of Missouri College of Human and Environmental Sciences. He coordinates all ACTCP activities. Mike has extensive experience in conducting access surveys, training on all areas of the ADA as well as providing technical assistance and consultation to individuals, businesses and communities.

Sarah Garcia

Anna Guthrie

Anna develops graphics and multimedia content for training, materials, websites, publications, and publicity including fact sheets, posters, videos, slideshows and power-points. She assists in the National ADA Symposium including development of the conference app.

Leah Lobato

Leah Lobato is the Director of the Governor’s Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities and Business Relations with the Utah State Office of Rehabilitation. The mission of this position is to help promote the employment and retention of individuals with disabilities in competitive employment by promoting public and private partnerships and efforts. She networks, connects with and trains state, regional and national employers. She has a BS degree from the University of Utah and is a Certified Public Manager. Leah coordinates with the Department of Workforce Services (Utah’s DOL), Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD), Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health (DSAMH), etc. on various projects supporting employment of individuals with disabilities. Leah has worked with individuals with disabilities in varying areas of services. She has worked with adolescents with mental health issues and she has also acted as the coordinator for house affairs for disabled adults in independent living environments. She is on the board of Utah’s Chapter of Job Placement and Development, a member of the National Rehabilitation Association, Utah Rehabilitation Association, Utah Diversity Connections and the Utah Business Leadership Network.

Ed Neuberg

Ed Neuberg is the ADA Manager for Denver’s Regional Transportation District (RTD). Prior to working for RTD Ed worked for the City of Denver as Director of the Denver Office of Disability Rights and the City’s ADA Coordinator. Ed has been involved with the ADA for over 20 years. He has experience implementing ADA Titles I, II, & III, along with DOT/FTA requirements for transportation. Ed is a member of numerous boards and commissions which focus on the ADA, disability rights, and community acknowledgment/awards. Ed is a certified ADA Coordinator and has been a presenter at the 2010 -2016 National ADA Symposiums. He is a Member of the Rocky Mt. ADA Leadership Network, Board member National ADA Coordinators, Certified ADA Trainer and has a B.S. degree in Education from Colorado State University.

Emily Shuman

Paul Simmons

Born in South Africa, Paul Simmons feels that the greatest gift from his parents is the gift of language. Paul was born Deaf, to Deaf parents who were able to effectively communicate with Paul since birth. As a result, Paul is multi-lingual, being able to converse in several sign languages including ASL. While in South Africa, Paul was actively involved with the Deaf community there including being the first Deaf Executive chairperson of the largest and oldest Deaf organization in South Africa. After moving to the United States to attend Gallaudet University. After obtaining his second MS degree from McDaniel College, Paul has worked within the Education sector, educating Deaf children in the secondary level, and post-secondary levels. Paul specializes in research, Deaf Studies, Social Studies, and International Disability Rights. Paul’s passion is in how the law relates to people with disabilities and has developed a course in International Disability Rights Movement and has consulted with the International Deaf Emergency organization. Currently, Paul is employed at the Rocky Mountain ADA center as an ADA Information Specialist handling queries relating to rights of individuals with disabilities.

Rich Sternadori

Rich coordinates and delivers ADA Center services for the State of Nebraska including training, technical assistance, consulting and capacity building. Rich holds a Masters of Education and Counseling Psychology from the University of Missouri, with a specialty in rehabilitation and trauma psychology and has completed significant coursework toward his PhD. Rich served 16 years as a Chief Building Official and Zoning administrator and was appointed in 1993 by Governor Ann Finney to the Kansas State Board of Technical Professions for architects and engineers. Rich is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and a member of the Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters (VOAD) in his community. Richard has been leading the Nebraska Disabilities Alliance program, bringing together the agencies on the front line of serving people with disabilities to better prepare for emergencies.

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Marriott Downtown at City Creek

75 South West Temple

Salt Lake City, UT US

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