In accordance with the requirements of title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the City of Fort Wayne will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in its services, programs, or activities.

Employment: City of Fort Wayne does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under title I of the ADA.

Effective Communication: City of Fort Wayne will generally, upon request provide appropriate aids and services leading to effective communication for qualified persons with disabilities so they can participate equally in City of Fort Wayne programs, services, and activities.

Modifications to Policies and Procedures: City of Fort Wayne will make all reasonable modifications to policies and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all of its programs, services, and activities. For example, individuals with service animals are welcomed in City of Fort Wayne offices, even where pets are generally prohibited.

Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity of the City of Fort Wayne, should contact the office of Heather Van Wagner, ADA Coordinator (260-427-1176) as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled event.

The ADA does not require the City of Fort Wayne to take any action that would fundamentally alter the nature of its programs or services, or impose an undue financial or administrative burden.

Complaints that a program, service, or activity of the City of Fort Wayne is not accessible to persons with disabilities should be directed in writing to Heather Van Wagner, ADA Coordinator (260-427-1176) or utilizing the online Grievance Form.

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pdfADA Amplified Sept 2022 PDF

This Grievance Procedure is established to meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"). It may be used by anyone who wishes to file a complaint alleging discrimination on the basis of disability in the provision of services, activities, programs, or benefits by the City of Fort Wayne. The City of Fort Wayne's personnel policy governs employment-related complaints of disability discrimination.

The complaint should be in writing and contain information about the alleged discrimination such as name, address, phone number of complainant and location, date, and description of the problem. Alternative means of filing complaints, e-mail or phone conversation, will be made available for persons with disabilities upon request.

The complaint should be submitted by the grievant and/or his/her designee as soon as possible but no later than 60 calendar days after the alleged violation to:

Heather K. Van Wagner
ADA Coordinator and Director of Risk
Management

Citizens Square

200 East Berry Street, Suite 470

Fort Wayne, IN 46802

Phone: 260-427-1176

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Heather Van Wagner or the appropriate departmental designee will, in a timely manner, respond in writing, and where appropriate, in a format accessible to the complainant, such as large print or audio tape. The response will explain the position of the City of Fort Wayne and offer options for substantive resolution of the complaint.

If the response by Heather Van Wagner or her designee does not satisfactorily resolve the issue, the complainant and/or his/her designee may appeal the decision within 15 calendar days after receipt of the response to Malak Heiny, City Attorney or her designee.

Within 15 calendar days after the meeting, Malak Heiny, City Attorney or her designee will respond in writing, and where appropriate, in a format accessible to the complainant, with a final resolution of the complaint.

All written complaints received by Heather Van Wagner or her designee, appeals to the City Attorney or her designee, and responses from these two offices will be retained by the City of Fort Wayne Risk Management Department

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Group to help community be more inclusive of people with disabilities

(May 2, 2017) — Helping Allen County and the City of Fort Wayne become more inclusive of people with disabilities is the idea behind the establishment of a new community panel.

The Allen County Board of Commissioners and Mayor Tom Henry today jointly announced plans to form a Fort Wayne-Allen County Disability Advisory Council.  The purpose of the council is to assist in providing equal access for people with disabilities to employment, services, programs and activities offered in the city and county.

“With the diversity that exists within today’s society, it does take all of us to enhance this community’s quality of life,” said Commissioner Nelson Peters.  “The Fort Wayne-Allen County Disability Advisory Council will help to ensure that everyone will have a voice at the table with all of those quality of life discussions.”

“I’m encouraged that we live in a caring and giving community which values and appreciates all residents,” said Mayor Henry. “I’m looking forward to positive outcomes as a result of this proactive collaboration designed to have a lasting and meaningful impact in Fort Wayne and Allen County.”

Some of the council’s responsibilities will include serving as an information resource for city and county elected officials and administrators regarding needs and conditions of people with disabilities, identifying barriers to full community participation, and recommending corrective actions.

“The Northeast Indiana Disability Advocacy Coalition is grateful to both city and county officials who are making the inclusivity of our community a priority for people with disabilities,” commented Shelley Yoder, who chairs the coalition.  “We look forward to working with Mayor Henry, Commissioner Peters, and others to assist in providing information and guidance as we all work together to provide equal access to all people of all abilities in our outstanding community.”

“This new advisory council is reflective of how times have changed from when we were just trying to comply with accessibility requirements in the 1990's to now, when we are striving to be the best we can be at including people with disabilities in the life of the community,” added David Nelson, president and CEO of The League.  “It's a tribute to the leadership in Fort Wayne and Allen County, and another example of our ‘best in class’ thinking.”

The council will consist of nine members.  The Northeast Indiana Disability Advocacy Coalition will appoint a total of five members, two of whom are disabled.  The City of Fort Wayne and Allen County will each appoint one member.  The ADA coordinators for the city and county will serve as ex officio members.  The council is expected to meet at least quarterly and produce an annual report which summarizes its recommendations, activities and accomplishments.

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City of Fort Wayne Non-discrimination Notice

In accordance with the requirements of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the City of Fort Wayne will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities.

 

ADA Appointment

 

Grievance Procedure under
The Americans with Disabilities Act, City of Fort Wayne, Indiana

This Grievance Procedure is established to meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilites Act of 1990 ("ADA"). It may be used by anyone who wishes to file a complaint alleging discrimination on the basis of disability in the provision of services, activies, programs, or benefits by the City of Fort Wayne.

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Resolution 100-4-10-13-1


A resolution of the board of public works of the city of fort wayne, indiana adopting the americans with disabilities act (ada)accessibility guidelines for standards for accessible design and guidelines for pedestrian facilities in the public right-of-way.

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ADA Transition Plan

 

City of Fort Wayne ADA Transition Plan

 2023 Updates

City Utilities Engineering Update 2023

Curb Ramps Completed 2019-2022

Curb Ramps Map 2022

Curb Ramps Update 2022

Parks Update 2023

Property Management Update 2023

Right of Way Side Walks Update 2022

Traffic Engineering ADA Projects Map 2023

Traffic Engineering ADA Projects Update 2023

Traffic Signals Appendix I-A 2023

Traffic Signals Appendix I-B 2023

Trails Map 2023

Trails Update 2023

Citilink Update 2023

 

If you should have any questions or concerns please contact the ADA Coordinator:

Heather K. Van Wagner
ADA Coordinator and Director of Risk Management
Citizens Square 200 East Berry Street, Suite 470
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Phone: 260-427-1176
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City Of Fort Wayne-Title VI Implementation Plan

 

The City of Fort Wayne values each individual’s civil rights and wishes to provide equal opportunity and equitable service for the citizens of this community.  As a recipient of federal funds, the City of Fort Wayne is required to conform to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI) and all related statutes, regulations, and directives, which provide that no person shall be excluded from participation in, denied benefits of, or subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) on the grounds of race, color, national origin, disability, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, low income status, or limited English proficiency.


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Complaint Procedure under Title VI

This complaint Procedure is established to meet the requirements of Title VI. It may be used by anyone who wishes to file a complaint alleging discrimination falling under Title VI.

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If you should have any questions or concerns please contact the Title VI Coordinator:

Marcia Wiblin-Whited
Title VI Coordinator

200 East Berry Street, Suite 470

Fort Wayne, IN 46802

Phone: 260-427-6362

Fax: 260-427-6947

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