ADA Compliance & Accessibility Planning Services

Empowering Communities Through Inclusive Access and Strategic Compliance

ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Services

Capital Strategic Solutions (CSS) offers comprehensive support to municipalities in developing and implementing ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plans in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and its amendments. These services are designed to ensure equitable access to all local government programs, services, and facilities, and to demonstrate a proactive commitment to ADA compliance.

CSS provides services including:

ADA Compliance Review of Municipal Services, Programs, and Policies

A complete assessment of public-facing and internal operations to ensure accessibility for individuals with disabilities.

Grievance Procedure and Public Notice Review

Analysis and recommended revisions to existing grievance procedures and public notices to align with ADA and Section 504 requirements.

ADA Facility Assessments

On-site evaluations of municipal buildings, parks, cemeteries, sidewalks, walkways, parking lots, play structures, and related elements to identify physical barriers.

Cost Estimation for Barrier Remediation

Provision of detailed cost estimates for remediation efforts to assist in planning and budgeting.

Development of a Comprehensive Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan

Preparation of a plan that meets current ADA standards, outlining deficiencies and actionable solutions.

Prioritization of Barrier Removal

Each identified barrier is categorized by priority level to aid in phased implementation:

Accessible approach and entrance
Access to goods and services
Access to public toilet rooms
Access to additional elements (e.g., drinking fountains, public telephones)
Other non-essential elements

Compliance with Federal and State Accessibility Standards

All recommendations conform to both ADA and applicable state Architectural Access Board (AAB) standards.

Handicapped parking signs in Bayou La Batre Alabama. Handicapped parking signs are locating in front of a medical clinic, June 14, 2024

Modern building entrance with ramp, stairs. Accessible design with stainless steel handrails. Accessibility features enable mobility offering assistance for people with disabilities to.

Accessible Communication & Effective Public Engagement

As part of the ADA compliance effort, CSS also evaluates communication practices to ensure information is accessible to individuals with vision, hearing, speech, or cognitive disabilities. This includes reviewing the accessibility of public websites, printed materials, digital documents, public meetings, and emergency notifications. CSS can recommend improvements such as alternative formats (e.g., braille, large print, plain language), assistive technologies, interpreter services, and real-time captioning to ensure that all members of the public can receive and engage with municipal information in a timely and effective manner.

Approach and Commitment to Practical Solutions

CSS conducts in-depth assessments of access to physical spaces and facilities that host public programs and services, as required under ADA Title II. Recognizing the challenges posed by older or historic infrastructure, CSS identifies barriers and offers a range of corrective strategies—from targeted repairs to renovations and program relocations—when structural changes are not readily achievable.

When physical modifications are impractical, alternative solutions such as relocating programs or services are considered to ensure compliance. As improvements are made, the Transition Plan is updated to reflect progress. The implementation timeline remains at the client’s discretion, based on funding availability and feasibility.

By initiating this process, municipal clients demonstrate a strong commitment to accessibility, inclusion, and regulatory compliance, while advancing practical, prioritized improvements in public access.