Re: disabled parking advantage

June 13, 2003

, Congratulations to your daughter. My handicap placard is a

life-saver for me a lot of times, too. The thing that frustrates me is

that many times handicapped spots are either already all filled up, or they

seem to be in a location that isn't all that accessible. One example I have

is that we have a Performing Arts Center at our local college campus with a

capacity to seat approximately 500 people. There are only 2 designated

spots that are approximately 50 yards from the building's entrance. It's

also uphill. It's hard enough for me to make the hike in my AFOs if a spot

just happens to be available, but I think it would be impossible to make the

journey in a wheel chair that isn't motorized. Anybody have any suggestions

on how to get this rectified?

June 16, 2003

, according to the ADA the handicapped parking space must be the

closest spaces to the door. 1 for every 100 other spaces. I am not

sure about being level. I would contact the manager and prez of the

Board of Directors with your problem. If that doesn't help, your

local news, or newspaper would like to know that. I am also working

on a web site where people can post businessess that are not

accessible. All over; the United States. I will let you know when it

is ready. Martha

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