Mendota Heights ADA Transition Plan

Stonebrooke Engineering partnered with the City of Mendota Heights to complete a comprehensive Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan. The project included a detailed inventory and assessment of public rights-of-way, parks, trails, and public buildings to identify accessibility barriers and establish a roadmap for future improvements. Stonebrooke conducted extensive field data collection to evaluate sidewalks, curb ramps, pedestrian crossings, park amenities, trails, and municipal facilities throughout the community. Findings were documented in a GIS-based inventory and prioritized to help the City strategically plan future accessibility improvements and capital investments.

Accessibility planning extends beyond identifying physical barriers. Stonebrooke developed a comprehensive ADA Transition Plan that included prioritization methodologies, implementation strategies, GIS mapping, and policy recommendations to support the City's long-term accessibility goals. The project team also provided ongoing implementation support by facilitating discussions with City staff, preparing materials for decision-makers, and presenting project findings and recommendations to the City Council. This collaborative approach helped ensure the final plan was practical, actionable, and aligned with community priorities.

Creating an accessible community requires meaningful engagement with the people who use it every day. Stonebrooke led a robust public engagement effort that included an interactive online mapping tool, public review of draft plan materials, and an open house that provided residents with multiple opportunities to identify accessibility barriers and share feedback. Community input played a key role in shaping project recommendations and prioritization strategies. By combining technical evaluations with direct feedback from residents, Stonebrooke helped the City of Mendota Heights develop an ADA Transition Plan that promotes equitable access to public facilities, services, parks, and transportation networks for people of all ages and abilities.