One of the Inclusion Supervisor's first duties was to develop a comprehensive plan that addressed programs, opportunities and services for persons with disabilities throughout the department. Following a system of research/investigation, planning, implementation, and evaluation, a 1- and 5-Year Inclusion Plan was created to be incorporated into the mission, business plan, and master plan of the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department. Following is the outline of that plan:

Program Purpose: To include persons with disabilities in the provision of excellent parks, recreation and community opportunities, which enhances our community.

Desired Outcome 1:

Ensure all Parks, Recreation and Community Services programs and services are able to include persons with disabilities.
STRATEGY A: Create a model of Inclusion that allows for each program or service within the Department to be responsible for the choices/opportunities/participation of persons with disabilities.
STRATEGY B: Provide persons with disabilities access to all City-sponsored or contracted special events
STRATEGY C: Ensure accessible and barrier-free facilities, parks, and features
STRATEGY D: Improve staff qualifications and training opportunities regarding inclusion, therapeutic recreation, and persons with disabilities.
STRATEGY E: Develop a marketing plan that informs and invites citizens with disabilities to participate in all of the Department's services, facilities and programs.

Desired Outcome 2:

Develop the Inclusion office into a resource for the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department to address the recreation, leisure, and inclusion needs of participants with disabilities.

STRATEGY A: Provide support to Managerial and Supervisory staff on budget and funding issues related to inclusion
STRATEGY B: Create a leisure education program that introduces and informs participants with disabilities of Department programs, classes, and services.
STRATEGY C: Develop Inclusion management/personnel plan to include part-time specialized staff, therapeutic staff, and interns that address the needs of the Department to provide recreation services, opportunities, and programs for persons with disabilities.
STRATEGY D: Provide quality assurance of services through periodic review and documentation.

Desired Outcome 3:

Facilitate the growth of a continuum of recreation opportunities, programs and services, which meet the needs of persons with disabilities within the Truckee Meadows.
STRATEGY A: Establish and support current and future partnerships and collaborations with area agencies and organizations to ensure a continuum of programming for persons with disabilities in the Truckee Meadows.

Implementation
The implementation of this plan involves the support and approval of numerous organizations, individuals, and all the divisions with the Department, each of which has an important role in the inclusion of people with disabilities within the community. The body of the plan includes realizable steps, convening parties, timelines, and budget for each desired outcome.

Evaluation
This Inclusion Plan is subject to approval by the Department Director, reviewed by the Access Advisory Committee and the Recreation and Park Commission, and will also be adopted by the City Council as part of the Department Master Plan.

The Department and the Access Advisory Committee will conduct an annual review.

Inclusion Business Plan will be evaluated as part of the PRCS One and Five-Year Budget Process.