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Friday, August 12, 2011
If you can't beat em', cycle beside 'em
On August 26th forty of the top Paracycling riders will descend on Steamboat Springs, CO to participate in one of the premier Paracycling races. The race will be a fast 4.07 mile time-trial. Racers will compete in front of thousands of bicycle enthusiasts just prior to the finish of the USA Pro Challenge. These athletes come from all over the US, but they all have one thing in common…sheer determination. These athletes, many wounded veterans, make it a practice to focus on their “abilities” rather than their “disabilities” and they don’t leave anything on the course. This is a must see event for the whole family.
Race begins at 1:30 on 6th street at the US Pro riders finish bay..... But that's not all:
Following that is the STARS Biking the Boat Charity Ride on Saturday August 27th....
Race begins at 1:30 on 6th street at the US Pro riders finish bay..... But that's not all:
Following that is the STARS Biking the Boat Charity Ride on Saturday August 27th....
| Join STARS to participate in your own biking experience after experiencing the US Pro Tour Steamboat Stage Race. Choose the 26 mile ride (click HERE for map) through the scenic back roads of Routt County or participate in our 5 mile All Abilities ride (click HERE for map)to raise money for people with disabilities. Participants will ride alongside 40 of the top handcyclists and Paralympians in the country. Monies raised will stay in Routt County to benefit ‘STARS’ Steamboat Adaptive Recreational Sports. Sign up to ride and challenge your friends to sponsor you or to ride with you! Start time: Long Ride 11:45, Short ride 12:00 Registration: All Ability ride - $25.00 per person Challenge Ride - $50.00 per person Riders raising $500 or more receive a jersey and a ticket to the USA Pro Challenge Steamboat VIP tent at the finish of the race on August 26th. Great prizes for top fundraisers! Registration includes a t-shirt, goody bag, after ride party with food and drink. Volunteers and limited adaptive equipment will be available for riders needing extra assistance. Registration now open. |
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Atlantic Southeast Airlines Fined for Violating Rules Protecting Air Travelers with Disabilities
Office of the Governor Rick Perry
Committee on People with Disabilities
DOT 84-11
Monday, July 11, 2011
“Passengers with disabilities have rights and they have a right to be treated fairly and with respect by the airlines,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood. “We will continue to take enforcement action when our disability rules are violated.”
The Air Carrier Access Act of 1986 requires airlines to provide assistance to passengers with disabilities in boarding and deplaning aircraft, including the use of wheelchairs, ramps, mechanical lifts or service personnel where needed.
During June 2010, the Department’s Aviation Enforcement Office conducted a review and inspection at ASA’s Atlanta offices and airport operations of the carrier’s compliance with Department consumer protection requirements. The Enforcement Office reviewed, among other things, disability-related complaints received by the carrier from January 2009 through May 2010. That review revealed a number of violations of the rules requiring assistance to passengers with disabilities who use wheelchairs.
Of the $200,000 penalty, up to $35,000 may be used to relocate passenger lifts that have been acquired by ASA to airports that the carrier serves in order to supplement and improve enplaning and deplaning services. Up to $40,000 may be used by the carrier to conduct audits and surveys to ensure that its employees are complying with the airline disability rules.
The consent order is available on the Internet at www.regulations.gov, docket DOT-OST-2011-0003. Link to Press Release; http://www.dot.gov/affairs/
Committee on People with Disabilities
DOT 84-11
Monday, July 11, 2011
Atlantic Southeast Airlines Fined for Violating Rules Protecting Air Travelers with Disabilities
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) today assessed a civil penalty against Atlantic Southeast Airlines (ASA) for violating rules protecting air travelers with disabilities. The carrier was assessed a $200,000 civil penalty of which up to $75,000 may be used to improve its service to disabled passengers above levels required by DOT rules.“Passengers with disabilities have rights and they have a right to be treated fairly and with respect by the airlines,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood. “We will continue to take enforcement action when our disability rules are violated.”
The Air Carrier Access Act of 1986 requires airlines to provide assistance to passengers with disabilities in boarding and deplaning aircraft, including the use of wheelchairs, ramps, mechanical lifts or service personnel where needed.
During June 2010, the Department’s Aviation Enforcement Office conducted a review and inspection at ASA’s Atlanta offices and airport operations of the carrier’s compliance with Department consumer protection requirements. The Enforcement Office reviewed, among other things, disability-related complaints received by the carrier from January 2009 through May 2010. That review revealed a number of violations of the rules requiring assistance to passengers with disabilities who use wheelchairs.
Of the $200,000 penalty, up to $35,000 may be used to relocate passenger lifts that have been acquired by ASA to airports that the carrier serves in order to supplement and improve enplaning and deplaning services. Up to $40,000 may be used by the carrier to conduct audits and surveys to ensure that its employees are complying with the airline disability rules.
The consent order is available on the Internet at www.regulations.gov, docket DOT-OST-2011-0003. Link to Press Release; http://www.dot.gov/affairs/
Monday, July 11, 2011
Telluride Adaptive - Hiring
Job Title: Development and Special Events Associate
Responsible to: Executive Director
Responsibilities:
A. Event Management: Manage key fundraising events throughout the year including annual Golf Tournament (September), Goin’ Cowboy at the Opera (March), and multiple smaller events as they arise. a. In consultation with the ED, provide lead management role in all event logistics.
b. Create and adhere to specific budget guidelines for each event.
c. Working with the volunteer coordinator, recruit and manage volunteers to assist in event roles.
d. Oversee procurement of auction items for both the Golf Tournament and Goin’ Cowboy events.
B. Resource Development: Support general resource development work a. Maintain a proactive, creative, leadership role in the cultivation and solicitation of individual, corporate, and foundation contributors.
b. Identify potential sources of grant monies and advise the ED for grant application preparation.
c. Write grant proposals in conjunction with the ED as needed.
d. Prepare regular fundraising reports.
e. Review and update TASP information on charitable giving websites, as well as sites maintained by other agencies as appropriate; including social media sites.
a. Build and maintain media relationships
b. Contribute to the production and delivery of the monthly e-newsletter, social media sites, including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and blog
c. In conjunction with ED and program staff, develop, monitor and execute TASP’s outreach and marketing plan
d. Working with the ED, create and distribute all letters of thanks, and letters to the editor as appropriate
e. Maintain donor database-Giftworks
D. Other:a. Provide administrative support to program staff
b. Back-up phone assistance
c. Participate fully as a member of the TASP staff team
d. Other duties as identified
Qualifications:
· Exhibit high level of energy, enthusiasm and initiative· Bachelors degree preferred
· Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills
· Proven ability to manage auctions and other event fundraising work
· Ability to work a flexible schedule; evening and weekend work required
· Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
· Demonstrated computer proficiency: Microsoft Word, Excel, Database Entry, Constant Contact and Internet experience required
· Poses maturity, poise and confidence, high level of personal relation skills and a comfort level when interacting with people from diverse backgrounds
· A valid Driver’s License; must verify own auto insurance
Salary Range: DOE
Status: Full time, ¾ year round with possibility of full time, year round.
To Apply: Please forward resume, three professional references, and a writing sample to director@
Status: Full time, ¾ year round with possibility of full time, year round.
To Apply: Please forward resume, three professional references, and a writing sample to director@
Sunday, July 03, 2011
Skateboard Park-No Barriers
Mark Deschamp gets a lesson in the park on the last day of NB2011!
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