AB 2535: Department of Parks and Recreation: grants: playgrounds and play structures: disability access.
- Session Year: 2021-2022
- House: Assembly
- Latest Version Date: 2022-06-15
Existing law establishes within the Natural Resources Agency the Department of Parks and Recreation, which controls the state park system.
Existing law provides a process for the establishment of recreation and park districts. Existing law authorizes a recreation and park district to accept any revenue, money, grants, goods, or services from any federal, state, regional, or local agency or from any person for any lawful purpose of the district.
This bill would, to the extent not in conflict with the terms of an existing park grant program or applicable bond act, or the requirements of any other funding source, for any grant application submitted on and after January 1, 2023, prohibit the Department of Parks and Recreation, or any other state agency, from awarding any grant funds to a recreation and park district grant applicant for purposes of constructing or rehabilitating a playground or play structure, unless the playground or play structure that is proposed for construction or rehabilitation has disability access, as defined. complies with the United States Department of Justices 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design. The bill would, to the extent not in conflict with the terms of an existing park grant program or applicable bond act, or the requirements of any other funding source, for any grant application submitted on and after January 1, 2024, prohibit the Department of Parks and Recreation, or any other state agency, from awarding any grant funds to a grant applicant for purposes of constructing or rehabilitating a playground or play structure, unless the playground or play structure that is proposed for construction or rehabilitation complies with the United States Department of Justices 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design and the standards to be adopted by the Department of Parks and Recreation on or before January 1, 2024, as provided.
Existing law provides a process for the establishment of recreation and park districts. Existing law authorizes a recreation and park district to accept any revenue, money, grants, goods, or services from any federal, state, regional, or local agency or from any person for any lawful purpose of the district.
This bill would, to the extent not in conflict with the terms of an existing park grant program or applicable bond act, or the requirements of any other funding source, for any grant application submitted on and after January 1, 2023, prohibit the Department of Parks and Recreation, or any other state agency, from awarding any park grant funds to a recreation and park district with for purposes of constructing or rehabilitating a playground or play structure, unless the playground or play structure that is proposed for construction or rehabilitation has disability access, as defined.
Existing law provides a process for the establishment of recreation and park districts. Existing law authorizes a recreation and park district to accept any revenue, money, grants, goods, or services from any federal, state, regional, or local agency or from any person for any lawful purpose of the district.
This bill would, to the extent not in conflict with the terms of an existing park grant program or applicable bond act, or the requirements of any other funding source, for any grant application submitted on and after January 1, 2023, prohibit the Department of Parks and Recreation, or any other state agency, from awarding any park grant funds to a recreation and park district with a playground or play structure, unless the playground or play structure has disability access. access, as defined.
Existing law provides a process for the establishment of recreation and park districts. Existing law authorizes a recreation and park district to accept any revenue, money, grants, goods, or services from any federal, state, regional, or local agency or from any person for any lawful purpose of the district.
This bill would, to the extent not in conflict with the terms of an existing park grant program or applicable bond act, or the requirements of any other funding source, prohibit the Department of Parks and Recreation, or any other state agency, from awarding any park grant funds to a recreation and park district with a playground or play structure, unless the playground or play structure has disability access.
Existing law creates the Office of Farm to Fork within the Department of Food and Agriculture, which is under the control of the Secretary of Food and Agriculture, and requires the office, to the extent that resources are available, to work with various entities, including, among others, the agricultural industry and other organizations involved in promoting food access, to increase the amount of agricultural products available to underserved communities and schools in the state.This bill would establish the Farm to School Incubator Grant Program, which would be administered by the office, for the purpose of awarding grants to eligible entities in order to support projects that cultivate equity, nurture pupils, build climate resilience, and create scalable and sustainable change. The bill would require the program to offer 4 funding tracks to award grants: Track 1 - The California Farm to School Innovation Grant, Track 2 - The California Regional Partnerships Grant, Track 3 - The California Farm to Early Care and Education Grant, and Track 4 - The California Farm to School Producer Grant. The bill would require, under Track 1, the office to award grants ranging from $20,000 to $500,000 per project to local educational agencies, as defined, throughout the state for projects that focus on establishing new or expanding existing integrated farm to school programs, as specified. The bill would require, under Track 2, the office to award grants ranging from $10,000 to $250,000 per project to partnerships of eligible entities to expand existing farm to school initiatives and increase collaboration and coordination between producers and schools and to provide funding for infrastructure, transportation, coordination, and planning. The bill would also authorize the office to develop initiatives and use program funding for specified purposes relating to farm to school programs.Existing law creates the Office of Farm to Fork within the Department of Food and Agriculture, which is under the control of the Secretary of Food and Agriculture, and requires the office, to the extent that resources are available, to work with various entities, including, among others, the agricultural industry and other organizations involved in promoting food access, to increase the amount of agricultural products available to underserved communities and schools in the state.
This bill would establish the Farm to School Incubator Grant Program, which would be administered by the office, for the purpose of awarding grants to eligible entities in order to support projects that cultivate equity, nurture pupils, build climate resilience, and create scalable and sustainable change. The bill would require the program to offer 4 funding tracks to award grants: Track 1 - The California Farm to School Innovation Grant, Track 2 - The California Regional Partnerships Grant, Track 3 - The California Farm to Early Care and Education Grant, and Track 4 - The California Farm to School Producer Grant. The bill would require, under Track 1, the office to award grants ranging from $20,000 to $500,000 per project to local educational agencies, as defined, throughout the state for projects that focus on establishing new or expanding existing integrated farm to school programs, as specified. The bill would require, under Track 2, the office to award grants ranging from $10,000 to $250,000 per project to partnerships of eligible entities to expand existing farm to school initiatives and increase collaboration and coordination between producers and schools and to provide funding for infrastructure, transportation, coordination, and planning. The bill would also authorize the office to develop initiatives and use program funding for specified purposes relating to farm to school programs.
Existing law establishes in state government the California Date Commission, composed of 6 date handlers from District 1 and authorized to include one public member, as specified. Existing law specifies that District 1 consists of all of Riverside County.This bill would make a nonsubstantive change to the latter provision.Existing law establishes in state government the California Date Commission, composed of 6 date handlers from District 1 and authorized to include one public member, as specified. Existing law specifies that District 1 consists of all of Riverside County.
This bill would make a nonsubstantive change to the latter provision.
The Legislature finds and declares all of the following:
(a)Playing at the playground is an essential part of childhood, providing physical exercise and helping to develop cognitive, emotional, and social skills.
(b)Playgrounds throughout the state should be more accessible and inclusive for those with physical and mental disabilities.
(c)Accessible and inclusive playgrounds teach children to value equality and fairness, which has long-lasting positive effects on the community and helps create an inclusive society where everyone enjoys equal opportunities.
(d)Accessible playgrounds allow all children to access and use a variety of playground equipment.
(e)Accessible playgrounds also allow adults with disabilities to have the opportunity to spend time with their children or grandchildren in an accessible and inclusive playground.
(f)An inclusive playground allows children of all abilities and developmental stages to play in the same space and creates a nurturing environment for all.
(g)Kids on the autism spectrum or those with sensory integration disorders need playground equipment that stimulates their senses without overwhelming them. This can be accomplished by offering cozy, quiet spaces, establishing perimeter paths and fences, and providing a wayfinding system that includes an orientation path.
(h)A positive, enriching playground helps children develop a sense of identity, and boosts their confidence and self-esteem as they learn new skills and make friends.
SEC. 2.Section 5788.18 is added to the Public Resources Code, to read:5788.18.(a)To the extent not in conflict with the terms of an existing park grant program or applicable bond act, or the requirements of any other funding source, for any grant application submitted on and after January 1, 2023, the department, or any other state agency, shall not award any grant funds to a recreation and park district grant applicant for purposes of constructing or rehabilitating a playground or play structure, unless the playground or play structure that is proposed for construction or rehabilitation has disability access. complies with the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design adopted by the United States Department of Justice and published on September 15, 2010.
(b)For purposes of this section, disability access means all of the following:(1)Accessible, unobstructed routes to the playground and connecting play equipment.(2)Includes at least one type of ground level play component on an accessible route.(3)Contains ramps that have handrails on both sides.(4)Uses safety surfacing that meets criteria established by the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. Sec. 12010 et seq.).(5)Includes sensory-stimulating activities.(6)Includes equipment designed to be inclusive for kids on the autism spectrum.(b)To the extent not in conflict with the terms of an existing park grant program or applicable bond act, or the requirements of any other funding source, for any grant application submitted on and after January 1, 2024, the department, or any other state agency, shall not award any grant funds to a grant applicant for purposes of constructing or rehabilitating a playground or play structure, unless the playground or play structure that is proposed for construction or rehabilitation complies with both of the following:
(1)The 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design adopted by the United States Department of Justice and published on September 15, 2010.
(2)The standards adopted by the department pursuant to subdivision (c).
(c)(1)On or before January 1, 2024, the department, in consultation with the State Council on Developmental Disabilities, shall adopt standards for providing disability access to playgrounds and play structures in a manner that is inclusive for children with sensory, developmental, or intellectual disabilities.
(2)(A)Before adopting the standards pursuant to paragraph (1), the department shall prepare draft standards and make those draft standards available for comments from all of the following entities:
(i)Organizations that represent people with disabilities, including people with physical, sensory, developmental, or intellectual disabilities.
(ii)Parents of children with disabilities, including children with physical, sensory, developmental, or intellectual disabilities.
(iii)Self-advocates for people with disabilities, including people with physical, sensory, developmental, or intellectual disabilities.
(iv)Public agencies that make playgrounds or play structures available for public or childrens use, including cities, counties, school districts, and park and recreation districts.
(B)The department shall consider the comments from the entities described in clauses (i) to (iv), inclusive, of subparagraph (A) before adopting the standards pursuant to paragraph (1).
(3)The department may contract with an entity to prepare the standards required by this subdivision.
The Legislature finds and declares all of the following:
(a)Playing at the playground is an essential part of childhood, which provides providing physical exercise and helps helping to develop cognitive, emotional, and social skills.
(b)Playgrounds throughout the state should be more accessible and inclusive for those with physical and mental disabilities.
(c)Accessible and inclusive playgrounds teach children to value equality and fairness, which has long-lasting positive effects on the community and helps create an inclusive society where everyone enjoys equal opportunities.
(d)Accessible playgrounds allow all children to access and use a variety of playground equipment.
(e)Accessible playgrounds also allow adults with disabilities to have the opportunity to spend time with their children or grandchildren in an accessible and inclusive playground.
(f)An inclusive playground allows children of all abilities and developmental stages to play in the same space and creates a nurturing environment for all.
(g)Kids on the autism spectrum or those with sensory integration disorders need playground equipment that stimulate stimulates their senses without overwhelming them. This can be accomplished by offering cozy, quiet spaces, establishing perimeter paths and fences, and providing a wayfinding system that includes an orientation path.
(h)A positive, enriching playground helps children develop a sense of identity, and boosts their confidence and self-esteem as they learn new skills and make friends.
SEC. 2.Section 5788.18 is added to the Public Resources Code, to read:5788.18.(a)To the extent not in conflict with the terms of an existing park grant program or applicable bond act, or the requirements of any other funding source, for any grant application submitted on and after January 1, 2023, the department, or any other state agency, shall not award any park grant funds to a recreation and park district with for purposes of constructing or rehabilitating a playground or play structure, unless the playground or play structure that is proposed for construction or rehabilitation has disability access.
(b)For purposes of this section, disability access means all of the following:
(1)Accessible, unobstructed routes to the playground and connecting play equipment.
(2)Includes at least one type of ground level play component on an accessible route.
(3)Contains ramps that have handrails on both sides.
(4)Uses safety surfacing that meets criteria established by the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. Sec. 12010 et seq.).
(5)Includes sensory-stimulating activities.
(6)Includes equipment designed to be inclusive for kids on the autism spectrum.
The Legislature finds and declares all of the following:
(a)Playing at the playground is an essential part of childhood, which provides physical exercise and helps to develop cognitive, emotional, and social skills.
(b)Playgrounds throughout the state should be more accessible and inclusive for those with physical and mental disabilities.
(c)Accessible and inclusive playgrounds teach children to value equality and fairness, which has long-lasting positive effects on the community and helps create an inclusive society where everyone enjoys equal opportunities.
(d)Accessible playgrounds allow all children to access and use a variety of playground equipment.
(e)Accessible playgrounds also allow adults with disabilities to have the opportunity to spend time with their children or grandchildren in an accessible and inclusive playground.
(f)An inclusive playground allows children of all abilities and developmental stages to play in the same space and creates a nurturing environment for all.
(g)Kids on the autism spectrum or those with sensory integration disorders need playground equipment that stimulate their senses without overwhelming them. This can be accomplished by offering cozy, quiet spaces, establishing perimeter paths and fences, and providing a wayfinding system that includes an orientation path.
(h)A positive, enriching playground helps children develop a sense of identity, and boosts their confidence and self-esteem as they learn new skills and make friends.
SECTION 1.SEC. 2.Section 5788.18 is added to the Public Resources Code, to read:5788.18.(a)To the extent not in conflict with the terms of an existing park grant program or applicable bond act, or the requirements of any other funding source, for any grant application submitted on and after January 1, 2023, the department, or any other state agency, shall not award any park grant funds to a recreation and park district with a playground or play structure, unless the playground or play structure has disability access.
(b)For purposes of this section, disability access means all of the following:
(1)Accessible, unobstructed routes to the playground and connecting play equipment.
(2)Includes at least one type of ground level play component on an accessible route.
(3)Contains ramps that have handrails on both sides.
(4)Uses safety surfacing that meets criteria established by the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. Sec. 12010 et seq.).
(5)Includes sensory-stimulating activities.
(6)Includes equipment designed to be inclusive for kids on the autism spectrum.
To the extent not in conflict with the terms of an existing park grant program or applicable bond act, or the requirements of any other funding source, the department, or any other state agency, shall not award any park grant funds to a recreation and park district with a playground or play structure, unless the playground or play structure has disability access.
SECTION 1.Article 11 (commencing with Section 595) is added to Chapter 3 of Part 1 of Division 1 of the Food and Agricultural Code, to read:11.Farm to School Incubator Grant Program595.For purposes of this article, the following definitions apply:(a)Farm to school partners means food producers, producer networks or associations, farmer or rancher cooperatives, majority controlled producer-based business ventures, food councils, local or tribal governments, nonprofit corporations, economic development corporations, public benefit corporations, community supported agriculture networks or associations, regional farmers market associations, county agencies or regional authorities, philanthropic organizations, institutions of higher education, or commercial, federal, or farm credit system lending institutions.(b)Food producers includes people who produce food in a variety of ways, such as farmers, ranchers, and fishers, and people using indigenous agricultural practices.(c)Local educational agency means a school district, county office of education, or charter school.(d)Office means the Office of Farm to Fork in the department.(e)Program means the Farm to School Incubator Grant Program.595.1.(a)The Farm to School Incubator Grant Program is hereby established for the purpose of awarding grants to eligible entities in order to support projects that cultivate equity, nurture pupils, build climate resilience, and create scalable and sustainable change.(b)The program shall be administered by the Office of Farm to Fork in the department.(c)The program shall offer the following four funding tracks to award grants:(1)Track 1 - The California Farm to School Innovation Grant.(2)Track 2 - The California Regional Partnerships Grant.(3)Track 3 - The California Farm to Early Care and Education Grant.(4)Track 4 - The California Farm to School Producer Grant.(d)Applicants shall be limited to one application for each funding track.595.2.(a)Under Track 1 - The California Farm to School Innovation Grant, the office shall award grants ranging from twenty thousand dollars ($20,000) to five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000) per project to local educational agencies throughout the state. Projects shall be selected through a competitive process and shall focus on establishing new or expanding existing integrated farm to school programs that do both of the following: (1)Procure California-grown or California-produced whole or minimally processed foods.(2)Integrate the foods described in paragraph (1) into school meals and coordinate educational opportunities between the cafeteria, classroom, and community.(b)Local educational agencies with preschool or special education programs are encouraged to include those programs in their projects.(c)Local educational agencies within agricultural communities are encouraged to coordinate with local farmers and ranchers to learn about their regional specialty foods.595.3.(a)Under Track 2 - The California Regional Partnerships Grant, the office shall award grants ranging from ten thousand dollars ($10,000) to two hundred fifty thousand dollars ($250,000) per project to partnerships of eligible entities to expand existing farm to school initiatives and increase collaboration and coordination between producers and the schools they serve and to provide funding for infrastructure, transportation, coordination, and planning.(b)Eligible entities for grants under this section shall be local educational agencies and farm to school partners.(c)Partnerships of eligible entities shall include at least two local educational agencies and at least one regional farm to school partner. Any of the entities in the partnership may serve as the lead applicant. The other entities shall provide letters of commitment as part of an application for a grant.595.4.Under the program, the office may also develop initiatives and use program funding to do any of the following:(a)Pilot local farm to school staff positions.(b)Support school kitchen infrastructure funding. (c)Increase school nutrition budgets and processing equipment for farms.(d)Build regional farm to school hubs to support program grantees and school leaders at the local level with farm to school planning and implementation.(e)Identify specific areas for philanthropic and private sector support, focusing on food safety certifications, school kitchen infrastructure, tribal farm to school programs, low or no interest loan programs for producers and schools, or additional needs as they are identified.(f)Strategically partner with community-based organizations, state agencies, local governments, and universities to coordinate regionally and support local farm to school planning and implementation.(g)Invest in regional marketplace specialists.(h)Establish equity and impact goals.(i)Develop the farm to school workforce.(j)Create online accessibility.For purposes of this article, the following definitions apply:
(a)Farm to school partners means food producers, producer networks or associations, farmer or rancher cooperatives, majority controlled producer-based business ventures, food councils, local or tribal governments, nonprofit corporations, economic development corporations, public benefit corporations, community supported agriculture networks or associations, regional farmers market associations, county agencies or regional authorities, philanthropic organizations, institutions of higher education, or commercial, federal, or farm credit system lending institutions.
(b)Food producers includes people who produce food in a variety of ways, such as farmers, ranchers, and fishers, and people using indigenous agricultural practices.
(c)Local educational agency means a school district, county office of education, or charter school.
(d)Office means the Office of Farm to Fork in the department.
(e)Program means the Farm to School Incubator Grant Program.
595.1.(a)The Farm to School Incubator Grant Program is hereby established for the purpose of awarding grants to eligible entities in order to support projects that cultivate equity, nurture pupils, build climate resilience, and create scalable and sustainable change.
(b)The program shall be administered by the Office of Farm to Fork in the department.
(c)The program shall offer the following four funding tracks to award grants:
(1)Track 1 - The California Farm to School Innovation Grant.
(2)Track 2 - The California Regional Partnerships Grant.
(3)Track 3 - The California Farm to Early Care and Education Grant.
(4)Track 4 - The California Farm to School Producer Grant.
(d)Applicants shall be limited to one application for each funding track.
595.2.(a)Under Track 1 - The California Farm to School Innovation Grant, the office shall award grants ranging from twenty thousand dollars ($20,000) to five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000) per project to local educational agencies throughout the state. Projects shall be selected through a competitive process and shall focus on establishing new or expanding existing integrated farm to school programs that do both of the following:
(1)Procure California-grown or California-produced whole or minimally processed foods.
(2)Integrate the foods described in paragraph (1) into school meals and coordinate educational opportunities between the cafeteria, classroom, and community.
(b)Local educational agencies with preschool or special education programs are encouraged to include those programs in their projects.
(c)Local educational agencies within agricultural communities are encouraged to coordinate with local farmers and ranchers to learn about their regional specialty foods.
595.3.(a)Under Track 2 - The California Regional Partnerships Grant, the office shall award grants ranging from ten thousand dollars ($10,000) to two hundred fifty thousand dollars ($250,000) per project to partnerships of eligible entities to expand existing farm to school initiatives and increase collaboration and coordination between producers and the schools they serve and to provide funding for infrastructure, transportation, coordination, and planning.
(b)Eligible entities for grants under this section shall be local educational agencies and farm to school partners.
(c)Partnerships of eligible entities shall include at least two local educational agencies and at least one regional farm to school partner. Any of the entities in the partnership may serve as the lead applicant. The other entities shall provide letters of commitment as part of an application for a grant.
595.4.Under the program, the office may also develop initiatives and use program funding to do any of the following:
(a)Pilot local farm to school staff positions.
(b)Support school kitchen infrastructure funding.
(c)Increase school nutrition budgets and processing equipment for farms.
(d)Build regional farm to school hubs to support program grantees and school leaders at the local level with farm to school planning and implementation.
(e)Identify specific areas for philanthropic and private sector support, focusing on food safety certifications, school kitchen infrastructure, tribal farm to school programs, low or no interest loan programs for producers and schools, or additional needs as they are identified.
(f)Strategically partner with community-based organizations, state agencies, local governments, and universities to coordinate regionally and support local farm to school planning and implementation.
(g)Invest in regional marketplace specialists.
(h)Establish equity and impact goals.
(i)Develop the farm to school workforce.
(j)Create online accessibility.
SECTION 1.Section 77752 of the Food and Agricultural Code is amended to read:77752.District 1 consists of all of the County of Riverside. Additional districts may be added pursuant to Section 77752.5, and shall be numbered consecutively beginning with District 2, as each new district becomes subject to this chapter.District 1 consists of all of Riverside County. the County of Riverside. Additional districts may be added pursuant to Section 77752.5, and shall be numbered consecutively beginning with District 2, as each new district becomes subject to this chapter.
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| Aug 11, 2022 | In committee: Held under submission. |
| Jun 27, 2022 | In committee: Referred to suspense file. |
| Jun 15, 2022 | Read second time and amended. Re-referred to Com. on APPR. |
| Jun 14, 2022 | From committee: Amend, and do pass as amended and re-refer to Com. on APPR with recommendation: To Consent Calendar. (Ayes 9. Noes 0.) (June 14). |
| Jun 1, 2022 | Referred to Com. on N.R. & W. |
| May 24, 2022 | In Senate. Read first time. To Com. on RLS. for assignment. |
| May 23, 2022 | Read third time. Passed. Ordered to the Senate. (Ayes 74. Noes 0. Page 4855.) |
| May 19, 2022 | From committee: Do pass. (Ayes 16. Noes 0.) (May 19). |
| May 11, 2022 | In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to suspense file. |
| Apr 28, 2022 | Re-referred to Com. on APPR. |
| Apr 27, 2022 | Read second time and amended. |
| Apr 26, 2022 | From committee: Amend, and do pass as amended and re-refer to Com. on APPR. (Ayes 15. Noes 0.) (April 26). |
| Apr 19, 2022 | Re-referred to Com. on W.,P., & W. |
| Apr 18, 2022 | From committee chair, with author's amendments: Amend, and re-refer to Com. on W.,P., & W. Read second time and amended. |
| Mar 28, 2022 | Re-referred to Com. on AGRI. |
| Mar 24, 2022 | From committee chair, with author's amendments: Amend, and re-refer to Com. on AGRI. Read second time and amended. |
| Mar 21, 2022 | Re-referred to Com. on AGRI. |
| Mar 17, 2022 | Referred to Coms. on AGRI. and ED. |
| Feb 18, 2022 | From printer. May be heard in committee March 20. |
| Feb 17, 2022 | Read first time. To print. |
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| May 23, 2022 | AB 2535 Eduardo Garcia Assembly Third Reading | Assembly Floor |
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