Planning

Accessibility Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan

The preparation of an accessibility self-evaluation and transition plan is mandated by regulations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as they apply to the US Department of the Interior. Public entities are required to evaluate their current programs, policies, and practices dealing with accessibility and to develop a strategy for making the necessary changes to improve them.

The NPS released a draft Accessibility Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan for Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial for a 30-day public review and comment period from 11/7 – 12/7/2024. Park staff's efforts did not result in public comments. This plan and its recommended action items are not definitive solutions but describe a strategy to help park staff reach a more accessible destination. Park staff welcome further suggestions from all interested parties who want to continue to improve this important national resource. The final plan:

• Documents existing barriers to accessibility
• Provides recommendations for improving in-park access
• Proposes timeframes to implement changes

Suggested improvements include:

• Providing an accessible shuttle loading zone, restroom, and route to the water's edge
• Improving surfaces and slopes of parking, circulation routes, clear spaces around interpretive site elements, and the memorial plaza
• Addressing gaps in programmatic accessibility

You can find more information and download a copy of the final plan online at:

https://parkplanning.nps.gov/POCH_SETP

 

Foundation Document

Download the Foundation Document Overview or Full Version by clicking the active links, below:
Port Chicago Naval Magazine NM Foundation Document Oveview (pdf. 2.3 MB)
Port Chicago Naval Magazine NM Foundation Document (Full Version) (pdf. 6.8 MB)

For more information about the Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial, contact: [e-mail] or [phone] or write to: Superintendent, Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial, c/o John Muir National Historic Site, 4202 Alhambra Ave, Martinez, CA 94553