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Changes to State Parks Access Pass Program The following link(s) will open in one new tab or window. Should you have any questions regarding this article, please follow the specific contact information provided. The Access Pass provides New York State residents with certain disabilities free entrance to State Parks and free use of campsites, cabins, golf courses, historic sites, and other public places of recreation under the jurisdiction of the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) and the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC). Approximately 34,000 individuals currently hold an Access Pass. OPRHP has proposed revising the state regulations that implement the Access Pass Program. Specifically, two categories of individuals, that previously were eligible to participate in the program, will no longer be eligible to receive an Access Pass. The non-eligible categories include individuals who are semi-ambulatory and individuals receiving federal social security disability or supplemental security income. The Access Pass program will continue to provide free access to State Parks and recreational facilities for individuals who are blind, deaf, non-ambulatory, amputees, disabled veterans, or who have a mental disability.
For more information on the Access Pass changes go to: Access Pass Frequently Asked Questions Why were these changes made to the Access Pass eligibility rules? Since the Access Pass was adopted in 1977, it has grown well beyond its original intent. What started out as a program intended to provide recreational opportunity to individuals with specific disabilities has expanded dramatically over the past 30 years. Will I still be able to use my Access Pass? Individuals who qualified for the program under the following categories will continue to be eligible: blind, deaf, non-ambulatory, amputee, veteran who has a disability, or mental disability. Will my camping reservations still be honored if I have already made them? Camping reservations made prior to May 19, 2010 will be honored. Will I still be able to use my Access Pass for day-use? Yes, all passes will be accepted for day-use for the 2010 season only. Next season, discontinued passes will not be honored.
For more FAQ’s visit:
For Access Pass guidelines and regulations visit: In order for you to view the PDF's which follow some of the links above, you will need Adobe Reader. This is a free download and you can get it by clicking on the "Adobe Link" below.
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September 2010 Contact Us
Phone: 1-800-395-3372 Upcoming DDPC Meetings September 2010: 9/23/10 - Executive Committee Meeting *Notice* Open Government and the New York State Developmental Disabilities Planning Council (DDPC). All DDPC meetings are held in Albany, NY unless otherwise noted. Under law, the New York State Developmental Disabilities Planning Council (DDPC) meetings and DDPC Standing Committee meetings are open meetings. If the public wants to attend, they can attend as observers. Participants may be asked to leave during breaks in the deliberations and when the meeting goes into executive session. If more information, please contact the DDPC directly.
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