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JUN 22 '95 15:11 CITY OF LINO LAKES <br />:Arc of Anoka & Ramsey Counties <br />A dvncacy. <br />and Supp«rt <br />for people <br />with <br />level oprn en tul <br />(1L.5'Cljlllt 11 c�_�'. <br />and rll+rir <br />f lnii it i'.S <br />May 10, 1995 <br />Marty Asleson <br />City of Lino Lakes <br />Park, Recreation and Forestry Departments <br />7204 Lake Drive <br />Lino Lakes, MN 5501.4 <br />Dear Marty, <br />P. 3/5 <br />As an advocate for people with developmental disabilities, 1 <br />am in support of the city of Lino Lakes developing an <br />inclusive recreation program for individuals with <br />disabilities. Arc of Anoka and Ramsey Counties believes in <br />and supports inclusive environments for individuals with <br />disabilities. <br />Inclusion has many benefits, not only for individuals with <br />disabilities but also for people who do not have <br />disabilities_ The benefits of inclusion are numerous. An <br />increase in options and choices for people With disabilities <br />is just one of the benefits. Inclusion also allows for <br />people with disabilities to develop social skills in an age <br />appropriate setting. Positive relationships with others are <br />started and nurtured, leading to the development of <br />friendships. People develop better self concepts and self <br />esteem_ Individuals with disabilities can be seen as <br />typical not as "special". Individuals experience personal <br />growth and development through risk taking, and by <br />experiencing both success and failures. Persons without <br />disabilities become more accepting of differences and begin <br />to appreciate the capabilities of persons with disabilities. <br />Arc actively supports the inclusion of people with <br />disabilities , across all environments (i.e. school, work, <br />recreation, etc.). Arc believes that everyone benefits from <br />the concept of inclusion! The mission of Arc is to build <br />bridges between people who have developmental disabilities <br />and the larger community through advocacy, service, and <br />support. <br />The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that <br />environments be accessible for people with disabilities. <br />Now that we have accessible buildings, let us open the doors <br />!?!nine Office • 1201 89th Avenue NE • Suite 305 • !Aline, MN_ 553,34-3373.612 7A3-4958 • FAX 713--1700 <br />Smut Paid f1, jfice • -125 Etna Street • Suite 36 • Saint Pact, MN 55106.612 771-1414 • FAX 77R-0419. <br />