Accessibility Statement

Last Updated: April 14th, 2026

Our Commitment to Accessibility

The Streamwood Park District strives to make its web content accessible to all visitors,
including individuals with disabilities. Ongoing efforts are made to provide an inclusive
digital experience. Accessibility and usability improvements to the Streamwood Park
District’s web content is an ongoing priority.

1. Standards We Follow

This website is designed and developed to align with the technical standards set forth in
Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
(WCAG) 2.1, Level AA — the internationally recognized standard for web accessibility
published by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C).

These guidelines address a broad range of recommendations for making web content
more accessible to people with disabilities, including those with visual, auditory,
physical, speech, cognitive, and neurological disabilities.

2. Accessibility Features

Streamwood Park District’s web content incorporates the accessibility features of the
WCAG 2.1, Level AA, including, but not limited to:

Keyboard navigation — Interactive elements and pages are intended to be
accessible and operable using a keyboard
Screen reader compatibility — Content is structured with semantic HTML to
support assistive technologies such as screen readers
Text alternatives — Efforts are made to provide descriptive alternative text for
images and non-text content
Readable content — Text is intended to be presented in a clear, readable format
with adequate color contrast
Consistent navigation — Navigation menus and page layouts are designed to
be consistent across the website
Resizable text — The site is designed to support browser-based text resizing
without significant loss of content or functionality
Form accessibility — Form fields are intended to include associated labels,
clear instructions, and accessible error messaging
Focus indicators — Visible focus states are intended for interactive elements to
assist keyboard users
Skip navigation links — Where implemented, skip-to-content links allow users
to bypass repetitive navigation

3. Ongoing Efforts

Accessibility is an ongoing effort. The Streamwood Park District is continuously taking
action to support improvements to its web content, including, but not limited to:

Regular testing with automated accessibility scanning tools
Manual testing with screen readers and keyboard-only navigation
Incorporating accessibility best practices into our design and development process
Providing accessibility training and awareness for team members involved in content creation and development
Reviewing and updating this website to address identified issues and adopt evolving best practices

4. Known Limitations/Exceptions

While we strive for comprehensive accessibility, some content, in accordance with Title
II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, may not fully meet all accessibility technical
standards. Known limitations may include:

Third-party content where the third-party is not posting under contractual, licensing, or similar arrangements with the Streamwood Park District
Certain archived web content
Conforming alternate versions of web content where it is not possible to make web content directly accessible due to technical or legal limitations

We are actively working to address any identified gaps and improve the accessibility of
all web content. Regardless of any limitations, the Streamwood Park District is
committed to providing individuals with disabilities with effective communication,
reasonable modifications, and equal opportunity to participate in or benefit from
Streamwood Park District’s services, activities and programs. Any individuals with
disabilities who require an accessible version of content should contact the Streamwood
Park District as directed in Paragraph 5 below.

5. Feedback and Assistance

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of this website. If you encounter any
barriers or have difficulty accessing any content, please contact Jerzy Skowron at
jskowron@spdcares.com. When reaching out, please include:

A description of the accessibility issue you experienced
The page or content where you encountered the issue
Your contact information so we can follow up with you

Accessibility feedback is valued, and reasonable efforts should be made to review and
address reported issues. If you require alternative methods to communicate
accessibility feedback, the Streamwood Park District will provide reasonable
modifications.

6. Compatibility

This website is designed with the intent of being compatible with common assistive technologies and environments, which may include:

Modern web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) with built-in accessibility features
Screen readers including VoiceOver (macOS/iOS), NVDA (Windows), and JAWS (Windows)
Operating system accessibility settings for text scaling, high contrast, and reduced motion

For the best experience, we recommend using the latest version of your preferred browser.

7. Legal Compliance

This website is designed with the goal of aligning with applicable accessibility laws and
regulations, which may include but are not limited to:

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA
Any applicable state or local accessibility requirements

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about the accessibility of this website or require assistance
accessing any content, please contact Jerzy Skowron at jskowron@spdcares.com.