The City of Tempe will reasonably modify its policies, practices and procedures in order to make them accessible to qualified persons with disabilities. For accommodations (such as an interpreter, alternative formats, etc.), or questions regarding Arizona disability accessibility, please call 480/350-2905. For other questions, please call the City of Tempe switchboard: 480/967-2001 TTY: 480/350-8400 or visit our website, www.tempe.gov.

Using and Obtaining a Disabled Parking Placard
All disabled parking permits are valid for parking in designated accessible parking spaces, no matter the state or country of origin. Make sure the state or province on the placard matches the license plate of the vehicle or you may be subject to a fine. Your placard allows you to park in the Arizona disability accessible spaces and most metered parking spaces without having to pay. All metered public parking is free in the Mill Avenue District to vehicles displaying disability plates or a placard. This is not the case on ASU campus where paid decals may be needed. Some private lots may not offer discounts to permit holders.

If you are from out of state or from another country and need a placard, you can obtain a temporary travel placard online at www.azdot.gov/mvd/formsandpub/mvd.asp. Type in form number 96-0104. You can also call 602/255-0072 or TTY: 602/712-3222. You will need to visit an MVD office with the completed application and medical certification to obtain the placard.

Most other states and Canadian provinces honor Arizona disability plates and placards, However, it is a good idea to contact the appropriate motor vehicle authorities when traveling outside Arizona.

City Hall - 31 E. Fifth St., Tempe 85281*

Offices of the Mayor and City Council, other city administrative offices, Council Chambers in garden level with accessible restrooms and automatic doors at main north entrance and Council Chamber entrance. There is a ramp from west parking lot (northwest corner) of the garden level. There is also an accessible route on the south side of the west parking lot (no access to garden level). Assistive listening devices available upon request for Arizona disability residents and visitors to City Council meetings.

Orchid House
21 E. Sixth St. 2nd floor, Tempe, AZ 85281*
Community Development Department:
480/350-8028
Housing: 480/350-8950
TTY: 480/350-8913
City Attorney offices:
480/350-8227

Elevator and entrance (with automatic doors) on north side of building. Fully accessible public restrooms. Lowered counters and automatic doors in Housing Dept. offices for visitors with a disability.

Municipal Building-20 E. Sixth St., Tempe, AZ 85281*
Human Resources: 480/350-8278
24-hour Job line: 480/350-8217 TTY: 480/350-8400
Utilities Customer Service: 480/350-8361
Automatic doors at entrance and lowered counters.

Edna Vihel Center for the Arts-3340 S. Rural Rd.,
Tempe, AZ 85252 480/350-5287

Classes and workshops for children and adults. Arizona disability accessible parking on south side. South entrance has automatic door. Lift to stage.

* Accessible parking for above buildings in the lot west of City Hall and in the parking structure to the east of City Hall on Fifth St.; on Sixth St. and underground parking with entrances off of Sixth & Seventh Steets. Parking in downtown Tempe is FREE at any metered space with disabled plates or placard.

Peterson House Museum-1441 W. Southern Ave.,
Tempe, AZ 85282 480/350-5151

1892 Victorian Queen Anne-style house. Arizona disability accessible parking. Accessible entrance in back, push button for assistance. Ground floor rooms (except kitchen) accessible, video of second floor available. Written script of tour upon request. Touch tours with advance notice.

Tempe History Museum-809 E. Southern Ave.,
Tempe, AZ 85282 480/350-5100

Automatic doors, lowered counters. Wheelchair available upon request. Docent-led tours and scripts of tours available with advance notice.

Tempe Public Library-3500 S. Rural Rd.,
Tempe, AZ 85282 480/350-5500 TTY: 480/350-5050

Zoomtext on computers, limited collection of Braille books and magazines, descriptive videos, recorded books, large print books and magazines. Homebound delivery services for qualified Tempe Arizona disability residents. Wheelchair available. Youth Library has Braille and large print, as well as the Caitlin Benson collection which encourages children to respect differences and appreciate similarities in themselves and others through reading.

Tempe Center for the Arts - 700 W. Rio Salado Pkwy.,
Tempe, AZ 85281 480/350-2829 or 480/350-2822 (box office)

Theatrical and dance performances; wheelchair seating available. Accessible parking available.

Police Department & Tempe Municipal Court Building
120-140 East Fifth St., Tempe, AZ 85281
Court: 480/350-8271 - Police: 480/350-8306

Secured public entrance; security officers provide additional assistance if needed. Accessible parking, fully accessible public restrooms, Braille signage, lowered counters and telephone. Wheelchairs and assistive listening devices available upon request. Specialized court services for qualified persons with serious mental illness.

Fire Administration & Fire Station 1-1400 East Apache Blvd.,
Tempe, AZ 85281 480/858-7200

Accessible parking, lowered counter, fully accessible public restrooms. Fire safety and emergency information for Arizona disability residents and visitors. Free blood pressure checks.

Adapted Recreation Activities & Services
www.tempe.gov/adaptedrecreation/ - 480/858-2469
The City of Tempe offers many recreational Arizona disability activities and programs designed for children and adults with disabilities. Programs and classes offered through Adapted Recreation include:

• After School Programs for Teens
• Unified Bowling Sports Program
• Special Olympics Programs
• Summer Camp
• Dancing
• Baseball
• Bingo
• Childrens Swim Lessons
• And more Arizona disability activities!

The City of Tempe Adapted Recreation Program also offers a new Individual Assessment Program for Tempe residents who are having difficulty locating Arizona accessible recreation resources.

Individuals may register at the Parks and Recreation Administration Office, 3500 S. Rural Rd. (2nd floor of the Tempe Public Library).

Tempe Parks - Arizona Disability Information

City of Tempe Parks & Recreation Department
3500 S. Rural Rd. | 480-350-5200 | TTY: 480-350-5050
Fax: 480-350-5058 | www.tempe.gov/parks/

An "X" IN THE RESTROOMS CATEGORY INDICATES: Door clearance of at least 32", 5x5 turnaround space in restroom and/or stall. Roll under sink with 27" knee clearance. Grab bars on back wall and one side of toilet. Toilet height 17" - 19"; 18" center of toilet from closest wall/partitions.
* INDICATES LIMITED ACCESSIBILITY
 

Tempe Parks
	Restrooms	Parking	Ramadas	Accessible Playground	Other Accessible Features
Evelyn Hallman Park, 1900 N. College Ave.	X	X			Accessible Lake Edge
Daley Park, 1625 S. College Ave.	X	X	X	X	Outdoor Court
Escalante Community Center & Park 2150 E. Orange St.	X	X	X	X	Outdoor Courts; Zero Depth Entry Pool (seasonal)
Hanger Park, 501 E. Knox Rd.	*		X	X	Outdoor Courts
Indian Bend Wash Habitat Curry Rd & Miller Rd.		X		X	Accessible Multi-use Path
Jaycee Park 817 W. Fifth St.	*	X	X	X	Splash Playground (seasonal), Outdoor Courts
Kiwanis Park 5500 S. Mill Ave. at All America Way	X	X	X	X-Covered	Outdoor Courts
Kiwanis Recreation Center 6111 S. All America Way	X	X			Indoor Zero Depth Entry Pool
Papago Park, 1000 N. College Ave.	*	X	X	X
Pyle Adult Recreation Center 655 E. Southern Ave.	X	X			Adult Activities & Art Classes
Tempe Beach Park/Baseball Park	X	X			Splash Playground (seasonal); Accessible Ballfield; Boat Docks; Multi-use Paths; Water Fountains
Tempe Diablo Stadium 2200 W. Alameda Drive	X	X			72 Wheelchair Spaces; 72 Companion Spaces; ADA Accessible Dugouts; Assistance provided from ramps to seats upon request during Spring Training
Tempe Town Lake Marina 550 E. Tempe Town Lake Dr	X	X			Water Muse & Pool Plaza Art Features; Boat Dock; Multi-use Paths; Water Fountain
Westside Community Center 715 W. Fifth St.	*	X			Adjacent to Jaycee Park