Okay, the user wants a detailed but concise summary of this resolution agreement document. Let me start by reading through the content carefully.
First, the document is about the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill complying with Section 504 and Title II of the ADA. The OCR case number is mentioned, so that's important. The main points are the university's commitment to non-discrimination, accessibility benchmarks, remedies, and reporting requirements.
I need to make sure I capture all the key sections without getting too bogged down in details. The summary should start by stating the purpose of the agreement. Then mention the legal compliance aspects. The next part is about the accessibility standards, specifically WCAG 2.0 Level AA.
Then there are the specific actions the university must take: engaging a consultant, submitting policies by a certain date, handling undue burden defenses, and auditing existing content. Each of these points needs to be clearly outlined.
I should check if the user is looking for a summary that's just the main points or if they need more context. The instructions say to be concise but detailed, so I need to include all the main requirements without unnecessary fluff. Also, the user specified to start directly with the content, so no titles or introductions.
Wait, the original text has some sections like "Assurances of Nondiscrimination" and "Benchmarks for Measuring Accessibility." I should mention those as key components. The consultant engagement part has specific deadlines, like November 1, 2017, and June 30, 2018. Those dates are important to include.
Also, the part about the Committee for undue burden defenses needs to be highlighted, including their composition and the requirement for a written statement. The audit section mentions involving the university community with disabilities, so that's another key point.
I need to ensure that the summary is in English, as per the user's request, and doesn't have any markdown. Let me structure each section with clear, concise points. Avoid any jargon but keep the legal terms accurate. Make sure to mention the exceptions for fundamental alterations and undue burdens, and the need for alternative access.
Check for any specific terms that need to be included, like "WCAG 2.0 Level AA" and the OCR case number. Also, the dates and the roles of different university units. Finally, confirm that the summary is detailed enough but not too lengthy. Let me put this all together in a straightforward manner.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill voluntarily entered into a resolution agreement to address OCR Case No. 11-17-2083, ensuring compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Key provisions include:
1. Non-Discrimination Commitment: The university reaffirms its dedication to providing equal access for individuals with disabilities to programs, benefits, and services, including digital platforms, unless doing so would impose an undue burden or fundamental alteration.
2. Accessibility Benchmarks: Online content and functionality must adhere to the W3C’s Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 Level AA standards, ensuring equivalent ease of use and access to information, interactions, and services as for non-disabled peers.
3. Consultant Engagement: The university must identify and submit a qualified consultant (internal or external) to the OCR for approval by November 1, 2017, to assist in developing a Plan for New Content and a Corrective Action Plan. The consultant will audit website content and functionality and help implement training programs.
4. New Content Policies: By June 30, 2018, the university must submit proposed policies and procedures to OCR for approval, ensuring all new or modified online content meets accessibility benchmarks. These policies must include quality assurance measures, budgetary considerations, and contractual provisions for third-party vendors or open-source tools.
5. Undue Burden/Alteration Defenses: If the university claims an undue burden or fundamental alteration, it must do so through a committee comprising representatives from Workforce Strategy, Equity & Engagement, Information Technology Services, and Communications. The claim must be accompanied by a written justification, including cost analysis and resource availability, and must outline equally effective alternative access solutions.
6. Audit of Existing Content: The university will engage an auditor (approved by OCR) to evaluate its website’s accessibility, including home pages, subordinate sites, and third-party or open-source content. The audit will use WCAG 2.0 Level AA as the benchmark unless OCR permits an alternative standard.
7. Reporting Requirements: The university must submit the approved Plan for New Content to OCR within 45 days of approval, along with evidence of its adoption, distribution, and implementation details.
The agreement emphasizes accountability, integration of accessibility standards, and collaboration with stakeholders to ensure equitable access for individuals with disabilities in all online University activities.
