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Executive Session Transparency Concerns
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In Ohio, executive session confidentiality cannot be used to deny transparency in reasonable accommodation requests. The Fair Housing Act and ADA require clear communication and an interactive process. Formally request a written explanation from the board, citing your rights. If uncooperative, file a complaint with the Ohio Civil Rights Commission or HUD.Full Conversation
i am the disabled resident. i made a request for an RA, the board said they went into an executive session and it was accepted (in full). the board is now only wanting to uphold the RA as they "understand it" (their exact words), but i was specific in my request. no interactive process occurred before it was accepted, they asked for no clarifications. i have asked for clarification of their process and why they are only upholding parts of the accommodation, and they are now hiding behind the executive session...saying they can't divulge that discussion. so i feel they are using that privilege to avoid my need for explanations of their reasonings.
It seems like you’re dealing with a challenging situation regarding your reasonable accommodation request. In Ohio, reasonable accommodations must follow the Fair Housing Act and Americans with Disabilities Act standards.
- The interactive process is crucial in RA requests.
- Boards must provide clear reasons for decisions on accommodations.
- Executive session confidentiality shouldn’t be used to avoid transparency.
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- The interactive process is crucial in RA requests.
- Boards must provide clear reasons for decisions on accommodations.
- Executive session confidentiality shouldn’t be used to avoid transparency.
Would you like to be connected with local lawyers who can help with your case?
no, legal costs are beyond my finances. i am looking for insight on how to go forward. how do i get it across to this board that i do have the right to know why they are only upholding parts of the accommodation?
Understood. Here are some steps you can take to address the situation:
- Request Written Explanation: Formally request a written explanation from the board detailing the reasons for only upholding parts of your accommodation.
- Cite Legal Rights: Reference your rights under the Fair Housing Act and Americans with Disabilities Act, emphasizing the need for transparency and the interactive process.
- Mediation/Conciliation: Suggest mediation or conciliation through a fair housing organization to resolve the issue.
- File a Complaint: If the board remains uncooperative, you can file a complaint with the Ohio Civil Rights Commission or the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Taking these steps can help you assert your rights and seek a resolution.
- Request Written Explanation: Formally request a written explanation from the board detailing the reasons for only upholding parts of your accommodation.
- Cite Legal Rights: Reference your rights under the Fair Housing Act and Americans with Disabilities Act, emphasizing the need for transparency and the interactive process.
- Mediation/Conciliation: Suggest mediation or conciliation through a fair housing organization to resolve the issue.
- File a Complaint: If the board remains uncooperative, you can file a complaint with the Ohio Civil Rights Commission or the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Taking these steps can help you assert your rights and seek a resolution.
do they (board) have the legal right to deny me an explanations, based on executive session confidentiality? they held a meeting with a third party without my presence and discussed the RA without my consent, do they have a legal leg to stand on, in light of that meeting?
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In Ohio, while executive sessions can be used for certain confidential discussions, they cannot be used to deny transparency in matters like reasonable accommodation requests. Here are key points:
- Fair Housing Act: Requires clear communication on accommodation decisions.
- Interactive Process: Essential for RA requests.
- Transparency: Boards must provide reasons for their decisions.
Consider formally requesting a written explanation again and cite your rights under relevant laws. If they remain uncooperative, you may file a complaint with the Ohio Civil Rights Commission or HUD.
In Ohio, while executive sessions can be used for certain confidential discussions, they cannot be used to deny transparency in matters like reasonable accommodation requests. Here are key points:
- Fair Housing Act: Requires clear communication on accommodation decisions.
- Interactive Process: Essential for RA requests.
- Transparency: Boards must provide reasons for their decisions.
Consider formally requesting a written explanation again and cite your rights under relevant laws. If they remain uncooperative, you may file a complaint with the Ohio Civil Rights Commission or HUD.
i will file a complaint. can you offer a good draft?
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Sure, here's a draft you can use for your complaint:
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[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
[Date]
Ohio Civil Rights Commission
[Commission's Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
Subject: Complaint Regarding Denial of Reasonable Accommodation Request
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am writing to file a formal complaint against [Name of the Board/Organization] regarding their handling of my request for a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Fair Housing Act and Americans with Disabilities Act.
As a disabled resident, I requested a reasonable accommodation, which the board stated was accepted in full during an executive session. However, the board is now upholding only parts of the accommodation based on their understanding, without providing any clarification or engaging in the required interactive process. Despite my repeated requests for explanations, the board has cited executive session confidentiality to avoid transparency in their decision-making process.
I believe that their actions violate my rights under the Fair Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, which require clear communication and an interactive process in matters of reasonable accommodations.
I request the Ohio Civil Rights Commission to investigate this matter and ensure that the board provides a written explanation of their decision and engages in a proper interactive process to resolve this issue.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
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I hope this helps!
Sure, here's a draft you can use for your complaint:
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[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
[Date]
Ohio Civil Rights Commission
[Commission's Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
Subject: Complaint Regarding Denial of Reasonable Accommodation Request
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am writing to file a formal complaint against [Name of the Board/Organization] regarding their handling of my request for a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Fair Housing Act and Americans with Disabilities Act.
As a disabled resident, I requested a reasonable accommodation, which the board stated was accepted in full during an executive session. However, the board is now upholding only parts of the accommodation based on their understanding, without providing any clarification or engaging in the required interactive process. Despite my repeated requests for explanations, the board has cited executive session confidentiality to avoid transparency in their decision-making process.
I believe that their actions violate my rights under the Fair Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, which require clear communication and an interactive process in matters of reasonable accommodations.
I request the Ohio Civil Rights Commission to investigate this matter and ensure that the board provides a written explanation of their decision and engages in a proper interactive process to resolve this issue.
Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
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I hope this helps!
thank you. yes.
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I'm glad I could assist you with the draft for your complaint. If you need any further information or guidance, feel free to ask. Good luck with your complaint!
I'm glad I could assist you with the draft for your complaint. If you need any further information or guidance, feel free to ask. Good luck with your complaint!
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