This project provides for renovation or replacement of childcare facilities to ensure compliance with new laws pertaining to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and safety concerns.
The project addresses three major components:
1. Remedies ADA non-compliant features at childcare centers located in County buildings.
2. Provides for the design and construction of ADA compliant playgrounds at existing child care facilities while also incorporating other playground requirements included in COMAR 13A.16.01, National Association for the Education of Young Children Early Learning Standards and Accreditation Criteria, and the Maryland Program Accreditation Standards for Implementing Quality Childhood Programs.
3. Provides for replacement of modular facilities.

Project planning to take place in FY20-21. Design and construction will take place sequentially from FY21 through FY29.

Cost increase due to updated cost estimates based on escalation and inflation increases and the addition of FY27 and FY28 expenditures.

This project is designed to bring childcare facilities and playgrounds into compliance with Federal ADA requirements and child care accreditation standards.

The Department is required to provide notice and information to Council in writing 60 days before construction funding is obligated or spent. The notice must identify each project programmed for construction with the anticipated scope of work, cost estimates, and an expenditure schedule.

Health and Human Services, Montgomery County Public Schools, Department of General Services, Office of Management and Budget, Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission, and childcare center service providers.