A. THE MARQUETTE CLIMBERS’ CO-OP DEFINES A PERSON WITH A DISABILITY, IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL AND STATE GUIDELINES, AS SOMEONE THAT:
     a. Has a physical impairment, developmental delays, or mental illness (including
     b. Has a previous history of having any of the aforementioned impairments; or
     c. Is perceived by others to have any of the aforementioned impairments.

B. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION OF A DISABILITY MAY INCLUDE, BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO
     a. A change in house policy, procedures, or rules as long as the need for change is
     b. Modification of house facilities to allow for greater accessibility.
     c. Any change that allows a person with a disability to have full access to Climbers’

C. WHAT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION DOES NOT INCLUDE:

Modifications and changes do not mean allowing members with disabilities to violate the conditions of their living contract, and should not impose unreasonable financial costs or labor burden on house members. Uncooperative behavior by any house member, regardless of disability status, may serve as grounds for dismissal. However, disabilities or behaviors directly related to a disability shall not be grounds for dismissal in and of themselves. Physical disability, mental illness, developmental delays, or substance addictions should be considered as mitigating circumstances when taking disciplinary action against a member.

D. PROCEDURE FOR HANDLING UNCOOPERATIVE BEHAVIORS OR COMPLAINTS IN RELATION TO MEMBERS WITH DISABILITIES:
     a. Speak directly with the member about the behaviors that are of concern. The member          may request accommodations due to their disability, but house officers and members                cannot directly ask the member to request accommodation or require them to divulge              information about the nature of their disability as a condition of accommodation.
     b. Provide further resources to the member by contacting members of their support network, referring them to University or community resources, or
referring them to advisory board for further support. All house members have a right to privacy and confidentiality regarding their disabilities. Contact with
outside resources should only occur with the permission of the member unless the member is an immediate risk to self or others
     c. Members with disabilities should be allowed an appropriate level of opportunity to alter their behaviors or seek out necessary resources/assistance before the house proceeds with disciplinary action. House officers may assist the member by laying out conditions that they must follow in order to avoid referral or expulsion. House officers and members may consult with the advisory board at any time for assistance with accommodation of members with disabilities
     d. The Marquette Climbers’ Co-Op is committed to continuous education of our membership in relation to physical and developmental disabilities, mental illness, and substance addictions. Various education opportunities will be provided for all members to help them better understand the rights and needs of individuals with disabilities. Educational activities may take many forms including, workshops, Board and house officer training, informational pamphlets, etc.