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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>Hi Joe,<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>Since Lester is asking about relief area directions for the NJ state affiliate conference, I’ve posted the NJAGDU recommendations for relief areas below.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'>Dan, is the guide dog affiliate having a meeting?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'> <o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>Guide Dog Relief Area Recommendations</span></b><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt'><o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt'>For NFB State Conventions<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'>Submitted by the New Jersey Association of Guide Dog Users<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>The following document offers recommendations for providing safe, clean and convenient areas for relieving guide dogs at state conventions.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>1.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Location<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>The relief area site should be well lit, free from heavy traffic, conveniently located near hotel doorway and preferably near water source for easy maintenance.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>2.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Surfaces<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>Guide dogs relieve primarily on two types of surfaces, concrete and natural materials such as grass. Many guide dog handlers prefer to relieve their dogs on concrete to aid in clean up and monitoring of the dog’s health. There are some dogs, however, that will only relieve on a natural surface. Therefore, the designated relief area should include both natural and concrete surfaces. Two or more parking spaces can easily be roped off and used as the designated concrete area. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>3.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Trash Can<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>Trash cans should Remain in same location throughout conference; be secured against wind & other weather conditions; be equipped with an automated, motion-activated voice unit with capacity to record multi-frequency sound if trash can is located in an open area; and be equipped with lid to reduce odors.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>4.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Maintenance<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>Relief area site should be hosed down at least once a day; concrete surface should be sanitized and deodorized with an approved solution; and any grassy areas should be cut short for easier pick-up.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>5.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Security<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>Handlers may be required to take their guide dogs outside at any time during the day or night. Therefore, special attention should be given to the safety of convention participants when selecting the relief area location. The path to the area and the area itself should be well lit; located in a non-isolated spot; and easily accessible to the hotel doorway. If hotel doorways are kept locked at any time, arrangements should be made with the hotel prior to the start of the convention to ensure easy access and ample opportunity to notify convention participants.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>6.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Instructions<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>Relief area instructions should provide explicit directions for locating the relief area; include any safety restrictions regarding access to the area; be available in Braille & Large Print at the hotel's front desk; sent out in electronic format prior to convention; and included in the electronic version of the convention program. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>7.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Special Needs<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>Special accommodations should be arranged for handlers on a case by case basis who are physically unable to pick up after their dogs, or for those handlers whose dogs have loose stools or diarrhea because of existing conditions, illness, or situational stress <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>8.<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><span style='font-size:12.0pt;line-height:115%;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif'>Volunteers<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>While there may be a few guide dog handlers who intentionally choose not to clean up after their dogs, even the best intentioned and skilled guide dog handler may not always be able to pick up 100% when the guide dog empties. Add to that the dog's stress at the convention, the changes in relief schedules, the reluctance to empty in a shared area, and it becomes even more difficult to predict when the dog will empty. Assistance from sighted volunteers will help to ensure that the relief area remains clean and sanitary throughout the convention. Therefore, sighted volunteers from local community groups should be recruited to stationed relief areas for two-hour shifts during peak times of use e.g. early morning, lunch time, early evening and later in the evening. Duties would include offering assistance with locating the relief area; notifying handlers if waste is left behind; providing additional support to those handlers whose dogs are experiencing intestinal upset; and ensuring cleanliness of area before and after completion of shift. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif;color:#1F497D'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif'>From:</span></b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif'> NJAGDU [<a href="mailto:njagdu-bounces@nfbnet.org">mailto:njagdu-bounces@nfbnet.org</a>] <b>On Behalf Of </b>Lester Cameron via NJAGDU<br><b>Sent:</b> Thursday, September 13, 2018 7:01 PM<br><b>To:</b> nj dog Association Of Guide Dog Users via Njagdu<br><b>Cc:</b> Lester Cameron<br><b>Subject:</b> [Njagdu] asking about a parking place for us dogs In the new hotel<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><div><div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Hello My name is Miss Loreli <o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>Me and my master are going to the convention and I would like to know if any one checked it out for a good parking area <o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>For us furry friends <o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>If it is done can you please send my master a copy of the location <o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>If not I understand that joe is going next week for a meeting <o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>My master is Mr Lester <o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>From The Three c’s<o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>thank you<o:p></o:p></span></p></div><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-family:"Arial",sans-serif;color:black'>from the desk of Mr lester cameron <br>remember life is what it is <br>it is what you do with it that matters <br>do all you can with it <br>I do that each day of my life <o:p></o:p></span></p></div></div></div></div></body></html>