Part I: Attachments

OMB Control Number 1820-0664

Expiration Date: 12-31-2005

**Attachment 1: Basic Information**

Name of Lead Agency: The Ohio State University

Subdivisions of Lead Agency: The Ohio State University Research
Foundation and Industrial, Welding and Systems Engineering Department
(IWSE)

Address of Lead Agency: 1960 Kenny Road, Columbus, Ohio 43210

Name and Title of Certifying Representative for Lead Agency: James Ball,
Associate Director, OSU Research Foundation

Address for Certifying Representative: 2070 Neil Avenue, Columbus, Ohio
43210

Telephone for Certifying Representative: 614-292-4903

E-mail for Certifying Representative: ball.6@osu.edu

Name and Title of Program Director: William T. Darling, Ph.D.

Address for Program Director: Assistive Technology of Ohio, 445 E.
Dublin-Granville Road, Building L, Worthington, Ohio 43085

Telephone for Program Director: 1-800-784-3425

E-mail for Program Director: darling.12@osu.edu

Name and Title of Program Contact (if different from Program Director):

Address for Program Director:

Telephone for Program Director:

E-mail for Program Director:

Name of Implementing Entity:

Name of Applicable Division and/or Subdivision of Implementing Entity:

Address of Implementing Entity:

Name and Title of Program Director:

Address for Program Director:

Telephone for Program Director:

E-mail for Program Director:

Name and Title of Program Contact (if different from Program Director):

Address for Program Director:

Telephone for Program Director:

E-mail for Program Director:

**Attachment 2: Lead Agency and Implementing Entity**

2.1 [Identification and Description of the Lead Agency]{.underline} --
Identify and describe the Lead Agency referred to in section 4 (c)(1)(A)
of the AT Act.

> 2.1A [Identification and Description of Lead Agency if an Implementing
> Entity is not Designated]{.underline}
>
> 2.1B [Identification and Description of the Lead Agency if an
> Implementing Entity is Designated]{.underline}

The Ohio State University is a public institution of higher education.
While the official designee of the program in Ohio is The Ohio State
University, the oversight of the program is subdivided between The Ohio
State University Research Foundation and the Industrial, Welding and
Systems Engineering Department. OSURF serves as the fiscal agent while
IWSE oversees operation and coordination.

The Ohio State University Research Foundation (OSURF) is a nonprofit
corporation created in 1936 as a vehicle to promote development,
implementation and coordination of sponsored research at the university
in the furtherance of educational objectives. Early in 1936, members of
The Ohio State University Alumni Association and the Board of Trustees
of the University decided that sponsored research conducted within the
university should be coordinated through a central agency. Prior to that
time, faculty members were free to negotiate conditions of sponsorship
and performance for research that involved university personnel,
facilities, and equipment without institutional sanction or control. The
Board of Trustees appointed Dr. James L. Morrill, who was assistant to
the president and who later became president of the University of
Minnesota, to tour the country and determine how other large
institutions were managing their sponsored research activities. Out of
his study came the recommendation that led to the creation of OSURF,
which was patterned closely after a similar organization at Purdue
University. In November 1936, the Ohio Secretary of State issued a
charter to The Ohio State University Research Foundation as a nonprofit
educational corporation. Incorporators of the Foundation included the
renowned inventor Charles F. Kettering and James F. Lincoln, president
of the Lincoln Electric Company.

A revision of the regulations of the Research Foundation, adopted in
1974, gave greater proportionate representation to administrative
officials of the university and university faculty on the Research
Foundation\'s Board of Directors. The Board of Directors consists of the
following member directors:

-   Trustee Member (1):\
    - Appointed by the Board of Trustees of the university.

-   University Administration Members (3):\
    - Including the Vice President for Research, the Senior Vice
    President for Academic Affairs and Provost, and the Dean of the
    Graduate School as designated by the Board of Trustees of the
    university.

-   Faculty Members (4):\
    - Selected from the faculty by the Research Committee of the
    University Senate.

-   Alumni Members (2):\
    - Designated by The Ohio State University Alumni Association from
    alumni of the university.

-   At-Large (1):\
    - Designated by the president of the university from among members
    of national organizations of distinguished engineers, scientists,
    and scholars.

The Research Foundation Board of Directors elects officers at its
regular annual meeting. The officers include president, vice president,
secretary, assistant secretary, treasurer, and executive director of the
Research Foundation. The directors appoint an executive committee and
other committees as needed.

The function of the Research Foundation has evolved over the years in
response to the wishes and needs of the university. The Research
Foundation began as an organization created to encourage industry
sponsorship of university research. It now provides specialized
integrated program planning and administrative services for research and
other activities supported by a wide range of external sponsors.

OSURF does not own or operate research facilities but utilizes
facilities provided by the university under an agreement between the
Board of Trustees of the university and the Research Foundation.
Personnel working on Research Foundation projects are appointed as
university personnel and are paid through the university under
provisions of the agreement. The Research Foundation Board of Directors
approves the operating budget for the Research Foundation\'s
administrative expenses.

Industrial, Welding and Systems Engineering Department (IWSE) is divided
into two sections: Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE) and Welding
Engineering (WE). Both sections provide an undergraduate degree
(Bachelor of Science) and Graduate degree (Master of Science and Doctor
of Philosophy) programs. ISE is concerned with the integration of
information, humans, machines and materials into successful efficient
systems. WE is concerned with all of the activities related to design,
production, performance, and maintenance of welded products.

Industrial and Systems Engineering provides the perfect blend of
technical skills and people orientation. An industrial engineer
addresses the overall system performance and productivity,
responsiveness to customer needs, and the quality of the products or
services produced by an enterprise. They also are the specialists who
ensure that people can safely perform their required tasks in the
workplace environment. Industrial and Systems Engineering has three
cornerstone areas:

**Human Factors/Ergonomics**

Human Factors Engineering, also known as Ergonomics, can be briefly
defined as the science of fitting the environment or a task to the
human. "It is an interdisciplinary field with roots in engineering,
psychology, and physiology." The design of most tools, machines and
computer systems today include some Human Factors or Ergonomic
considerations. Furthermore, it has become a critical element of their
marketing.  This has created a strong job market for this profession.

**Manufacturing Engineering**

The strength of any industrialized nation hinges on its capability to
efficiently and cost-effectively manufacture goods. It is the task of
the manufacturing engineer to develop and apply the engineering science
required for the efficient design and implementation of the
manufacturing processes and systems critical to global
competitiveness**.** Manufacturing Engineering is truly a
multidisciplinary subject. Its science base is provided by the fields of
metallurgy, physics, chemistry, industrial engineering, mechanical
engineering, and economics to name but a few.

[**Operations
Research**](http://www-iwse.eng.ohio-state.edu/specialization.html#HF)

Although well prepared for technical responsibilities, engineers have
traditionally received little or no formal training for decisions beyond
their specialties. As engineering management opportunities become
available, they feel a strong need to develop additional capabilities
above those that they had acquired as engineering specialists. These new
capabilities are necessary for decision-making roles in broad areas
while they maintain identity in their technical backgrounds.

Operations research is the art of mathematical modeling and analysis to
design, evaluate, or improve the operations of a real-world system. The
first step, modeling, involves identifying the most important
characteristics of the system and representing them abstractly using the
language of mathematics. The tools of mathematics and computers are used
to perform the second step, analysis of the mathematical model. The
Institute of Industrial Engineers describes industrial engineers as
engineers who design, improve, and install systems of people, material,
information, equipment and energy. Operations research is a part of
industrial engineering because the industrial engineer needs the tools
of operations research to specify, evaluate, and predict performance of
a system, particularly when the system does not yet exist.

The current Interim Chairman of IWSE is Dr. John C. Lippold. Assistive
Technology of Ohio's principal investigator (program director as listed
earlier in this document) is Dr. William Marras, a professor in Human
Factors & Ergonomics.

**Assistive Technology of Ohio**

In 1992, the Governor designated the Ohio Rehabilitation Services
Commission (ORSC) as the lead agency for Ohio TRAIN, the Ohio Statewide
Assistive Technology Program. In 1994, the program was reconstituted and
placed at The Ohio State University. Renamed Assistive Technology of
Ohio (AT Ohio), the program originally was housed within the Ohio State
University Hospital. In 1997, the program was moved to the Industrial,
Welding and Systems Engineering area of the College of Engineering. For
thirteen years, AT Ohio has provided assistive technology services and
statewide advocacy in the field of disability.

The mission of AT Ohio is to assist Ohioans with disabilities and the
families of children with disabilities in securing the types of
assistive technology devices and services that will help them lead
independent lives. Over the next three years, under the Assistive
Technology Act of 1998, as amended, AT Ohio will continue to serve as
the lead agency responsible for the Statewide AT Program, and AT Ohio
will continue or begin programs to accomplish this mission.

The Ohio State University is a public, land-grant, four-year nationally
accredited comprehensive institution of higher education. Because the
University is not a state agency dedicated to specific programs that
promote limited activities or serve limited populations, AT Ohio will
have the flexibility to provide services across the lifespan and any
environment for any purpose. This flexibility also means that access to
AT Ohio services will not be limited by eligibility criteria such as
income, age, type of disability, or the reason that the individual needs
AT. Despite being centrally located in Columbus, AT Ohio remains
committed to being a statewide program, providing access through the use
of two (2) toll-free numbers and an Internet web page. AT Ohio also
conducts activities in all regions of the state on a periodic basis.

AT Ohio employs, and will continue to employ, a diverse staff of
dedicated professions with specific areas of expertise. We are committed
to hiring a high percentage of staff who are people with disabilities,
or whose life has been impacted by having a family member with a
disability. Our staff has received extensive training on assessment in
the area of assistive technology, and has comprehensive legislative and
policy backgrounds. They also are committed to serving on statewide
disability boards, commissions, and councils that help promote both the
agency and its mission.

AT Ohio staff and board members have served or are serving on the
following boards and commissions: The Ohio Developmental Disabilities
Council, the Statewide Independent Living Council, the Ohio
Rehabilitation Services Commission, the Governor's Council on People
with Disabilities, the Ohio Community Computing Network, and the Ohio
Disability Policy Coalition. Our agency is a member of the Association
of Tech Act Program Agencies. Members of our staff are also members of
the National Rehabilitation Association and the International
Association of Rehabilitation Professionals. These statewide councils
have given us lasting relationships with individuals representing all
state agencies that provide services to Ohioans with disabilities,
including the Rehabilitation Services Commission, the Ohio Department of
Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities, the Ohio Department
of Jobs and Family Services, the Department of Health, the Department of
Mental Health, and the Department of Education.

AT Ohio will conduct many of its activities with partnering agencies and
via subcontractors throughout the state. This will ensure that programs
are available locally to individuals with disabilities through regional
centers. AT Ohio will enter into Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs),
with the following entities:

-   Fifth Third Bank

-   The Treasurer of the State of Ohio

-   Computer Solutions

-   Public libraries in the following counties: Adams, Auglaize,
    Carroll, Champaign, Crawford, Gallia, Harrison, Highland, Jefferson,
    Mercer, Meigs, Miami, Noble, Preble, Scioto, Van Wert, Vinton,
    Washington, and Wyandot counties.

These entities have expertise that will allow us to provide a wide range
of services across the state.

2.3 [Show of Good Cause for Change in Lead Agency or Implementing
Entity]{.underline} -- If the Governor has chosen to change the Lead
Agency or, if applicable, Implementing Entity as allowed in section
4(c)(1)(C) of the AT Act, provide an explanation of good cause for this
re-designation.

The lead agency has not been re-designated.

**Attachment 3: State Advisory Council**

3.1 [Membership of the Advisory Council]{.underline} - Identify the
members of the Advisory Council and each member's designation as an
individual with disabilities who uses AT, a family member or guardian of
such individual, or a representative of a State agency or other entity.

During the three years of this state plan, the Advisory Council of AT
Ohio will provide consumer-driven, consumer-responsive advice to the
state for planning and implementation of the activities of Ohio's
statewide assistive technology program.

The Advisory Council consists of eleven (11) members. Six of these
members, or 55% are either people with disabilities who use AT or
parents of children who use AT. The remaining five members represent the
Ohio Bureau of Services for the Visually Impaired, the Statewide
Independent Living Council, the state Department of Education, Goodwill
Rehabilitation Center, and the state Workforce Development Board.

Members of the Advisory Council

*Individuals with Disabilities:*

Phil Skidmore, Bidwell

Ken Morlock, Columbus

Deborah Kendrick, Cincinnati

Karen Swan, Moreland Hills

*Family Members:*

Robin Kyman, Beachwood

Mike Scholl, Worthington

*Agency Representatives:*

Brenda Curtiss, Statewide Independent Living Council;

Carl Sabo, Ohio Rehabilitation Services Commission, Ohio Bureau of
Services for the Visually Impaired;

Daniel Girard, principal, Slate Hill elementary school (Department of
Education)

Cheryl Cobb, Area 7 Workforce Development Board.

*Other Agency Representative:*

Mary Vail, Goodwill Rehabilitation Center.

The members of the Advisory Council live in counties throughout the
state to ensure representation from both rural and urban areas of Ohio.
Similarly, the membership reflects the diversity of the state as it
includes significant female membership and diversity of type of
disability as well as using varied types of assistive technology.

[3.2 Structure and Operation of the Advisory Council]{.underline} --
Describe the structure and operations of the Advisory Council.

Members of the Advisory Council become part of the council in two ways:
agency representatives that are appointed by their respective agencies
and consumer representatives that are volunteers solicited through the
networks of disability organizations and councils throughout the state.
All members are expected to serve a three-year term to coincide with the
length of AT Ohio's state plan.

A chairperson who has been elected by the members of the council will
lead the Advisory Council. A similarly elected vice-chair will serve in
the absence of the chairperson. The Advisory Council itself will
determine the need for subcommittees or ad hoc committees. At the
chairperson's discretion, council decisions are made either through
consensus or by member vote. The Advisory Council will adopt bylaws
under which they will conduct their operations.

The Advisory Council will meet three times, with the meeting being held
in Columbus. AT Ohio's staff will make the meeting room arrangements,
develop materials for information packets for members, and ensure site
and material accessibility. The chairperson of the Advisory Council and
the AT Ohio director together will set the agenda for Advisory Council
meetings to ensure that council members are informed about state AT
issues. Meetings may feature presentations and guest speakers who will
be selected based on the input of council members. Staff of AT Ohio will
update the Advisory Council on the activities of the program, share
recent data with the Advisory Council, and present any planned
initiatives so the Advisory Council can provide input. The chairperson
will facilitate discussion throughout the meeting to gain input and
provide guidance in planning program activities. Staff will record
minutes of the meeting.

**Attachment 4: Measurable Goals**

Assistive Technology of Ohio will establish a baseline for each of the
goals 4.1 through 4.7 during year one and will submit after year one an
amendment identifying the long-term goal and short-term goals set to
improve upon this baseline during years two and three of the State Plan.
This baseline will be established by using a data collection instrument
and procedures to be determined by the RSA after the State Plan process
has been completed.

1.  [Goal for Improving Access to AT in Education]{.underline}

-   Long-term goal: Percent of appropriate targeted individuals and
    entities who accessed device demonstration programs and/or device
    loan programs and made a decision about an AT device or service for
    educational purposes as a result of the assistance they received.

Objectives for Device Loan and Demonstration Programs

-   Short-term goal for Year 1: N/A, data collection not established.

-   Short-term goal for Year 2: Establish baseline of the percent of
    appropriate targeted individuals and entities who accessed device
    demonstration and/or device loan programs and made a decision about
    an AT device or service for educational purposes as a result of the
    assistance they received.

-   Short-term goal for Year 3: Increase in percentage over year 2 (to
    be established later) of appropriate targeted individuals and
    entities who accessed the device demonstration programs and/or
    device loan programs and made a decision about an AT device or
    service for educational purposes as a result of the assistance they
    received.

1.  [Goal for Improving Access to AT in Employment]{.underline}

-   Long-term goal: Percent of appropriate targeted individuals and
    entities who accessed device demonstration programs and/or device
    loan programs and made a decision about an AT device or service for
    employment purposes as a result of the assistance they received.

Objectives for Device Loan and Demonstration Programs

-   Short-term goal for year 1: N/A data collection not established.

-   Short-term goal for Year 2: Establish baseline of the percent of
    appropriate targeted individuals and entities who accessed device
    demonstration and/or device loan programs and made a decision about
    an AT device or service for employment purposes as a result of the
    assistance they received.

-   Short-term goal for Year 3: Increase in percentage over year 2 (to
    be established later) of appropriate targeted individuals and
    entities who accessed the device demonstration programs and/or
    device loan programs and made a decision about an AT device or
    service for employment purposes as a result of the assistance they
    received.

1.  [Goal for Improving Access to AT in Community Living]{.underline}

-   Long-term goal: Percent of appropriate targeted individuals and
    entities who accessed device demonstration programs and/or device
    loan programs and made a decision about an AT device or service for
    community living purposes as a result of the assistance they
    received.

Objectives for Device Loan and Demonstration Programs

-   Short-term goal for Year 1: N/A, data collection not established.

-   Short-term goal for Year 2: Establish baseline of the percent of
    appropriate targeted individuals and entities who accessed device
    demonstration and/or device loan programs and made a decision about
    an AT device or service for community living purposes as a result of
    the assistance they received.

-   Short-term goal for Year 3: Increase in percentage over year 2 (to
    be established later) of appropriate targeted individuals and
    entities who accessed the device demonstration programs and/or
    device loan programs and made a decision about an AT device or
    service for community living purposes as a result of the assistance
    they received.

1.  [Goal for Improving Access to IT and Telecommunications]{.underline}

-   Long-term goal: Percent of appropriate targeted individuals and
    entities who accessed device demonstration programs and/or device
    loan programs and made a decision about an AT device or service that
    meets an IT/telecommunication need as a result of the assistance
    they received.

Objectives for Device Loan and Demonstration Programs

-   Short-term goal for Year 1: N/A, data collection not established.

-   Short-term goal for Year 2: Establish baseline of the percent of
    appropriate targeted individuals and entities who accessed device
    demonstration and/or device loan programs and made a decision about
    an AT device or service meets an IT/telecommunication need as a
    result of the assistance they received.

-   Short-term goal for Year 3: Increase in percentage over year 2 (to
    be established later) of appropriate targeted individuals and
    entities who accessed the device demonstration programs and/or
    device loan programs and made a decision about an AT device or
    service meets an IT/telecommunication need as a result of the
    assistance they received.

1.  [Goal for Improving Acquisition of AT in Education]{.underline}

-   Long-term goal: Percent of appropriate targeted individuals and
    entities who obtained devices or services from State financing
    activities or reutilization programs for educational purposes who
    would not have obtained the AT device or service.

Objectives for State Financing Activities and Reutilization Programs

-   Short-term goal for Year 1: N/A, data collection not established.

-   Short-term goal for Year 2: Establish baseline of the percentage of
    appropriate targeted individuals and entities who obtained devices
    and services from State financing activities or reutilization
    programs for educational purposes who would not have obtained the AT
    device or service.

-   Short-term goal for Year 3: Increase in percentage over year 2 (to
    be established later) of appropriate targeted individuals and
    entities who obtained devices or services from State financing
    activities or reutilization programs for educational purposes who
    would not have obtained the AT device or service.

1.  [Goal for Improving Acquisition of AT in Employment]{.underline}

-   Long-term goal: Percent of appropriate targeted individuals and
    entities who obtained devices or services from State financing
    activities or reutilization programs for employment purposes who
    would not have obtained the AT device or service.

Objectives for State Financing Activities and Reutilization Programs

-   Short-term goal for Year 1: N/A, data collection not established.

-   Short-term goal for Year 2: Establish baseline of the percentage of
    appropriate targeted individuals and entities who obtained devices
    and services from State financing activities or reutilization
    programs for employment purposes who would not have obtained the AT
    device or service.

-   Short-term goal for Year 3: Increase in percentage over year 2 (to
    be established later) of appropriate targeted individuals and
    entities who obtained devices or services from State financing
    activities or reutilization programs for employment purposes who
    would not have obtained the AT device or service.

1.  Goal for Improving Acquisition of AT in Community Living

-   Long-term goal: Percent of appropriate targeted individuals and
    entities who obtained devices or services from State financing
    activities or reutilization programs for community living purposes
    who would not have obtained the AT device or service.

Objectives for State Financing Activities and Reutilization Programs

-   Short-term goal for Year 1: N/A, data collection not established.

-   Short-term goal for Year 2: Establish baseline of the percentage of
    appropriate targeted individuals and entities who obtained devices
    and services from State financing activities or reutilization
    programs for community living purposes who would not have obtained
    the AT device or service.

-   Short-term goal for Year 3: Increase in percentage over year 2 (to
    be established later) of appropriate targeted individuals and
    entities who obtained devices or services from State financing
    activities or reutilization programs for community living purposes
    who would not have obtained the AT device or service.

4.8**   ** [Additional Measurable Goals]{.underline} \-- If applicable,
describe any measurable goals that the State has set in addition to the
goals established in items 4.1 through 4.7 for addressing the assistive
technology needs of individuals with disabilities in the State related
to education, employment, community living, and telecommunications and
information technology. 

Ohio asserts no additional measurable goals.

**Attachment 5: State-level Activities**

5.1 [State Financing Activities]{.underline} -- Describe how the State
will implement State financing activities as described in section
4(e)(2)(A) of the AT Act.

Assistive Technology will conduct a state financing activities: (1) The
Assistive Technology Low Interest Loan, and we also promote the State of
Ohio Treasury Office's Access for Individuals Program.

1.  **Assistive Technology Low-Interest Loan Program**. Ohio's Statewide
    AT program, Assistive Technology of Ohio, will provide loans to
    individuals with disabilities and their families for the purchase of
    AT devices and services. This program began in 1998 using funds
    provided by Title I of the Rehab Act of 1988, as amended. Funds are
    on deposit with Fifth Third Bank, with a specified loan officer
    conducting loan approval and distribution of funds. Assistive
    Technology of Ohio supports an accessible website to disseminate
    information about this and other programs. The website has a toll
    free and local number where residents can call, or they can download
    the loan application from the website.

2.  **Access for Individuals Program.** This is primarily a
    linked-deposit program of the State of Ohio Office of the Treasurer,
    Jeannette C. Bradley. Although not specifically a program of
    Assistive Technology of Ohio, we act as a contact point for the
    program. The application for the Access for Individuals loan is also
    used as the application for AT Ohio's Assistive Technology Loan. We
    have streamlined two programs into one to make it easier for
    applicants to effectively apply for funds by using a single
    application. Loan approval is conducted for both programs by a Fifth
    Third designated loan officer. This saves applicants from having to
    complete two separate applications.

Fifth Third Bank reviews the Access for Individuals loan application
first. Should the application for the State Treasurer's program be
denied, the application is referred to AT Ohio. If AT Ohio determines
that the applicant meets our criteria, we will approve the loan. Under
the Access for Individuals Program, loans are secured by some form of
collateral. Under AT Ohio's Low Interest Loan Program, loans are secured
by the funds on deposit in a loan pool at Fifth Third Bank.

> Neither loan has any origination fees. Loans are repaid at a
> below-market interest rate, and applicants can work with the bank on
> getting flexible terms to repay the loan. This helps make the loans
> low-cost and affordable for persons with limited, low or fixed
> incomes.
>
> AT Ohio, The State Treasurer's Office and Fifth Third Bank enforce
> policies that prohibit them from denying loans based on an applicant's
> gender, race, ethnicity, age, or type of disability. Loans start at
> \$1,000 and can go up to \$10,000. The size of the Access for
> Individual loan can exceed that amount when loans are made using Home
> Equity or conventional Auto Loans. AT Ohio's Assistive Technology
> Loans are limited to a \$10,000 cap.
>
> Applicants are given loans generally based on their creditworthiness.
> When there is a question regarding the ability of an applicant to
> repay a loan, AT Ohio may decide whether or not to guarantee a loan
> with its funds, when other circumstances warrant.
>
> AT Ohio will help individuals obtain assistive technology by providing
> loans for hearing aids, wheel chairs, power wheelchairs, and
> augmentative and assistive communication devices, among other things.
> A more relaxed credit criteria is be applied on a case-by-case basis
> to ensure that Ohioans who may be of higher credit risk are not denied
> assistive technology solely on that basis.
>
> Over the next three years, Assistive Technology of Ohio will work with
> Fifth Third Bank and the State of Ohio Treasurer's Office in making
> the application process even more streamlined. We will use additional
> marketing methods to make sure that more Ohioans are aware of the Low
> Interest Loan Program. We will be defining more specifically the roles
> each organization has in tracking and providing information to
> consumers about the Low Interest Loan Program. We will be looking for
> ways to make more Ohioans eligible to receive loans.
>
> Marketing methods to be used will include:

1.  Print advertisements

2.  Public Service Announcements on radio and/or TV

3.  Information on website

4.  Exhibits and displays at disability conferences

5.  Printing and wide-spread distribution of brochures

    a.  Independent Living Centers

    b.  Public Libraries

    c.  Disability Organizations

    d.  As requested by consumers

    e.  Downloadable link on website

5.2 [Device Reutilization Program]{.underline} -- Describe how the State
will implement a device reutilization program as described in section
4(e)(2)(B) of the Act.

Over the next three years, AT Ohio will continue to directly administer
the Computer Recycle and ReDistribution Program (CRRP), which
refurbishes donated computers for people with disabilities in the state
of Ohio.

AT Ohio has operated CRRP since late 2000. CRRP was created to address a
growing need for people with disabilities (specifically lower-income
individuals) in obtaining computer technologies in the state of Ohio.
This need was significantly magnified a few years later when many
rehabilitation and disability agencies reclassified computer equipment
(desktop, monitor, printer, scanner) as pervasive and ubiquitous
equipment and would no longer classify such equipment as assistive
technology.

When AT Ohio initially began the program, the consumer paid for all
costs associated with the refurbishing and shipping of the computer
equipment. In 2002, AT Ohio designated some of its state funds to help
fund CRRP, reducing the direct costs for consumers to participate in the
program. These funds along with AT Ohio funds are used to compensate the
refurbishing subcontractor. State funds are also the main source of
funding for any/all replacement equipment, upgrades, and software for
the refurbished computers and a portion of the shipping costs.

The need for computers among Ohio's disability population is strong, as
evidenced by the long waiting list we currently have for a computer.

If a person with a disability, family member or guardian would like to
participate in AT Ohio's CRRP, he or she will contact AT Ohio through
the mail, its accessible web site or toll free line and request an
application to receive a refurbished computer through the program. AT
Ohio will respond to all requests by sending an application and
information and terms of the program which include:

-   AT Ohio does not offer a warranty on refurbished equipment nor do we
    guarantee the brand of equipment to be received.

-   AT Ohio does not provide any software other than a basic operating
    system (Microsoft Windows 98, 2000 or a freeware Linux system) and a
    Microsoft-compatible "Office" suite known as Open Office.

-   Along with application, the consumer must provide proof of
    eligibility to participate in program (i.e. letter from counselor,
    physician, etc.)

-   After obtaining application and proof of eligibility, AT Ohio will
    add consumer to wait list (if applicable).

-   When a refurbished computer becomes available, AT Ohio will notify
    consumer. Consumer will be responsible for shipping costs in the
    amount of \$50, paid to subcontractor (note: Costs to the consumer
    for shipping were raised on 7/22/05. A cost of \$25 will be honored
    for consumers on wait list before this date).

-   Subcontractor is responsible for shipping computer equipment.

-   AT Ohio does not release personal information of consumers who
    participate in the program other than general information that
    supports reporting requirements.

If an individual, business or other who has computer equipment they no
longer need and would like to donate to CRRP, they will contact AT Ohio
through its accessible web site, the mail or CRRP toll free line. AT
Ohio staff will:

-   Provide information to perspective donors by mail, email or phone on
    the equipment specifications that the program will accept.

-   Make arrangements for pick-up or delivery of donated equipment.

-   Respond to all donors by sending a thank you letter for their
    donation.

-   Donor agrees to provide AT Ohio description of device(s) and contact
    information.

If an individual, business or other would like to make a cash donation
to help defer the costs associated with the refurbishing of computers by
CRRP, they will contact AT Ohio through its accessible web site, the
mail or CRRP toll free line. AT Ohio staff will:

-   Respond to all donors by sending a thank you letter for their
    donation.

-   Donor agrees to provide AT Ohio with contact information.

AT Ohio will work to expand and improve the CRRP. Plans for expansion
and improvement include:

(1) Increase computer donations to help reduce the current waiting list
    by working with the Ohio Chamber of Commerce and other business
    associations in marketing the donation side of the program.

(2) Develop and place ads in various Ohio publications soliciting
    donations.

(3) Find at least 1 or 2 more subcontractors to help refurbish
    computers.

(4) Work to increase private/business/foundation and other resource
    entities in actual dollar donations to help fund equipment and
    software upgrades to computers.

(5) Apply to become a Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR) that is
    sponsored and operated by The Technology Place for Nonprofits
    ("Techsoup"). The donation program provides Microsoft Windows 98 and
    Windows 2000 operating systems to U.S. based nonprofit PC
    refurbishers for a cost of \$5 per system.

(6) Work with The Ohio State University Research Foundation (OSURF), AT
    Ohio's fiscal oversight agency, in developing a procedure for
    private donations for CRRP.

AT Ohio's CCRP is and will remain accessible to any individual in the
state regardless of where they live. This is achieved by offering a
statewide toll-free number that individuals can call or a website that
they can visit to learn about the program and request to participate in
the program. Once a computer is requested, our program will place
consumer on a waiting list (if applicable) and the computer when it
becomes available to that individual's residence (or designated shipping
address) anywhere in the state. The individual is charged a nominal fee
for shipping.

AT Ohio currently does not provide software or other adaptable equipment
with the computers other than a basic operating system and Open Office.
When possible, AT Ohio works with consumers to find other resources in
obtaining extra equipment and software. During the next three years, the
program will increase its efforts in obtaining increased state dollars
and private dollars to address the needs of individuals who have extra
accessible software and equipment requests.

Our Computer Recycling and ReDistribution Program benefits individuals
with disabilities regardless of age or type of disability. Our program
has excellent working relationships with other agencies in our state,
with most being the main referral/point of contact for participation in
our program.

Our Computer Recycling and ReDistribution Program increases access to AT
because it provides individuals with information about and the ability
to obtain computer technology that they would be otherwise unable to
obtain through other agencies and programs. The program also helps to
counteract the current separation growth of the digital divide for
people with disabilities. The program helps people with disabilities
become connected in the new electronic and information age.

**Equipment Exchange Program.** In addition to the CRRP, AT Ohio is
establishing a statewide, comprehensive assistive technology equipment
exchange program. In this program, Ohioans from across the state will be
able to utilize the communication / information systems of our agency to
advertise the presence of assistive technology that can be utilized by
other Ohioans with disabilities with similar needs.

In our program, Ohioans with disabilities will be able to post upon our
webpage a description of an assistive technology device along with other
information, such as a picture and a requested price, if any. Included
as information will also be various ways in which anyone interested in
the device can contact the seller or donor. Other people with
disabilities will be able to access the page and contact the seller /
donor directly.

This program will be modeled on successful programs that currently exist
in other states, such as Delaware and Wisconsin. Assistive Technology of
Ohio and The Ohio State University will not be responsible for the
warrantee or guarantee on the performance of any of the devices, nor
will we be involved in the shipping or securing of such devices.

The information that will be on our equipment exchange program will also
be available in hardcover format in our quarterly newsletter.

5.3 [Device Loan Program]{.underline} -- Describe how the State will
implement a device loan program as described in section 4(e)(2)(C) of
the Act.

Assistive Technology of Ohio will expand its network of Adaptive Toy
Lending Programs to include additional assistive technology. Currently
the program works with public libraries to implement loan programs in
many communities. Adapted toys are designed for children with
disabilities. The toys enhance motor skills, teach cause and effect and
provide basic skills experience required to operate more advanced
assistive technology. The toy-lending program currently operates in more
than 30 public libraries in Ohio. Extra effort will continue to be made
in reaching underserved populations, especially in the Appalachian areas
of the state and rural areas where access to assistive technology is
limited.

AT Ohio will work with public libraries in implementing assistive
technology loan programs. We will begin with adaptive computer
accessories and then move into other areas of assistive technology.
Adaptive computer accessories will include

-   Alternative keyboards (large keys, one-handed keyboards, ergonomic
    keyboards, ABC layout, etc.)

-   Alternative input devices (joysticks, trackballs, large mice, small
    mice, touch screen windows)

-   Screen reading software such as Jaws

-   Voice recognition software such as Dragon Naturally Speaking

-   Height adjustable computer furniture to accommodate wheelchairs

-   Screen magnification software such as Zoom!

-   Screen magnification hardware

By working with public libraries, many more communities can be reached,
and more Ohioans with disabilities can be served and have access to
assistive technology that may otherwise be out of reach. Plus, consumers
can try out the technology before purchase to find out whether or not an
adaptation is appropriate for them. Some of the adaptive toys or
assistive technology can be cost-prohibitive. By working with public
libraries, consumers can borrow the toys or technology to try them out,
either by taking the technology home for a designated borrowing period,
or using it at a public computing station within the library.

Consumers can access the participating libraries by following links on
AT Ohio's website. Once they are linked to a library, consumers will be
able to access the catalog of adaptive toys and assistive technology
through the participating library's website online catalog.

**Statewide Assistive Technology Loan Program.** In addition to our
Adaptive Toy Lending Library, AT Ohio will purchase for loan
approximately 25 pieces of equipment for a statewide Assistive
Technology Device Loan program. This equipment will include the
following types of equipment: augmentative communication devices,
mobility devices, screenreaders, voice recognition software, adaptive
toys, TTYs and other communication aides, Braille printers, adaptive
keyboards and computer adaptive equipment, adaptive switches,
independent living aides, along with a library of catalogs with more
information about assistive technology equipment.

These 25 pieces will be advertised on our webpage and in our quarterly
newsletter. This library will be open to all Ohioans with disabilities
or to parents or guardians of children with disabilities. The equipment
will be housed at the Columbus office of AT Ohio. The devices will be
taken out on a three-week basis. Borrowers will have to sign an
agreement approved by The Ohio State University. The items will be
marked with a tag to show they are the property of The Ohio State
University. Assistive Technology of Ohio will assume all costs for
shipping and reasonable costs for maintenance on the purchased items.
Included in every loan will be information regarding potential vendors
of the device or of similar devices, and information regarding potential
means to fund the purchase of the device.

5.4 [Device Demonstration Program]{.underline} -- Describe how the State
will implement a device demonstration program as described in section
4(e)(2)(D) of the Act.

As of the writing of this state plan, AT Ohio does not operate any
Device Demonstration Program (DDP). Up until May 31, 2005, AT Ohio
operated a device demonstration lab based out of our regional office in
Marietta, Ohio. The Technology Outreach Program (TOPS) was housed at
Washington State Community College and operated under a grant through
the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC). This program ended, as
indicated, at the end of May. According to ARC, the equipment purchased
under ARC grants is intended to provide an enduring benefit to the
Appalachian region of the state. AT Ohio no longer has an employee in
the southeast region of Ohio. As a result of these facts, we are in the
process of donating the equipment for the Device Demonstration Program
to Washington State Community College for the furtherance of a program
that will now be run by Washington State.

The Marietta program served only a three or four county area.
Furthermore, it was located in the far southeast region of Ohio, the
most sparsely populated region of our state. AT Ohio plans to develop a
new Device Demonstration Program that will have the capacity to provide
this needed service on a statewide basis. To this end, we are developing
plans to purchase a minivan or minibus to be converted into a portable
DDP. Included in this program will be a mobile trailer that is used for
cross-country trips. This will include living quarters, a kitchen area
and a home entertainment area within its confines.

This vehicle will be fully modified to indicate to consumers the various
ways that a vehicle can be adapted to meet the needs of people with
disabilities. Included within the vehicle will be ways to modify the
gasoline pedal, brakes and gearshifts, along with the radio, windshield
wipers, and heating and air conditioning units. The van will also house
various types of assistive technology that can be used in a device
demonstration.

The trailer will be modified to demonstrate the way that living quarters
can be modified to meet with needs of people with disabilities. Wider
hallways, adaptive equipment, computerized environmental controls will
all be included to demonstrate how assistive technology can be used to
facilitate independent living for people with disabilities.

The goal will be to expand our DDP to be able to take to secondary
schools and high schools across the state. We will also be able to use
the vehicle and assistive technology equipment at statewide disability
and rehabilitation conferences.

In year one of the state plan, AT Ohio will try to identify the level of
interest of schools and community organizations across the state for a
device demonstration presentation. How this program will operate and how
it is received (i.e., feedback), will impact the goals set by AT Ohio
for years two and three of this state plan.

Regardless of how they operate, the demonstration programs will be
designed to offer individuals with disabilities, their families, and
professionals the opportunity to experience a number of different
devices while being guided by experts. Allowing them to compare and
contrast different devices will help them make in informed decision
about what device to purchase or whether to purchase a device at all.

**Attachment 6: Comparable Support**

6.1 [Source and Amount of Support]{.underline} -- Identify the
State-level activity for which there is comparable support, the source
of this support, the amount of the support, and the Program year for
which this support is being provided.

6.2 [Comparability]{.underline} \-- Demonstrate that this support is
comparable in terms of funding and that the activities are comparable in
terms of scope.

6.3 [Coordination and Collaboration]{.underline} -- Describe how the
State will coordinate activities and collaborate with the appropriate
entity, if the comparable funds are provided to, or the activities are
conducted by, an entity other than the Lead Agency or Implementing
Entity.

Ohio is not claiming comparable support.

**Attachment 7: State Flexibility**

7.1 [Activity]{.underline} -- Identify each State-level activity the
State is choosing not to carry out.

7.2 [Maintenance of Statewideness and Comprehensiveness]{.underline} --
Demonstrate that the Statewide AT Program will continue to be
comprehensive without conducting this activity.

7.3 [Achievement of Measurable Goals]{.underline} - Demonstrate that the
State can reach its measurable education goals, employment goals,
telecommunications and information technology goals, and community
living goals without conducting such activities.

7.4 [Coordination and Collaboration]{.underline} -- Describe how the
Lead Agency or Implementing Entity will coordinate activities and
collaborate with entities in the State that do conduct this activity, if
the State chooses not to conduct this activity because another entity
already conducts it.

Ohio is not utilizing the state flexibility clause of the AT Act.

**Attachment 8: State Leadership Activities**

8.1 [Training and Technical Assistance Activities]{.underline} --
Describe how the State will provide training and technical assistance to
enhance the knowledge, skills, and competencies of individuals from
local settings statewide, including representatives of State and local
educational agencies, other State and local agencies, early intervention
programs, adult service programs, hospitals and other health care
facilities, institutions of higher education and businesses as described
in section 4(e)(3)(B)(i) of the AT Act.

Over the next three years, AT Ohio will engage in a number of training
activities. AT Ohio has already conducted a series of statewide
assistive technology education days for human services professionals. We
anticipate being able to continue delivering such training upon request.
These include:

-   **Training for education professionals** (special education
    teachers, speech therapists, occupational and physical therapists).
    The Director of AT Ohio teaches a course at The Ohio State
    University on emerging assistive technologies for people with
    disabilities. The topics covered include a basic understanding of
    AT, to including AT in the classroom, to training on the use of
    specific devices. The training was developed to cover a broad range
    of disabilities that teachers are likely to encounter in their
    professional duties. This is class list is composed primarily of
    special education teachers but is open to all graduate students at
    Ohio State University. It is also available to professionals who are
    not full-time graduate students at Ohio State, but who wish to take
    the course for professional development and / or continuing
    education purposes. In addition, discussions are being held
    regarding the possibility that in coming years, the class could be
    offered via distance learning. The projected date for the distance
    learning service is the fall of 2007. This course will be open to
    students at Ohio State and other appropriate personnel across the
    state.

-   **Training for employment professionals**. AT Ohio contracts with
    professionals in the field to conduct education days aimed at
    improving employment potential for people with disabilities through
    the use of AT. We have conducted and will continue to conduct
    regional trainings for vocational rehabilitation counselors and
    social workers that focus on employment. The training is developed
    to include information for a broad array of disabilities and
    devices. The training courses consist of one all-day overview of
    emerging technologies in all areas of the disability field and offer
    continuing education credits for social work, counseling, MR/DD case
    management and rehabilitation counseling.

-   **Statewide disability conferences**. AT Ohio professional staff
    remains committed to giving presentations on assistive technology
    for independent living. These conferences are widely attended by
    both people with disabilities and professionals working in the
    field. This training is developed to include information for a broad
    array of disabilities and devices.

## Technical Assistance

-   AT Ohio is working in partnership with the Goodwill Rehabilitation
    Center of Columbus to provide training on the accessibility features
    available on Windows operating systems through our involvement in
    the Microsoft Accessibility Resource Center.

## Transition

The AT Act requires that AT Ohio specifically focus on training and TA
around transition. This includes transition for students with
disabilities who are leaving high school for employment or
post-secondary education and transition for those entering or
maintaining community living. During the first year of this plan, AT
Ohio will work in partnership with the Nisonger Center, also located at
The Ohio State University, in their work in area of transition. The
Nisonger Center is involved in several national studies surrounding
transition from school to work, and specifically the role that assistive
technology plays in this transition. They have administered programs
that we have participated in where they provide direct support to
students in schools to train and evaluate teachers, counselors, and
students on the effective use of assistive technology. We will enter
into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) outlining our specific
contribution to their important work.

In addition, AT Ohio will work in partnership with the Ohio
Developmental Disabilities Council on their transition activities, which
focus heavily on transition from education to community living. Two
\$100,000 six-year grants are pending approval in the coming months. We
are in discussion with professional staff from the health committee and
the community living committee to lend our support to the disability
organization selected to work in this area.

8.2 [Public Awareness Activities]{.underline} -- Describe how the State
will provide information to targeted individuals and entities relating
to the availability, benefits, appropriateness, and costs of assistive
technology devices and assistive technology services as described in
section 4(e)(3)(B)(ii) of the AT Act.

Over the next three years, AT Ohio will use a multifaceted approach
(mailings, Internet, exhibits, presentations, and training) to increase
awareness about the benefits of assistive technology devices and
services, the types of AT devices and services available, funding for AT
devices and services, and policies related to AT. AT Ohio will provide
the following public awareness activities:

**Information and Referral.** The toll-free 800 numbers provide free
information and referral services on AT for people of all ages with
disabilities. Family members, service providers, teachers, case
managers, and others who work in fields related to disability services
or AT may also use this service. AT Ohio provides information to those
who call on the availability, benefits, location, appropriateness and
cost of AT devices or services. In addition, AT Ohio will, as cases
warrant, send additional information about assistive technology devices
or services to callers so that they can make an informed decision. A
consumer satisfaction survey will be mailed to callers following the
call to determine if they are satisfied with the information provided by
AT Ohio or if they need additional information.

**Newsletter.** The AT Ohio newsletter is developed and disseminated in
hard copy and mailed to consumers. Over the next three years, AT Ohio
will also develop a web-based newsletter and a list serve to disseminate
information to subscribers over the Internet. We will continue to
generate a hard-copy newsletter for both our Adaptive Toy Lending
Program and mailing list (as requested by consumers) at least twice a
year. Sections of the newsletter will contain information about new
assistive technology devices, conferences and other educational forums,
community events, disability sporting events, updates on Legislation,
and reviews of media of interest to persons with disabilities.

**Web Site.** AT Ohio will continue to maintain a website that features
in-depth information on the four State Level Activities of the AT Act of
1998, as amended, as well as other information about programs offered by
AT Ohio. The Web site will continue to evolve to include web blogs,
extensive links to a wide variety of resources, including online
disability communities, links to vendors of assistive devices and
services, update on legislation on disability-related topics,
announcements of national or international conferences relating to
disability. The Web Site will also expand to include information on
where to find used and donated assistive devices. Contact information
will continue to be available so consumers can contact AT Ohio easily.
The Web site will also have a text-only version so users with
screen-readers can readily access the information. The web site will
also include all telephone numbers, toll free, local, and fax and TTY
line. The web site is being developed to include lists of AT specialists
throughout Ohio who conduct AT assessments and evaluations.

**Exhibits, Displays and Presentations.** AT Ohio has participated, and
will continue to participate, in local, statewide, regional and national
conferences related to disabilities. Brochures detailing AT Ohio's
programs and services will be made available, with alternate formats
provided as requested. AT staff has created power point presentations
that range from AT for Early Intervention, to AT for Senior Citizens and
How to make public libraries accessible for patrons with disabilities.
In addition, AT Ohio will co-sponsor disability-related events, or
provide financial support to certain disability-related events as deemed
appropriate to our budget.

**Training.** AT Ohio will hold "Assistive Technology Education Days"
for professionals to learn about the different kinds of Assistive
Technology devices that are available.

8.3 [Coordination and Collaboration]{.underline} -- Describe how the
State will coordinate activities among public and private entities that
are responsible for policies, procedures, or funding for the provision
of assistive technology devices and assistive technology services to
individuals with disabilities, service providers, and others to improve
access to assistive technology devices and assistive technology services
as described in section 4(e)(3)(B)(iii) of the AT Act.

Because coordination and collaboration with public and private entities
often is based on emerging, new, or changing policies and procedures, it
is difficult to anticipate all of the coordination and collaboration
activities that AT Ohio will undertake over the next three years. In the
past, coordination and collaboration involved the proposal of new or
changes to current AT policies, providing input on proposed AT policies,
and analysis of the impact of current AT policies. AT Ohio does this by
participating on statewide disability councils, advocacy groups and
disability networks throughout Ohio, and through independent efforts.

Currently, AT Ohio is collaborating and coordinating with:

-   The Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council by having our director
    serve as the chairman for a two-year term.

-   The Statewide Independent Living Council by having our board
    president serve as a board member.

-   The Ohio Disability Policy Coalition by having our agency as a
    member.

-   The Ohio State University by teaching a class on assistive
    technology for special education teachers through the College of
    Education.

AT Ohio anticipates coordinating and collaborating on policies in a
similar manner over the next three years.

**Attachment 9: Involvement of Public and Private Entities**

9.1 [Nature and Extent of Resources]{.underline} \-- Describe the nature
and extent of resources that will be committed by public and private
collaborators to assist in accomplishing identified goals.

As described in attachment 5, Assistive Technology of Ohio will work
with Public Libraries throughout Ohio to implement its Adaptive Toy
Lending Program. Each library will provide storage space for AT devices
free of charge as an in-kind contribution. They will also provide
administrative support for the program such as cataloging, replenishing
of consumables (batteries, etc.), replacement of broken devices, and
addition of new toys and devices not originally provided. Each library
will also put notice of the Adaptive Toy and Assistive Technology
Lending program on its website.

We are already working with some 30 public libraries across the State of
Ohio to implement the Adaptive Toy and Assistive Technology Lending
Program. Many of these libraries are located in economically depressed
and areas of underserved populations where access to adaptive toys and
assistive technology is limited. The libraries implement policies and
procedures that are congruent with the policies and procedures they have
in place for all other catalogued material.

9.2 [Mechanism to Ensure Collaboration --]{.underline} Describe the
mechanisms established to ensure coordination of activities and
collaboration between the implementing entity, if any, and the State.

AT Ohio is the lead agency for Ohio, and we do not utilize an
implementing entity.

9.3 [Involvement of State Advisory Council]{.underline} - Describe the
nature and extent of the involvement of the State Advisory Council in
the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the activities carried
out through the grant, including setting the measurable goals required
in section 4(d)(3).

The primary responsibility of the Assistive Technology of Ohio Advisory
Council shall be to serve in an advisory capacity to AT Ohio on issues
relating directly to the needs, problems, and other concerns of people
with disabilities with regards to Assistive Technology. While AT Ohio
personnel are directly responsible for delivery of most of the required
state level and state leadership activities, the council will support
and assist staff in fulfilling these responsibilities to improve the
lives of people with disabilities, their families and those who are
concerned about assistive technology issues. This structure will allow
for integration and coordination among various services and programs
with the ultimate goal of providing consumers with a "one-stop" approach
to AT access and acquisition in the State of Ohio.

The Assistive Technology of Ohio Advisory Council will evaluate all
programs and services on a yearly basis and produce an annual report
that will be used to identify and plan for program improvement in future
years. The annual report will be provided to the legislature and the
Governor. For purposes of State Plan submission, the AT Council
discussed content and issues during the August meeting and the Executive
Board reviewed and approved the document prior to submission.

**Attachment 10: State Support**

10.1 [State Support for State-level Activities]{.underline} -- If
applicable, describe how the State will support with State funds any
State-level activities described in section 4(e)(2).

In 2002, AT Ohio was able to secure a line item in the State of Ohio's
Biennial Budget. In State Fiscal Years 2002 and 2003, AT Ohio received
from the state \$50,000 in each year. In Fiscal Years 2004 and 2005, the
State instituted across the board percentage cuts to every line item,
and AT Ohio received \$47,531 for both years. For the 2006/07 State
Fiscal Years, AT Ohio will also receive \$47,531 in both years.

These state dollars have been used as a match for other grant awards, to
purchase equipment for the Adaptive Toy and Assistive Technology Lending
Library and for the Computer Recycling and ReDistribution Program.
During the next two years, AT Ohio plans on using the funding from the
state to continue supporting the purchasing of equipment for the Lending
Libraries and the Computer Program. Since federal dollars cannot be used
for the direct purchase of technology for individuals with disabilities,
state dollars are used to help purchase the technologies needed to
refurbish the computers.

AT Ohio will also continue to go after other funding opportunities, in
which case, the state dollars might be needed as a match for a separate
grant award opportunity. In this type of scenario, only the Computer
Program will benefit from the State Dollars.

10.2 [State Support for State Leadership Activities]{.underline} - If
applicable, describe how the State will support with State funds any
State Leadership activities described in section 4(e)(3), if applicable.

Because of the uncertainty of the Computer Program since its operation
is based solely on the donations of computers, there is a possibility
that funding could be left over that would need to be reallocated at the
end of the state fiscal year. If this would happen, the dollars would be
used for state leadership activities.

AT Ohio will also work to secure other avenues of funding for state
leadership activities in future years.

**Attachment 11: Allocation and Utilization of Funds**

11.1 [Tracking Expenditures]{.underline} -- Describe planned procedures
for tracking expenditures for activities described in sections 4(e)(2)
and (3).

All departments at the Ohio State University Research Foundation use the
same networked software and accounting program. An elaborate coding
system has been developed by Ohio State University through the years to
track expenses. The PeopleSoft software and the web-based "P.I. Portal"
allow appropriate personnel to track expenditures on via the Internet.
At any time, a report can be obtained to monitor expenditures to assure
that AT Ohio is in compliance with the percentages and budget amounts as
per the State Plan. It will be the responsibility of AT Ohio's director
to monitor expenditures on a monthly basis.

11.2 [Proposed Budget Allocations]{.underline} -- Attach a budget
containing proposed allocations for activities described in sections
4(e)(2) and (3).

The following are proposed budget allocations for State Leadership and
State Level Activities for Year 1 of the Program.

**Proposed Distribution Total Award Amount**

**[Allocation \$397,130]{.underline}**

State Level 60% \$214,450

State Leadership 40% \$142,967

*Leadership Activities 95% (of 40%) \$135,819*

*Transition 5% (of 40%) \$ 7,148*

Indirect Costs 10% \$ 39,713

**TOTAL** **\$397,130**

Within the above budget, AT Ohio proposes to apportion funds for
specific activities in the following manner.

**State Level Activities** **Proposed Allocation**

State Financing Activities \$32,168

Device Reutilization Program \$53,612

Device Loan Program \$64,335

Device Demonstration Program \$64,335

**State Leadership Activities Proposed Allocation**

Training and Technical Assistance Activities \$50,038

Transition \$ 7,149

Public Awareness Activities \$42,890

Coordination and Collaboration \$42,890