May 5, 1994



U.S. Rep. Benjamin A. Gilman
2185 Rayburn House Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20515

Dear Congressman Gilman:

Girl Scout House in New City has recently undergone some reno-
vations and repairs to improve special utilization, heating and
air conditioning, etc. It appears that further work needs to
be done to provide for Americans With Disabilities Act require-
ments. Fund-raising efforts in these difficult economic times
are, of course, hampered.

Rockland County Girl Scouts provides a worthwhile service to
girls throughout Rockland County and it is imperative that
reasonable accommodation be made for girls with special needs
as well as volunteers. I am seeking your advice as to whether
Federal grants or funds may be available to offset the expense
associated with ADA compliance.

The repairs necessary include items such as additional rest-
rooms, several ramps and widening of access doors. I don't
know an exact dollar figure at this point however, I would
imagine $30,000 - $40,000 would be necessary for this purpose.
You may contact Sandra Pochapin, the Executive Director of
Girl Scout House, at 638-0438 for further information if re-
quired. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to
help.

Thank you for your consideration. I am hopeful that something
is available to assist in this matter.

                               Sincerely,

                               Ralph F. Mandia 

RFM/pm
cc:    Ms. Sandra Pochapin
       211 Red Hill Road
       New  City, N.Y. 10956
01-03181