HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-09-07Clarington Accessibility Advisory Committee
September 7, 2016, 6:00 P.M.
Meeting Room 1A
Present: Shea-Lea Latchford
Maureen Reed
Tim Van Leeuwen
Also Present: Jeannette Whynot – Accessibility Coordinator
Bob Genosko – Parks Supervisor, Operations Department
Regrets: André O’Bumsawin
Councillor Partner
Jacquie Watchorn
Sally Barrie
There being no quorum present, no official business was conducted.
(a) Adoption of Minutes
To be considered at the next meeting.
(b) Presentation
Bob Genosko and Jeannette Whynot provided the Committee with a presentation
outlining various features that make outdoor playgrounds accessible.
An informal discussion took place on the various kinds of playground features,
including accessible active and sensory components. Informal feedback from the
committee was noted and will be incorporated into the procurement process of
purchasing new playgrounds. The Accessibility Coordinator advised the
Committee that she received a few submissions from members of the public who
had feedback on what features they’d like to see in an accessible format.
3. Business Arising From Minutes
(a) Apple Fest Planning
Due to the lack of quorum, the Committee deferred final planning of Apple Fest to
the October 5, 2016 AAC meeting.
(b) Review of Promotional Material
The Accessibility Coordinator showed the Committee a draft of the new brochure
created for the AAC to hand out at community events. Feedback was extremely
positive. The Coordinator advised that she will ensure copies are ordered and
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that there are other promotional materials to hand out.
(c) 2016 Regional Accessibility Awards
The Accessibility Coordinator reminded members that the Durham Region Joint
AAC forum is September 20th at the Region’s headquarters in Whitby. During the
forum the 2016 accessibility awards will be handed out.
4. New Business
(a) Accessibility Coordinator update on summer activities
The Accessibility Coordinator provided a brief overview of major activities that
occurred over the summer. At the request of the Committee, a more complete
discussion of summer activities will take place at the next meeting when more
Committee members are present.
5. Regional Update
(a) Regional AAC Minutes
No update.
6. Other Business
7. Date of Next Meeting
Wednesday October 5th, 2016 at 6:00 PM.
8. Adjournment
The meeting concluded at 7:31pm
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Chair
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Secretary