HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017-11-01 MinutesClarington Accessibility Advisory Committee
November 1, 2017, 6:30 P.M.
Council Chambers
If this information is required in an alternate format, please contact the Accessibility
Coordinator at 905-623-3379 ext. 2131.
Present: Shea-Lea Latchford
Andre O’Bumsawin
Tim Van Leeuwen
Sally Barrie
Maureen Reed
Councillor Partner
Also Present: Andrea Nicholson – Accessibility Coordinator
Regrets: Jacqui Watchorn
Meeting was preceded by “Celebrating Accessibility in Clarington” event where the
AAC recognized organizations/business they nominated for the Durham Region
Accessibility Award for Clarington.The event was attended by Mayor Foster,
Councillors Cooke, Hooper and Partner, Anne Greentree (Clerks) Gord Wier
(Emergency and Fire Services) Stephen Brake (Operations) and David Crome
(Planning) and representatives from the nominated organizations/businesses: TJ
and Jessie Sheehan (Enniskillen General Store) Rev. Brotherton and Steve Coles
(St. Paul’s United Church), Brad MacIlroy (Three-Six Kitchen & Lounge) and John
Walsh (The SNUG).
The meeting was called to order at 7:40pm.
1. Adoption of Minutes
Moved by Maureen Reed, seconded by Sally Barrie
That the minutes of the meeting of October 4, 2017 be approved.
Carried
2. Presentation
There were no presentations.
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3. Business Arising From Minutes
(a) Delegation to Council November 27, 2017 – International Day of Persons
with Disabilities
Andre O’Bumsawin reported that he is preparing for the presentation to Council
and will include information about the International Day of Persons with
Disabilities. Andre requested input form Committee members. The Committee
agreed that he should be including information about the November 1 recognition
event. If members have other suggestions, they may be emailed directly to Andre
or to Accessibility Coordinator. Andrea Nicholson and Shea-Lea Latchford plan to
be in attendance at the delegation.
(b) Flag Raising on Friday Dec 1 for International Day of persons with
Disabilities
The Accessibility Coordinator presented various options for the flag raising. The
Committee agreed to request that the Mayor speak to International Day of
Persons with Disabilities at a flag raising. Committee members were encouraged
to attend the flag raising.
At the request of the Committee, the Accessibility Coordinator will make the
request to the Mayor’s Office on behalf of the Committee.
4. New Business
(a) Metrolinx and Durham region Transit Accessibility Public Meeting
Accessibility Coordinator provided information on the joint Metrolinx/Durham
Region Transit Accessibility Public meeting on November 27, 6:00-9:00pm in
Whitby (Abilities Centre). Metrolinx requested that anyone interested in
attending register in advance. AAC members were emailed the information.
5. Regional Update
Andre O’Bumsawin reported that at the most recent Regional AAC meeting,
Durham Region presented an update on the redevelopment of their website.
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6. Other Business
(a) King Street Parklet Public Information Centre
The Accessibility Coordinator informed AAC about a Public Information Centre
being held on Tuesday November 7 in Council Chambers. Council approved
funding for the redevelopment of the 20 King Street Landscaping which will
include tree replacement, additional seating and a shelter. The public are invited
to attend and provide feedback on the proposals for the streetscape. The
Accessibility Coordinator forwarded details to AAC members by email.
(b) Change of regular meeting day for January - April
Maureen requested a change in meeting as her work schedule has changed for
the January – April. The committee discussed possible options and proposed
meeting on the first Monday of the month for January-April and requested the
Accessibility Coordinator seek clarification regarding the process for changing
meeting times.
7. Date of Next Meeting
Wednesday December 6, 2017 at 6:30 pm MAC Meeting Room 1A
8. Adjournment
Moved by Tim Van Leeuwen, and seconded by Sally Barrie
That the meeting adjourn.
Carried
The meeting concluded at 8:04 pm.
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Chair
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Secretary