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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-11-07 MinutesClarington Accessibility Advisory Committee November 7, 2018, 6:30 PM MAC Meeting Room 1A If this information is required in an alternate format, please contact the Accessibility Coordinator at 905-623-3379 ext. 2131. Present: Shea-Lea Latchford (Chair) Maureen Reed Sylvia Jaspers-Fayer Pinder DaSilva Councillor Wendy Partner Sally Barrie Also Present: Andrea Nicholson – Accessibility Coordinator Faye Langmaid – Acting Director of Planning (until 7:15PM) Regrets: Jacqui Watchorn Tim Van Leeuwen (attending Metrolinx-DRT meeting) The meeting was called to order at 6:30PM. 1. Adoption of Minutes Moved by Councillor Partner, seconded by Pinder DaSilva That the minutes of the meeting of October 3, 2018 be approved. Carried 2. Presentations a) Special Projects update and feedback Faye Langmaid reported on the patio project and included feedback from the two restaurants, the BIAs and the community. Faye requested the Committee’s feedback. The Committee reported that the patios had good design however having the patio adjacent to the road was less favourable than having the sidewalk relocated between the patio and the road. The Committee recommended that ramps be wider than minimum standard to allow for wheelchairs with side bags, or scooters, to have easier access to the patio. It is important that people with disabilities using the patios have access to an accessible washroom. Faye also reported on the King Street Parklet. The parklet is almost complete and the Municipality is waiting for the installation of the bus shelter before Clarington Accessibility - 2 - November 7, 2018 Advisory Committee Page 2 of 5 installing the seating. The accessible parking spaces in the adjacent parking lot will have new lines painted. Faye will prepare a report to Council on these special projects. 3. Business Arising From Minutes a) Educational Event for Municipal Staff on universal design Andrea Nicholson presented information on Thea Kurdi’s Accessibility Boot Camp, a half day education session for staff on accessibility and universal design. The program is designed for a small group of 20 people. The format is part presentation and part practical. The fee is $50 per person for 20 people. Andrea will coordinate the event on behalf of the Committee. Moved by Sally Barrie, seconded by Pinder DaSilva THAT the Accessibility Advisory Committee provide the funds for Thea Kurdi’s Accessibility Boot Camp for 20-25 municipal staff. Carried b) AAC Awareness at Community Events - October 13 Applefest Committee members that participated in the awareness event at Applefest reported the event went well. The Committee appreciated being able to share a space with the Elections tent. Materials were counted before, and after, in an effort to determine the quantity of materials needed for this event in the future. The following items were distributed to the community throughout the day: • 100 reflective zipper pulls • 100 wallet magnifiers • 250 jar grips • 150 brochures • 150 bookmarks c) Promotional items / Budget i. Banners – the Committee reviewed the updated banner designs and by consensus chose the banner that contained 5 images. Andrea Nicholson will request the order for banners. Clarington Accessibility - 3 - November 7, 2018 Advisory Committee Page 3 of 5 d) On-street parking outside Newcastle Shoppers Drug Mart Andrea Nicholson reported that follow-up was made with Fred Horvath, Director of Operations, who has forwarded the request for a curb ramp adjacent to the parking space to Engineering. Because this is a Regional road, Sean Bagshaw, Capital Works Engineer will contact the Region of Durham regarding the options for a curb ramp. e) Garbage containers at transit stop blocking view at eastbound Highway 2 and Mearns. Andrea Nicholson reported that Operations has been informed that for people using wheelchairs, the view of oncoming busses at this transit stop was blocked by the set of garbage containers. Arrangements have been made by Operations to have the garbage containers moved to the south side of the sidewalk at eastbound Highway 2 and Mearns. 4. New Business a) December 3rd – International Day of Persons with Disabilities The Committee discussed options for recognizing International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Given that the Council and Committees will be between terms, the Committee agreed to request a proclamation and flag raising. A formal flag raising ceremony will not be requested this year. Andrea Nicholson will make the request to the Mayor’s Office on behalf of the Committee. b) Accessibility Coordinator Update Jeannette Whynot has returned from maternity leave and will transition back into the Accessibility Coordinator’s role over the next month. Andrea Nicholson will also remain in the role until the end of December. c) Next Term of AAC Andrea Nicholson informed the Committee that applications are being accepted for the Committee for the 2018-2022 term and agreed to send the link to the applications page to committee members by email. Those interested in applying must submit a new application. The new Council will appoint members in early 2019. Committee members may sit on the Committee for two consecutive terms as per the AAC’s Terms of Reference. Clarington Accessibility - 4 - November 7, 2018 Advisory Committee Page 4 of 5 5. Regional Updates a) Regional AAC Sally Barrie reported that the Regional AAC will have its last meeting on November 21. The Regional AAC is looking for members including members who represent non-visible disabilities, caregivers and people with dementia. Local AAC members may also sit on the Regional AAC, 6. Other business a) Boardwalk at Bond head Parkette Newcastle Councillor Partner reported that residents have complained that the edge protection on the boardwalk is a trip hazard. Andrea Nicholson reported that a 50mm edging is a safety feature required on boardwalks as per the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation: Design of Public Spaces. Councillor Partner also reported that a resident who uses a wheelchair finds it difficult to make 2 turns to get to the beach access mat and suggested the mat be located directly opposite to the accessible parking spaces instead of several metres away. Andrea reported that the beach access mat may be located when the slope to the beach is a lower slope. Councillor Partner agreed to follow up Peter Windolf, Manager of Park Development. Andrea agreed to send Councillor Partner the standard regarding edge protection on boardwalks. The Accessibility Coordinator will track the progress, report back to the new AAC at the next meeting. b) Playground review Shea-Lea Latchford reported that the site plan review subcommittee reviewed two playgrounds for accessibility on October 31. The playgrounds were equipped with several accessible features. A consultation was held on November 1 with three local daycare providers facilitated by Stephen Brake (Operations), Ken Mercer (Operations) and Andrea Nicholson (Accessibility Coordinator). The daycare providers were pleased with the playground design and gave input to improve the playground features. 7. Next Meeting After the new Council appoints the new AAC members, members will be notified of the next meeting date. Clarington Accessibility - 5 - November 7, 2018 Advisory Committee Page 5 of 5 8. Adjournment Moved by Maureen Reed and seconded by Pinder DaSilva, That the meeting adjourn. Carried The meeting concluded at 7:44 PM. _________________________ Chair _________________________ Secretary