HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-10-13 MinutesCLARINGTON ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
OCTOBER 13, 2005 6:30 P.M.
MEETING ROOM #1A
Present: David Kelly, Chair
Keith Brettell
Sandra Crandall
Councillor Adrian Foster
Norman Hannan
Darlene Matthews
Also Present: Justin Archambault, (representing Ron Collis)
Patti Barrie, Municipal Clerk
Candice Doiron, Secretary
1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Moved by Sandra Crandall, seconded by Norman Hannan
THAT the minutes of the meeting held on September 8, 2005 be approved.
CARRIED
2. SET BACK BY-LAW – PLANNING SERVICES DEPARTMENT
In response to questions raised at the September 8, 2005 meeting, Carlo
Pellarin, Manager, Development Review was in attendance to provide an
explanation of the Municipality's zoning by-law requirements related to setbacks
from the streetscape. He advised that a homeowner has the option of applying
to the Committee of Adjustment if the setback requirement cannot be met. The
fee for a Committee of Adjustment application is currently $450, however, it is
possible for staff to review this matter in relation to the construction of accessible
entrances. Mr. Pellarin indicated that he would contact other municipalities to
determine if they allow exceptions.
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3. ONTARIANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
Sandra Crandall provided a report from the AccessOntario conference she
attending, highlighting the following areas:
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Accessible Transportation
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Accessible Employment
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Accessible Housing
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Site Plan Review
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Children with Disabilities/Finance and Taxation Issues/Sports and Recreation
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Accessibility Advisory Committees
4. FOLLOW-UP OF CLARINGTON ACCESSIBILITY BUSINESS COMMUNITY
CHALLENGE
Discussion ensued as to the format of the certificates the Committee wishes to
present to the businesses that took part in the Accessibility Business Community
Challenge. Certificates will be drafted and brought to the next meeting for
discussion and approval.
5. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION
a) Durham Regional Vision Centre – Deborah Wilson has opened a new business
in Courtice providing services for low vision and blind clients. She has requested
an opportunity to address the Committee. Patti Barrie will contact her to
determine her availability for the next meeting, November 3.
b) DISPLAY MATERIAL FOR BOOTHS AT LOCAL EVENTS
Patti Barrie will provide pricing information and a draft brochure at the next
regularly scheduled meeting.
c) CAPability CONFERENCE
The Durham Region Employment Network and Industry Canada are organizing
the CAPability Conference on Thursday, October 27, 2005 at the Scugog
Community Centre. Patti will register herself and David Kelly.
6. OTHER BUSINESS
Patti Barrie advised the Committee that Candice Doiran has accepted a position
with the Township of Cramahe. This will be her last meeting with the Committee.
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7. DATE OF NEXT MEETING
The next regular meeting is scheduled to be held on November 3, 2005 at
6:30 p.m. in Meeting Room 1A at the Municipal Administrative Centre.
8. ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Keith Brettell, seconded by Councillor Foster
THAT the meeting adjourn at 8:00 p.m.
CARRIED
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Chair
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Secretary