HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011-05-04 MinutesCLARINGTON ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
May 4, 2011, 6:00 P.M.
MEETING ROOM 1A
Present: Keith Brettell, Chair
Jennifer Forde
Tim Hick
Sylvia Jaspers-Fayer
Shea-Lea Latchford
Councillor Partner
Absent: Sally Barrie
David Kelly
Also Present: Patti Barrie, Municipal Clerk
1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Moved by Sylvia Jaspers-Fayer, seconded by Tim Hick
THAT the minutes of the meeting held on April 6, 2011 be approved.
“CARRIED”
2. BUSINESS ARISING FROM MINUTES
(a) Time of Day Electricity Pricing – Correspondence received from
Pat Madill, Regional Clerk
The Municipal Clerk advised that Council, at their meeting held on May 2, 2011,
endorsed the resolution from the Regional Municipality of Durham with respect to
Time of Day Electricity Pricing. Correspondence will be forwarded to the Minister
of Energy advising of Council’s actions.
3. NEW BUSINESS
(a) Committee Goals
Members of the Committee engaged in discussion highlighting their priorities for
work which they would like to accomplish during their term. Items to be
addressed include improvement of recreational facilities, ie, signage, power
doors, curb cuts, parking, change room alterations; outreach and education of
the public to ensure a better understanding of accessibility issues; and working
with the Business Improvement Areas and Service Clubs to ensure adequate
accessibility measures are taken into account when planning special events. In
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an attempt to provide education to the public, the Bowmanville BIA will be
contacted to enquire about the possibility of the Committee setting up a booth at
Applefest.
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(b) Rick Hansen 25 Anniversary Relay – Committee Update
Minutes of the April 28, 2011, Anniversary Relay Committee were distributed.
The next meeting of the Committee is scheduled to be held on Thursday,
May 26.
(c) Correspondence from Tracey Tyner Cavanagh, Accessibility Co-ordinator,
Regional Municipality of Durham – Three Initiatives
Correspondence was received advising of the Joint Regional AAC Meeting
scheduled to be held on May 30, 2011 at Regional Headquarters. This is an
opportunity for members of the Accessibility Advisory Committee members
across the Region to hear from presenters and share best practices. All
members of the Committee are encouraged to attend.
As part of the forum, a newsletter highlighting each Committee’s priority
achievements and/or updates will be developed. The Municipal Clerk will
forward information to the Region by the deadline of May 18, 2011.
Accessibility Awards are being presented to local businesses or individuals for
their successful removal of barriers for persons with disabilities. These awards
will be presented at the DREN Gala held on June 1, 2011.
Moved by Sylvia Jaspers-Fayer, seconded by Shea-Lea Latchford
THAT Bibles for Missions Thrift Store be nominated for an Accessibility Award as
they have hired three individuals with disabilities who work on a regular basis in
the store.
“CARRIED”
4. REGIONAL UPDATE
(a) Regional Chairs Meeting Update
Keith Brettell, Chair, advised that he and the Municipal Clerk attended the
Regional Chairs meeting on April 27. The meeting provided an opportunity for
the Committee Chairs to exchange ideas and a presentation was received from
Durham Transit.
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(b) Regional AAC Update
This matter was not considered at this meeting.
4. OTHER BUSINESS
The Municipal Clerk advised that the Customer Service training required under
the Ontarians with Disabilities Act is being held on June 1 and 2.
6. DATE OF NEXT MEETING
The next meeting of the Committee will be held on Wednesday, June 1, 2011,
commencing at 6:00 p.m. in Committee Room 1A (prior to the accessibility
training).
7. ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Shea-Lea Latchford, seconded by Tim Hick
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 7:08 p.m.
“CARRIED”
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Chair
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Secretary