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Accessibility Advisory Committee Minutes, September 7, 2023
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Clarington Accessibility Advisory Committee
Minutes for the meeting of
September 7, 2023 6:30 p.m.
Via Microsoft Teams
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Coordinator at 905-623-3379 ext. 2131.
Present: Beatrice Kraayenhof
Keith Brettell
Lesley Scherer
Sanja Wirch
Hawa Mire
Sheikh Hossain
Also Present: Jeannette Whynot, Accessibility Coordinator
Regrets: Councilor Corinna Traill
1. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 6:34 p.m.
2. Declaration of Interest
None
3. Land Acknowledgement Statement
4. 2023 Accessibility Award Nomination
Jeannette provided an overview of the award criteria created by the Region of Durham
and a brief history of the award process.
Keith nominated Canadian Tire Bowmanville for their exceptional customer service. He
outlined various examples of how they went above and beyond for him, and how they
always respected his dignity and independence when assisting him.
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Beatrice nominated Golden Griddle in Newcastle for their commitment to accessibility
and creating and inclusive space for people with disabilities. She noted that their patio
and ramp are accessible to her and the inside of the building is also accessible. It was
noted that this was especially great considering the original building and the space they
had to work with.
Lesley and Jeannette had previously discussed a few options, incase there were no
nominations from Committee members this year.
• Spects Optical in Newcastle, for being physically accessible and having great
customer service.
• Markets Ontario, Bowmanville. While the front of this b usiness is not accessible,
there is a great accessible entrance at the back, where they have additional
parking for patrons. Inside is also accessible and spacious.
• Nooks, Bowmanville. This store was previously inaccessible when it was
operated by a different business. There was a single step after entering the front
entrance. This retailer ramped that step, making the inside of the business
accessible. Inside it spacious and they provide great customer service.
After a brief discussion, Committee members were given the opportunity to vote for their
choice.
2 votes for Canadian Tire Bowmanville
4 Votes for Newcastle Griddle
Jeannette will prepare the nomination form and submit it to the Region on behalf of the
Committee. Certificates of nomination will be given to all other businesses nominated so
they are aware that the Committee recognizes them.
5. Adjournment
Moved by Keith Brettell and seconded by Sheikh Hossain
That the meeting be adjourned, 6:52pm
Carried
Meeting adjourned at 6:52pm
Next meeting: September 27th, 6:30pm. Meeting will be hybrid format