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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJune 27, 2012 Page 1 CORP0228—2/02 Minutes/Meeting Summary Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Wednesday, June 27, 2012 7:10 pm Civic Complex - Main Committee Room Attendees: K. Falconer, Chair T. Arvisais, Vice Chair M. Brenner I. Fogo A. Heywood-Delpeache S. Little T. Logan D. Sharma D. Tierney S. Wilkinson J. Yacoumidis J. Morris L. Harker, Recording Secretary Absent: Councillor O’Connell D. Manning P. Noronha-Waldriff Item/ Ref # Details & Discussion & Conclusion (summary of discussion) Action Items/Status (include deadline as appropriate) 1. Welcome K. Falconer K. Falconer welcomed members to the meeting. 2. Adoption of Minutes All Moved by T. Arvisais Seconded by D. Tierney That the minutes of the April 25, 2012 and May 23, 2012 meetings of the Accessibility Advisory Committee be approved. Carried 3. 2012 Accessibility Awareness Event – Area Updates All Members provided updates on their contributions to the 2012 Accessibility Awareness Event.  K. Falconer has sent an email inviting David Onley. J. Page 2 CORP0228—2/02 Morris advised members that David Onley will require a formal invitation to attend, which will include a prepared agenda for the day.  I. Fogo advised members that she has invited Ian John to attend.  K. Falconer will be reducing the number of chairs at the event due to the obstacle course and few people using the chairs at last year’s event.  J. Morris to provide members with a bird’s eye view of the event area.  I. Fogo suggested that a few Committee members conduct a site visit to determine the best location for booths and the obstacle course.  M. Brenner suggested using home grown talents to generate awareness in our community by placing ads in the Community Page for nominations and to invite submissions and profiles of individuals in the community. K. Falconer advised members that P. Noronha-Waldriff has already committed to conducting this advertisement by placing ads on City signs and Community Page advertisements.  D. Sharma suggested inviting private businesses to set up their own booths. J. Morris advised the Committee that there may be permit restrictions with this.  J. Yacoumidis suggested inviting the group ―I am who I am‖ or the vocational group that spoke at a recent PAAC meeting.  M. Brenner suggested approaching a business in the mall (Sears or the Bay) to donate audio visual equipment for the event (flat screen TV, etc.).  D. Sharma questioned whether the Committee could obtain a photographer to capture the moments during the event. M. Brenner suggestion outreaching to high school film students or Durham College students to take photos.  J. Morris to follow up on obtaining lollipop signage to advertise the event at the Pickering Town Centre.  A. Heywood-Delpeache has invited singer, Samantha Mutis to the event.  S. Little has invited the paraplegic association.  D. Tierney has confirmed that the Canadian Hearing Association will attend and the CNIB will attend the event and provide videos and a simulation activity.  J. Morris to reserve the City’s laptop and projector for the event.  T. Arvisais to invite Tom Brown from CTV to MC the event.  P. Noronha-Waldriff to provide updates on her items to Committee members via email. J. Morris to action J. Morris to action J. Morris to action T. Arvisais to action P. Noronha-Waldriff to action Page 3 CORP0228—2/02 4. 2012 Work Plan Updates All Members provided updates on their Work Plan items.  S. Wilkinson and D. Sharma provided an overview of the chart they completed detailing the number of accessible parking spots in all Durham municipalities. K. Falconer read an email from Arnold Mostert, MP&E, regarding barrier free parking space painting. This item was referred to S. Wilkinson and D. Sharma for their review. They will provide an update at the September meeting.  D. Sharma conducted preliminary research on curb cuts and requested a copy of the City’s specifications on curb cuts from J. Morris.  T. Arvisais advised the Committee that he would be reviewing crossing times throughout the summer and would update the Committee in September.  J. Yacoumidis and M. Brenner advised the Committee that they would be meeting throughout the summer to discuss ways to build upon the 2012 Accessibility Survey. J. Morris advised the Committee that they survey has not yet been launched due to the addition of a question relating to accessible taxicabs. Once the survey has been launched, the website has a tool available to collect and analyze the data, which will be passed along to this subgroup.  M. Brenner suggested that there be a laptop set up at the 2012 Accessibility Event for people to complete the 2012 Accessibility Survey on the spot.  A. Heywood-Delpeache and D. Sharma provided an overview of their brainstorming on student engagement. J. Morris suggested a poster contest and to use the posters as backdrops for the stage during the 2012 Accessibility Event.  D. Tierney, T. Logan and S. Wilkinson to provide an update of the accessibility audit of public facilities in September.  M. Brenner and D. Sharma to provide an update of the accessibility audit of local businesses in September.  T. Arvisais and M. Brenner to provide an update of the discussions with Senior Management Team in September. 5. Other Business All 5.1) D. Sharma provided an overview of his research on TTC Detectable Warning Detail at curb ramps to the Committee. D. Sharma advised the Committee that City of Pickering staff are currently investigating the feasibility and advantages of installing these warning domes. 5.2) K. Falconer advised the Committee that the Durham Catholic Page 4 CORP0228—2/02 District School Board is conducting an accommodation review and that there is the possibility that some Pickering schools will close. One particular school, Holy Redeemer, is considered one of the City’s most accessible schools and therefore K. Falconer is advising the Committee to recommend against closure. Moved by T. Arvisais Seconded by S. Wilkinson That the Pickering Accessibility Advisory Committee not support the closure of Holy Redeemer school due to the accessible nature of the school and heritage values; and That the City of Pickering Council be requested to advise the school board and MP’s of their recommendation. Carried 5.3) Site Plan Review – S04/12 Michaels Store The Committee reviewed this site plan and contributed the following recommendations:  An additional curb cut at the north edge of the building is required  One (1) additional accessible parking spot is required  That the City review paths of travel for increased accessibility to the plaza. 5.4) The Committee requested copies of the City of Pickering Code of Conduct. 5.5) K. Falconer advised the Committee that the bus stop signage at Sears at the Pickering Town Centre has been changed. L. Harker to action 6. Next Meeting/Adjournment All Moved by T. Arvisais Seconded by D. Sharma That the meeting be adjourned. Carried Next Meeting: September 26, 2012 Meeting Adjourned: 9:20 pm Copy: City Clerk