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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMay 22, 2013Attendees: M. Brenner K. Falconer A. Heywood - Delpeache (arrived at 7:30 pm) T. Logan P. McCafferty D. Sharma D. Tierney S. Milton, Staff Representative D. Marlowe, Staff Representative R. Michaud, Recording Secretary Guest: Isabelle Janton, Planner, City Development Absent: J. O'Connell, Regional Councillor T. Arvisais I. Fogo S. Little S. Wilkinson P. Noronha - Waldriff, Staff Representative D. Shields, City Clerk Minutes /Meeting Summary Accessibility Advisory Committee Wednesday, May 22, 2013 7 pm Tower Room Pickering Civic Complex Item/ Details & Discussion ,& Conclusion Action Items /Status Ref # (summary of discussion) (include deadline as appropriate) 1. Welcome S. Milton welcomed everyone to the meeting. 2. Review and Adoption of the Agenda All Moved by M. Brenner Seconded by K. Falconer That the agenda is approved. M. Brenner noted that he forwarded an agenda item for discussion and was not aware that it had been postponed to the June meeting. He indicated that he would like to ensure the item is added to the June agenda as it will need to be presented to Council before the summer recess. Carried Page 1 CORP0228 -2/02 3. Review and Adoption of Minutes All Moved by K. Falconer Seconded by M. Brenner That the minutes of the April 24, 2013 meeting be approved as amended. Carried 4. Site Plan Review Isabelle Janton Pickering Soccer Dome Isabelle Janton, Site Planning, City Development Department, provided an overview of the site plan for the Pickering Soccer Dome, including landscape plans, parking area, grading and floor plans. She indicated that the architects ensured that the designs complied with applicable sections of the Design of Public Spaces (Accessibility Standards for the Built Environment) which is Part IV.1 of the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation (Ontario Regulation 191/11 — see attached). These sections include Outdoor Public Use, Eating Areas, Exterior Paths of Travel, Accessible Parking, Service Counters and Waiting Areas. They also ensured compliance with recommended enhancements to the Ontario Building Code (OBC), which are above and beyond current OBC requirements, most notably: • Wider door widths and visual cues on glass doors; • Power doors (recommended rough in but might as well install at each door); • Minimum of 1 universal washroom (which the soccer dome design currently does not include); • Visual fire alarm (in addition to the audible fire alarms); • Barrier Free washrooms must include an adult change table, fold down grab bar, amended mounting height and locations for washroom accessories, and allow for T- shaped turning spaces; • Accessible seating spaces for "events ". Accessible bleacher products that allow accessible spaces dispersed among seating area to provide choice of viewing location; • Handicap Parking spaces meet the new width. Page 2 CORP0228 -2/02 D. Sharma enquired if the parking spaces would be based on the new requirements or whether there would be a combination of the smaller and wider width. I. Janton indicated that all parking spaces will be Type A, which is the wider space, to meet by -law requirements. D. Sharma noted that the plans did not make any reference to the parking lot lighting and asked if the City would be getting those plans to ensure they adhere to the accessibility standards. I. Janton advised that she would follow up with the architects for Isabelle Janton to a copy of the lighting plans. follow up. P. McCafferty asked what type of bleachers would be installed and if they are fully accessible, with proper elevation and if there was walking space around the track. I. Janton said that the bleachers will be fully accessible as noted in the comments provided by Mike Dwinnell. S. Milton commented that the design includes mandatory walking space around the track as special shoes are required to be on the soccer fields. K. Falconer enquired if "other uses" is being considered for the Soccer Dome. S. Milton indicated that this is not under consideration due to the costs involved. Pickle Barrel Restaurant Isabelle Janton also provided an overview on the site plans for the new Pickle Barrel Restaurant which will be located on Liverpool Road on the West side parking lot of the Pickering Town Centre. The proposed restaurant consists of 2 storey building with patios on the first and second floors. The restaurant will be built to meet all accessibility standards and will also include an elevator for easier access to the second floor. The plans show for 2 disabled parking spots, but committee members recommended adding an additional spot to better meet the by -law requirements. Page 3 CORP0228 -2/02 Page 4 CORP0228 -2/02 D. Tierney enquired on the total capacity for the restaurant. This information was not available but I. Janton will enquire and inform committee members. 5. 2013 Accessibility Awareness Event — June 1st S. Milton S. Milton circulated copies of the flyer to promote the 2013 Accessibility Awareness Event being held Saturday, June 1St at the Pickering Town Centre. She noted that the event promises to be great with, a full day of presenters and activities. S. Milton mentioned that Prem Noronha- Waldriff expressed thanks to the committee members for coming together and putting great effort in the planning process. It was noted that the line -up is full; however a request has been made to accommodate an additional space for the MS group. S. Milton advised that she would speak to Prem to confirm if S. Milton to follow up. any space can be made available for them. To date, Mayor Ryan, MPP Tracy McCharles and Corneliu Chisu are confirmed to attend. MP's Chris Alexander's office to confirm his attendance within the next -week. The event has been well advertised with posters and flyers at the mall, LED signs, ad in the community page and also included in the family calendar which goes out to schools. S. Milton mentioned that Prem is finalizing the agenda and Prem to send agenda speaking notes for dignitaries. The agenda and volunteer and volunteer schedule will be forwarded to committee members for their schedule. information. P. McCafferty offered to put flyers up at the Abilities Centre in Whitby. A. Heywood — Delpeache advised that she is available all day. S. Milton to inform Prem accordingly. K. Falconer expressed his thanks to the marketing team within Culture & Recreation for doing a great job in promoting the event. Page 4 CORP0228 -2/02 6.0 Other Business All D. Marlowe mentioned that a tour of the Abilities Centre in Whitby has been organized for City staff and they are extending the invitation to the members of the Accessibility Advisory Committee who may be interested to join. Tentative date is for the second week of June, preferably a Monday or Wednesday, during the daytime. D. Marlowe will confirm the date and time and inform committee members. Motion.to adjourn. Moved by K. Falconer Seconded by M. Brenner Carried Meeting Adjourned: 8:05 pm Copy: City Clerk Page 5 CORP0228 -2/02