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HomeMy WebLinkAboutM - March 26, 2014 Page 1 of 4 Minutes/Meeting Summary Accessibility Advisory Committee Wednesday, March 26, 2014 7 pm Main Committee Room, Pickering Civic Complex Attendees: M. Brenner K. Falconer T. Logan D. Sharma D. Tierney S. Wilkinson D. Marlowe, Staff Representative R. Michaud, Recording Secretary D. Shields, City Clerk Absent: Councillor O’Connell T. Arvisais P. Bashaw A. Heywood-Delpeache P. McCafferty Item/ Ref # Details & Discussion & Conclusion (summary of discussion) Action Items/Status (include deadline as appropriate) 1. Welcome D. Shields welcomed everyone and confirmed attendance for meeting quorum and a list was provided to the Security Guard. 2. Review and Approval of Minutes Moved by M. Brenner Seconded by S. Wilkinson That the minutes of the February 26, 2014 meeting be approved. Carried 3. Review Draft 2013 Annual Report D. Marlowe D. Marlowe provided draft copies of the committee’s achievements to be included in the City’s Annual Report to Council. Discussion ensued and it was suggested that more details be included with regards to the committee’s involvement in the Page 2 of 4 Item/ Ref # Details & Discussion & Conclusion (summary of discussion) Action Items/Status (include deadline as appropriate) review of site plan applications, i.e number of plans reviewed, and a list of most common concerns/recommendations. Moved by M. Brenner Seconded by D. Sharma That the 2013 Annual Report be approved with the addition of comments regarding site plan application reviews. Carried 4. Review of Amendment to the Draft 5 Year Accessibility Plan D. Marlowe D. Marlowe provided copies of the Design of Public Spaces Standards (Accessibility Standards for the Built Environment) for the committee’s review. He indicated that the complete report also includes the City’s Facility and Library components. The plan highlights the 2016 legislated requirements which include Recreational Trails and Beach Access Routes, Outdoor Public Use Eating Areas, Outdoor Play Spaces, Exterior Paths of Travel, Accessible Parking, Obtaining Services (counters) and Maintenance. D. Marlowe noted that staff security and safety also have to be taken into consideration when service counters are being looked at for accessibility features. D. Marlowe noted that staff are developing technical standards in their planning process as well as identifying responsibilities for upgrades and maintenance. It was suggested that whenever possible, staff should consider the legislated requirements when starting projects in new areas, i.e. East Duffins Creek, Seaton. Discussion followed on the on-street parking spaces and the committee members stressed the importance of the need for on-street parking spaces throughout the City, especially in more popular areas, and suggested providing a list identifying the areas where they would like to see improvements. Further discussion followed on the sidewalks improvements along the Kingston Road corridor and it was noted that this is a Regional Road; therefore the timing of the project is impacted by the Region’s budget. Page 3 of 4 Item/ Ref # Details & Discussion & Conclusion (summary of discussion) Action Items/Status (include deadline as appropriate) The committee members indicated that they would like to start developing a draft 5 year budget plan. 5. Other Business Event Planning, Artfest & Canada Day D. Marlowe advised that the deadline to submit applications for participation at the Artfest is Friday, April 4, 2014. Discussion ensued and it was agreed that the committee would sponsor an artist for the event and display the banner. The committee is also interested in participating at the Canada Day event. Further discussion to be held at the next meeting. D. Sharma suggested that the committee should reconsider holding the Accessibility Awareness event at the Pickering Town Centre. Accessibility Audit (Review 2013, Team Members for 2014) The committee reviewed the 2012-2013 PAAC Facility Audit Action Plan. D. Marlowe suggested that team members conduct site visits with facilities staff to identify outstanding items. Tanya Logan, Don Tierney and Sue Wilkinson volunteered to complete the facility audit for 2014. Team to submit dates to Clerk’s office to coordinate visits with staff. Tactile Surface Indicator Pilot Project Item already discussed in the review of the draft 2013 Annual Report. Developers’ Handbook/Brochure The comments received from Sue, Don and Debbie were circulated to committee members for their review. It was suggested that additional statistical information and census data be added to the sheet. D. Marlowe to draft brochure for review at next meeting. D. Marlowe to submit application on behalf of the committee. S. Wilkinson to submit dates to Renée. D. Marlowe to combine comments into a draft brochure. Meeting Adjourned: 9:15 pm Copy: City Clerk