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Minutes/Meeting Summary
Accessibility Advisory Committee
September 13, 2017
7:00 pm
Main Committee Room
Attendees: P. Bashaw
S. Bernardo, Ajax -Pickering Board of Trade
A. Doucette
D. Hughes
S. Wilkinson
V. Plouffe, Manager, Facilities Capital Projects
I. Janton, Planner II — Site Planning
T. Higgins, Staff Representative
L. Roberts, Recording Secretary
Absent: B. D'Souza
E. Fulton
V. Ronaldi
M. Thorpe Ross
J. Whynot
D. Wysocki
Guests: Dave Sora, Pickering Soccer Club
Franco Taverna, Pickering Soccer Club
Detective Constable Debby Sabo, DRP Children's Games
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1.
Welcome & Introduction
T. Higgins welcomed members and guests in attendance.
Introductions were made around the table.
2.
New Business
2.1) Pickering Soccer Club (PSC)
Franco Taverna appeared before the Committee and through
the aid of a Power Point presentation, provided members with
an update on the Pickering Soccer Club. He shared the Club's
accomplishments over the past year and outlined its inclusive
programs. He noted that PSC representatives had attended
the Durham Police Children's Games and were also involved
with Canadian Tire's Jumpstart program. He stated that in the
past year, PSAC has had 70 — 80 registrants, noting that PSC
welcome siblings and friends as well to support the athletes.
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Dave Sora appeared before the Committee and continued the
presentation by outlining various projects. He noted that
through their participation in Think Tank, they are gaining
recognition with sports organizations across Canada and
generating interest in what they do. Mr. Sora also provided an
update on a number of projects PSC is currently involved with,
including an app for smart phones to enable access to
accessible sports programs and their locations. He also
explained PSC's work on training initiatives to become more
innovative and inclusive. He also noted PSC's collaboration
with other groups to look into barriers facing youth in sports and
recreation and how to incorporate change, as well as aligning
projects to create options for parents as well as their children.
A brief discussion ensued regarding age groups, and the
inclusion of young adults.
T. Higgins noted a desire to maintain a continuing partnership
with the Pickering Soccer Club.
D. Sora noted he had an Invictus Games flag and was
circulating it for signatures. Each athlete will carry a flag into
the opening ceremonies.
2.2) Durham Region Police Children's Games
Detective Constable Debby Sabo appeared before the
Committee. She provided a video of last year's Games and
outlined the day's program. She noted that the games are
funded through private as well as organizational donations and
are managed strictly by volunteers. Last year the Games had
50 -60 participants, noting the partners would like to see this
increase to around 100. She stated that Durham Police have
partnered with the City of Pickering on these games since their
beginning in 1985.
Detective Constable Sabo noted all athletes with physical
disabilities are between the ages of 5 to 18 and that alumn
may return after age 18 as volunteers. The Games are free to
athletes and their families and are held on the 4th Saturday of
October each year at the Pickering Recreation Complex. She
stated the day consists of 8 different activity stations with
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participants changing stations every 15 minutes, with one
station including a team photo which each athlete takes home.
Lunch is provided and the top 2 teams play wheelchair rugby,
with awards being presented at the conclusion.
A discussion ensued that identified the possibility of the
Pickering Soccer Club partnering with the Durham Police
Children's Games to incorporate soccer as a future event.
D. Sabo noted that display tables for various organizations are
also set up at the games and questioned whether the
Accessibility Committee would be interested in this. She also
encouraged members to collect pop tabs, which could be
provided to T. Higgins.
T. Higgins suggested working with the Children's Games
organization and PSC to bring a youth focus to the Accessibility
Advisory Committee. Youth associates of the Committee would
be able to acquire workplace and leadership skills.
2.3) Site Plan Reviews
1484 — 1482 Altona Road — Geranium Homes
I. Janton provided members with an overview of the proposed
townhouse development fronting both Altona and Twyn Rivers.
She outlined the proposal for 22 units within 5 blocks,
consisting of two and three stories. She indicated the plans
were lacking in accessibility, as the units consisted of a second
storey kitchen, stairs and a sunken foyer.
T. Higgins indicated that going forward, the Committee should
prepare a message to be sent to developers to encourage
leadership and innovation in providing accessible options in
designs, especially in light of anticipated Federal and Provincial
legislation coming forward which will impact housing design.
A discussion ensued with questions raised regarding timelines
for the legislation, and the possibility of developing a
presentation package with examples of accessible design
options for developers. I. Janton noted the proposal for the
Kingston Road/Valley Farm project appeared to be a good
example, and will share materials when they become available.
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1025 Copperstone Drive
I. Janton outlined a proposal for the vacant land located north of
Clements, east of Squires Beach Road, which has been
purchased by Jodee Trucking for a truck storage/repair facility.
She outlined the floor plan, noting there were accommodations
for accessibility within the building.
T. Higgins commented that consideration should be given to
employment standards to employ persons with disabilities.
S. Bernado questioned whether a form of scorecard could be
created for reviewing site plans.
820 Kingston Road
At future meetings the
I. Janton outlined the proposed development at 820 Kingston
Committee would
Road which consists of two buildings. She explained an
explore a scorecard
amendment to the application was made for rezoning to allow a
presentation to
drive thru to facilitate a Starbucks, and that the applicant was
document and
implementing new standards to ensure accessibility. She also
summarize its site plan
noted there would be a continuous connection in the future for
sidewalks.
assessments
D. Hughes noted that the walkway should be relocated for
safety reasons, as it is currently too close to the drive thru
window and does not allow for proper sightlines.
I. Janton to action
1450 Pickering Parkway
I. Janton outlined the proposed development for the Pickering
Parkway/Glenanna Road area, consisting of a
retirement/nursing home. She noted the applicant is proposing
8 storeys with the first few floors being dedicated to long term
care. She indicated the building would be completely
accessible.
Members expressed positive comments in relation to this
development, noting it was a great location as well.
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2.4) Tomlinson Community Centre Renovations
Vince Plouffe, Manager, Facilities Capital Projects, City of
Pickering, appeared before the Committee to provide an update
with respect to the renovations being undertaken at the
Tomlinson Community Centre. Copies of the site plans were
provided to members with the following details being outlined;
• Focus will be on the main entrance
• have been successful in obtaining a grant, but work must
be completed by year-end
• Will concentrate on replacing unilock at front entrance
• Poured concrete surface with curb cuts
• Tactile indicator strips
• all three entrances will be levelled
• Floor grills to be removed and filled in with tile and
matting
• Enlarge existing small washroom
• Two existing interior washrooms will have stalls enlarged
• Replace counters to meet accessibility standards, as well
as all fixtures
• Will have traditional curb design
• Replace old ice guards — add new ones on gym room
roof, both sides of canopy and entrances
• Lighting — members requested that sufficient lighting be
provided on the walkway — V. Plouffe noted that he
would look into LED lighting
• Ensure that the architect includes a temporary barrier
free access during renovations
V. Plouffe noted that the vestibule entrance into the washrooms
was unnecessary and questioned members on whether they
felt it appropriate to remove the doors for more open access.
He also noted he would be presenting the plans to local
stakeholders, including the Lions' Club for input as well.
V. Plouffe to action
2.5) 2017 Accessibility Compliance Report
T. Higgins noted he had provided members with an electronic
T. Higgins would
copy of the 2017 Accessibility Compliance Report, observing
forward the report to
that the format had been simplified this year, making it much
more user-friendly. He noted the City of Pickering is in full
compliance.
the Regulator
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All members in attendance indicated their support of the report.
T. Higgins provided a brief overview of the action items from the
June 14th meeting.
3.
Member Updates
The following member updates were provided:
S. Wilkinson — curb cuts around the Recreation Complex have
been improved.
S. Bernardo — advised that his term at the Ajax/Pickering Board
of Trade would be coming up at the end of the year and that a
new representative will be identified to participate in the AAC.
D. Hughes reported steady progress on a project to create an
integrated mixed use condo unit to help accommodate the
needs of individuals with disabilities and to provide a permanent
residence which would be owned by the individual families.
Discussion ensued with respect to financing, ownership as well
as marketing. The need to profile this with the building industry
was also noted as well as the need to educate the community.
It was suggested that a presentation be put together which
could be used for staff within the City of Pickering possibly by
way of a lunch n learn session, as well as promoting
throughout the Region.
P. Bashaw noted the need for programs for youth after turning
18, as there is currently nothing available. T. Higgins noted
City staff were considering this matter, noting a need to relate
this question to the employment issue to find solutions.
At the appropriate time
D. Hughes would draft
a presentation which
could be used for staff
within the City of
Pickering possibly by
way of a lunch -n -learn
session as well as
promotion throughout
the Region.
4.
Approval of Minutes
Due to a lack of quorum, approval of the minutes were deferred
to the October meeting.
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Next Meeting: Wednesday, October 11, 2017,
Main Committee Room
Meeting Adjourned: 9:30 pm
Copy: City Clerk
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