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Minutes/Meeting Summary
Accessibility Advisory Committee June 21, 2018 7:00 pm Main Committee Room
Attendees: P. Bashaw B. D’Souza A. Doucette M. Thorpe Ross S. Wilkinson
D. Wysocki T. Higgins, Staff Representative L. Roberts, Recording Secretary C. Harper, Pickering Library K. Boncoglu, Pickering Library
Absent: E. Fulton D. Hughes V. Ronaldi
J. Whynot
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1. Welcome
T. Higgins welcomed everyone to the meeting.
2. New Business
2.1) Pickering Library Maker Space
Members proceeded to the Pickering Library for a tour of the new Maker Space at the Pickering Library. C. Harper and K. Boncoglu provided a tour of the new space, outlining the various equipment which included a recording studio and 3D
printer. As Members were taken through the design centre, it was noted that everything was on wheels in order to flexibly accommodate the needs of individuals using the centre. Library staff also noted equipment that was available for loan.
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Members inquired about assistance available for individuals with intellectual disabilities such as autism, and how they
could be accommodated in order to utilize the space.
Committee Members were well impressed by the new Maker Space and expressed gratitude to the Library Team for an excellent tour.
2.2) Site Plan Application – 1870 Notion Road I. Janton appeared before the Committee to provide an overview of the site plan application recently received for
1870 Notion Road. Through the aid of a Power Point
presentation, she provided members with an outline of the location, elevation and floor plans. She stated the application proposes the development of a 1,500 square metre commercial plaza which would include one two-storey
building, as well as a one-storey building. She indicated
there would be access off Notion Road as well as Pickering Parkway. She also stated there would be pedestrian connections throughout the site.
As it was noted that with this application being in the early
stages, with the end use being uncertain, there were no comments noted from members at this point.
3. Review & Approval of Minutes
Moved by S. Wilkinson
Seconded by M. Thorpe Ross That the Accessibility Advisory Committee minutes of April 11th and May 9th, 2018 be approved.
Carried
4. Other Business
4.1) Meeting with Durham Region Transit A discussion period ensued with respect to the meeting held last week with Durham Region Transit and area Accessibility
Coordinators as well as Advisory Committee members from across Durham Region.
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Members noted the following comments;
Members felt they were not included in discussions
Standard responses were given with no new information
Preventing people from travelling on the buses with support workers
No pro-active positions being taken by transit i.e. the
design of bus stops
Some bus stops are without curb cuts
Total unfairness of allowing some to travel with support workers on Wheel Trans while others are denied
Members felt they were spoken to by DRT and not consulted, as had been hoped. Members noted the need for Durham Transit to consult with
the public, which is something they are currently not effectively doing, therefore not fulfilling the requirements under the AODA. It was also noted that with a new government, members could continue to lobby for positive changes.
4.2 Member Appointments L. Roberts informed Members that with this being an election year, all Advisory Committee terms will be ending in
November of this year. Members wishing to remain on the Committee, must reapply with the applications going forward in December for appointments. Advertising for all Committees will commence late August or
early September. 4.3) T. Higgins thanked all Members for their hard work throughout the year as well as their support on the various events held. He also noted he would forward an email to
everyone regarding assistance for the Canada Day events. 4.4) P. Bashaw noted various Provincial funding which is available to assist persons with disabilities, in particular those turning 21, in order to assist them with getting out into the
community. It was suggested that available funding be
T. Higgins to action
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researched and possibly combined in conjunction with the tax clinic next year.
4.5) S. Wilkinson noted the City had contacted her to advise that repair work will begin on the north side of the Pickering Recreation Complex.
Meeting Adjourned: 9:12 pm
Copy: City Clerk