Accessibility Advisory Committee

1. That the minutes from the February 17, 2026 Accessibility Advisory Committee, be approved.

1. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee of Council supports the proposed new play spaces at O’Connor Lane Park, Severn Drive Park, and Woodland Glen Park as presented and to be implemented in 2026.

2.That the Accessibility Advisory Committee provides feedback on the preliminary preferred alternatives:  That roads remain the same width so as not to infringe on wildlife  That road width be kept to a minimum to have a minimal infringement on wildlife  That appropriate wildlife crossings be considered and signage be posted on roads to note animal crossings  That staff gather data on pedestrian safety and accessibility at roundabouts and traditional crossings  That there be wider pedestrian and cycling pathways on corridors close to schools and that pathways be constructed from smoother materials to facilitate accessible travel  That there be speed limit reductions close to schools and preventative measures to slow vehicles.

1. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee receive the information on the draft priority risk areas of Guelph’s Community Safety and Well-being Plan update, dated March 17, 2026.

2.That the Accessibility Advisory Committee recommend staff consider the following feedback in the update of the Community Safety and Well-being Plan’s draft priority risk areas:  Separate “mental health” and “substance use” into two distinct draft priority risk areas to reduce stigma around mental health  Note that different communication strategies are required for different types of disabilities  Examine systemic barriers, lack of awareness, education and training  Specifically call out ableism – lack of inclusive materials, design etc.  Identify homelessness, lack of affordable housing and challenges related to living on a fixed income as risk factors  Address the varying definitions of affordable housing in regards to income brackets throughout Guelph, including geared to income housing.  Consider both affordable and accessible housing Accessibility Advisory Committee Minutes: March 17, 2026 - 4

1. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee of Council supports the proposed new Pathways to Remembering Memorial located at York Road Park to be constructed 2026.

1. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee defer the item Wyndham Street North – Temporary Accessible Parking to a future Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting.

Accessibility Advisory Committee Minutes: March 17, 2026 - 5 1. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting be adjourned (5:15 p.m.)