Accessibility Advisory Committee

That the October 17, 2023 Accessibility Advisory Committee Agenda be approved.

That the August 15, 2023 Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting minutes be approved.

That more information be provided to the AAC regarding the in- person experience versus virtual by Monday October 23rd. And that there be a follow-up by email by October 23rd as well, regarding availability of members.

That staff review the AAC’s recommendations and use those within the City’s Play Plan.

That the AAC reviewed the selected designs for new playgrounds at Dovercliffe Park and Howitt Park and found them lacking in inclusion, especially for those with mobility impairments. And recommends that the designs be recreated to ensure the greatest possible inclusion of people.

That the AAC reviewed the Seasonal Patio Program and recommend that the following recommendations made by the AAC on October 17th, 2023 be considered:  Turning radius and paths of travel within patios; and  Making sure that operators are aware of the importance of vehicles for access to the patio spaces; and  Additionally, the AAC would like the City to know that road closures need to be viewed as potential barriers for people with disabilities; and  That pedestrian areas need vehicle access because cars and other vehicles are mobility devices for some and the City needs to be aware of that and considered.

That the AAC receive the information provided regarding the two design options for the Emma to Earl Active Transportation Bridge and participate in the Have Your Say public engagement that is currently available until October 24, 2023, and will receive more information in early 2024.

That the AAC meeting be extended to 5:05 p.m.

That the AAC receive the information presented and that we recommend that the letter be reviewed by the AAC and that the staff liaison will liaise with the City on our behalf.

That the Accessibility Advisory Committee be adjourned. (5:05 p.m.)