Grand River Accessibility Advisory Committee (GRAAC)
Agenda

Thursday, January 23, 2025 at 1:30 P.m. - 4:00 P.m.

Electronic Meeting

The Grand River Accessibility Advisory Committee shall assist the participating municipalities in fulfilling the purpose of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act by providing vision and advice regarding the removal of barriers.

People interested in participating in this meeting can email Administrative Coordinator, Janis McKenzie at [email protected]. Please refer to the delegation section on the agenda below for the registration deadline. Written comments received will be circulated to the Committee prior to the meeting and will form part of the public record.

*Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. If you require assistance to take part in a city meeting or event, please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994*

Coordinating Municipality - Kitchener

Co-Chairs - Tamara Cooper, Alyssa Clelland

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1.

Commencement

1.1

Land Acknowledgement

We would like to begin by acknowledging the land on which we gather today, recognizing that the land in which we gather today is the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee, Anishnawbe and Chonnonton peoples. We would also like to acknowledge the enduring knowledge, presence and deep-rooted traditions of the First Nations, Metis and Inuit who continue to enrich our community to this day.

2.

New Committee Member Orientation

Staff will lead the newly appointed members through a new Committee Orientation, anticipated at 45 minutes. It is optional to attend for pre existing members.

3.

Minutes for Approval

4.

Disclosures of Pecuniary Interests

Members of Council and members of the City’s local boards/committees are required to file a written statement when they have a conflict of interest. If a conflict is declared, please visit www.kitchener.ca/conflict to submit your written form.

5.

Delegations

Pursuant to Council’s Procedural By-law, delegations are permitted to address the Committee for a maximum of five (5) minutes. All Delegations must register by 10:00 a.m. on January 23rd, 2025, in order to participate in the meeting. 

6.

Discussion Items

6.1

Introductions

6.2

Accessibility Status Plan Update - North Dumfries

Ashley Good, Clerk, North Dumfries, will provide a 10 minute presentation on this matter.

6.3

Accessibility Status Plan Update - City of Waterloo

Amy Ross, Accessibility Advocate, City of Waterloo will provide a 10-minute presentation on this matter.

7.

Recess and Reconvene

8.

Discussion Items (Cont'd)

8.1

The Built Environment Sub Committee Report

No Updates.

8.2

Albert McCormick Arena, City of Waterloo

Mary Cathryn Lorentz, Project Coordinator and Heather Liddycoat, Manager, Capital Program and Project Management, City of Waterloo will provide a 30-minute presentation on this matter.

9.

Information Items

9.1

None

10.

Adjournment