Minutes (Appointed) - Accessibility Advisory Committee - 20260610
Town of Aurora
Accessibility Advisory Committee
Meeting Minutes
Date:
Time:
Location:
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
7 p.m.
Holland Room, Aurora Town Hall
Committee Members: Councillor Wendy Gaertner, Chair (arrived at 7:05 p.m.)
Lois Davies
Alison Hughes, Vice Chair
John Lenchak*
Jo-anne Spitzer
Marilyn Williams
Members Absent: Elaine Martini
Other Attendees: Gregory Peri, Accessibility Advisor
Julia Shipcott, Council/Committee Coordinator
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1. Call to Order
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m.
2. Land Acknowledgement
The Committee acknowledged that the meeting took place on Anishinaabe lands,
the traditional and treaty territory of the Chippewas of Georgina Island,
recognizing the many other Nations whose presence here continues to this day,
the special relationship the Chippewas have with the lands and waters of this
territory, and that Aurora has shared responsibility for the stewardship of these
lands and waters. It was noted that Aurora is part of the treaty lands of the
Mississaugas and Chippewas, recognized through Treaty #13 and the Williams
Treaties of 1923.
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3. Approval of the Agenda
Moved by Jo-anne Spitzer
Seconded by Alison Hughes
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved.
Carried
4. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.50.
5. Receipt of the Minutes
5.1 Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of May 13, 2026
Moved by John Lenchak
Seconded by Jo-anne Spitzer
1. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting minutes of May 13,
2026, be received for information.
Carried
6. Delegations
None.
7. Matters for Consideration
7.1 Memorandum from Accessibility Advisor; Re: Input for the next Multi-Year
Accessibility Plan (M.Y.A.P.)
Staff provided a brief update on projects currently ongoing, and outlined
the reasoning and processes behind adjusting the timing of Multi-Year
Accessibility Plans to coincide with Terms of Council.
The Committee provided suggestions on a wide range of accessibility
enhancement and improvement goals for staff to address in the upcoming
2027-2030 term.
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Moved by Alison Hughes
Seconded by Marilyn Williams
1. That the memorandum regarding input for the next Multi-Year
Accessibility Plan (M.Y.A.P.) be received; and
2. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee comments regarding input
for the next Multi-Year Accessibility Plan (M.Y.A.P.) be received and
referred to staff for consideration and further action as appropriate.
Carried
7.2 Round Table Discussion; Re: Town of Aurora Multi-Year Accessibility Plan
2022 to 2026
Staff noted the remaining dates for committee meetings this year, and
reminded the Committee of the Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility's
virtual Accessibility Advisory Committee Forum occurring on June 11,
2026. Additionally, staff reported successful results on the various
programs offered by the Town of Aurora during National AccessAbility
Week, as well as the Accessibility Advisory Committee Professional
Development Forum held at the York Region Administrative Centre last
week.
Moved by Alison Hughes
Seconded by John Lenchak
1. That the Accessibility Advisory Committee comments regarding the
Town of Aurora Multi-Year Accessibility Plan 2022 to 2026 be received
and referred to staff for consideration and action as appropriate.
Carried
8. Informational Items
The Chair noted that committee member John Lenchak has been part of
Accessibility Advisory Committees since 2003 and offered congratulations and
thanks on his commitment and work.
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9. New Business
The Committee provided an update on the following items, with more details to
come:
'No Tricks, Just Treats' will return to the Aurora Farmers' Market on
Saturday, October 31, 2026.
A 'Sensitive Santa' event will be offered at the Town Square in November
to provide a free low-sensory interaction with Santa.
The Chair inquired on how the number of barrier-free parking spots may alter due
to proposed renovations of Victoria Hall, and staff provided a response.
10. Adjournment
Moved by Alison Hughes
Seconded by Lois Davies
That the meeting be adjourned at 8:11 p.m.
Carried