- It is important that a policy and procedure be developed to ensure cab drivers are aware of such matters as guide and service dogs.
- Vets Cab has audible meters for the blind and visually impaired.
- Checker Cab is best for those with mobility issues.
- G. Jones suggests Craig Robertson, Supervisor of Licensing be invited to attend the next WAAC meeting.
- S. Bagga states implementation and education are key.
- G. Jones recommends the cab companies implement a "profile of riders".
- Moved by S. McCabe, seconded by Councillor Sleiman, That the verbal update of the Accessible Transportation Subcommittee BE RECEIVED. Carried.
4.4 Upcoming Event Planning
- The Co-Chair thanks K. Franklin for providing the edits to the letter to be sent to the local accessibility advisory committees.
- Moved by S. McCabe, seconded by Councillor Sleiman, That the attached letter from the Windsor Accessibility Advisory Committee BE FORWARDED to the local accessibility advisory committees to determine if there is interest in attending a "Meet and Greet" event to be hosted by the Windsor Accessibility Advisory Committee. Carried.
- 4.5 Status of Memorial Bench for former member of WAAC
- 4.6 Accessible Picnic Table – Farrow Riverside Miracle Park
- The Co-Chair reports that they have been advised that the "Bench Program" is on hold at this time.
- Discussion ensues regarding the purchase of two memorial trees for former members of WAAC who has passed – Wayne Meneguzzi and Sandra Friesen. The cost of one tree including a plaque is approximately $600.
- P. Best states although the bench program is on hold at this time, he asks that the Parks Department make an exception.