230620 - Accessibility Advisory Committee AgendaThe Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg
Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting
AGENDA
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
4:30 PM
Boardroom CSC
10 Lisgar Ave.
1.Call to Order
2.Adoption of Agenda
Moved By: ________________
Seconded By: ________________
THAT the Agenda for the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting of June 20, 2023, be
approved with the addition of Item 8.2 - Discussion - Federal Election - Accessible Voting
3. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof
4.Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting
Moved By: ________________
Seconded By: ________________
THAT the minutes of the March 21, 2023 Accessiblity Advisory Committee Meeting be
approved as presented.
5.Presentations
5.1 Jonathon Graham, Director of Operations & Development Re: Kinsmen Bridge
Moved By: ________________
Seconded By: ________________
THAT the presentation from Jonathon Graham be received as information.
6.Delegations
6.1 Heather and Murray Rand Re: Accessible Washrooms at Hickory Hills
Moved By: ________________
Seconded By: ________________
THAT the delegation from Heather and Murray Rand be received as information.
7.Information Items
7.1 Letter from Mike Hare Re: Accessible Parking Spaces
Moved By: ________________
Seconded By: ________________
THAT the letter from Mike Hare be received as information.
8.General Business & Reports
8.1 RCP 23-30 Accessible Parking Expansion
Moved By: ________________
Seconded By: ________________
THAT report titled “RCP 23-30 Accessible Parking Expansion – Tillsonburg
Community Center” be received as information and that a motion be put forth to the
committee to accept the locations of the new accessible parking stalls at the TCC.
8.2 Discussion - Federal Election - Accessible Voting
9.Next Meeting
10.Adjournment
Moved By: ________________
Seconded By: ________________
THAT the meeting be adjourned at _:__ p.m.
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The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg
ACCESSIBILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE
March 21, 2023
4:30 p.m.
Council Chambers, 200 Broadway, second floor
MINUTES
Present: Margaret McCrimmon, Trevor Ford, Taylor Campbell, Mark Dickson, Karen Clipson,
Mike Cerna, Michelle Wegg, Councillor Chris Rosehart, Mayor Deb Gilvesy.
Absent with Regrets: Brittany Vaughan, Catherine Ryan, Yvonne Kearns. Also Present: Amelia Jaggard, Deputy Clerk Emily Xuereb, Deputy Chief Building Official 1. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 4:32 p.m.
2. Adoption of Agenda
Resolution #1
Moved by: Trevor Ford
Seconded by: Mike Cerna
THAT the Agenda as prepared for the Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting of
March 21, 2023, be approved.
Carried
3. Minutes of the Previous Meeting
4. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof
No disclosures of pecuniary interest were declared.
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5. General Business and Reports
5.1. Lake Lisgar Waterpark Building Renovation Presentation – Alicia Lesniak from
A+Link Architects
The Lake Lisgar Waterpark Building Renovation is currently underway.
Alicia Lesniak from A+Link Architects was present to provide an overview of the
project plans including accessible features.
Opportunity was provided for comments and questions.
Entry/exit doors to splash pad/pool areas remain open during operation. A+Link
Architects recommended upgrading the ramps in the future; this is not included
in the current scope of work.
There was discussion regarding the exterior bathroom on the front of the
building. Concerns were noted about the amount of concrete allowance for
mobility device access, the outward swing of the door (interference from wind)
and the lack of an accessible push button.
Ms. Lesniak confirmed the site plans have been updated so that the exterior
bathroom door will be hinged on the right side to increase the concrete
allowance. There was insufficient space to accommodate the door swinging into
the bathroom.
Resolution #2
Moved by: Trevor Ford
Seconded by: Karen Clipson
THAT the Accessibility Advisory Committee recommend to Council that the
exterior bathroom door on the front of the Lake Lisgar Waterpark building be
fitted with an accessible push button.
Carried
The next Accessibility Advisory Committee meeting is scheduled for June 20,
2022 at 4:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Council Chambers, 200
Broadway, second floor.
6. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 5:27 p.m.
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Design Presentation
Engineering Services
for the Replacement
of Kinsmen Bridge
Design, Construction Tendering & Contract Administration
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Design, Construction Tendering & Contract Administration
To discuss the replacement/rehabilitation of the Kinsmen Pedestrian Bridge
Following the Public Information Consultation reaching out to committees and local
groups for further consultation and data collection
If you have any comments please reach out to Shayne Reitsma P.Eng at
sreitsma@tillsonburg.ca or at 519-688-3009
Any comments received will be collected and considered in further design steps,
personal information will not be recorded.
Introduction
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Why are we here?
“Following an engineering assessment of the Kinsmen Bridge it was
determined that the Kinsmen Bridge has many deficiencies such as
delamination of the steel girders and significant corrosion on majority of
the structural steel components. The deficiencies are required to be
addressed in order to maintain public safety”
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Existing Site Conditions/Constraints
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The existing structure was initially constructed in 1888 for use as a railroad bridge and
was later converted to a pedestrian bridge. This bridge is heavily used by pedestrian
traffic to access downtown shopping areas by residents west of the Stoney Creek
Ravine. The 2019 Enhanced OSIM and 2021 OSIM inspections determined that, the
bridge is in urgent need of repairs within five (5) years, and that the bridge had only ten
years of service life remaining at the time of inspection.
The existing abutments and stone foundations were constructed to support the loads
and stresses of a train bridge,and their good condition permits that they can be retained
for the new pedestrian bridge with only minor repairs.
There are few environmental constraints for this study area.Since no major excavation
will be required,impacts to the natural environment are expected to be minimal,and will
require only minor remediation efforts after construction.Short-term impacts during
construction will be mitigated through use of common mitigation measures and policies,
including erosion control measures and re-seeding efforts.Additionally,during
construction,the currently eroding banks beneath the bridge will be stabilized to
minimize long-term erosion of the embankments.
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Technical Studies Completed
2019 Enhanced OSIM Inspection –Standardized structural inspection conducted in
Ontario that assess all features of a given structure. This inspection determined the
10-year remaining service life of the structure
A Heritage Assessment was also completed in 2020. The preference from a
heritage perspective is to find a suitable structure type that will be similar to the
existing bridge.
Geotechnical Investigation –No further Geotechnical investigations were required
for this project given that minor rehabilitation of the stone foundations will lend them
to be reused.
Environmental studies will be limited to gaining approval from Long Point Region
Conservation Authority under O.Reg 178/06, along with development of mitigation
measures for construction (e.g. erosion and sediment control measures).
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Design Alternatives
During early design phases, the following alternatives were presented for this project:
Option 1: Do Nothing –No rehabilitation or replacement. This is used as a baseline if nothing
is done to replace or preserve the current structure. Includes decommision (Cost $1,369,500)
Option 2: Repair –Recommended repairs are conducted on the bridge structure. Repairs
would need to be conducted during or before 2024 and would extend the lifespan of the
bridge for an additional 25-30 years. (Cost $5,240,000)
Option 3: Like-for-Like Replacement (Hybrid)–Replacement of only the steel components of
the bridge while retaining the abutments and stone piers. The replacement bridge would be
designed in a manner that is similar to the existing structure. Lifespan would extend to 50-60
years. (Cost $6,602,000)
Option 4: Prefabricated Pedestrian Bridge –This alternative would involve the removal of all
existing bridge components and replace with a new, prefabricated bridge. The design of the
bridge could range from basic, to very modern in design. Lifespan would extend to 74-80
years (Cost $5,000,000)
Option 5: Prefabricated Pedestrian Bridge –This alternative would be the same as Option 4
but includes removal of the old stone foundations and replacement with new foundations.
Lifespan would extend to 75-80 years (Cost $6,250,000)
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Recommended Design Alternative
Following the PIC meeting in September, 2022 and communication with the
Municipality, it was decided that the preferred design alternative would be
Option 4:
This option will refresh the look and feel of the area/bridge, while ensuring the safety and
accessibility of all pedestrians. This will be achieved through replacement of the heavily
corroded old bridge and fencing with a new steel replacement structure supported on
existing foundations.
Option 4 will allow more improvements to sediment retention.
Option 4 will also be the most environmentally friendly, due to not needing to excavate and
replace the footings. This option will use the least overall new materials in bridge
replacement.
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Option 4: Replace Superstructure, Repairing Foundations
(Estimated $5,750,000 over 75-80 Years Service Life)
Pros Cons
Optimized cost Different Aesthetic Design –May change
look and feel of the park area
No Earth or In-Water works required
Long Service Life
Shortest Construction time
Lowest overall environmental
impact/emissions
Creative space in the design process –
Bridges could range from basic to
modern designs
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Design Drawings: Option 4: Replace Superstructure, Repairing
Foundations
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Design/Construction Considerations
Fortification of the embankments will be necessary for the long term
viability of the bridge.
Environmental impacts will be taken into consideration through
implementation of construction methods and procedures to minimize
impact on several different aspects of the study area. This includes
considering the impact on vegetation, erosion and sediment control and
soil contamination.
All applicable legal regulations pertaining to engineering design and
environmental impact mitigation will be followed during the design and pre-
construction process.
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Start Detail Design
Obtain funding
Prepare Construction Tender Document.
Receive permitting from Long Point Region Conservation Authority and
complete the Detailed Design.
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Next Steps
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Delegation Request Form
Members of the public or citizen group may submit a Delegation Request to speak at a regular meeting of
Council.
Council meetings are held the second and fourth Monday of the month at 6:00 p.m. Council meetings are
livestreamed and recorded.
Delegations take place near the beginning of the meeting and are allowed 15 minutes for their
presentation; ten (10) minutes is meant for the presentation and the remaining five (5) minutes is to allow
for comments and questions from Council.
It is encouraged to supply sufficient information regarding your delegation for inclusion on the public
meeting agenda, including any requests for action on the subject matter. This allows members of Council to
have an understanding of the purpose of your delegation.
Any Information contained on this form will be made public through the publication of the agenda. Through
submission of a Delegation Request, individauls are agreeing to the release and inclusing of their personal
information within the public record. Applicants may request the removal of their personal contact
information when submitting this form. The request to remove personal contact information cannot be made
after agenda publication. Please note that all meetings occur in an open public forum and are regularly
recorded and televised.
Accessibility accommodations are available. Please make your request in advance.
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First Name *
Heather
Last Name *
Rand
Street Address *Town/City *
Tillsonburg
Postal Code *Phone Number *
E-mail *Subject *
Accessibility Washrooms at HHRA
Name of Group or Person(s) being
represented (if applicable)
Accessibility Washrooms Committee, HHRA
All Delegations are limited to fifteen (15)
minutes, including questions and answers. *
I acknowledge
It is encouraged to supply sufficient information regarding your delegation for inclusion on the
public meeting agenda, including any requests for action on the subject matter. Details of the
purpose of the delegation: *
Hickory Hills is a seniors community of 427 homes and approximately 650 residents. Our community
centre is leased from the Town of Tillsonburg and was constructed in the 1980’s.
Currently, there is no handicapped accessible washroom available and we need to address this issue.
As the instigator of the push to change the situation, I have been appointed to the position of Chairman
of the committee. We hope to obtain grants to help defray some of the costs of renovations.
I have never written a grant anpplication. Any assistance from your committee would be greatly
appreciated.
Please indicate the preferred meeting date which you would like to appear as a delegation:
6/20/2023
Personal Information
Personal Information Personal Information
Personal Information
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Do you or any members of your party require
accessibility accommodations? *
Yes
No
Will there be a Power Point presentation? *
Yes
No
I acknowledge that all presentation material
must be submitted to the Office of the Clerk by
4:30 p.m. the Wednesday before the Council
meeting date.
I accept
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Julie Ellis
From:Mark Russell
Sent:Thursday, May 18, 2023 10:25 AM
To:Tanya Daniels; Julie Ellis
Cc:Geno Vanhaelewyn; Jonathon Graham
Subject:FW: Accessible Parking Spaces
This is one for the accessibility committee.
Something to think about during the next parking review.
Regards;
Mark Russell, CMM III, C.P.S.O, MLEO(C)
Building & By‐Law Enforcement Supervisor
Town of Tillsonburg
10 Lisgar Ave
Tillsonburg, ON N4G 5A5
Phone: 519‐688‐3009 Ext. 4604
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Sent: Wednesday, May 17, 2023 2:39 PM
To: Mark Russell <mrussell@tillsonburg.ca>
Subject: Accessible Parking Spaces
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Personal Information
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Sent from my Galaxy
The number of Accessible Spaces are not compatible with the increase of individuals with
challenges nor are they convenient for their use. The WesternEntrance to the Rec Centre has
three,these are quickly filled daily and when events are held they are clearly inadequate.The
entrance to Shoppers has two proximal the rest,the challenged individual must cross a thoroughfare
where the traffic is extremely busy.The Eastern Entrance to the Town Centre the Spaces are
adequate in number but again are not proximal to the Entrance,again forcing people to traverse a
distance with traffic.This situation is exacerbated in the Winter where Ice becomes a factor and I
have personally seen several people slip badly while trying to access theWestern Entrance of the
Rec centre.Thanks for your consideration. Mike Hare.
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Subject: Accessible Parking Expansion – Tillsonburg Community Center
Report Number: RCP 23-30
Department: Recreation, Culture and Parks Department
Submitted by: Matt Johnson, Manager of Parks and Facilities
Meeting Type: Advisory Committee Meeting
Meeting Date: Tuesday, June 20, 2023
RECOMMENDATION
THAT report titled “RCP 23-30 Accessible Parking Expansion – Tillsonburg Community
Center” be received as information and that a motion be put forth to the committee to
accept the locations of the new accessible parking stalls at the TCC.
BACKGROUND
Staff have identified an urgency to expand the accessible parking stalls from the current
six located on the Tillsonburg Community Centre grounds, to a total of 11 accessible
stalls. RCP is recommend that the eight non accessible parking spots that run along the
length of the Aud’s exterior wall (east parking lot) be converted to 6 accessible parking
stalls. Installing these stalls would allow those with accessibility issues to have a shorter
distance to access to the sliding door entrance, to gain access to the elevator. The
three accessible parking spots located on the west side of the pool are within the
construction zone and are non-accessible for those in need. The ice build-up that has
occurred in this area in the past has been addressed and will not be a concern going
forward. Until the expansion of the overflow parking located south of Rotary Park
playground takes, staff believe this these proposed locations will be sufficient for those
with accessibility issues.
DISCUSSION
In 2023, Tillsonburg will be undertaking a project that includes the renovation of the
aquatics area of the Tillsonburg Community Center. The area will see new change
rooms, storage options and a new CSR welcome area. Until 2023, users of the pool,
change rooms, senior center and squash courts could use the stairs of the SW entrance
of the facility or via the north and east entrances which do not have a direct route to the
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RCP 23-30 Accessible Parking Expansion – Tillsonburg Community Center
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pool change rooms and viewing areas. During the design phase of the project it was
decided that accessibility on this side of the facility was lacking or nonexistent. More
specifically, that more accessible parking was needed as there are only three
accessible parking sites on the west side of the building. Originally the designers had
expanded the existing accessible parking area by doubling the area and installing 3 new
accessible spots to complement the existing locations. Due to a variety of concerns, it
was decided by Town staff that the expansion of this existing area into 6 accessible
parking spots wouldn’t be sufficient in terms of spacing and budget.
After further consultation with Town staff, it was determined that the new accessible
parking areas would be then placed north of the east entrance doors (sliding doors),
along the exterior wall of the Aud, 6 additional spaces will be added to existing parking
stalls along the Aud section of the complex.
CONSULTATION
Director of recreation, Culture and Parks, Chief Operator of the TCC, Manager of Parks
and Facilities, Supervisor of Facilities, Town of Tillsonburg Chief Building Official,
Director of Operations and Development.
FINANCIAL IMPACT/FUNDING SOURCE
Funding for the installation of the 6 accessible parking lot stalls will come from monies
received from the “Canada Infrastructure Program” as part of the pool area renovations.
CORPORATE GOALS
How does this report support the corporate goals identified in the Community Strategic
Plan?
☒ Lifestyle and amenities
☒ Customer service, communication and engagement
☐ Business attraction, retention and expansion
☐ Community growth
☐ Connectivity and transportation
☐ Not Applicable
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RCP 23-30 Accessible Parking Expansion – Tillsonburg Community Center
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Does this report relate to a specific strategic direction or project identified in the
Community Strategic Plan? Please indicate section number and/or any priority projects
identified in the plan.
Goal – Within the community, Tillsonburg will strive to offer residents the amenities,
services and attractions they require to enjoy balanced lifestyles; Engage community
groups, including advisory committees and service organizations, in shaping municipal
initiatives.
Strategic Direction – Update municipal sports facilities consistent with modern
standards; Maintain and enhance programs and facilities to support an active, engaged
senior population;
Priority Project – Community Centre rehabilitation (1–3 year implementation)
ATTACHMENTS
Appendix A –
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