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02 - June 13, 2022 JAAC Agenda Packageu .� 14- .' i . County of Elgin/Central Elgin Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee Agenda Monday, June 13, 2022 10.00 a.m. — 12.00 p.m. Virtual via Zoom 1. Call to Order 2. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof 3. Adoption of Previous Minutes — January 12, 2022 4. Delegations - none 5. New Business a. Event Hosted by City of St. Thomas MAAC b. Accessible Municipal Election Plan Review i Municipality of Dutton Dunwich c. JAAC Membership Update d. Accessibility Policy Revisions e. Rodney Accessible On -Street Parking Update f. Current and Upcoming Accessibility Projects i Accessible Style Content and Design Guide ii Accessibility Training 6. Next Meeting — September 2022 (Date — TBD) 7. Adjournment u .� 14- .' i . County of Elgin/Central Elgin Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee Minutes Wednesday, January 12, 2022 10.00 a.m. DffiWI :ll9Ft • • u Attendees: Doug Mayer, Chair Tom Marks, Deputy Warden, County of Elgin Michele Horton, Community Member Dianne Wilson, Deputy Clerk, Municipality of Central Elgin Sarah Savoie, Accessibility Coordinator, County of Elgin Katherine Thompson, Manager of Administrative Services, County of Elgin Jenna Fentie, Legislative Services Coordinator, County of Elgin Regrets: 1. Call to Order The County of Elgin/Central Elgin Joint Accessibility Committee met this 12t" day of January 2022 via Zoom. The Chair called the meeting to order at 9.56 a.m. 2. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof None. 3. Adoption of Previous Minutes — October 20, 2021 and November 10, 2021 Moved by: Michele Horton Seconded by: Doug Mayer RESOLVED THAT the minutes of the meeting held on October 20, 2021 be approved. Recorded Vote YES NO ABSTAIN Deputy Warden Marks X Michele Horton X Doug Mayer, Chair X TOTAL 3 0 0 Motion Carried. Moved by: Deputy Warden Marks Seconded by: Michele Horton RESOLVED THAT the discussion notes of the meeting held on November 10, 2021 be approved. Recorded Vote YES NO ABSTAIN Deputy Warden Marks X Michele Horton X Doug Mayer, Chair X TOTAL 3 0 0 4. Delegations None. Motion Carried. 5. New Business a. JAAC Membership Update i Terms of Reference The Accessibility Coordinator informed the Committee that Council approved the amendment of the Terms of Reference for the Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee in order to align with the Council Procedural By -Law regarding electronic voting. The Accessibility Coordinator also noted that the Committee Terms of Reference will need to be reviewed as a result of the possibility that Local Municipal Partners may join the Committee. Consultation for the review of the Terms of Reference will include the Deputy Clerk, Chief Administrative Officer, Director of Human Resources, and the Local Municipal Partners. The changes to the Terms of Reference will be presented to the Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee for feedback and approval at their next meeting before they are presented to Elgin County Council for approval. M101", 8[ai1107 The Accessibility Coordinator informed the Committee that a letter was sent to Harry Muir from the Chair of the Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee thanking him for his service to the Committee. As a result of Mr. Muir's resignation, the Accessibility Coordinator met the Chief Administrative Officer, Deputy Clerk and Director of Human Resources to discuss the recruitment of new members. A new member will be recruited for Mr. Muir's vacancy for the remainder of the term of the Committee. The Accessibility Coordinator reminded the Committee that due to the Municipal Election this year, all Committees of Council will be disbanded and reformed when the new Council is formed. Members who are interested in joining the Committee will be invited to apply in November/December 2022. The Accessibility Coordinator noted that the Township of Southwold, Municipality of West Elgin, and the Town of Aylmer have expressed interest in joining the Committee. All members will be voting members and the majority of members must be persons with disabilities. b. Accessibility Compliance Report Update The Accessibility Coordinator informed the Committee that all Local Municipal Partners and Elgin County submitted their Accessibility Compliance Report to Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility before December 31 deadline, and there has been one desk audit completed since the reports were submitted. The Accessibility Coordinator noted that several Local Municipal Partners reported compliance with Question 14 on web accessibility. The next compliance reporting period will be in 2023. New compliance reporting may be required under the Accessible Canada Act and the Accessibility Coordinator will provide the Committee with more information once it becomes available. c. Consultation Requirements with JAAC i Playground Consultation Guide Revisions The Accessibility Coordinator provided an update to the Committee with regards to revisions to the consultation guides that are available to Local Municipal Partners. Currently, there is not clear direction in the guides that the Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee needs to be consulted on accessibility projects. Currently, only the members of the JAAC (Municipality of Central Elgin and the County of Elgin) are required to consult with the Committee on accessible projects. The other Local Municipal Partners that are not on the Committee only need to consult the public and people with disabilities. The Accessibility Coordinator noted that should more Local Municipal Partners decide to join the Committee, the Committee may want to take a similar approach to Middlesex County in terms of what projects Committee consultation is required. Middlesex County requires that all projects are submitted to the Accessibility Coordinator to determine if the project should go to the Committee for consultation. If consultation is required for every project, it can slow down the process and create additional work for the Committee and the Local Municipal Partners. d. Hamlet of Richmond Reconstruction Update The County of Elgin, in partnership with the Municipality of Bayham, is undertaking the reconstruction of Heritage Line and Richmond Road within the Hamlet of Richmond. County of Elgin staff have asked the Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee to confirm that no on -street accessible parking is required in the Hamlet of Richmond Road. Currently there is no designated on -street parking in the area because it is a solely residential area. Moved by: Michele Horton Seconded by: Deputy Warden Marks RESOLVED THAT the Committee confirm that no on -street parking is required in the Hamlet of Richmond. Recorded Vote YES NO ABSTAIN Deputy Mayor Marks X Michele Horton X Doug Mayer, Chair X TOTAL 3 0 Motion Carried. e. Accessibility Policies Update The Accessibility Coordinator is currently reviewing the County of Elgin's Accessibility Policies. The policies will be presented to the Committee in advance of their presentation to County Council. f. Elgin Joint Annual Accessibility Status Report 2021 New for this year, the County of Elgin and the Local Municipal Partners have collaborated to create the Joint Annual Accessibility Status Report. The report is a requirement of the IASR and is intended to highlight the progress made in regards to the Joint Multi -Year Accessibility Plan. The report includes Continuous Achievements in Accessibility and Highlights for 2021. The Accessibility Coordinator presented the report to the Committee and asked for feedback regarding the projects completed by the Committee in 2021. The Manager of Administrative Services/Deputy Clerk noted that the report omitted the Elgin County Administration Building Elevator Addition and Washroom Renovation. The Accessibility Coordinator will forward the report to the Committee for further comments and plans to present the report to County Council at a meeting in February. Moved by: Michele Horton Seconded by: Deputy Warden Marks RESOLVED THAT the Elgin Joint Accessibility Status Report 2021 be approved and presented to Elgin County Council for their consideration. Recorded Vote YES NO ABSTAIN Deputy Mayor Marks X Michele Horton X Doug Mayer, Chair X TOTAL 3 0 0 - Motion Carried. 6. Next Meeting The next meeting will be tentatively scheduled for April 6, 2022 at 10.00 a.m. 7. Adjournment Moved by: Deputy Warden Marks Seconded by: Michele Horton RESOLVED THAT we do now adjourn at 10.34 a.m. to meet again on April 6, 2022. Recorded Vote YES NO ABSTAIN Deputy Mayor Marks X Michele Horton X Doug Mayer, Chair X TOTAL 3 0 0 Julie Gonyou, Chief Administrative Officer/Clerk. - Motion Carried. Doug Mayer, Chair. .����� pal, .������ uuuu uuuu "il VV�I wow i �� * puuuuo�u rry 'IIMI � uuin n uio u� w� �� W �W e St. ��� a� i m � � �„ III �� m �„ �„ � III �W � � ���� aI i a"i II tee III'w �' III III III '�� ���� III' ��'W��� �^ III' III ����with .the 1111111111111111111 THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 1-00 - 3:OOPM OCATION: ST THOMAS SENIOR CENTRE c ". PT T H Mi 0immom Ill�j 225 CHESTNUT STREET Elglir,i, lllroigrlessily 1)),, M01 ip, q1i ELECTION ACCESSIBILITY PLAN 2018 MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS This Plan is for use in the 2018 Municipal Election in conjunction with the Municipality's current Accessibility Plan and IASR Standards. Municipality of Dutton Dunwich abides by the following principles when conducting the Municipal Election: • Integrity of process maintained throughout election • Secrecy and confidentiality of the individual vote • Election is fair and non -biased • Election is accessible to the voters • Certainty that results reflect votes cast • Voters and candidates treated fairly and consistently March 19, 2018 I TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS..........................................................................................................2 ACCESSIBLE ELECTION MANDATE....................................................................................3 MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS ACT REQUIREMENTS.................................................................3 DEVELOPMENT OF THE ELECTION ACCESSIBILITY PLAN..............................................3 COMMUNICATIONS..............................................................................................................4 REGARD FOR THE NEEDS OF ELECTORS WITH DISABILITIES......................................4 Barriers to People with Disabilities......................................................................................4 Typesof Disabilities............................................................................................................5 VOTING..................................................................................................................................5 PaperBallot.........................................................................................................................5 VotingPlaces......................................................................................................................5 VotingPlace Institutions......................................................................................................6 ELECTION MATERIALS.........................................................................................................6 AlternateFormat.................................................................................................................7 General Election Materials..................................................................................................7 Voting Materials (Ballots)....................................................................................................7 VOTING PROVISION FOR ELECTORS WITH DISABILITIES AT THE VOTING PLACE ...... 7 ACCESSIBILITY TRAINING FOR ELECTION OFFICIALS....................................................8 REPORTING..........................................................................................................................9 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION................................................................................................9 Customer Service Feedback...............................................................................................9 ACCESSIBLE SERVICE DISRUPTIONS...............................................................................9 APPENDIX A —VOTING PLACE SITE EVALUATION FORM..............................................11 APPENDIX B —ACCESSIBILITY COMPLIANCE FORM......................................................14 ACCESSIBLE ELECTION MANDATE With respect to Accessibility, the mandate for the Municipality of Dutton Dunwich Municipal 2018 Election is as follows: "It is the goal of the Municipality of Dutton Dunwich to ensure that Electors in the Municipality of Dutton Dunwich who have a disability or an issue with accessibility are provided with the best opportunity to vote as independently as possible in the 2018 Municipal Election." MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS ACT REQUIREMENTS In addition to our pre-existing accessibility requirements the Municipality's current Accessibility Standards for Customer Service Policy, the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 S.O. 1996, CHAPTER 32, section 12 states: "12.1 (1) A clerk who is responsible for conducting an election shall have regard to the need of electors and candidates with disabilities. 2009, c. 33, Sched. 21, s. 8 (8). Report (2) Within 90 days after voting day in a regular election, the clerk shall submit a report to council about the identification, removal and prevention of barriers that affect electors and candidates with disabilities. 2009, c. 33, Sched. 21, s. 8 (8). 41. (3) The clerk shall make such changes to some or all of the ballots as he or she considers necessary or desirable to allow electors with visual impairments to vote without the assistance referred to in paragraph 4 of subsection 52 (1). 1996, c. 32, Sched, s. 41 (3); 2001, c. 32, s. 30 (1). (2) In establishing the locations of voting places, the clerk shall ensure that each voting place is accessible to electors with disabilities. 2009, c. 33, Sched. 21, s. 8(23)." DEVELOPMENT OF THE ELECTION ACCESSIBILITY PLAN This plan will address the specific requirements pertaining to accessibility in relation to the 2018 Municipal Election in the Municipality of Dutton Dunwich. This plan is a "living" document which will be improved and updated as best practices are identified and new opportunities of improvement arise. During the development process of the initial Election Accessibility Plan, the following steps will be implemented: • The Accessibility Coordinator will review the proposed Accessibility Plan to substantiate needs are being met. • Establish staff training standards and practices directly related to the Election to ensure that people with disabilities can vote in a positive environment, and ensure that all Election Officials recognize that in every way possible a voter's needs are to be accommodated whenever possible. • Following the Election, submit a report to Council about the identification, removal and prevention of barriers that affect electors and candidates with disabilities. COMMUNICATIONS The 2018 Municipal Election Accessibility Plan will be made available by way of the Municipality's website. Alternate formats will be made available upon request. REGARD FOR THE NEEDS OF ELECTORS WITH DISABILITIES The procedures within this plan must respect the dignity and independence of the Electors. The election process should ensure that the policies, practices and procedures are consistent with the core principles of independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity. Disabilities can take many forms and can range from temporary to permanent. Often disabilities are non -visible and no one should ever make assumptions. Disabilities include developmental, cognitive and physical challenges/conditions of persons of any age. Barriers to People with Disabilities Some examples of barriers to people with disabilities - Types of Barriers Examples Attitudinal barriers are those that • Thinking that people with disabilities are discriminate against people with disabilities. inferior • Assuming that a person who has a speech impairment cannot understand you Information or communication barriers • Print is too small to read happen when a person cannot easily • Websites that cannot be accessed by understand information. people who are not able to use a mouse • Signs that are not clear or easily understood Technological barriers occur when • A website that doesn't support screen - technology cannot be modified to support reading software various assistive devices. Organizational barriers are an A hiring process that is not open to people organization's policies, practices or with disabilities procedures that discriminate against people with disabilities. Architectural and physical barriers are • Hallways and doorways that are too features of buildings or spaces that cause narrow for a person using a wheelchair, problems for people with disabilities. electric scooter or walker • Poor lighting for people with low vision • Parking spaces that are too narrow for a driver who uses a wheelchair Types of Disabilities Listed below is a brief description of types of disabilities. Understanding people's needs and challenges may help you better communicate with them. • Physical Disabilities: There are many types and degrees of physical disabilities, and while people who use mobility aids like wheelchairs, scooters, crutches or canes are most recognizable, it is important to consider that not all people with physical disabilities require a mobility device. • Vision Loss: There are varying degrees of vision loss and a distinction between blindness and low vision. In some cases, it may be difficult to tell if a person has a vision loss. • Hearing Impaired, Deafness and Hearing Loss: Hearing loss ranges from mild to profound. The distinction between the terms "deaf", "deafened", "hearing impaired" and "hard of hearing" are based principally on the individual's preferred language (spoken or signed) rather than on the actual degree of hearing loss. • Deaf -Blindness: A person who is deaf -blind has some degree of both vision and hearing loss. This results in greater difficulties in accessing information and managing daily activities. Most people who are deaf -blind will be accompanied by an intervener, a professional who helps with communicating. • Speech Impairments: People with speech disabilities may have problems communicating. For many reasons, people may have difficulty speaking clearly — for example, as a result of a stroke or cerebral palsy — which may result in difficulties with verbal communication. Some people may use communication boards or other assistive devices to help communicate. A speech disability often has no impact on a person's ability to understand. Ask them to repeat the information if you don't understand. Ask questions that can be answered "yes' or "no" if possible. • Cognitive Disabilities: Cognitive disabilities may affect understanding, communication, or behavior and can be attributed to brain injuries, developmental or learning disabilities. It is not always easy to identify someone who has a cognitive disability. • Mental Illness: Mental illness is a disturbance in thoughts and emotions that may decrease a person's capacity to cope with the challenges of everyday life. Mental illness can take many forms, just as a physical illness does. VOTING Paper Ballot The Paper Ballot system employs paper ballots on which the names of all candidates are printed. Voters record their choices by marking the boxes next to the candidate they select and drop the voted ballot in a sealed ballot box. This method allows the use of various means, (magnifying glass, large print, etc.) to read the text and allows improved accessibility forvoters. Voting Places • On advance voting day — the Municipal Office, 199 Currie Road, Dutton, and • On voting day — the Community Centre, 1 Scotland Street, Dutton. For the purpose of this plan, voting place includes the exterior parking and walkways associated with the location. 5 To ensure that voting locations are accessible to Electors with disabilities, a Site Evaluation Form (Appendix A) will be completed prior to confirming the site as a voting place. The Evaluation Form will include the assessment of the following areas within the voting place: • Exteriors • Parking Areas • Entrances • Elevators (if applicable) • Fire and Life Safety • General Layout and Services • Interiors • Public Washrooms • Facility Signage and Information Systems Upon completion of the Evaluation, a list of the barriers which have been identified will be reviewed to determine if they can be rectified in order to accommodate Electors with disabilities. This may include the implementation of site specific accommodations for that voting place on Election Day. Voting Place Institutions The Municipal Elections Act requires that on voting day, a voting place shall be provided on the premises of the following- "S. 45 (7) An institution for the reception, treatment or vocational training of members or former members of the Canadian Forces. An institution in which, on nomination day, 20 or more beds are occupied by persons who are disabled, chronically ill or infirm. A retirement home in which, on nomination day, 50 or more beds are occupied" For the 2018 Municipal Election, the following institution locations have been identified: • Bobier Villa, 1 Bobier Lane, Dutton A Site Evaluation Form will be completed to identify any barriers at the voting place. Accessibility of the voting place in institutions will be addressed to the best of the Municipality's ability through the cooperation of the institution owners/operators. The time of the voting place within each institution will be arranged with the institution administrator. ELECTION MATERIALS The Municipality is required, as per the Accessible Customer Service Standard, to give a copy of a document to a person with a disability, or the information contained in the document, in a format that considers the person's disability. 0 Alternate Format Alternate formats are other ways of publishing information besides regular print. Some of these formats can be used by everyone while others are designed to address the specific needs of a user. The Municipality and the person with a disability may agree upon the format to be used for the document or information. In the event the information is not generated by the Municipality or is supplied by a third party, the Municipality will make every effort to obtain the information from the third party in an alternate format and/or will attempt to assist the Elector by providing assistive equipment. General Election Materials Large Print — Printed material generated by the Municipality will be provided in Arial font, 12- point and can be made available in a font (print) size that is 16 to 20-points or larger. Website — Information generated by the Municipality on the website in relation to the election will be in a format for which OCR software can be utilized. In addition, website font can be made larger and contrast option selected to aid the user in reading the information. Voting Materials (Ballots) Assistive Devices — Each voting place will be equipped with magnifiers as well as the assistance of Election Officials. VOTING PROVISION FOR ELECTORS WITH DISABILITIES AT THE VOTING PLACE The following voting provisions are in place to accommodate the voting needs of Electors with disabilities: Support Persons — In relation to a person with a disability, a Support Person accompanies him or her to help with communications, mobility, personal care or medical needs or with access to goods or services. The Deputy Returning Officer may permit an Elector who needs assistance in voting to have such assistance as the Deputy Returning Officer considers necessary. The Support Person, upon the completion of the prescribed oath, may accompany the Elector behind the voting screen to assist the Elector in the voting process. Assistive Personal Equipment — Assistive personal devices include, but are not limited to, wheelchairs, walkers, white canes, walking canes, note taking devices, portable magnifiers, recording machines, assistive listening devices, personal oxygen tanks and devices for grasping. Service Animals — An animal is a "Service Animal" if it is readily apparent that the animal is used by a person with a disability for reasons relating to his or her disability, for example a guide dog wearing a harness. Service Animals will be permitted in all voting places. Physical Disabilities — Voting places including parking areas, entrances and voting areas will be selected and/or setup in a manner that enables Electors with physical disabilities to vote. 7 In the event an Elector is unable to access the established voting area due to a physical disability, the Deputy Returning Officer may attend to the Elector anywhere within the voting place. Vision Loss — Each voting place will be equipped with magnifiers. Personal assistance from an Election Official is also available. Hearing Impaired, Deafness and Hearing Loss — Each voting place will be equipped with a wipe board and/or pad of paper and pen to communicate with the hearing impaired in writing if required. Accessible Voting Booths - Accessible voting booths will be available at each Voting Place. Voting booths will be low in height and have a wide area to allow individuals utilizing mobility aids to vote independently and secretively. A large print Notice of Ballot shall be displayed near the voting booth. Magnifying sheets will be available to assist any individual with low vision. Voting by Proxy - A person with a disability that is homebound or otherwise unable to go to a Voting Place may appoint another person to act as a voting proxy to cast a ballot on his or her behalf. The appointment must be made on the prescribed form available at Municipal Office and on the Municipality's election website. The person being appointed as a proxy will be required to take a statutory declaration before a Commissioner of Oaths. Municipal Clerk staff can administer this oath at the Municipal office at 199 Currie Road, Dutton. Once completed, the voting proxy may be exercised at any advance voting location or on Voting Day. The appointment of a proxy expires after the close of voting on Voting Day. ACCESSIBILITY TRAINING FOR ELECTION OFFICIALS All Election Officials are required to complete the Municipality's general Accessible Customer Service training which includes: • The purpose of the Act • How to interact with people with various disabilities • How to interact with people who use the assistance of a service animal or support person Election Officials will be provided with this Guidebook to assist them in delivering and maintaining accessible customer service by: • Being aware of accessibility features at/for the voting place • Providing tips on how to maintain these accessibility features • Being aware of various tools available to assist with customer service such as assistive devices • Knowing when and how to report a disruption of service • Knowing how to collect Customer Feedback In addition to the Municipality's general Customer Service Training, all Election Officials will be provided with customized training on this plan and the related materials contained within, as well as the following: • A requirement to monitor Electors with disabilities to ensure that their needs are met, i.e. if an individual with a walker is in a long line, staff are to observe, and if it is felt that 9 the Elector is having difficulties, then offer a chair, ensure that their place is saved in the voting line-up, etc.; • A requirement to ensure that Electors are aware that assistance (in varying forms) is available if required; • Direction for Election Officials to observe Electors during discussions with them, and if it appears that the voter is having difficulty understanding, ensuring that the voter can clearly see the speaker; • Encouraging Election Officials to approach an Elector if it appears that the Elector requires assistance to get around in the voting place, offer assistance; • Conduct routine checks of the voting place to ensure accessible features are maintained (e.g. Check the access doors frequently); • Offer assistance and watch for Electors unable to easily enter the building; Upon completion of the training program, each Election Official will be required to complete and return an Accessibility Compliance Form- Appendix B REPORTING As per the Municipal Elections Act- "S. 8(8) Within 90 days after voting day in a regular election, the clerk shall submit a report to council about the identification, removal and prevention of barriers that affect electors and candidates with disabilities. 2009." This report will be made available to the public via the Municipality's website, and at the Municipal Office. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Customer Service Feedback The Municipality welcomes customer feedback to identify areas where changes need to be considered and ways in which the Municipality can improve the delivery of an accessible Election. The Customer Service Feedback Forms can be accessed on the Municipality's website and sent directly through the website or can be downloaded and submitted in writing, by fax or by e-mail, or in person to: Municipality of Dutton Dunwich Attention: Accessibility Coordinator 199 Currie Road Dutton ON NOL 1 JO, Phone: (519) 762-2204 Fax: (519) 762-2278 Email: kmorreau duttondunwich,.on.ca ACCESSIBLE SERVICE DISRUPTIONS From time to time and/or for unforeseen circumstances beyond the Municipality's control, temporary service disruptions may be experienced. In the event of a temporary accessible service disruption, Election Officials will commit to making reasonable efforts to ensure that the services are reinstated as quickly as possible and that alternative services are provided where feasible. 9 In these instances of service disruptions, the Municipality shall provide reasonable notice in the event of a planned or unexpected disruption in the facilities or services usually used by persons with disabilities. Notice of these temporary disruptions shall be provided in a conspicuous place and manner at the respective locations and information shall also be posted on the Municipality's website. This notice shall include information about the reason for the disruption, its anticipated duration, and a description of alternative facilities or services, if available. Accessible services in relation to this plan include: voting places, election materials and/or voting provisions for Electors with disabilities at the voting place. 10 APPENDIX A —VOTING PLACE SITE EVALUATION FORM Name of Voting Place: Address: Phone Number: Contract Name: Checklist EXTERIORS YES NO Accessible pedestrian route(s) or paths are wide enough to accommodate wheelchairs, scooters, or other mobility devices Curb cuts or ramps are wide enough for wheelchairs and scooters, have a non- slip finish and are kept clear of snow and ice in winter weather Routes are not obstructed by poles, plants, bicycle racks, etc Accessible entrances are clearly marked with the International Symbol of Accessibility Building and route signage is provided in large, high -contrast lettering Accessible passenger loading zone accommodates accessible vehicles On exterior steps, forward edges are highly colour -contrasted for easy visibility On both sides of ramps or exterior stairs, continuous handrails are a bright contrasting colour and have horizontal or vertical rails to prevent people from slipping through PARKING AREAS YES NO Accessible parking spaces are clearly marked with the International Symbol of Accessibility There is a safe, clearly marked, accessible pedestrian route from the designated parking area to an accessible building entrance or elevator lobby Accessible pedestrian route is made of firm, level material ENTRANCES YES NO Entrances are accessible to people using wheelchairs or scooters Accessible door: • opens automatically • has power assisted door operators, or can easily be ooened with one hand Mats are level with the floor and door thresholds are beveled so they do not create a tripping hazard People can easily find information, at a reception counter, an accessible call bell or information phone for persons requiring assistance 11 ELEVATORS (IF APPLICABLE) YES NO Elevator doorways are wide enough and stay open long enough to allow persons using wheelchairs to pass through easily In accessible elevators, Braille signage and controls can be easily reached and a two-way emergency call system or telephone provided Audible signals announce floors and up/down direction of elevator cars FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY YES NO A fire policy and/or fire safety plan is available to Election Officials and includes provisions for the evacuation of people with disabilities Main exit routes and exit doors are easily accessed and used by people using mobility aids Exit instructions are printed in large text, and mounted in an accessible, highly visible location Fire alarms have both visual and audible signals Fire hose cabinets and fire extinguishers are in a highly contrasting colour A first aid station/kit is available to Election Officials GENERAL LAYOUT AND SERVICES YES NO Queuing areas and serving aisles are wide enough for people using mobility aids including electric wheelchairs and scooters Counter/tables are accessible to and useable by patrons using wheelchairs or scooters Appropriate lighting is installed to ensure that people with vision disabilities may clearly identify colours, patterns and signage INTERIORS YES NO Floor finishes have non -slip surfaces under wet and dry conditions Open -concept, accessible routes are marked by bright colours or textural changes at floor level, to provide directional cues for people with vision disabilities There are no protruding objects or tripping hazards in accessible routes, and if so, they are clearly marked with a bright colour, a cane -detectible floor finish, or a guard Where floors are carpeted, the carpet is of firm, dense construction and easy for a wheelchair user to roll over without difficult thresholds are beveled to accommodate different floor materials Walls in busy areas, corridors, ramps or staircases are finished in smooth, non- glossy, non-abrasive finishes Colour of doors or door frames in hallways contrast with surrounding wall colours 12 PUBLIC WASHROOMS YES NO An accessible stall is provided for each sex when integrated into regular washrooms or in an accessible stand-alone unisex washroom is located nearby The following washroom features are accessible to people with a wide range of disabilities: • grab bars • coat hooks • flush controls • wash basins • toilet paper dispenser • mounted automatic hand -dryers or paper towel holders FACILITY SIGNAGE AND INFORMATION SYSTEM YES NO Show the International Symbol of Accessibility Include appropriate pictograms wherever possible (e.g. on washroom doors) Include large high -contrast text, clear, light-coloured lettering or symbols on a dark background, or dark characters on a light background Are mounted at a convenient height for both wheelchair users and people with vision disabilities Person Who Completed Evaluation: Areas of Concern: Site Selected: Yes: No: Special Accommodations for Site: 13 APPENDIX B — ACCESSIBILITY COMPLIANCE FORM Position: Ilf;;..11Iect°liioin Gffi&141l ssliist°liin iit°Ih t°Ihe 2018 Il unliicliiipalll Ilf;;..11Iect°liioin I certify that I am in full compliance with the Accessibility Standards for Customer Service (Ontario Regulation 429107) under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) and have been provided the necessary training in accordance with the requirements of Section 6 of the regulation. I hereby acknowledge that as part of my participation and involvement as an Election Official, that I have been made aware of the Municipality's Accessible Customer Service Policy and related Policies and procedures under the Integrated Accessible Regulation Standard (TARS). I have read the policy which was provided to me and I, the undersigned have read, agree to and hereby express my understanding that; • A person with a disability may include someone who is blind, has a visual impairment, is deaf or has a hearing impairment, a physical disability, an intellectual or learning disability and/or mental health disability. • Many disabilities are not obvious or visible. • People with disabilities will be provided with services from Municipality of Dutton Dunwich in an equitable manner that respects dignity, independence, integration and equal opportunity. • Provision of goods and services to persons with disabilities will be integrated unless an alternate measure is required. • The Municipality of Dutton Dunwich is committed to providing accommodation to its customers by providing documents in alternate formats. • Service animals are permitted on Municipal premises and within Municipal facilities, except where prohibited by law. • Where fees for goods and services are charged, Municipality of Dutton Dunwich shall ensure that notice is given in advance about the amount, if any, that would be charged to a support person accompanying a person with a disability. • Notice shall be provided for service disruptions to facilities, services or systems that are relied upon by persons with disabilities to access Municipality of Dutton Dunwich's goods or services. • Use of assistive devices by persons with disabilities to obtain, use or benefit from Municipality of Dutton Dunwich's goods or services is permitted, unless otherwise prohibited due to health and safety or privacy issues. • Municipality of Dutton Dunwich welcomes feedback from the public on the provision of goods and services to persons with disabilities as it may identify areas that require change and assist in improvements in service delivery. • Accessibility Training is a vital part of Municipality of Dutton Dunwich's Accessible Customer Service Policy and related procedures and practices. Name: Signature: Date: 14 County of Elgin Human Resources Policy Manual Subject: County Accessibility Policy Policy Number: 2.130 Date Approved: September 25, 2012 Date of Last Revision: November 22, 2016, May 5, 2022 Code: A Section: 2 County Accessibility Policy Purpose The Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) requires all public organizations to meet the accessibility standards established by the legislation. This policy provides a framework to guide the review and development of Elgin County goods, services, programs and facilities in an inclusive manner that considers the AODA requirements and the needs of people with disabilities. The policy acts as the main accessibility policy for Elgin County and provides information on how the County will meet the requirements of the Ontario Regulation 191111 -Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation (IASR). This regulation establishes the accessibility standards and sets forth the requirements Municipalities must meet, which includes: information and communication, employment, transportation, design of public spaces, and customer service. Further accessibility related requirements beyond the AODA and IASR can be found in both the Ontario Building Code and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Requirements set out in the Accessibility Policy are not a replacement or substitution for the requirements established under the Ontario Human Rights Code nor does the policy limit any obligations owed to persons with disabilities under any other legislation. Further amendments to the Accessibility Policy may occur if Standards under the IASR are amended or developed and will be brought forward to Council approval based on timelines and compliance requirements. The policy will be reviewed and updated on an as needed basis. For information pertaining to each section, visit the list of supporting documents at the end of this policy. This list includes policies, procedures and guidelines relating to accessibility. OINK Request Accessible Format and/or Communication Supports Form County of Elgin Human Resources Policy Manual Statement of Commitment The County of Elgin is committed to identifying, removing, and eliminating barriers and improving accessibility for people with disabilities in a manner that respects dignity, independence, integration and equal opportunity. The County of Elgin recognizes the diverse needs of all our residents and customers and will respond by striving to provide goods, services and facilities that are accessible to all. The County of Elgin is committed to being responsive to the needs of all its residents and employees. In order to meet the needs of people with disabilities the County will: • Ensure policies address dignity, independence, integration and provide for equal opportunity for people with disabilities. • Allow people with disabilities to use their own personal devices to obtain, use or benefit from the services offered by the County. • Accommodate the accessibility needs of people with disabilities to ensure they can obtain, use or benefit from the County's goods, services, programs and facilities. • Communicate with people with disabilities in a manner that takes into account the person's disability. The County will promote accessibility by ensuring that compliance is met for all regulations made under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, S.O. 2005, c. 11 Policy Statement The County of Elgin establishes a framework for compliance with the County's commitment to accessibility, requirements under the AODA and IASR, and any additional municipal requirements. The AODA provides for the development, implementation and enforcement of accessibility standards in order to achieve accessibility for persons with disabilities in all aspects of society. The County must meet requirements in key areas including: • General Requirements (Procurement, Training and Policy) • Information and Communications • Employment • Transportation • Accessible Built Environment • Customer Service 2 County of Elgin Progre tvie byNature Human Resources Policy Manual The AODA requires the County to: 1. Identify, prevent and remove barriers people with disabilities face in accessing the Municipality's goods, services, and facilities 2. Accommodate the accessibility needs of people with disabilities to ensure they can obtain, use or benefit from municipal goods, services, and facilities, and that they can do so in a timely manner, at a cost no greater than the cost for people without disabilities 3. Develop and train municipal employees on providing accessible goods, services, and facilities. Scope This policy applies to all persons who deal with members of the public or other third parties on behalf of the County, whether the person does so as an employee, member of Council, agent, volunteer, student placement, committee member, or otherwise and all persons who participate in developing the County's policies governing the provision of goods, services or facilities to members of the public or other third parties. Definitions Barrier: means anything that prevents a person with a disability from fully participating in all aspects of society because of his, her or their disability, including a physical barrier, an architectural barrier, an information or communications barrier, an attitudinal barrier, a technological barrier, a policy or a practice Disability as defined by the Ontario Human Rights Code, R.S.O. 1990, c. H. 19 Disability means, a. any degree of physical disability, infirmity, malformation or disfigurement that is caused by bodily injury, birth defect or illness and, without limiting the generality of the foregoing, includes diabetes mellitus, epilepsy, a brain injury, any degree of paralysis, amputation, lack of physical co-ordination, blindness or visual impediment, deafness or hearing impediment, muteness or speech impediment, or physical reliance on a guide dog or other animal or on a wheelchair or other remedial appliance or device, b. a condition of mental impairment or a developmental disability, 3 County of Elgin Human Resources Policy Manual c. a learning disability, or a dysfunction in one or more of the processes involved in understanding or using symbols or spoken language, d. a mental disorder, or e. an injury or disability for which benefits were claimed or received under the insurance plan established under the Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, 1997; ("handicap") Guide Dog: a guide dog as defined in the Blind Persons' Right Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. 13.7 s. 1(1) "guide dog" means a dog trained as a guide for a blind person and having the qualifications prescribed by the regulations. ("chien d'aveugle") For all other definitions, refer to the Integrated Accessibility Standard Regulation (O. Reg 191/11). Service Animal: For the purposes of this policy, an animal is a service animal for a person with a disability if: 1) the animal can be readily identified as one that is being used by the person for reasons relating to the person's disability, as a result of visual indicators such as the vest or harness worn by the animal; or 2) the person provides documentation from one of the following regulated health professionals confirming that the person requires the animal for reasons relating to the disability: i. A member of the College of Audiologists and Speech -Language Pathologists of Ontario. ii. A member of the College of Chiropractors of Ontario. iii. A member of the College of Nurses of Ontario. iv. A member of the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. V. A member of the College of Optometrists of Ontario. vi. A member of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario. vii. A member of the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. viii. A member of the College of Psychologists of Ontario. ix. A member of the College of Registered Psychotherapists and Registered Mental Health Therapists of Ontario 4 County of Elgin Human Resources Policy Manual Support Person: means, in relation to a person with a disability, another person who accompanies him, her or them in order to help with communication, mobility, personal care or medical needs or with access to goods, services or facilities. General Requirements Accessibility Planning The County will establish, implement, maintain and document a Joint Multi -Year Accessibility Plan (MYAP), which will outline the County and Local Municipal Partner's strategy to identify, prevent and remove barriers and meet the requirements under the Integrated Accessibility Standard Regulation (O. Reg 191/11). The County will establish and implement a Joint Multi -Year Accessibility Plan in consultation with the public, people with disabilities and the Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee. The plan will be posted on the County and Local Municipal Partner's websites, and will be available in an accessible format and/or with communication supports upon request. The plan will be updated at least once every five years. A Joint Annual Accessibility Status Report will be prepared outlining the progress taken to implement the strategy and goals set out in the Joint MYAP. The Joint Annual Accessibility Status Report will be posted on the County and Local Municipal Partner's websites. Procurement of Goods, Services, or Facilities The County will incorporate accessibility design, criteria and features when purchasing or acquiring goods, services or facilities, except where it is not practicable to do so. Should the County determine that it is not practicable to incorporate accessibility design, criteria and features when purchasing or acquiring goods, services or facilities, it will provide an explanation upon request. The explanation shall be made available in an accessible format and/or with communication supports, upon request. Each department is responsible for ensuring accessibility considerations have been made. Employees must follow the internal Accessible Procurement Guidelines and Procurement Policy. Procurements for items or services intended for use by the public must always incorporate accessibility where these options are available. V County of Elgin Human Resources Policy Manual Training The County will provide training to: • All people who are an employee of, or a volunteer with the organization • All people who participate in developing the organizations policies; and • All other people who provide goods, services or facilities on behalf of the organization The training will include: • An overview of the Ontario Human Rights Code • A review of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 • A review of the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation (O. Reg 191/11) • Specific review of IASR requirements, based on the duties associated with the employee • How to interact and communicate with people with various types of disabilities • How to interact with people with disabilities who use an assistive device or require the assistance of a guide dog or other service animal or the assistance of a support person • How to use equipment or devices available on the County's premises or otherwise provided by the County that may help with the provision of goods, services or facilities to a person with a disability • What to do if a person with a disability is having difficulty accessing the County's goods, services or facilities The training will be appropriate to the duties of the employees, volunteers and other people. Employees will be trained as soon as practicable. Training will be provided to the aforementioned individuals with respect to any policy changes on an ongoing basis. Training logs will be kept in accordance with the IASR, and include details of the training provided, who received training, the dates for when training was provided, and number of individuals trained. Information and Communications Accessible Formats and Communication Supports The County will provide alternate accessible formats of information and communications that are produced by, or in direct control of the County. This does not apply to information that the County does not control directly or indirectly through a contractual relationship. Information produced by third parties, that is not controlled directly or indirectly by the County, can be requested to be converted into an alternative format that is accessible and/or with communication supports, if practicable. 0 County of Elgin Human Resources Policy Manual Alternative accessible formats will be provided upon request in a timely manner and at a cost that is no more than the cost charged for the original format. When it is not practicable to provide an alternate format, the County will provide an explanation and a detailed summary of the document in an accessible format. The County will provide communication supports to members of the public upon request. If the County is unable to obtain the requested communication support, the County will consult with the individual to determine an appropriate alternative method of communication. The County will consult with the individual making the request to determine the suitability of an accessible format or communication support. Emergency Procedures, Plans and Public Safety Information The County will provide emergency procedures, plans and public safety information in an accessible format or with appropriate communication supports, as soon as practicable, upon request. Individualized Workplace Emergency Response Plans for employees with disabilities will be provided, as is deemed necessary. Individualized Workplace Emergency Response Plans will be reviewed when: • The employee moves to a different location in the organization • The employee's overall accommodation needs or plans are reviewed • The employer reviews the general emergency response policies Feedback The County will accept feedback from members of the public relating to the provision of accessible goods, services or facilities to people with disabilities. The County will ensure that the feedback process is accessible to people with disabilities by providing, or arranging for the provision of accessible formats and communication supports, upon request. The County will develop procedures that specify the actions that will be taken if a complaint is received about the manner in which it provides goods, services or facilities to people with 6 County of Elgin Human Resources Policy Manual disabilities. Information regarding the feedback process will be posted on the County's website. Individuals can request this information by contacting the County. In accordance with section 11 of the IASR when seeking feedback from the public, the County will provide accessible formats and/or communication supports to members of the public upon request. Libraries The County will provide access to or arrange for the provision of access to accessible materials where they exist. Information about accessible materials can be found on the Elgin County Library website. Website and Web Content In accordance with the IASR, the County will ensure that websites and web content are created in a manner keeping with the expectations of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0 (WCAG). The County will continue to maintain and create websites and web content in accordance with WCAG 2.0, Level A and Level AA. If an individual is having difficulty accessing any County owned or operated website, or content found on said websites, they can contact the County. Accessible web content is being produced in the following ways: In -House: Staff receive training that ensures PDF documents are created in accordance with WCAG 2.0 Level AA. Purchased Documents or Videos: The Department purchasing a document or video that will be available on the County's website shall ensure that the document or video is created in a manner that ensures compliance with WCAG 2.0 Level AA. Third -Party Documents: The County will put forward efforts to ensure that documents provided to the County on behalf of a third party, that will be posted on the County's website, and not in direct control of the County through a contractual relationship, will be remediated in accordance with WCAG 2.0 Level AA, unless it is not practicable to do so. In the event that it is not practicable to remediate a third -party document, for which the County is not in direct control through a contractual relationship, a member of the public may contact the County to arrange for the information to be provided in an accessible format 93 County of Elgin Human Resources Policy Manual and/or with communication supports, upon request. The County will consult with the requesting individual to determine suitability of format. Employment The County is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. The Employment Standards in the IASR outlines requirements for the accommodation of persons with disabilities during the recruitment process and throughout their employment with the County. Recruitment Accommodations The County will notify all potential applicants that the County will take steps to accommodate disability related needs in the interview or testing process. The County will communicate the offer of accommodation to all applicants at the beginning of the selection process. Applicants must make their accessibility needs known and put in a request for accommodations. Upon receipt of such request, the County will consult the person making the request and determine suitable accommodations. When making an offer of employment, the County will inform the individual of the County's commitment to providing accommodations in the workplace. Workplace Accommodations Accommodations will be provided to employees with disabilities during the duration of their employment with the County of Elgin. Employees must submit their request for accommodations in writing. Documented Individual Accommodations Plans will be created for employees with disabilities. Performance Management and Career Development The County will take the accessibility needs and Individual Accommodation Plans into consideration for employees with disabilities during a performance management process, or during a career development and advancement, or when the employee is redeployed. Return to Work Process The County has in place a return to work process for employees who have been away from work due to a disability and require disability -related accommodations in order to return to work. A written procedure shall be developed to outline the steps the County will take to facilitate the employee's return to work, which may lead to an Individual Accommodation Plan. Such processes must be documented and must outline the steps the County will take to facilitate the employees' return to work. 9 County of Elgin Human Resources Policy Manual Design of Public Spaces Accessible Built Environment The County is committed to designing public spaces that are free from barriers and accessible to all persons. The County will comply with the requirements found in Part IV.1 of the IASR where applicable, in relation to the design of public spaces. The Design of Public Spaces Standards requires the County to comply with respect to public spaces that are newly constructed or redeveloped, including: • Recreation trails and beach access routes • Outdoor public use eating areas and rest areas • Outdoor play spaces • Exterior paths of travel • Accessible parking • Obtaining services The County has created, in collaboration with the Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee, several guidelines to assist with the implementation of this Standard: a) Accessible On -street Parking Standard b) Accessible Playground Consultation Document c) Recreational Trails Consultation Document & Guidelines Further requirements pertaining to the Accessible Built Environment can be found in the O.REG. 332112 Ontario Building Code Act Customer Service Assistive Devices The County allows people with disabilities to use their own personal assistive devices to obtain goods, services or facilities offered by the County. It is the responsibility of the person with a disability to ensure their assistive device is operated in a safe and controlled manner at all times. If a person with a disability is unable to access a good, service or facility through the use of their own personal assistive device, or if their own personal assistive device poses a health and safety risk to others, the County will consult with the individual to determine an alternate means to obtain, use or benefit from the County's goods, services or facilities. 10 County of Elgin Human Resources Policy Manual Staff within the applicable department will be trained in the application and use of the device the County has on site or that is being provided to be used by customers with disabilities while accessing our goods, services or facilities. Service Animals The County will ensure that an individual accompanied by a service animal is permitted to enter the premises with the animal and to keep the animal with the individual, unless the animal is otherwise excluded by law from the premises. If a service animal is excluded by law from the premises, the County will ensure that other measures are available to ensure a person with a disability is able to obtain, use or benefit from the County's goods, services or facilities. Individuals will be informed by County about the alternative measures and accommodations available. The individual with the service animal is responsible for the care and control of their service animal at all times, while on County premises. Further information on service animals and guide dogs is provided under the definition section a bove. Support Person The County will allow people with disabilities to be accompanied by a support person in all County -owned and operated public facilities. The County reserves the right to request a person with a disability to be accompanied by a support person when on the premises, but only if, after consulting with the person with a disability and considers the available evidence, the County determines that: • A support person is necessary to protect the health or safety of the person with a disability or the health or safety or others on the premises; and • There is no other reasonable way to protect the health or safety of the person with a disability and the health or safety of others on the premises. Admission fees will be waived for support persons who accompany a person with a disability. 11 County of Elgin Human Resources Policy Manual Temporary Service Disruptions Temporary service disruptions in County services or facilities may occur due to reasons that may or may not be within the County's control or knowledge. If a temporary service disruption is planned or unplanned the County will make reasonable efforts to provide notice of the disruption. Notice of the disruption will include: the reason for the disruption, its anticipated duration and a description of alternative facilities or services, if any, that are available. Procedures for specific service disruptions will be developed, and a copy of the procedures will be available to individuals upon request. If the disruption is anticipated, the County will provide a reasonable amount of advance notice. Notice will be given by posting the information in a conspicuous place as well as by posting the information on the County or Library website. Compliance The County may incur costs in implementing staff training required to meet the IASR Customer Service Standards, and the AODA and Ontario Human Rights Code training requirements. The other potential financial implications is in regard to non-compliance with the law. Enforcement provisions exist under the AODA allowing inspectors to have the power to request documents and records. Every person guilty of an offence under the AODA can be fined up to $50,000 per day or part day on which the offence occurs or continues to occur. The County can be fined up to $100,000 per day or part day on which the offence occurs or continues to occur. All employees shall monitor current practices to ensure compliance with this Policy. Contact Information For questions relating to this Policy and other Accessibility related policies, procedures or guidelines, contact the Accessibility Coordinator at the County Accessibility Page 12 County of Elgin Human Resources Policy Manual Legislative Authority Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, S.O. 2005, c. 11 Integrated Accessibility Standard Regulation (O. Reg 191/11) Ontario Human Rights Code, R.S.O. 1990, c. H. 19 O.REG. 332112 Ontario Building Code Act Supporting Documents Policies 2.80.2 Accommodations in the Workplace Policy 2.130.1 Emergency Workplace Response for Employees with Disabilities Procedures Accessibility Feedback Procedure Accessible Maintenance Procedures Accessibility Training Procedure Request for Accessible Formats and Communication Supports Procedure Service Animals in the Workplace Procedure Support Persons Procedure Temporary Service Disruptions Procedure Assistive Device Procedure (Accessible Lift) Plans and Reports Return to Work Plan Return to Work Process Elgin County and its Local Municipal Partners Joint Multi -Year Accessibility Plan 2021-2026 Joint Annual Accessibility Status Reports Guidelines Design Guideline Accessible On -street Parking Standard Accessible Playground Consultation Document Recreational Trails Consultation Document & Guidelines Elgin - Procurement - Guide to Accessibility Requirements By -Laws By -Law No. 20-07 Adoption of Procurement Policy Elgin County 13 229 - .NIV- .D STINSON PROP. �::... 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