Accessibility Advisory
Purpose
The purpose of the Accessibility Advisory Committee is to make recommendations:
- Relating to the setting of objectives and policies to be followed in connection with accessibility matters within the city
- Relating to the status of accessibility programs and their relationship to community needs
- Relating to capital projects
- Regarding the education of the community in regards to accessibility issues
- To increase public awareness and understanding of accessibility issues
The committee also:
- Assists with the preparation of the annual accessibility plan
- Meets with groups, organizations and individuals interested or involved in accessibility matters to determine concerns or suggestions
- The committee also deals with para-transportation eligibility appeals
Members
- Donna Burleigh
- Melissa Doucette
- Christopher Eby
- Jennifer Harrington
- Kerry Kijewski
- Alan Taylor
- Norma Thomas
- Alysha Dyjach(Staff Representative)
- Councillor Mark Schadenberg (Council Representative)
Meetings
Anyone wanting to attend the meeting as a delegation will need to complete the Delegation Request Form.
Typically committee meetings are held at Woodstock City Hall, Committee Room A (Main Floor), but under the current Covid-19 Pandemic meetings are being conducted virtually on Zoom.
The committee meets the second Wednesday of every month at 4:00 p.m. (with the exception of the months of July, August and December). Please contact the staff representative listed at the bottom of this page or the Council representative to confirm dates and receive additional information.
Requesting a document in an accessible format
If you require municipal information in an accessible format or require communication supports, contact us via email, in person, by telephone, in writing or complete the accessible formats or communication supports request form and submit it to city hall. Arrangements taking specific disabilities into account can be made at no additional cost.
Raising issues
If you have an issue or concern regarding inaccessible municipal services, contact us via email, in person, by telephone, in writing, by filling out the accessibility feedback form or otherwise. We will respond within 7 days of receiving your concern.
Appointments
Members of the committee remain on the committee for the duration of the current council term of office.
Applying for a Board or Committee Position
City of Woodstock residents can make a difference in the community by becoming a volunteer member of a Board or Committee. Advisory Board and Committee members provide information to City Council, which contributes to the development of policies, programs and initiatives. Your expertise, enthusiasm and pride can make all the difference.
Current Opportunities
We are currently recruiting for;
Environment Advisory Committee - Applications will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. on April 28, 2021
Woodstock Public Library Board - Applications will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. on April 28, 2021
We would like thank everyone for their interest in the City of Woodstock's Board and Committees. Please note only successful candidates will notified.
