Accessibility Advisory Committee

Date last revised: January 10, 2024


Short name: ACC
Purpose: Promoting the implementation of the Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2001, in the City of Welland and improving opportunities for people with disabilities. Advising Council, as required by the Act, on its annual Accessibility Plan, which focuses on identifying, removing, and preventing barriers with disabilities.

Meeting information

Meeting schedule: Typically the third Thursday of each month
Meeting time: 3 p.m.
Meeting location: Welland Community Centre, 145 Lincoln Street
Chair:
Staff liaison: Brad Taylor
905-735-1700 x2247
AAC@welland.ca
Committee contact: Emily Clulow
905-735-1700 x2257
AAC@welland.ca

Members:

  • Councillor Bonnie Fokkens (April 4, 2023 to November 14, 2026)
  • Ather Shabbar
  • Terry Scott
  • Melissa Graham
  • William Barnes
  • Wendy Barnes

The following members, unless otherwise indicated, are appointed until November 14, 2026.

Sub-committees:

  • Public Liaison sub-committee
  • Barrier Removal sub-committee
  • Sports and Recreation sub-committee