Upcoming meeting preview for Grey County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee on October 15, 2026 2:00 PM.

This preview is based on the published agenda package and supporting reports.

One-Sentence Summary

On October 15, 2026 at 2:00 PM, the committee will consider requests for comments regarding Flesherton Arena washroom designs utilizing revitalization grant funds, revised Stothart Hall plans featuring a vertical platform lift and automatic door operators, Flesherton Fire Hall addition layouts including separate facilities, gear washing space, storage, and a training room, Markdale Rotary Park bridge accessibility compliance revisions, pickleball facility enhancements at 103 Highway 10, progress toward adding an appendix covering long-term care accessibility requirements, updated Terms of Reference defining membership structures with persons with disabilities and site plan review responsibilities, and information regarding an upcoming free ARCH Disability Law Centre webinar scheduled for October 23, 2026. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as declarations of interest and delegations.

Whole Agenda Summary

The Grey County Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee session is scheduled to review washroom renovations at the Flesherton Memorial Arena, a revised accessibility concept for Stothart Hall, new facilities at the Flesherton Fire Hall Addition, a redesign of the Markdale Rotary Park Pedestrian Bridge, accessibility enhancements for a new four-court outdoor pickleball facility, and a progress update on the 2025–2026 Multi-Year Accessibility Plan. Staff will also present recommendations regarding updated Terms of Reference to define committee responsibilities and membership structures, alongside information about an upcoming ARCH Disability Law Centre webinar scheduled for October 23, 2026.

Most Newsworthy Agenda Items

The Municipality of Grey Highlands staff will propose adding Universal Accessible Washrooms to the Flesherton Memorial Arena using revitalization grant funds before moving to tender. Revised plans are sought for Stothart Hall, replacing a previous exterior ramp concept with a vertical platform lift and including automatic door operators. The Flesherton Fire Hall Addition report outlines new washroom facilities, gear washing space, storage, and a training room as part of the proposed construction scope. Staff request review of revised designs for the Markdale Rotary Park Pedestrian Bridge to ensure compliance with current accessibility standards. Accessibility feedback is requested for a new four-court outdoor pickleball facility at 103 Highway 10 in Flesherton, including specific engineering drawings and surface features. A progress report on the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan for 2025 and 2026 recommends adding an appendix covering long-term care accessibility requirements. Staff propose updated Terms of Reference to establish a voting membership structure with persons with disabilities and define site plan review responsibilities. Information regarding a free ARCH Disability Law Centre webinar on workplace accommodations is scheduled for presentation via Zoom on October 23, 2026. The committee will consider applications for the 2027–2030 Membership Campaign before determining next steps. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as declarations of interest and delegations for review at the session start. Specific project locations include Flesherton Arena, Stothart Hall

What To Watch

  • Which agenda items move forward to formal recommendations.

  • Whether staff proposals trigger additional public consultation or revisions.

  • Follow-up actions, timelines, and any deferred items.

Read full agenda archive page: https://helpos.ca/agendas/grey-county/committee/2026-10-15

Transcript will be published here: https://helpos.ca/transcripts/grey-county/committee/2026-10-15

Share accessibility feedback with Grey County: https://www.grey.ca/government/accessibility

Original Agenda Package Links

Official meeting page: https://pub-grey.escribemeetings.com/MeetingsCalendarView.aspx/Meeting?Id=c0430f8d-907d-4d98-ba24-a504ab6c0a3c