Here’s your chance to help make the Sault more accessible

Do you have something to say about accessibility in the Sault?

The City of Sault Ste. Marie is offering members of the public the chance to influence its decisions when it comes to accessibility of transit, recreation and culture.

Feedback is being sought on everything from the location of rest stops and benches along the Hub Trail to the need, location and design for on-street accessible parking.

The public consultation takes place Oct. 30 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the John Rhodes Community Centre.

Find more details in the following release from the city:

The City of Sault Ste. Marie Transit, the Accessibility Centre and the Recreation and Culture Division are hosting a public consultation event to engage the community on accessibility matters.

The session takes place Wednesday, Oct. 30, from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Accessibility Centre in the John Rhodes Community Centre.

Styled as a "come and go" for accessibility, disability, and barrier-related feedback, residents can voice their opinions, provide feedback, and contribute to improving our City's accessibility.

American Sign Language provided at the event:  American Sign Language Interpreter (ASL interpreter) will be available in person at the event, and alternate formats will be made available upon request.

Transit seeks community input: The Transit department seeks input regarding its Accessibility Plan, design criteria for bus stops and shelters, and the necessity, location, and design of on-street accessible parking. Copies of Transit's Accessibility Plan and accessibility policies will be available, along with information on Parabus services.

Enhancing accessibility: The Accessibility department will consult on the Corporation’s Accessibility Plan and Draft Accessible Customer Service Policy Statement. Copies of these documents will be available for review. Staff will gather insights into any customer service barriers encountered by the community.

Recreation and culture updates: The Recreation and Culture Division will have copies of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan available and will seek information regarding accessible playground equipment, the location of adult change tables, and the location of rest stops and benches along the Hub Trail. Residents can influence the City's future of recreational facilities and cultural offerings.

Help shape the future of the City's public services related to accessible transportation, accessibility, and accessible recreational opportunities. For more information, please contact Diane Morrell, Accessibility Coordinator, at 705-541-7310.