Hearing Assistive Device Options for Installation at City Facilities
Motion
That Council approve the implementation of the following pilot project subject to funding: Installation of a hearing loop at the front counter at two City facilities, and an adaptive soundfield system in the Service and Resource Centre Boardroom; and, Direct Staff to return to a Finance and Audit Committee Meeting to determine funding options for the pilot project.
Sources
Agenda itemCity agenda, whole meeting
Staff reportPage 1
Purpose
To provide the Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusiveness (ACAI) options for different technology solutions to assist hearing impaired individuals at City facilities.
Staff recommendation
That the Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusiveness recommend that Council approve the implementation of the following pilot project subject to funding: Installation of a hearing loop at the front counter at two City facilities, and an adaptive soundfield system in the SARC Boardroom; and, Direct Staff to return to a Finance and Audit Committee Meeting to determine funding options for the pilot project.