MINUTES – PUBLIC – SENIORS COMMISSION (SC) – 1st meeting 2025 – January 30, 2025 – 9:01 a.m. to 11:48 a.m.
⭐ Notable items (4)
A citizen raised concerns regarding the accessibility of waste collection bins for seniors with reduced mobility, specifically regarding bin weight and location. The commission advised the citizen to contact the city's 311 service to request specific accommodations or guidance on waste management tools.
The commission reported an 89% completion rate for its 2024 work plan objectives. Key focus areas for 2025 include the 'Age-Friendly Municipality' initiative, social participation of seniors, and information dissemination.
City staff presented the 'Building Safer Communities Fund,' which aims to prevent youth violence. Members discussed the importance of integrating seniors into these intergenerational safety initiatives to ensure the entire community benefits from improved security.
A representative from the SAAQ (Quebec's automobile insurance board) discussed road safety for seniors. The presentation clarified that age alone is not a reason for license revocation and provided information on medical assessments and resources for seniors regarding driving cessation and pedestrian safety.
The meeting was called to order in a hybrid format. Two new members were welcomed to the Seniors Commission: Karine Parker from the Office d’habitation de l’Outaouais and Anne Desforges from the Société Alzheimer Outaouais.
The commission formally adopted the meeting agenda as presented.
No conflicts of interest were declared by members regarding the items on the agenda.
The minutes from the previous meeting were reviewed and filed; no further follow-up actions were required.
A citizen raised concerns regarding the accessibility of waste collection bins for seniors with reduced mobility, specifically regarding bin weight and location. The commission advised the citizen to contact the city's 311 service to request specific accommodations or guidance on waste management tools.
The commission reported an 89% completion rate for its 2024 work plan objectives. Key focus areas for 2025 include the 'Age-Friendly Municipality' initiative, social participation of seniors, and information dissemination.
The commission reviewed the provisional schedule for 2025, noting that the May 30th session will be held as an inter-commission meeting to discuss policy revisions and accessibility programs.
City staff presented the 'Building Safer Communities Fund,' which aims to prevent youth violence. Members discussed the importance of integrating seniors into these intergenerational safety initiatives to ensure the entire community benefits from improved security.
Members shared updates from various organizations, including the Alzheimer Society of the Outaouais, the FADOQ, and the Gatineau Seniors Table, highlighting upcoming events and ongoing advocacy for senior accessibility and information access.
A representative from the SAAQ (Quebec's automobile insurance board) discussed road safety for seniors. The presentation clarified that age alone is not a reason for license revocation and provided information on medical assessments and resources for seniors regarding driving cessation and pedestrian safety.
The meeting was formally adjourned at 11:48 a.m.