That the correspondence by the Town of Essex Accessibility Advisory Committee's, Vice Chair Lisa Wallace, asking Council to consider proclaiming National AccessAbililty Week in the Town of Essex, be received and supported; and
That Council proclaims the week of May 27- June 4, 2022 as National AccessAbility Week in the Town of Essex by adopting the following resolution:
Whereas, National AccessAbility Week (NAAW) takes place every year starting on the last Sunday in May. It is a time when
accessibility and inclusion is promoted across communities and workplaces and a time to celebrate the contributions of Canadians with disabilities. It is also an opportunity to recognize the efforts of Canadians who are actively removing barriers and ensuring persons with disabilities have an equal chance to participate in all aspects of Canadian society;
And Whereas, the increased social and economic inclusion of persons with disabilities has positive economic and social benefits, for persons with disabilities, for business, the economy, and society in general;
And Whereas, when persons with disabilities can access meaningful employment, resources and services, Canada's economy grows. Businesses have the chance to welcome more customers, service satisfaction improves and workplaces reflect Canada's diversity;
And Whereas, by bringing Canadians together to recognize the valuable contributions of persons with disabilities, we are strengthening the collaborative effort needed to create a country that is fully accessible and inclusive;
Therefore, I Mayor Richard Meloche, do hereby designate the week of May 27 to June 4, 2022 as National AccessAbililty Week (NAAW) in the Town of Essex.