Purpose
The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board serves in an advisory capacity to the Department of Developmental Disabilities Services. The Board plans services for developmentally disabled people and coordinates those services.
Meetings
The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board's regular meetings times and location are:
- 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
- 4th Monday of every odd-numbered month
- St. Luke's Health Education Center
3333 Squalicum Parkway
Bellingham, WA 98225
Agendas & Minutes
Agendas are available prior to meeting. Minutes are available following approval.
View Meeting Agendas and Minutes.
Members
The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board currently has 8 members:
Caroline Applebee
Valerie Billmire Advocate
Gina Bring
David Charleston Advocate
Jeffrey Hart Higher Education
Kathy Kershner County Council member
Ken Larson Community member
Raegen Miller
Alysa Oradat Advocate
Megen Porter
Dana Weber
Specifications
Membership is encouraged, but not limited to, representatives from:
- Public, private, or voluntary agencies.
- Local governmental units.
- Citizens knowledgeable about developmental disabilities or interested in services to persons with developmental disabilities in the community.
Vacancies
Term Length and Limits
- 3 years
- 2 consecutive full terms
Authority