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.
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Meeting Agendas and Minutes.
Members
The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board has 9 members:
Kathy Kershner County Council member
Kathleen Harrigan Educator
Jeffrey Hart Higher Education
Ken Larson Community member
Aaron Perzigian Higher Education
Megen Porter Parent/Community Member
Russ Sapienza Advocate
Arrissia Owen Turner Advocate
1 Vacant position
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
