Developmental Disabilities Council, Vermont

Establishing Statute: Executive Order No. 05-07

Department:

Description: The Vermont Developmental Disabilities Council is a state-wide board led by people with developmental disabilities and their families. Created under the federal Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act, it is charged with conducting comprehensive review and analysis of services & supports in Vermont, and informing the Governor and other policymakers about issues impacting the lives of individuals with developmental disables. VTDDC uses its federal funding to build capacity and advocate for changes to systems so that Vermonters with developmental disabilities are at the heart of Vermont’s communities. Members play a key role in letting VTDDC know what is happening for those with developmental disabilities throughout Vermont, and in deciding how to use its funds to have the greatest impact on people's lives. VTDDC develops a State Plan every 5 years with public input that drives its work and the grants it awards. Its projects focus on public education, leadership training, and advocacy aimed at enhancing individual and family-centered supports and services, the ability of people to speak for themselves and make choices, and to exercise all the rights and protections of full community participants.

Website: www.ddc.vermont.gov

Board Members - term expires:

Patricia Czarnecki - 3/31/2009
Pamela Dow - 3/31/2010
Herbert Gingrich - 3/31/2010
Harriet Hall - 3/31/2010
Kathleen Hamilton - 3/31/2010
Robert Harvey - 3/31/2009
Jay Lafayette - 3/31/2009
Brian Lawlor - 3/31/2010
Dennis Lindberg - 3/31/2011
Lance Mead - 3/31/2011
Edward Paquin Jr - 3/31/2010
Robert Price - 3/31/2009
Susan Ryan - 3/21/2011
Jessica Sanville - 3/31/2010
Lisa Smedy - 3/31/2010
Tami Trowell - 3/31/2010