The Council is an agency within the executive branch, but functions
independently within its statutory authority to serve the long-term
public interest. The Council is responsible for establishing the policy
framework through which the agency carries out its statutory responsibilities.
Specifically, the Council shall:
(1) exercise the authority provided by law to adopt
policies and rules governing Council activities;
(2) develop and implement policies that clearly separate
the policymaking authority of the Council and the management responsibilities
of the executive director and staff of the Council;
(3) approve the state plan and amendments;
(4) serve as an advocate for state and federal legislation,
appropriations and policies on behalf of individuals with developmental
disabilities as authorized by federal law;
(5) oversee operations of the Council for integrity,
effectiveness, and efficiency;
(6) approve personnel policies that provide for the
selection, supervision, and evaluation of the executive director and
staff;
(7) ensure projects and activities comply with all
applicable federal and state requirements; and
(8) carry out other responsibilities as provided by
Council policies.
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