Dakota County is accepting applications for a new advisory council supporting people with disabilities.
The Disability Advisory Council will work to make improvements in the community that welcome people with disabilities in all aspects of living and working in Dakota County.
Council members will:
Use their own experiences to provide technical expertise on disability issues.
Serve as a sounding board for issues and policy ideas impacting people with disabilities.
Seek advice from the public in county decision-making that affects people with disabilities.
Reflect the diverse interests of county service clients and residents.
Dakota County is seeking people with diverse perspectives, identities and experiences to join the 25-member council. It will include people representing the following categories:
People with disabilities and self-advocates (eight spots)
Family members or guardians (five spots)
Representatives from organizations supporting people with disabilities (four spots)
People representing local businesses (four spots)
Education representatives (three spots)
A housing representative (one spot)
Meetings will be monthly with in-person and virtual options. Additional meetings for subcommittees or other activities are possible.
Applications are being accepted through March 15, 2024. Terms will be two years.
