The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Council of Douglas County was formed in 1996 and is guided by Douglas County's Long Range Plan to Include Adults with Developmental Disabilities. This Plan is directed to develop services and supports that will focus on the varied needs of adults with developmental disabilities. In doing so the Council shall:
- Plan for services that are workable, flexible, sustainable, accountable, can be funded, and are considerate of the needs of all.
- Recognize the ability of each individual to contribute to his/her fullest capability.
- Concentrate on the following areas of concern: Life In Common, Housing, Transportation, Employment, Recreation/Leisure, and Health.
- Help guide the Commissioners as they direct funds from the Mill Levy. (A Mill Levy was approved by voters in 2001. Douglas County Commissioners decided that approximately 94.5% of the funds would go to our County's Community Centered Board, Developmental Pathways, and that 5.5% would be retained for a local grant program. This 5.5% would fund projects that were innovative and collaborative, assisting County residents with developmental disabilities. Since 2002, more than $900,000 has been awarded for local programs.)
