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Jun 3, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Virginia Board for People with Disabilities Quarterly Board Meeting Minutes
The board meeting included updates on executive committee activities, agency fiscal reports, and the approval of the SFY 2027 operational budget. Key discussions involved the FFY 2027-2028 work plan, the presentation of assessment findings and recommendations regarding waiver waitlists and family caregiver support, and the selection of new officers. The board also addressed committee reports from the Advocacy, Outreach, and Training (AOT), Investment (IC), and Policy Advisory (PAC) committees, which included the approval of various grants, scholarship funding requests, no-cost extensions, and future assessment topics. Additionally, the board recognized outgoing members and held a retirement tribute for the outgoing executive director.
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The meeting involves multiple committee sessions including the Executive Committee, Full Board, Advocacy, Outreach and Training Committee, Investment Committee, and Policy Advisory Committee. Key discussion topics include the SFY 2027 Board operational budget, the onboarding of a new Executive Director, the nomination and election of officers, and a review of work plans and activities for FFYs 2027-2028. Committee reports cover grant awards, self-advocate scholarship funding requests, no-cost extensions for projects, and the development of 2027 assessment topics for policy activities.
Mar 4, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Executive Committee Agenda
The Executive Committee meeting agenda included a review of the agenda itself, an update from the Executive Director, review of the Agency Fiscal Report, and an update on the new Board Meeting Venue and Dates. A significant item was the recruitment process for the new Executive Director. The committee also planned for their respective committee agendas.
Dec 3, 2025·BoardMeeting
Board
Virginia Board For People With Disabilities Meeting Minutes
The Board convened, discussing and unanimously approving electronic participation for six members due to personal circumstances. Key activities included the Executive Director's update on the agency move to a new office location, special initiatives, and welcoming new administrative and communications staff. The fiscal report confirmed the agency is operating under the 2025 federal award, awaiting the 2026 award due to a federal shutdown. The Board reviewed and approved the Electronic Meeting and Participation Policy annually, in anticipation of the next all-virtual Board meeting in March 2026. Discussions addressed the federal budget, continuing resolution status, and potential impacts on local services. Committee chairs provided updates on ongoing work. The main Board session focused on reviewing and approving the release of the Draft State Plan goals and objectives for a 45-Day public comment period, including an amendment to a Health Goal objective. A presentation on the Freedom of Information Act rules for meetings was provided. The Investment Committee recommended approval for the renewal of a grant from the Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS) and approved funding of $200,000 to Virginia Commonwealth University for a dental care project. The Policy Advisory Committee received a presentation on the Individual and Family Support Program (IFSP) and the Community of Practice for Supporting Families. Committee discussions also addressed future topics such as mental health/self-care resources.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
