State and local agencies, associations, groups, individuals that regularly attend meetings and support activities. Meetings of the Collaborating Partners will occur a minimum of 3 times a year with additional meetings occurring based on activities and interest of the group. Membership is voluntary and open to any interested Partner willing to make the commitment. Partners act as a linkage between their own agency, association, or community and the Collaborating Partners Group. The Collaborating Partners generally act as a large group by consensus.
Action is generally informational sharing different models, methods, and resources.