Encourages and coordinates the development of needed services of good quality to prevent duplication, fragmentation of services and unnecessary expenditures. I n accordance with the Lanterman Act, the Area 2 Board consists of one member appointed by each County Board of Supervisors and five members appointed by the Governor, making a total of 14 members. Representation is composed of persons with developmental disabilities or the parents or legal guardians of such persons, and representatives of the general public. The Governor and the Board of Supervisors shall appoint persons who have demonstrated interest and leadership in human services. In order to prevent potential conflicts of interest, no member of the Board shall be employed as providers of service to persons with developmental disabilities or be members of the governing board of any entity providing such service, when such service is funded in whole or in part with state funds.
Members serve for three-year terms.
All board members serve without compensation, but are reimbursed for some of the expense incurred in the performance of their duties. The public is welcome to attend meetings which are rotated throughout the area. Committee members are appointed by the Chairperson and may include other Area Board members. In addition, the Board employs a small professional support staff. All rights reserved.