The council recommends methods to improve the state's service delivery system and develops standards for funding or licensing of facilities, day programs and other specialized services. An annual report sent to the commission of administration, the governor and the General Assembly communicates activities of the council. Membership of the board consists of the attorney general, the commissioner of administration and four members appointed by the governor with the advice and consent of the Senate, who are officers or employees of those public entities participating in the fund.
Members appointed by the governor serve four-year terms.
Members of the board serve without compensation.