The total number of closures as of Jan. 31 is 2,398, which is 32 percent of the goal year. Commissioners were updated on the successful transition of former Pathways consumers back to RSC counselors caseloads. On March 16, the commissioners met for informal discussions with representatives of the Statewide Independent Living Council to gain better understanding and communication between the two organizations. On that same day, commissioners attended a reception with members of the Statewide Consumer Advisory Council. Commissioner Fred Alberini RSC s Leadership Development program is allowing staff who want to be supervisors to hone their skills in this area.
Work continues on compilation of the statewide vocational rehabilitation counselor survey results.
Despite this situation, the bureau is on target with production goals. In May, BDD Assistant Director Anne Bisdorf will receive an Associate Commissioner Citation for work excellence. BDD will also receive a national award its first for its contribution to the Social Security disability program. 92.4 days for Social Security Disability Insurance claims. An update on the federal funding issues problem was presented.