Statewide Independent Living Council Member Composition

The Statewide Independent Living Council is to be composed of –

• At least one director of a Center for Independent Living chosen by the directors of Centers for Independent Living within the state;
• Representatives from the Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation and the Kentucky Office for the Blind (ex-officio members)
• Representatives from other state agencies that provide services for individuals with disabilities.

Additional members may include—

• Other representatives from centers for independent living;
• Parents and guardians of individuals with disabilities;
• Advocates of and for individuals with disabilities;
• Representatives from private businesses;
• Representatives from organizations that provide services for individuals with disabilities; and 
• Other appropriate individuals

The Statewide Independent Living Council shall be composed of members—

(1) Who provide statewide representation;
(2) Who represent a broad range of individuals with disabilities from diverse backgrounds;
(3) Who are knowledgeable about centers for independent living and independent living services; and
(4) A majority of whom are –

(a) Individuals with disabilities as described in section 7(20)(B); and
(b) Not employed by a state agency or center for independent living.