Notice of Public Forums

The West Virginia Statewide Independent Living Council, in cooperation with the West Virginia Division of Rehabilitation Services, is conducting public meetings to receive comments regarding the State Plan for Independent Living for 2014-2017.

April 18, 2013, Thursday, 4:00- 6:00 p.m.
Mountain Lion Transit Authority
420 Dupont Road (Intersection of Dupont Road and Route 119), Morgantown, WV

May 2, 2013, Thursday, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
WV Division of Rehabilitation Services
10 McJunkin Road, Nitro WV

The meetings are open and accessible to the public. Requests for a sign language interpreter, materials in alternate formats, or other needed accommodations for participation in the meetings must be received one week prior to the meeting. Written or oral comments on the plan may be offered at the meetings. Written comments should include the commenter’s name, mailing address, organizational affiliation (if relevant), and telephone number. Comments submitted by mail should be addressed: Public Meeting Comments, WVSILC, PO Box 625, Institute, WV 25112-0625 or e-mailed to Kathi Young.

Written comments must be submitted by May 17, 2013.

Copies of the draft State Plan are available upon request. Requests for the plan, for assistance preparing written comments, or for accommodations for participating in the meetings should be directed to: WVSILC, PO Box 625, Institute, WV 25112-0625 or call 1-855-855-9743.

For more information or assistance, send e-mail to Kathi Young or call her at 1-855-855-9743