From the Kansas Register, Vol. 30, No. 28 July 14, 2011
The Statewide Independent Living Council of Kansas(SILCK), in association with the Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services, is seeking public input on the development of its next three-year State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL). Public hearings are scheduled from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 10, and from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, August 11, at the Topeka Capitol Plaza Hotel, 1717 S.W. Topeka Blvd., Topeka.
Suggested topics for discussion can include objectives to be achieved under the SPIL, outreach to unserved and underserved populations and minority groups, extent and scope of independent living services, and the maintenance and growth of a statewide network of centers for independent living. The hearing is open to the public and will be held in an accessible location. Materials will be available in alternate formats. For further information, contact SILCK at (785) 234-6990 (Voice and TTY) or (800)217-4525 (toll free). Persons unable to attend the hearings may submit written comments before September 15 to SILCK, 700 S.W. Jackson, Suite 212, Topeka, 66603, fax to (785) 234-6651, or e-mail to shanoz@aol.com.
SILCK is a consumer-controlled nonprofit that supports Centers for Independent Living in Kansas; examines programs and policies to determine what changes, modifications and innovations may be necessary to remove barriers faced by people with disabilities; and makes recommendations for such changes so that independent living and economic self sufficiency is possible for all Kansans.
Robert Siedlecki
Secretary of Social and Rehabilitation Services