Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 50, December 14, 2024
Section 35.31 - Responsibilities of the Area Agency(a) In order to assist the Advisory Council to fulfill its responsibilities, the Area Agency shall do the following: (1) Establish an Area Agency Advisory Council in conformity with regulations issued by the Administration on Aging and with the provisions of this chapter.(2) Afford the Advisory Council ready access to all documents or summaries thereof pertaining to the substance and scope of the area plan and contract.(3) Facilitate the provision of appropriate training and technical assistance-whether provided by the Area Agency, the Department, or by others-to Advisory Council members.(4) Provide the Advisory Council with staff support and assistance.(5) Provide the Advisory Council, at least quarterly, with documents or summaries thereof detailing the progress achieved to date by the Area Agency toward the accomplishment of the objectives set forth in the Area Plan, in sufficient detail to enable the Advisory Council to carry out its responsibilities. Examples of documents or summaries thereof which may be provided are referenced in § 35.22(a)(6) (relating to advisory council responsibility to provide informed and regular counsel).(6) In cooperation with the Advisory Council, develop and make public Advisory Council bylaws in accordance with the provisions of § 35.21(a) and (b) (relating to advisory council organization responsibilities).(b) The Area Agency Director or his designee shall attend all meetings of the Advisory Council and shall serve as a resource person.