What's Being Discussed

The Hawaii State Council on Developmental Disabilities (DD Council) Executive Committee is holding its quarterly meeting on July 6, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. Main topics include:

• A report from the Council Chairperson, Sierra Whiteside, on current priorities and activities
• An update from Executive Administrator Daintry Bartoldus covering the Council's budget and recent activities
• Updates from four standing committees:
  • Community Supports and Transition
  • Public Awareness, Education and Training
  • Transportation, Housing and Employment
  • Health and Children and Youth
• A review of public notices that may affect people with developmental disabilities
• General announcements

Decisions Expected

• Approval of the April 6, 2026 meeting minutes — a vote to formally accept the record of the previous meeting
• Any action items arising from committee reports or new business

Who Should Pay Attention

• Individuals with developmental disabilities and their families or caregivers in Hawaii
• Advocates and service providers working in disability support, housing, transportation, or health
• Anyone interested in how state policy and funding decisions affect people with developmental disabilities

The public may attend in person at 1010 Richards Street, Room 111B, Honolulu, or join via Zoom (Meeting ID: 808 586 8166, Passcode: DDC). Written or oral testimony is welcome. To request accessibility accommodations, contact (808) 586-8100 or email hiscdd@doh.hawaii.gov.