Pursuant to Revised Code of Washington (RCW) 71.20.40,Kitsap County established the Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board. The Board's Mission is to promote choice, opportunity, and support for people with disabilities in an enhanced community where all people are included, respected and dignified.

Board responsibilities include reviewing all service plans, applications for funding, and expenditure budgets. The Board makes recommendations regarding developmental disabilities services funded through Kitsap County and provides community education on developmental disabilities.

The Board consists of no fewer than nine (9) and no more than twelve (12) members of the community from varying geographic regions in Kitsap County. It is representative of parents, business, schools, professionals and others with interest in developmental disabilities.