Community Action Award
Clackamas County is proud to recognize county organizations and individuals that are making a significant contribution to the community by helping those who are struggling to meet their basic needs improve their life circumstances. The Community Action Board, comprised of residents appointed by the Board of County Commissioners to help further the mission of Community Action, is sponsoring these awards.
For more information, call 503-655-8794 or email jmuchgrund@clackamas.us.
Community Action Board (CAB)
The Community Action Board is an advisory group that advises Clackamas County Social Services Division on their Community Action Agency programs for low-income persons. Members are appointed by the Clackamas County Board of County Commissioners. The group advocates both locally and at the state level on issues related to low-income individuals and households.
Meetings are the first Wednesday of each month, 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Public Services Building, 2051 Kaen Road, Oregon City, room 255.
For information or to get involved, call Amy Kelsey at 503-650-5643 or email her at akelsey@clackamas.us.
Aging Services Advisory Council (ASAC)
The Aging Services Advisory Council is an advisory group that meets monthly to advise Clackamas County Social Services Division on their programs and services for seniors and persons with disabilities. Members are appointed by the Clackamas County Board of County Commissioners. The group advocates both locally and at the state level on issues related to aging. The Advisory Council has a number of sub committees devoted to specific issues such as Transportation, and Nutrition.
Meetings are the second Monday of each month, 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Development Services Building, 150 Beavercreek Road, Oregon City, room 115.
For information or to get involved, call Amy Kelsey at 503-650-5643 or email her at akelsey@clackamas.us.
Veterans Advisory Council (VAC)
The Clackamas County Veterans Advisory Council advises the Clackamas County Board of Commissioners and the Department of Health, Housing and Human Services on all matters relating to the provision of services to veterans, their families and dependents, ensuring that the needs of veterans, their families and dependents are recognized and addressed in a timely manner. Veterans Advisory Council also makes recommendations regarding current issues affecting veterans, their families and dependents.
Developmental Disabilities Advisory Council
The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Council is comprised of recipients of service, advocates, and professionals in the field, provider representatives and lay residents. Members are residents of the county or have work interests or a family member eligible for services in the county. The Council advises the Director of Health Housing and Human Services, Director of Social Services and the DD Program Manager in planning and reviewing programs and recommending policy for developmental disabilities program areas.
The council meets 4 times per year. All are welcome at the meetings.
Desired skills include an ability to be a part of public process, a capacity to problem-solve and to work constructively within a group setting.
For information or to get involved, call Amy Butler at 503-650-5745 or email her at abutler@clackmas.us
