Meetings & Agendas

Join the I AM webinar on Monday, November 16, 2026 from 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM (EST) via Zoom. Individual & Community Liaison Samantha McGinley will present the Maryland Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) program and mission, demonstrate how to apply for services, review eligibility criteria, and discuss key services supporting individuals in finding and maintaining employment.

MARYLAND SILC Public Engagement Agenda for Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM (EDT) via Zoom. Led by Executive Director Lorna-Mae Silcott. Business & Updates: Fall Festival, New Website Launch (marylandsilc.org), Needs Assessment & Listening Session follow-up, HILA Training follow-up, Council Training Tracker, SPIL Writing Group, and SILC Congress (March 15–18 in San Diego).

Maryland SILC Public Engagement Committee next scheduled monthly meeting on Thursday, December 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM (EDT).

Maryland SILC Executive Committee Meeting Agenda for Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 12:30 PM (EST). Led by Executive Director Lorna-Mae Silcott. Business items: 2026 Disability Community Needs Assessment Survey & Listening Sessions follow-up, SPIL writing group, Voting - Executive Council (Banking Information, Council Seat, Vote for Chair & Treasurer, Committee chairs discussion), Non-Profit follow-up, and HILA survey follow-up.

Maryland SILC Executive Committee next scheduled monthly meeting on Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at 12:30 PM (EST) (Tentative).

Maryland SILC: Legislative Committee Meeting — Date: Monday, November 2, 2026 | Time: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. EST | Location: Zoom Virtual Meeting. Agenda items: Call to Order & Opening Business, Legislative Bill Tracker walk-through and updates, Public Policy 2026 review and discussion, Strategy for securing upcoming guest speakers, Action Items, and Adjournment. Next Meeting: December 7, 2026.

Maryland SILC Legislative Committee regular monthly meeting scheduled for Monday, December 7, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. EST via Zoom Virtual Meeting.

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (Maryland SILC) Amended Outcomes Committee Meeting Agenda — Date: October 19, 2026 | Time: 10:00 a.m. | Location: Zoom (Meeting Link sent via Email). Agenda items: Welcome & Introductions, Review of Minutes, Outcomes: Roles & Responsibilities, Needs Assessment Timeline: Listening Session & Fall Festival (Follow-Up), CIL’s Outcomes Reports, SPIL Development, New Business, and Public Comment.

Maryland SILC Outcomes Committee regular monthly meeting scheduled for Monday, November 16, 2026 – Time: 10:00 a.m. (EST).

Community Voice Matters: Virtual Listening Session on Affordable Housing (Monday, October 19, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM EDT). Share your thoughts, experiences, and opinions on affordable housing issues impacting individuals with disabilities across Maryland. Registration is required.

Community Voice Matters: Virtual Listening Session on Employment (Tuesday, October 20, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM EDT). Share your thoughts, experiences, and opinions on employment issues impacting individuals with disabilities across Maryland. Registration is required.

Community Voice Matters: Virtual Listening Session on Transportation (Wednesday, October 21, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM EDT). Share your thoughts, experiences, and opinions on transportation issues impacting individuals with disabilities across Maryland. Registration is required.

Community Voice Matters: Virtual Listening Session on Healthcare (Thursday, October 22, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM EDT). Share your thoughts, experiences, and opinions on healthcare issues impacting individuals with disabilities across Maryland. Registration is required.

Maryland SILC Infrastructure Committee regular monthly meeting. The committee will convene on Monday, November 16, 2026, at 12:30 PM (EST).

Maryland SILC Executive Committee Meeting Agenda for Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 12:30 PM (EDT). Led by Executive Director Lorna-Mae Silcott. Agenda items: Needs Assessment Survey Update, Upcoming Virtual Listening Sessions (Oct 19–22, 6–7 PM), SPIL challenges and upcoming modifications, Non-Profit follow-up, HILA session (Oct 28), and Committee chairs needed.

BALTIMORE CITY OFFICE OF EQUITY AND CIVIL RIGHTS AND THE MAYOR'S COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES PRESENTS FALL FESTIVAL AND RESOURCE FAIR Features & Activities Free Entry Mini Horse Kids Craft Lounge Adaptive Adult Activities Photo Booth Community Resources And More! Date and Time Saturday, October 3, 2026 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM Location The League for People with Disabilities 1111 E. Coldspring Lane Baltimore, MD 21239 Accommodations To request accommodations, please contact: civilrights@baltimorecity.g

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Full Council Committee Meeting Agenda for Thursday, September 24th, 2026 | 11:00 AM (EDT). Featuring guest speaker Tyler Wilcox of the State of Wisconsin SILC discussing the SPIL and council duties, Council Hold-Over status, SPIL updates (Listening Sessions, Fall Festival, Needs Assessment), Expense Reporting with Treasurer Cynthia Brown, NCIL debrief, and partner reports from CIL, SRC, DORS, and MDOD.

YOUR VOICE. YOUR COMMUNITY. YOUR FUTURE. The Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (Maryland SILC) Wants to Hear From YOU! How are independent living resources, services, and accessibility impacting your daily life? Whether you are an individual with a disability, a family member, an advocate, or a service provider, your lived experience matters. Date: Monday, September 21, 2026 Time: 7:00 PM EDT Location/Registration Link: https://uso2web.zoom.us/meeting/register/upVlitQYSbi-8fTdb8tqLg#

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (Maryland SILC) Infrastructure Committee Meeting Agenda Location: Zoom – Meeting Link sent via Email Date: September 21, 2026 Time: 12:30 p.m. I. Opening Call to Order Welcome and Introductions II. Discussion Items Infrastructure: Roles and Responsibilities Amending Bylaws - Include information regarding Hold Over VI. Adjournment Closing Remarks Next Meeting: October 19, 2026- Time: 12:30 p.m.

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (Maryland SILC) Outcomes Committee Meeting Agenda Location: Zoom - Meeting Link sent via Email Date: September 21, 2026 Time: 11:00 a.m. I. Welcome & Introductions Call to Order Roll Call: Identification of members and acknowledgement of guests. II. Review of Minutes Review and formal acceptance (or modification) of the minutes from the previous meeting. III. Current Business Outcomes: Roles & Responsibilities Needs Assessment Timeline: Listening Ses

Maryland SILC: Legislative Committee Meeting Date: Monday, September 14, 2026 Time: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. EST Location: Zoom Virtual Meeting 1. Call to Order & Opening Business Welcome & Introductions: Opening remarks by Council Executive Director Roll Call: Confirmation of committee members in attendance Guest & Partner Introductions: Recognition of attending Independent Living (IL) partners 2. Committee Business Discussion & confirmation of recurring meeting schedule (day and time) Proposal f

Maryland SILC Executive Committee Meeting Agenda Date: September 8, 2026 Time: 12:30 PM Chair: Melissa Blubaugh I. Call to Order Led by Melissa Blubaugh, Chair II. Welcome and Introductions Member introductions and visual descriptions III. Business Items (Lorna-Mae Silcott, Executive Director) 2026 Disability Community Needs Assessment Survey Update Survey progress update (Data collection period: May 18 – October 31, 2026) Upcoming virtual Listening Sessions: August 26 at 2:00 PM (Debrief) Septe

Maryland SILC: Legislative Committee Meeting Date: Monday, September 14, 2026 Time: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. EST Location: Zoom Virtual Meeting Call to Order & Opening Business Welcome & Introductions: Opening remarks by Council Executive Director Roll Call: Confirmation of committee members in attendance Guest & Partner Introductions: Recognition of attending Independent Living (IL) partners Committee Business Discussion & confirmation of recurring meeting schedule (day and time) Proposal for bi-

MARYLAND SILC Public Engagement Agenda Date: Thursday, September 3, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM (EDT) Location: Maryland / Virtual 1. Call to Order Welcome & Introductions: Lorna-Mae Silcott, Executive Director Approval: Current Agenda and Previous Meeting Minutes 2. MSILC Business & Updates Council Recruitment: Discussion on the importance of member recruitment and current vacancies. Non-Profit Status – Follow Up. Outreach & Engagement: Identification of upcoming community events for MSILC participation

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (MSILC) Infrastructure Committee Meeting Agenda Location: Zoom – Meeting Link sent via Email Date: August 17, 2026 Time: 12:30 p.m. I. Opening Call to Order Welcome and Introductions II. Discussion Items Amending Bylaws - Include information regarding Hold Over VI. Adjournment Closing Remarks Next Meeting: September 21, 2026

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (MSILC) Outcomes Committee Meeting Agenda Location: Zoom - Meeting Link sent via Email Date: August 17, 2026 Time: 11:00 a.m. I. Welcome & Introductions Call to Order Roll Call: Identification of members and acknowledgement of guests. II. Review of Minutes Review and formal acceptance (or modification) of the minutes from the previous meeting. III. Current Business Federal Indicators & Assurances: Review of the Compliance Chart and a status update on

Maryland SILC Executive Committee Meeting Agenda Date: August 11, 2026 Time: 12:30 PM Chair: Melissa Blubaugh I. Call to Order Led by Melissa Blubaugh, Chair II. Welcome and Introductions Member introductions and visual descriptions III. Approval of Agenda and Minutes Action Item: Vote to approve today’s agenda Action Item: Vote to approve the minutes from the previous meeting IV. Business Items State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) 2026 Disability Community Needs Assessment Survey Update Sta

Maryland SILC Executive Committee Meeting Agenda Date: July 14, 2026 Time: 12:30 PM Chair: Melissa Blubaugh I. Call to Order Led by Lorna-Mae Silcott II. Welcome and Introductions Brief introductions and descriptions of each member. III. Approval of Agenda and Minutes Action Item: Vote to approve the current agenda. Action Item: Vote to approve the minutes from the previous meeting. IV. Business Items State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) Needs Assessment Survey- (Listening sessions and Town

🗓️ Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Full Council Committee Meeting Agenda Date and Time: Thursday, June 25th, 2026 | 11:00 AM (EDT) Welcome and General Business Call to Order – Council Chair, Melissa Blubaugh Welcome and Introductions Rollcall Conducted by Secretary, Janice Jackson Approval of Agenda and Minutes Conducted by Council Chair Melissa Blubaugh Recording and Transcript of Meeting Minutes Council Member Recruitment Review copy of Recruitment Sheet Council Membershi

🗓️ Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Full Council Committee Meeting Agenda Date and Time: Thursday, June 25th, 2026 | 11:00 AM (EDT) 1. Welcome and General Business Call to Order – Council Chair, Melissa Blubaugh Welcome and Introductions 2. Rollcall Conducted by Secretary, Janice Jackson 3. Approval of Agenda and Minutes Conducted by Council Chair Melissa Blubaugh Recording and Transcript of Meeting Minutes 4. Council Member Recruitment Review copy of Recruitment Sheet Counc

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (MSILC) Infrastructure Committee Meeting Agenda Location: Zoom Date: June 15, 2026 Time: 12:30 p.m. I. Opening Call to Order Welcome and Introductions II. Discussion Items Employee Handbook Review: Section-by-section evaluation of current updates and compliance. Operations/Policy Manual Review: Review of organizational internal controls and standard operating procedures. VI. Adjournment Closing Remarks Next Meeting: August 17, 2026

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (MSILC) Outcomes Committee Meeting Agenda Location: Zoom Date: June 15, 2026 Time: 11:00 a.m. I. Welcome & Introductions Call to Order Roll Call: Identification of members and acknowledgement of guests. II. Review of Minutes Review and formal acceptance (or modification) of the minutes from the previous meeting. III. Current Business Federal Indicators & Assurances: Review of the Compliance Chart and a status update on work to date. Needs Assessment

Maryland SILC Executive Committee Meeting Agenda Date: May 12, 2026 Time: 12:30 PM Chair: Melissa Blubaugh I. Call to Order Led by Lorna-Mae Silcott II. Welcome and Introductions Brief introductions and descriptions of each member. III. Approval of Agenda and Minutes Action Item: Vote to approve the current agenda. Action Item: Vote to approve the minutes from the previous meeting. IV. Business Items State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) Needs Assessment Survey- (Listening sessions and Town H

MARYLAND SILC Public Engagement Agenda Date: Thursday, May 7, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM (EDT) Location: Maryland / Virtual Call to Order Welcome & Introductions: Lorna-Mae Silcott, Executive Director Approval: Current Agenda and Previous Meeting Minutes MSILC Business & Updates Council Recruitment: Discussion on the importance of member recruitment and current vacancies. Legislative Update: Review of the April 28, 2026, Bill Signing and the transition to 501(c)(3) nonprofit status. IL Day Proclamation:

MARYLAND SILC Public Engagement Agenda Date: Thursday, May 7, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM (EDT) Location: Maryland / Virtual 1. Call to Order Welcome & Introductions: Lorna-Mae Silcott, Executive Director Approval: Current Agenda and Previous Meeting Minutes 2. MSILC Business & Updates Council Recruitment: Discussion on the importance of member recruitment and current vacancies. Legislative Update: Review of the April 28, 2026, Bill Signing and the transition to 501(c)(3) nonprofit status. IL Day Proclam

The Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) invites you to a vital session in our \"I AM\" series focusing on safety, resilience, and maintaining independence during emergencies. Being prepared can make all the difference—especially for individuals with access and functional needs and those who support them. This afternoon, we are partnering with the Anne Arundel County Office of Emergency Management to provide practical, inclusive strategies for emergency readiness. Event Details T

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (MSILC) Infrastructure Committee Meeting Agenda Date and Time: April 20, 2026, 12:30 p.m. Location: Zoom Opening Call to Order Welcome and Introductions Discussion Items Employee Handbook Review: Section-by-section evaluation of current updates and compliance. Operations/Policy Manual Review: Review of organizational internal controls and standard operating procedures. III. Committee Business Old Business: Follow-up on outstanding items from previous

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (MSILC) Outcomes Committee Meeting Agenda Date: April 20, 2026 Time: 11:00 a.m. Location: Zoom I. Welcome & Introductions Call to Order Roll Call: Identification of members and guests. II. Standing Business Approval of Agenda Review of Minutes: Formal acceptance or modification of the minutes from the previous meeting. III. Old Business Federal Indicators & Assurances: Review of the Compliance Chart and a status update on current progress. 2028–2030

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (MSILC) Infrastructure Committee Meeting Agenda Date and Time: April 20, 2026, 12:30 p.m. Location: Zoom I. Opening Call to Order Welcome and Introductions II. Discussion Items Employee Handbook Review: Section-by-section evaluation of current updates and compliance. Operations/Policy Manual Review: Review of organizational internal controls and standard operating procedures. III. Committee Business Old Business: Follow-up on outstanding items from p

🗓️ MSILC Public Engagement Agenda Date: Thursday, April 2, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM (EDT) Location: Maryland / Virtual Call to Order Welcome & Introductions: Lorna-Mae Silcott, Executive Director Approval: Current Agenda and Previous Meeting Minutes MSILC Business & Updates Communication: Courage to Use Your Power * Strategic Planning: General updates and progress IL Table Talk: Updates on the Independent Living Table Talk series Statewide Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) Needs Assessment: First se

🗓️ MSILC Public Engagement Agenda Date: Thursday, April 2, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM (EDT) Location: Maryland / Virtual 1. Call to Order Welcome & Introductions: Lorna-Mae Silcott, Executive Director Approval: Current Agenda and Previous Meeting Minutes 2. MSILC Business & Updates Communication: Courage to Use Your Power * Strategic Planning: General updates and progress IL Table Talk: Updates on the Independent Living Table Talk series 3. Statewide Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) Needs Assessment:

🗓️ Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Full Council Committee Meeting Agenda Date and Time: Thursday, March 26th, 2026 | 11:00 AM (EDT) 1. Welcome and General Business Call to Order – Council Chair, Melissa Blubaugh Welcome and Introductions 2. Rollcall Conducted by Secretary, Janice Jackson 3. Approval of Agenda and Minutes Conducted by Council Chair Melissa Blubaugh Recording and Transcript of Meeting Minutes 4. CUP Campaign CUP Campaign launch video review 5. Quarterly Expen

🗓️ Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Full Council Committee Meeting Agenda Date and Time: Thursday, March 26th, 2026 | 11:00 AM (EDT) 1. Welcome and General Business Call to Order – Council Chair, Melissa Blubaugh Welcome and Introductions 2. Rollcall Conducted by Secretary, Janice Jackson 3. Approval of Agenda and Minutes Conducted by Council Chair Melissa Blubaugh Recording and Transcript of Meeting Minutes 4. CUP Campaign CUP Campaign launch video review 5. Quarterly Expen

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (MSILC) Infrastructure Committee Meeting Agenda Date: March 16, 2026 12:30pm Location: Zoom I. Opening Call to Order Welcome and Introductions II. Discussion Items Employee Handbook Review: Section-by-section evaluation of current updates and compliance. Operations/Policy Manual Review: Review of organizational internal controls and standard operating procedures. III. Committee Business Old Business: Follow-up on outstanding items from previous sessi

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (MSILC) Outcomes Committee Meeting Agenda Location: Zoom Date: March 16, 2026 Time: 11:00 a.m. I. Welcome & Introductions Call to Order Roll Call: Identification of members and acknowledgement of guests. II. Review of Minutes Review and formal acceptance (or modification) of the minutes from the previous meeting. III. Old Business Federal Indicators & Assurances: Review of the Compliance Chart and a status update on work to date. Needs Assessment Tim

Maryland SILC Executive Committee Meeting Agenda Date: March 10, 2026 Time: 12:30 PM Chair: Melissa Blubaugh I. Call to Order Led by Lorna-Mae Silcott II. Welcome and Introductions Brief introductions and descriptions of each member. III. Approval of Agenda and Minutes Action Item: Vote to approve the current agenda. Action Item: Vote to approve the minutes from the previous meeting. IV. Business Items State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) Process for amending the current SPIL. Preparation fo

Maryland SILC IL Network Committee Meeting Agenda Date: February 11, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM 1. Call to Order Welcomes and Introductions Roll Call: SILC Council & CIL Staff Approval of Agenda and Minutes 2. Guest Presentation Speaker: Karl Cooper, Executive Director of The American Association of Health and Disabilities Topic: [Topic Title/Focus] Q&A: Questions and Comments from the floor 3. SILC Business Partnership & Governance: Maryland SILC-IL Network Partnership, House Rules, and moving forward.

Maryland SILC Executive Committee Meeting Agenda Date: February 10, 2026 Time: 12:30 PM Chair: Lorna-Mae Silcott I. Call to Order Led by Lorna-Mae Silcott II. Welcome and Introductions Brief introductions and descriptions of each member. III. Approval of Agenda and Minutes Action Item: Vote to approve the current agenda. Action Item: Vote to approve the minutes from the previous meeting. IV. Business Items A. State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) Process for amending the current SPIL. Prepara

I AM Session 4: Understanding How the OBBB Act of 2025 Will Affect Medicaid February 9 from 2:00–3:30 pm via Zoom Medicaid matters. What does the so-called “Big Beautiful Bill” mean for Medicaid and people with disabilities? Join us for a timely I AM session that breaks down upcoming changes, what to watch for, and practical steps to help protect your benefits, all in plain language. This session will be led by Jessica Podesva, Director of Advocacy and Public Policy at the National Council on In

🗓️ Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Public Engagement Agenda Date: Thursday, February 5, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM (EDT) Call to Order Welcome & Introductions: Lorna-Mae Silcott, Executive Director Approval: Current Agenda and Previous Meeting Minutes SILC Business & Updates Communications: Website & Social Media (Follow-up: Facebook Page Accessibility) Quarterly Newsletter (General updates) Internal Operations: Membership (Follow-up: Recruiting of new members) Policies & Procedure

🗓️ Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Public Engagement Agenda Date: Thursday, February 5, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM (EDT) 1. Call to Order Welcome & Introductions: Lorna-Mae Silcott, Executive Director Approval: Current Agenda and Previous Meeting Minutes 2. SILC Business & Updates Communications: Website & Social Media (Follow-up: Facebook Page Accessibility) Quarterly Newsletter (General updates) Internal Operations: Membership (Follow-up: Recruiting of new members) Policies & Pro

Maryland SILC Executive Committee Meeting Agenda Date: January 13, 2026 Time: 12:30 PM Chair: Lorna-Mae Silcott I. Call to Order Led by Lorna-Mae Silcott II. Welcome and Introductions Brief introductions and descriptions of each member. III. Approval of Agenda and Minutes Action Item: Vote to approve the current agenda. Action Item: Vote to approve the minutes from the previous meeting. IV. Business Items A. State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) Process for amending the current SPIL. Preparat

🗓️ Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Full Council Committee Meeting Agenda Date and Time: Thursday, December 18th, 2025 | 11:00 AM (EDT) Welcome and General Business Call to Order – Council Chair, Melissa Blubaugh Welcome and Introductions Rollcall Conducted by Secretary, Janice Jackson Approval of Agenda and Minutes Conducted by Council Chair Melissa Blubaugh Recording and Transcript of Meeting Minutes Voting for Secretary, Janice Jackson Conducted by Council Chair Melissa B

🗓️ Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Full Council Committee Meeting Agenda Date and Time: Thursday, December 18th, 2025 | 11:00 AM (EDT) 1. Welcome and General Business Call to Order – Council Chair, Melissa Blubaugh Welcome and Introductions 2. Rollcall Conducted by Secretary, Janice Jackson 3. Approval of Agenda and Minutes Conducted by Council Chair Melissa Blubaugh Recording and Transcript of Meeting Minutes 4. Voting for Secretary, Janice Jackson Conducted by Council Cha

oin the Maryland Work Incentives Network (WIN) for an informative session titled “Social Security Made Simple: Quick Tips & Smart Strategies.” This workshop is designed to provide attendees with easy-to-follow tips and actionable strategies for applying for, reporting changes to, and appealing decisions regarding their Social Security benefits (SSI and SSDI). The session will also discuss how national policy changes could affect benefits and will cover the critical role and importance of Benefit

🗓️ Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Infrastructure Committee Meeting Agenda Date and Time: Monday, December 15th, 2025 | 12:30PM (EDT) Welcome and General Business Call to Order Welcome and Introductions Approval of the Agenda and Previous Meeting Minutes Business Indicators & Assurances Policies & Procedures Bylaws Revision Operations Manual Adjournment Next Meeting Date: Monday, March 16 th , 2026 - 12:30PM (EDT)

🗓️ Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Outcomes Committee Date and Time: Monday, December 15, 2025, | 11:00AM (EDT) Welcome and General Business Call to Order Welcome and Introductions Approval of the Agenda and Previous Meeting Minutes Council Business SPIL (Statewide Independent Living Plan) Adjournment Next Meeting Date: Monday, March 16 th , 2026 – 11:00 AM (EDT)

🗓️ Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Executive Committee Meeting Agenda Date and Time: Tuesday, December 9, 2025 | 12:30 PM (EDT) Welcome and General Business Call to Order, Conducted by Lorna-Mae Silcott Welcome and Introductions Brief Introduction of each member Approval of the Agenda and Previous Meeting Minutes SILC Business Welcome new Executive Director’s Assistant, Jacklyn Carter PPR CUP Campaign Strategic Plan/Needs Assessment with Dawn Rudolph APRIL Conference SILC C

🗓️ Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Outcomes Committee Date and Time: Monday, December 15, 2025, | 11:00AM (EDT) 1. Welcome and General Business Call to Order Welcome and Introductions Approval of the Agenda and Previous Meeting Minutes 2. Council Business SPIL (Statewide Independent Living Plan) 3. Adjournment Next Meeting Date: Monday, March 16 th , 2026 – 11:00 AM (EDT)

🗓️ Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Infrastructure Committee Meeting Agenda Date and Time: Monday, December 15th, 2025 | 12:30PM (EDT) 1. Welcome and General Business Call to Order Welcome and Introductions Approval of the Agenda and Previous Meeting Minutes 2. Business Indicators & Assurances Policies & Procedures Bylaws Revision Operations Manual 6. Adjournment Next Meeting Date: Monday, March 16 th , 2026 - 12:30PM (EDT)

🗓️ Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Public Engagement Agenda Date and Time: Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 6:00 PM (EDT) 1. Welcome and General Business Call to Order Welcome and Introductions Approval of the Agenda and Previous Meeting Minutes 2. SILC Business Welcome and Introduction of New Members Adama Bangura Costello Wilson Steven Hoehn Christopher Jones Photos and Biographies (Bio) Shirt Sizes and Name Badge Orders Upcoming Orientation Maryland SILC Committee Calendar R

🗓️ Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Executive Committee Meeting Agenda Date and Time: Tuesday, December 9, 2025 | 12:30 PM (EDT) 1. Welcome and General Business Call to Order, Conducted by Lorna-Mae Silcott Welcome and Introductions Brief Introduction of each member Approval of the Agenda and Previous Meeting Minutes 2. SILC Business Welcome new Executive Director’s Assistant, Jacklyn Carter PPR CUP Campaign Strategic Plan/Needs Assessment with Dawn Rudolph APRIL Conference

🗓️ Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Public Engagement Agenda Date and Time: Thursday, December 4, 2025, | 6:00 PM (EDT) 1. Welcome and Introductions Call to Order Welcome & Introductions by Executive Director, Lorna-Mae Silcott Introduction of new Executive Director’s Assistant, Jacklyn Carter Approval of the Agenda and Previous Meeting Minutes 2. SILC Business Website & Social Media Follow-up on Facebook Page Accessibility Quarterly Newsletter Follow-up Membership Follow-up

Public Engagement scheduled for 2025-12-01 at 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Membership Committee scheduled for 2025-11-11 at 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.

Meeting Agenda for November 11, 2025: 🗓️ Maryland SILC Executive Committee Meeting Agenda Date: November 11, 2025 Time: 12:30 PM I. Opening Items Call to Order (Led by Lorna-Mae Silcott) Welcome and Introductions (Brief introductions and descriptions of each member) Approval of Agenda and Minutes (Vote to approve the current agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting) II. Strategic Planning Session with External Consultant Special Presentation and Session: Instead of the usual committee a

Meeting Agenda for November 11, 2025: 🗓️ Maryland SILC Executive Committee Meeting Agenda Date: November 11, 2025 Time: 12:30 PM Opening Items Call to Order (Led by Lorna-Mae Silcott) Welcome and Introductions (Brief introductions and descriptions of each member) Approval of Agenda and Minutes (Vote to approve the current agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting) Strategic Planning Session with External Consultant Special Presentation and Session: Instead of the usual committee agenda,

🗓️ Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Public Engagement Agenda Date and Time: Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 6:00 PM (EDT) Welcome and General Business Call to Order Welcome and Introductions Approval of the Agenda and Previous Meeting Minutes SILC Business Welcome and Introduction of New Members Adama Bangura Costello Wilson Steven Hoehn Christopher Jones Photos and Biographies (Bio) Shirt Sizes and Name Badge Orders Upcoming Orientation Maryland SILC Committee Calendar Review

The Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council and the Maryland Centers for Independent Living are presenting the return of the “I AM Sessions”. This collaboration aims to empower, educate, and uplift people with disabilities by giving the community resources, knowledge, and confidence to use their voices for change. The series includes six sessions that will take place on the third Monday of each month at 2:00 p.m.. Session Topics and Details The first session is on Monday, October 20th, and

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (Maryland SILC) Infrastructure Committee Meeting Agenda October 20, 2025 Call to Order Welcome/Introductions Procurement Policy Review Operations/Policy Manual Review Old Business New Business Adjournment Next meeting Monday, Nov 17, 2025 at 12:30 p.m. Please mark your calendars!!

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (Maryland SILC) Infrastructure Committee Meeting Agenda October 20, 2025 Call to Order Welcome/Introductions Procurement Policy Review Operations/Policy Manual Review Old Business New Business Adjournment Next meeting Monday, Nov 17, 2025 at 12:30 p.m. Please mark your calendars!!

Maryland SILC Executive Committee Meeting Agenda October 14, 2025 Time: 12:30 PM Agenda Call to Order Led by Lorna-Mae Silcott Welcome and Introductions Brief introductions and descriptions of each member. Approval of Agenda and Minutes Vote to approve the current agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. Business Items A. SPIL: Amending the SPIL and what that looks like Emergency Preparedness (Delta Group) B. Training: Keri Grey Other staff training requests (CPR, Trauma) C. Director Assist

Maryland SILC Executive Committee Meeting Agenda October 14, 2025 Time: 12:30 PM Agenda Call to Order Led by Lorna-Mae Silcott Welcome and Introductions Brief introductions and descriptions of each member. Approval of Agenda and Minutes Vote to approve the current agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. Business Items A. SPIL: Amending the SPIL and what that looks like Emergency Preparedness (Delta Group) B. Training: Keri Grey Other staff training requests (CPR, Trauma) C. Director Assist

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Public Engagement Agenda Date and Time: Thursday, October 2, 2025 | 6:00 PM (EDT) Welcome and Introductions Call to Order Welcome and Introductions Approval of the Agenda and Meeting Minutes SILC Business Website and Social Media: Follow-up on the website and Facebook page. Quarterly Newsletter Membership: Follow-up on new members. Policies and Procedures: Follow-up on the Maryland SILC\'s policies and procedures. Technical Assistance Training

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Public Engagement Agenda Date and Time: Thursday, October 2, 2025 | 6:00 PM (EDT) 1. Welcome and Introductions Call to Order Welcome and Introductions Approval of the Agenda and Meeting Minutes 2. SILC Business Website and Social Media: Follow-up on the website and Facebook page. Quarterly Newsletter Membership: Follow-up on new members. Policies and Procedures: Follow-up on the Maryland SILC's policies and procedures. Technical Assistance Tra

maryland_silc_fall_festival Below is the text from the document: MAYOR'S COMMISSION ON DISABILITIES OF BALTIMORE CITY OFFICE OF EQUITY AND CIVIL RIGHTS Fall Festival + Resource Fair Save the Date Saturday, October 25, 2025 1pm-4pm at The League, 1111 E. Coldspring Lane Questions? Need accommodations? contact jumel.howard@baltimorecity.gov Featuring: miniature horse community resources photo booth adaptive adult activities art and crafts indoor/outdoor kids activities FREE

Maryland SILC Full Council Meeting Agenda Date: September 25, 2025 Time: 11:00 AM 1. Call to Order & Welcome Lorna-Mae Silcott, Executive Director 2. Roll Call Janice Jackson, Secretary 3. Approval of Agenda & Meeting Minutes Lorna-Mae Silcott 4. Membership: Welcome Mr. Christopher Jones 5. Vote on new Chair (Melissa Blubaugh) and Vice-Chair (English Harper) Cynthia Brown, Treasurer 6.Treasurer’s Report Lorna-Mae Silcott 7. Executive Director’s Report Updates & Announcements Memorandum of Agreem

Infrastructure Committee Meeting scheduled for 2025-09-15 at 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

Outcomes Meeting scheduled for 2025-09-15 at 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Executive Committee Meeting scheduled for 2025-09-09 at 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.

Public Engagement Meeting scheduled for 2025-09-04 at 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Public Engagement Agenda Thursday, September 4, 2025 | 6:00 PM (EDT) 1. Welcome and Introductions Call to Order Welcome and Introductions Approval of the Agenda and Meeting Minutes 2. SILC Business Website and Social Media: Follow-up on the website and Facebook page. Quarterly Newsletter Membership: Follow-up on new members. Policies and Procedures: Follow-up on the Maryland SILC's policies and procedures. Technical Assistance Training: Follow

IL Network Committee Meeting Agenda Date: August 13, 2025 Time: 1:00 PM 1. Call to Order Welcomes and Introductions Attendees (SILC Council & CIL Staff) Approval of Agenda and Minutes Brief Introduction of all attendees 2. Presentation Danielle Greg Director of the Training Academy at the Center for Child and Family Traumatic Stress at Kennedy Krieger Institute Questions & Comments 3. SILC Business Maryland SILC- IL network Partnership- House Rules and moving forward Legislative Committee Co-Cha

Executive Committee Meeting scheduled for 2025-08-12 at 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Public Engagement Agenda Thursday, August 7, 2025 6:00 PM (EDT) Call to Order Welcome and Introductions Approval of Agenda and Meeting Minutes SILC Business Website and Facebook page update Quarterly Newsletter Membership: New member follow-up National Council for Independent Living (NCIL) Updates NCIL Conference: Attendance by five Centers SILC Sponsorship of registration and hotel costs National Federation for the Blind (NFB) follow-up \"Cou

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Public Engagement Agenda Thursday, August 7, 2025 6:00 PM (EDT) Call to Order Welcome and Introductions Approval of Agenda and Meeting Minutes SILC Business Website and Facebook page update Quarterly Newsletter Membership: New member follow-up National Council for Independent Living (NCIL) Updates NCIL Conference: Attendance by five Centers SILC Sponsorship of registration and hotel costs National Federation for the Blind (NFB) follow-up "Cour

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (Maryland SILC) Infrastructure Committee Meeting Agenda July 7, 2025 Call to Order Welcome/Introductions Brochure Old Business New Business Adjournment Next meeting Monday, August 18, 2025 at 12:30 p.m. Please mark your calendars!!

Outcomes Meeting scheduled for 2025-07-07 at 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Call to Order Welcome/Introductions Brochure Old Business New Business Adjournment Next meeting Monday, August 18, 2025 at 12:30 p.m. Please mark your calendars!!

Below is a full list of Upcoming Maryland SILC Meetings. Please note these are also on our calendar which is located at: Maryland SILC Calendar June 2025 June 26, Thursday: Full Council Meeting at 11:00 AM July 2025 July 7, Monday: Outcomes and Infrastructure Committee Meeting Outcomes: 11:00 AM Infrastructure: 12:30 PM July 8, Tuesday: Public Engagement Meeting - CANCELLED August 2025 August 7, Thursday: Public Engagement Committee Meeting at 6:00 PM August 12, Tuesday: Executive Committee Meet

OR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Baltimore , MD – June 24, 2025 – The Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (Maryland SILC) announced today that a portion of its upcoming meeting on June 26, 2025, will be closed to the public. This closed session is necessary for the Council to receive legal advice regarding its compliance with the Maryland Public Information Act (PIA). Maryland law permits public bodies to close a portion of a meeting for the purpose of consulting with legal counsel to obtain legal

Maryland SILC Full Council Meeting Agenda June 26, 2025 1. Call to Order & Welcome Melissa Blubaugh, Chair 2. Roll Call Janice Jackson, Secretary 3. Approval of Agenda & Meeting Minutes Melissa Blubaugh, Chair 4. Voting on the Budget 5. Executive Director's Report Lorna-Mae Silcott, Executive Director Membership Updates: Seeking potential council members (two individuals currently interested). Welcome to new CIL Rep: Ms. Teara Winmond from the Image Center. Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) & Fundin

Outcomes Meeting scheduled for 2025-06-16 at 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.

Addendum to Outcomes Agenda June 16, 2025: Budget update does not suggest federal cuts! The detailed budget document for the President's Fiscal Year 2026 proposal for the new Administration for Children, Families and Communities (the new name for ACF once ACL is subsumed) is finally out. $ for SILC and CILs is on approx p 237 1. It confirms that all of the aging and disability programs are going to ACFC and not being spread across all of the agencies. (This is a really important win and a result

Committee Meeting Date Change Please be advised that the Full Council Committee Meeting originally scheduled for Thursday, June 19, 2025 , has been rescheduled. Due to the upcoming holiday, the meeting will now be held the following week on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

Announcement: Full Council Committee Meeting - June 26, 2025 Please be advised that the upcoming Full Council Committee Meeting on Thursday, June 26, 2025 , will include a closed Public Information Session . During this closed session, our attorney will provide a discussion regarding the Public Information Act . This portion of the meeting will not be open to the public to ensure the confidentiality required for legal discussions. The open session of the Full Council Committee Meeting will proce

Date: Thursday, June 5, 2025 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Zoom Call to Order Welcome and Introductions Approval of Agenda and Minutes SILC Business Website and Facebook Page Update Quarterly Newsletter Membership: Strategies for Improving Engagement During Full Council Meetings (Discussion) SILC Retreat: Follow-up Survey Update PULLL Summit: Power of Us to Learn, Lead, and Live Follow-up and Review Attendees Panel Speaker Space Activities Surveys State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) SPIL: Require

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (Maryland SILC) Executive Committee Meeting Agenda Date: May 13, 2025 Time: 12:30 PM Meeting Called to Order: (Melissa Blubaugh) 1. Welcome and Introductions: Brief introduction/description of each member 2. Voting on the Agenda/Minutes: 3. Now On to Business: Maryland SILC Retreat: April 3-6, 2025 - Follow Up: Expenses SILC Congress (Orlando, Florida, March 10-13) - Follow Up: Final Expenses Discussion: SILC IL Day in Annapolis: February 20, 2025 -

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (Maryland SILC) PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT AGENDA Date: Thursday , May 1, 2025 Location: Zoom Time: 6:00 p.m. Call to Order Welcome and Introductions Approval of Agenda and Minutes SILC Business Website, Newsletter, and Social Media: Welcome Ms. Tinisha Randal, Manager. Website Feedback (Open Discussion) Newsletter: Introduction of "Inspirational Corner" (Website and Newsletter) Membership: Strategies for Improving Engagement During Full Council Meetings (Dis

Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (Maryland SILC) Executive Committee Meeting Agenda April 8, 2025 Meeting Called to Order: (Lorna-Mae Silcott) Welcome and Introductions: Brief introduction/description of each member Voting Matters: Approval of the Agenda Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes Business Items: Website and Newsletter: [Details to be discussed] Independent Living (IL) Summit: [Details to be discussed] Trainings: Center for Independent Living (CIL) Staff Training [Details

Florence Price's Symphony No. 3 was commissioned by the Works Progress Administration's Federal Music Project during the height of the Great Depression. It was first performed at the Detroit Institute of Arts on November 6, 1940, by the Detroit Civic Orchestra under the conductor Valter Poole. The composition is Price's third symphony, following her Symphony in E minor—the first symphony by a black woman to be performed by a major American orchestra—and her lost Symphony No. 2.

Teleconference Date: 2-10-2025 GREETINGS AND INTRODUCTIONS ACCEPTANCE OR MODIFICATION OF MINUTES III. OLD BUSINESS: Chart of Compliance with Federal Indicators and Assurances – work to date Future Use of More Accessible Chart (briefly Lorna Mae) Next Steps- Adding SPIL Outcomes and Marla’s training to chart-future work NEW BUSINESS Potential Impact of Funding Decreases on Outcomes Legislative Education Day PUBLIC COMMENT ADJOURN NEXT MEETING MARCH 17, 2025