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Board for Developmental Disabilities
The Board for Developmental Disabilities is a 9 to 15-member citizen advisory board who provides input on services and supports for people with developmental disabilities and delays, and their families. The role of the Board is defined in Revised Code of Washington 71A.14.020, County Developmental Disabilities Boards - Composition-Expenses. Board members include self-advocates, family members, professionals and interested citizens. Members share an interest in improving services and quality of life for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).
Board meetings and events
The Board for Developmental Disabilities hosts hybrid meetings and in-person events. Subscribe to the Board's email list to receive reminders and materials at: GovDelivery Board for Developmental Disabilities.
Meeting materials for older meetings may be available upon request; please contact Michaelle Monday at michaelle.monday@kingcounty.gov.
The King County Board for Developmental Disabilities bylaws are available for download.
Additional materials for board meetings and events
January
No Board meeting or event
February
No Board meeting or event
March 25
April
May
Details are coming soon.
September
Details are coming soon.
October
Details are coming soon.
November
Details are coming soon.
December
Details are coming soon.
January
No Board meeting or event
February 7
Hybrid Board meeting
March 25
Board Event: Caregiver Supports- Life After High School
April
No Board meeting or event
May
Hybrid Board meeting
September
Board Event: Details coming soon
October
No Board meeting or event
November
Hybrid Board meeting
December
Board Event: Details coming soon
Current Board Members
Beth Bardeen, Council District 4, Term expires 9/30/2026
Ms. Bardeen has a desire to be a communication bridge in bringing her unique perspective to the Board to help change policies and improve services for people with developmental disabilities. Contact: DevDis7@kingcounty.gov
Devony Boyle, Council District 2, Term expires 9/30/2025
Ms. Boyle will share her wealth of experience as a leadership coach to identify areas for improvement of services and supports for people with developmental disabilities and their families.
Joe Cunningham, Council District 1, Term expires 9/30/2023
Mr. Cunningham has extensive professional and volunteer experience advocating for the needs of people with disabilities. Joe has been a member of several boards and commissions focusing on meeting the needs of children and families. He will bring a wealth of knowledge about the developmental disabilities field to the board. Contact: DevDis10@kingcounty.gov
Laura Musso Escude, Council District 1, Term expires 9/30/2027
Ms. Escude is an Acoustical, Air Noise and Energy Engineer who advocates for her daughter and has benefited from family support services to navigate developmental disabilities resources and services. She wants to give back to the Hispanic community through outreach and advocacy for change. Contact: DevDis4@kingcounty.gov
Brandon Graham, Council District 6, Term expires 9/30/2025
Mr. Graham is very familiar with challenges and has a desire to bring his unique perspective to the Board to help change policies and improve services for people with disabilities. Contact: DevDis3kingcounty.gov
Amanda Knott, Council District 7, Term expires 9/30/2025
Ms. Knott will use her insight, experience, and compassion to do the work to help improve services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families from multiple perspectives.
Tiffany Lee, Council District 6, Term expires 9/30/2023
Ms. Lee is a Prenatal-to-Three Policy Advisor who wants to share her experiences and knowledge of early care and education with the developmental disabilities community to improve the holistic development for children and build a solid foundation for lifelong learning and wellbeing. Contact: DevDis6@kingcounty.gov
Molly McCoy, Council District 8, Term expires 9/30/2025
Ms. McCoy is a parent of a child with a disability who has extensive experience navigating resources and supports for an enhanced quality of life. She wants to connect with other families who have similar challenges in accessing services.
Radhe Morgan, Council District 4, Term expires 9/30/2026
Ms. Morgan is a certified Behavior Technician for a multiracial provider who supports teens and young adults with Autism in their transition to being independent. Their approach creates natural supports and cultivates a culture of inclusivity.
CeCe Stovall, Council District 5, Term expires 9/30/2026
Ms. Stovall understands the importance of advocating for resources on behalf of persons with developmental limitations to improve their quality of life. Contact: DevDis13@kingcounty.gov
Interested in joining our board? Complete and submit an application.
Interpretation and Accessibility Services
Developmental Disabilities and Early Childhood Supports team (206-263-0853): When you call, say your language in English, such as “Spanish” then say “Interpreter” in English. We will place you on hold while we connect with an interpreter.
King County’s 211 Crisis Connections provides comprehensive information on health and human services in King County, from rent and housing assistance to adult disability supports. Immediate language interpretation is available in more than 155 languages. Call 2-1-1 or 800-621-4636 Mon-Fri, 8am-6pm
Washington Relay 711: A person with a hearing loss or speech disability with specialized telecommunication equipment or a person using a standard phone may initiate a call through Washington Relay. Dial 711 to connect with a Communication Assistant, who will dial the requested number and relay the conversation between the two callers. Learn more about All Washington Relay Services and Spanish Relay.