All Maryland SILC council meetings, committee hearings, and town halls are open to the public in accordance with Open Meetings laws. CART captioning and ASL interpretation are provided upon request.
All Maryland SILC council meetings and committee sessions are open to the public with CART & ASL accommodations.
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.
Please be advised that the upcoming Legislative Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, October 5, 2026, has been canceled. Meetings will resume on their regular schedule starting Monday, November 2, 2026.
Maryland SILC Legislative Committee regular monthly meeting. Regular meeting schedule resumes starting Monday, November 2, 2026 at 9:30 AM (EST).
Public Announcement: Cancellation of October In-Person Town Halls Final Virtual Listening Session Details The Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (Maryland SILC) regrets to inform our community that our previously scheduled in-person Town Hall meetings for October 2026 have been canceled. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause to attendees, partners, and community members planning to join us in person. Gathering input from Maryland's disability community remains ou
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
NOTICE: Public Engagement Meeting Canceled Today. Date: October 1, 2026. Please be advised that today’s public engagement meeting has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience this schedule change may cause and appreciate your understanding. Next meeting: Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM (EDT).
Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) Public Engagement Committee regular monthly meeting. Regular meeting schedule resumes on Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM (EST).
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
NOTICE: Cancellation of SILC Quarterly IL Network Partnership Meeting Date: August 12, 2026 Status: Canceled Please be advised that the SILC Quarterly IL Network Partnership meeting scheduled for Wednesday, August 12, 2026 , has been canceled. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this schedule change may cause. Next Scheduled Meeting Date: Wednesday, November 11, 2026 Details: Meeting access links and agenda details will be distributed closer to the meeting date or provided upon request.
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
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Public Engagement Committee meeting scheduled for today, August 6th at 6:00 PM , has been canceled. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We appreciate your understanding and support, and we look forward to seeing everyone at our next scheduled meeting on September 3, 2026 .
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
The Public Engagement Committee meeting scheduled for July2, 2026 has been canceled. We thank our community members and partners for their ongoing support and involvement. The committee will resume its regular meeting schedule next month. Please save the date for our upcoming session: Date: Thursday, August 6, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Zoom A full agenda and participation details will be posted on the website closer to the meeting date. We look forward to your participation in August as we co
🗓️ 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
Please be advised that the Executive Committee Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 12:30 PM has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. The Executive Committee will resume its regular schedule next month, with the next meeting taking place on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 12:30 PM . Thank you for your understanding and continued engagement. For any urgent inquiries, please contact the council office.
Cancellation of the May Outcomes and Infrastructure Committee Meeting Please be advised that the Outcomes and Infrastructure Committee meeting, originally scheduled for Monday, May 18, 2026 , has been canceled. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this change may cause to your schedule. We value the time and commitment our community members and partners dedicate to our systemic advocacy and planning efforts. Important Notes: Next Meeting: Information regarding the rescheduled date or the
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
Please be advised that the Executive Committee meeting originally scheduled for tomorrow, Tuesday, April 14, 2026 , has been canceled . We apologize for any inconvenience this schedule change may cause. All agenda items intended for tomorrow will be carried over to our next session. Next Scheduled Meeting Please update your calendars for our next meeting: Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Time: 12:30 PM Location: Zoom Thank you for your flexibility and continued commitment.
🗓️ 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
Notice of Meeting Cancellation Please be advised that the Public Engagement Committee meeting originally scheduled for Thursday, March 5, 2026 , has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. We remain committed to our community dialogue and look forward to seeing everyone at our next session. Next Meeting Details Mark your calendars! Our next meeting will proceed as scheduled next month: Date: Thursday, April 2, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM Locati
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
🗓️ Meeting Cancellation Notice Attention Committee Members and Stakeholders, Please be advised that the Outcomes and Infrastructure Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, February 16, 2026, has been canceled in observance of the President’s Day holiday. Resumption Details We will return to our regular schedule next month. Please update your calendars for our next session: Next Meeting Date: Monday, March 16, 2026 Time: 11:00 A M Location/Link: Zoom Note: Any agenda items originally slated for
🗓️ 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
Please be advised that the Public Engagement Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, January 1st , has been canceled . This decision was made because the scheduled date falls on a public holiday , which also affects the Outcomes and Infrastructure Committee meeting. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Next Scheduled Meeting: We look forward to seeing all members the following month. Details regarding the February meeting will be circulated soon. Questions or Concerns: If
🗓️ 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.
Meeting Cancellation Announcement Please be advised that this month’s Outcomes Committee Meeting and Infrastructure Committee Meeting have been canceled . The Outcomes Committee Meeting , originally scheduled for this Monday at 11:00 a.m. , is canceled. The Infrastructure Committee Meeting , originally scheduled for this Monday at 12:30 p.m. , is also canceled. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this change may cause.
Meeting Cancellation Announcement Please be advised that this month’s Outcomes Committee Meeting and Infrastructure Committee Meeting have been canceled . The Outcomes Committee Meeting , originally scheduled for this Monday at 11:00 a.m. , is canceled. The Infrastructure Committee Meeting , originally scheduled for this Monday at 12:30 p.m. , is also canceled. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this change may cause.
Please be advised that the IL Legislative Committee Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. has been CANCELED. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this change may cause. We will share details regarding the rescheduling of this meeting on our website as soon as a new date and time are confirmed. Thank you for your understanding.
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
Please be advised that the IL Legislative Committee Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. has been CANCELED. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this change may cause. We will share details regarding the rescheduling of this meeting on our website as soon as a new date and time are confirmed. Thank you for your understanding.
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,
Meeting Cancellation Announcement Please be advised that this month's Outcomes Committee Meeting and Infrastructure Committee Meeting have been canceled . The Outcomes Committee Meeting , originally scheduled for this Monday at 11:00 a.m. , is canceled. The Infrastructure Committee Meeting , originally scheduled for this Monday at 12:30 p.m. , is also canceled. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this change may cause. We look forward to connecting with you next month: Date: Monday, Dec
🗓️ 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!!
Please be advised that the Outcome Committee Meeting scheduled for this Monday has been canceled. We will reconvene next month on Monday, November 17, 2025, at 11:00 AM. We apologize for any inconvenience this change may cause. Thank you for your understanding.
Please be advised that the Outcome Committee Meeting scheduled for this Monday has been canceled. We will reconvene next month on Monday, November 17, 2025, at 11:00 AM. We apologize for any inconvenience this change may cause. Thank you for your understanding.
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
Outcomes and Infrastructure Committee Meetings Please be advised that both the Outcomes Committee and Infrastructure Committee meetings are canceled for the month of September. All meetings for these committees will resume in October . We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
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.
Executive Committee Meeting Announcement Please be advised that the Executive Committee meeting scheduled for this month has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding. We look forward to seeing everyone at our next meeting.
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
Meeting Cancellation: Outcomes and Infrastructure Committee Please be advised that this month\'s Outcomes and Infrastructure Committee meeting has been canceled due to a scheduling conflict and unforeseen circumstances. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. The committee will reconvene at its regularly scheduled time next month. Thank you for your understanding.
Meeting Cancellation: Outcomes and Infrastructure Committee Please be advised that this month\'s Outcomes and Infrastructure Committee meeting has been canceled due to a scheduling conflict and unforeseen circumstances. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. The committee will reconvene at its regularly scheduled time next month. Thank you for your understanding.
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
Meeting Cancellation: Outcomes and Infrastructure Committee Please be advised that this month's Outcomes and Infrastructure Committee meeting has been canceled due to a scheduling conflict and unforeseen circumstances. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. The committee will reconvene at its regularly scheduled time next month.
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
Public Engagement Meeting (Cancelled) scheduled for 2025-07-08 at 12:00 AM.
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.
Please be advised that the Public Engagement Committee Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, July 3rd , has been cancelled . This cancellation is due to the upcoming holiday. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. We look forward to seeing you at next month’s meeting.
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
Please be advised that the Public Engagement Committee Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, July 3rd , has been cancelled . This cancellation is due to the upcoming holiday. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. We look forward to seeing you at next month's meeting.
Please note that the June 16 Outcomes Committee Meeting has been cancelled.
Outcomes Meeting scheduled for 2025-06-16 at 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Please note that this meeting has been canceleld.
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
Important Meeting Cancellation: Outcomes and Infrastructure Committees This notification serves to inform all interested parties that the meetings for both the Outcomes Committee and the Infrastructure Committee, originally planned for this month, have been canceled. This decision was made due to scheduling conflicts . Both committee meetings are now postponed until the following month. We understand this may disrupt your schedules and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience. Updated inform
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
Important Meeting Cancellation: Outcomes and Infrastructure Committees This notification serves to inform all interested parties that the meetings for both the Outcomes Committee and the Infrastructure Committee, originally planned for this month, have been canceled. This decision was made due to scheduling conflicts . Both committee meetings are now postponed until the following month. We understand this may disrupt your schedules and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience. Updated inform
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
