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Columbus City Council proclaims March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
Summary
Council adopted Resolution 0041x-2025 recognizing March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month after local self-advocates and Franklin County Board of DD leaders described advocacy and program needs.
Columbus City Council at its meeting adopted Resolution 0041x-2025 to designate March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, following remarks from local self-advocates and Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities officials.
Council member Shannon Green introduced the resolution and invited community leaders to speak about services, advocacy and outreach for people with developmental disabilities. Green said the month’s theme—"creating pathways to independence"—highlights access to employment, consistent support services and inclusive community connections.
Self-advocate Christine Brown, a member of the city’s Consumer Advisory Council on disability issues,…
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