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Commission approves annual services agreement with Developmental Services in Northwest Kansas
Summary
The commission approved the county's 2026 services agreement with Developmental Services in Northwest Kansas (DSNWK/DSMWK) after Jerry Michaud presented the organization's role under the Developmental Disability Reform Act; the motion passed by voice vote.
Jerry Michaud, representing Developmental Services in Northwest Kansas, asked the commission to approve the organization's annual services agreement and noted the work stems from the Developmental Disability Reform Act that assigned regional organizations to serve as service coordinators since 1996. "This agreement is similar to prior year agreements," Michaud said, framing the relationship as statutory and routine.
Commissioner (speaker 4) moved to approve the 2026 services agreement; Commissioner (speaker 2) seconded and the commission approved the motion by voice vote. Commissioners thanked the organization for the work it provides to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Ellis County and the surrounding region.
Next steps: Finance and legal will process the standard agreement and execute signatures so services can continue under the 2026 contract.
