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The Substance Abuse Advisory Board reviews services, plans and budgets for publicly funded substance abuse programs in Clark County. It also makes recommendations to the Board of County Councilors on program needs and priorities.
Roles and responsibilities
- Serve in an advisory capacity to the county council and staff on alcohol and drug abuse issues.
- Provide oversight through Community Services Alcohol and Drug Program by reviewing information, reports and monitoring provided by program staff. This function allows the advisory board to review contracted services for treatment, prevention, outreach, education and recovery.
- Assist staff in developing, updating and implementing the county needs assessment and planning for alcohol and drug programs. A plan will make our services more effective, responsive and accountable to the community.
- Community and legislative advocacy for the development and promotion of positive alternatives to substance abuse or addiction to alcohol and other drugs.
Members
|
Name |
Term Expires |
|---|---|
| Elvira Ajanovic | 03/31/2016 |
| Jessica DeFrees | 03/31/2016 |
| Lisa Elsasser | 03/31/2016 |
| Shane Gardner, past chair | 03/31/2016 |
| Armando Herrera, past chair | 03/31/2016 |
| Karen Kaiser, chair | 03/31/2016 |
| Lt. Kathy McNicholas, vice chair | 03/31/2016 |
| Candis Oliver | 03/31/2016 |
| Roy Pulver, past chair | 03/31/2016 |
| Dr. Marcia Roi | 03/31/2016 |
| Donnie Rychart | 03/31/2016 |
| Philip Sheridan | 03/31/2016 |
| Joey Smith, executive design committee | 03/31/2016 |
| Michael Ware | 03/31/2016 |
Public meetings
The Substance Abuse Advisory Board meets 5-7 pm on the third Tuesday of the month at the Center for Community Health, 1601 E. Fourth Plan Blvd., Vancouver. The board does not meet in December. Additional meetings are scheduled as needed.
Join the advisory board
Individuals in recovery, members of diverse populations and residents representing geographic areas of the county are encouraged to apply. A working knowledge of or interest in issues related to alcoholism, drug addiction, substance abuse and violence prevention is recommended.
Joining the board is an opportunity to give input on policy decisions related to publicly funded alcohol and drug prevention, intervention and treatment services. Positions are voluntary, and no member may be a provider of alcoholism and other drug addiction treatment services. Interested individuals should submit a resume and cover letter to:
Board of County Councilors
Attn: Jennifer Clark
PO Box 5000, Vancouver, WA 98666-5000
- Tips on submitting your cover letter and resume
More information
If you have questions or need additional information, please contact DeDe Sieler at (360) 397-2075 ext. 7823 or Cyndi Smith at (360) 397-2075 ext. 7835.