DDC August 2025 Executive Director Update

August 6, 2025

The DDC is preparing for the October 2025 Council meeting in Port Angeles and requests input via a survey for the 2026 meeting location, while also reminding members to confirm participation by September 15, 2025.

Brandi’s update highlights the success of the Bridge Forward Conference, Senate funding wins for DD Network Partners, and the launch of Dan Thompson grants focused on recreation, transportation, and technology, open for applications until August 31, 2025. Additionally, major summer advocacy events included the national DD Symposium and the CAC’s statewide planning day, both contributing to future community efforts.

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Brandi Monts
Executive Director/ Pronouns: She, Her
Washington State Developmental Disabilities Council
Email: Brandi.Monts@ddc.wa.gov
Office phone: 360.586.3558
Cell phone: 564.999.0079
Physical address: 2600 Martin Way East, Suite F, Olympia, WA 98506
Mailing address: P.O. Box 48314, Olympia, WA 98504
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