§ 26-11-205 — Area agency on aging advisory council

(1) Each area agency on
aging, designated pursuant to section 26-11-203, shall designate an advisory
council consisting of a representative body of laypersons and service providers who
represent the interests of older persons within the planning and service area. The
advisory council shall:

(a) Serve to advise the area agency on aging;

(b) Actively seek advice from community organizations on aging, senior
advocacy organizations, and other persons or entities interested in the needs and
problems of older persons;

(c) Act as an advocate for and represent the issues and concerns of older
persons; and

(d) Take an active role in the development, planning, and implementation of
the area plan.

Legislative History

Source: L. 85: Entire part added, p. 978, � 3, effective May 29. L. 2022: IP(1) amended, (HB 22-1035), ch. 38, p. 206, � 9, effective March 24.