This document records the proceedings of the Developmental Disabilities Planning Council meeting held on January 23, 1985, in Olympia, Washington. The minutes capture Council membership attendance, staff and guest participation, and formal actions taken through motions and votes. Key decisions included approving prior meeting minutes, directing staff to communicate with Washington’s congressional delegation on Medicaid-related amendments, and referring budget additions back to the Executive Committee for further review.

The meeting also reflects the Council’s active role in policy and budget advocacy during the 1985 legislative session. Discussions addressed special education funding, Medicaid policy, employment supports, residential services, and concerns about proposed state budget reductions affecting people with developmental disabilities. Committee updates and reports highlight the Council’s ongoing focus on system oversight, interagency coordination, and ensuring that state policies aligned with the needs and rights of people with developmental disabilities and their families.