FISCAL YEAR 2002-2004

Elmer C. Bartels, Commissioner

Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission

David Govostes, Commissioner

Massachusetts Commission for the Blind

Mary Margaret Moore, Chair

Statewide Independent Living Council

374 Congress Street, Suite 301, Boston, MA 02210-1807

Chapter 1, Title VII of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as Amended

Section 1: Purpose of the State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL)&

1.1 Philosophy of the Programs

1.2 Participation in the Programs

Section 2: Legal Basis and State Certifications

Section 3: SPIL Development and Submittal

3.1 Frequency of Submittal

3.2 SPIL Development

3.3 Public Hearings

3.4 Opportunity for Review and Comment Under State

Review Process

Section 4: Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC)

4.1 Composition of the SILC

4.2 Placement of the SILC

4.3 Plan for Provision of Resources to the SILC

Section 5: Designation and Responsibilities of the State Unit(s) (DSU)

5.1 Designation

2. DSU Responsibilities under the SPIL

Section 6: Staff and Staff Development

6.1 Personnel Administration

6.2 Personnel Development

6.3 Affirmative Action

6.4 Nondiscrimination

Section 7: Financial Administration

7.1 General Provisions

7.2 Source of State Record Keeping Funds

7.3 Financial Ping

7.4 Access to Financial Records

7.5 Financial Reports

Section 8: State Administration of Part C Program

8.1 Funds Earmarked to Support Centers for Independent Living (CILs)

8.2 State Applies to Administer Part C Funds

8.3 State Administers Funds in Compliance with §723

8.4 Monitoring and Oversight

Section 9: Information on Use of Part B, Chapter 1 Funds

9.1 Use of §711 Funds in Support of §713 Purposes

9.2 Explanation of How §713 Activities Further Objectives in Attachment

Section 10: Outreach

Section 11: Extent and Scope of Independent Living Services

Section 12: Eligibility, Records, Independent Living Plans, and Notice of Client Assistance Program

12.1 Eligibility for Receipt of Services

12.2 Consumer Service Record

12.2 Independent Living Plans

12.3 Notice About the Client Assistance Program

Section 13: Statewide Network of CILs

13.1 Network Design

13.2 Identification of Unserved and Underserved Areas and Priorities

Section 14: Communication, Cooperation, Coordination

Section 15: Evaluation Plan

The following is a list of the attachments in the SPIL. The attachments listed are numbered to coincide with their section. It is recommended that these attachments not exceed a combined total of 40 pages in length.

Attachment 1 Goals, Missions, and Objective

Attachment 2 Plan for the Provision of Resources to the SILC Budget

Attachment 3 Evaluation Plan

Attachment 4 Policies, Practices and Procedures for Award of Grants Under Section 723

1.1 Philosophy of the Programs (Sec. 701 of the Act; 34 CFR 364.2)

The State assures that in the implementation of this plan the State will:

(a) Promote a philosophy of independent living (IL), including a philosophy of consumer control, peer support, self-help, self-determination, equal access, and individual, and system advocacy, to maximize the leadership, empowerment, independenc e, and productivity of individuals with significant disabilities, and to promote and maximize the integration and full inclusion of individuals with significant disabilities into the mainstream of American society by providing financial assistance to Stat es;

(b) Provide financial assistance for providing, expanding, or improving the provision of IL services;

(c) Provide assistance to develop and support a Statewide network of centers for independent living (CILs), operated by consumer-controlled, community-based, cross-disability, nonresidential private nonprofit agencies that are operated within lo cal communities by individuals with disabilities and that provide an array of IL services; and

(d) Advocate for improving working relationships among the various entities providing services to and for people with significant disabilities.

1.2 Participation in the Programs (Sec. 704(a)(1) of the Act; 34 CFR 364.10)

The DSU and SILC understands that no Federal funds or other benefits can be made available under Chapter 1 unless the State conforms with all applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.

1. This SPIL reflects the State's commitment to carry out an IL plan under Chapter 1 of Title VII of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (Chapter 1), and also the State's planning and implementation activities related to the plan.

 

Section 2: Legal Basis and State Certifications (Sec. 704 of the Act)

As a condition to the receipt of financial assistance under Chapter 1, the

Massachusetts Statewide Independent Living Council

(Name of Statewide Independent Living Council)

jointly with the DSU is authorized to develop and sign the SPIL. The DSU and SILC agree to administer the programs in compliance with the provisions of the Act, all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures promulgated by the Secretary, and the provisions of this SPIL.

2. The State legally may carry out each provision of the SPIL and the DSU has the authority under State law to perform the functions of the plan.
3. All provisions of the SPIL are consistent with State law.

The _Commissioner for the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission and the Commissioner for the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind

(Title of State Official) (acting on behalf of DSU)

has/have authority under State law to receive, hold, and disburse Federal funds made available under the SPIL.

4. The SPIL being submitted has been adopted or otherwise formally approved by the DSU and SILC.
5. The SPIL is the basis for State operation and administration of the Chapter 1

programs, as appropriate, and is available for public inspection.

7. The effective date of this SPIL is October 1, 2001.

__________________________________________________________________________

SIGNATURE OF SILC CHAIRPERSON DATE

Mary Margaret Moore ______________________________________________________________978-741-0077 v/tty

NAME OF SILC CHAIRPERSON PHONE NO.

_____________________________________________________________________________

SIGNATURE OF DESIGNATED STATE UNIT DIRECTOR DATE

NAME AND TITLE OF DESIGNATED STATE UNIT DIRECTOR PHONE NO.

_____________________________________________________________________________

SIGNATURE OF DESIGNATED STATE UNIT DIRECTOR DATE

David Govostes , Commissioner, Massachusetts Commission for the Blind 617-727-5550 NAME AND TITLE OF DESIGNATED STATE UNIT DIRECTOR PHONE NO.

Section 3: Plan Submittal

3.1 Frequency of Submittal (Sec. 704(a)(3) of the Act; 34 CFR 364.11, 364.20(b))

(a) This SPIL is for fiscal years 2002 - 2004. A three-year plan must be submitted every three years by July 1 of the year preceding the first fiscal year, for which the plan is submitted, (i.e., July 1, 2001).

(b) Plan amendments are submitted whenever the Secretary determines an amendment to the SPIL is essential during the effective period of the plan; or when there is a significant and relevant change that materially affects the information or the assu rances in the plan, the administration or operation of the plan, or the organization, policies, or operations of the DSU or SILC.

3.2 State Plan Development (Sec. 704(a)(2) of the Act; 34 CFR 364.20(c))

The State plan is jointly developed and signed by the director of the DSU and the chairperson of the SILC or other individual acting on behalf of and at the direction of the Council.

3.3 Public Hearings (Sections 17, 704(m)(6) of the Act; 34 CFR 364.20(g), (h))

(a) The State conducts public hearings to provide all segments of the public, including interested groups, organizations, and individuals, an opportunity to comment on the SPIL prior to its submission to RSA, and on any substantive review or revisio n of the approved SPIL. The DSU and SILC may meet the public participation requirement by holding the public hearings before a preliminary draft State plan is prepared or by providing a preliminary draft State plan for comment at the public hearings.

(b) The State establishes and maintains a written description of procedures for conducting public hearings in accordance with the following requirements:

(i) The DSU and SILC shall provide appropriate and sufficient notice of the public

hearings. Appropriate and sufficient notice means notice provided at least 30 days prior to the public meeting through various media available to the general public, such as newspapers and public service announcements, and through specific contacts wi th appropriate constituency groups and organizations identified by the DSU and SILC.

(ii) The DSU and SILC shall make reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities who rely on alternative modes of communication in the conduct of the public hearings, including providing sign language interpreters and audio-loo ps.

(iii) The DSU and SILC shall provide the notices of the public hearings, any written material provided prior to or at the public hearings, and the approved State plan in accessible formats (e.g., Braille, large print, on disk) for individual s who rely on alternative modes of communication.

(iv) At the public hearings to develop the State plan, the DSU and SILC will identify those provisions in the State plan that are State-imposed requirements. For purposes of this section, a State-imposed requirement includes any State law, regulation, rule, or policy relating to the DST’s administration or operation of IL programs under Title VII of the Act, including any rule or policy implementing any Federal law, regulation, or guideline, that is beyond what would be required to comply w ith the regulations in 34 CFR Parts 364, 365, 366, and 367.

3. The State identifies State imposed requirements resulting from the application of any State rule or policy relating to the administration or operation of the programs under

Chapter 1. Following are descriptions of the State imposed requirements included in the SPIL, if any:

_N.A.___________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________

3.4 Opportunity for Review and Comment Under State Review Process (34 CFR 76.141-142)

If the SPIL or an amendment to the plan is subject to the State review process, such materials are reviewed, and commented on, in accordance with the provisions of Executive Order 12372. Comments provided through the State review process will be trans mitted to RSA.

Section 4: Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) (Sec. 705(a) and (b) of the Act)

4.1 Composition of the SILC (Sec. 705(b) of the Act; 34 CFR 364.21(b))

4.2 Placement of the SILC (Sec. 705(a) of the Act; 34 CFR 364.21(a)(2))

The SILC is not established as an entity within any State agency, including the DSU, and is independent of the DSU and all other State agencies. Following is a brief description of the legal status and placement of the SILC:

On September 26, 1994 Governor Weld signed Executive Order 373 which created an independent Statewide Independent Living Council which exists as an entity separate from any agency.

4.3 Plan for Provision of Resources to the SILC (SILC Budget) Sec. 705(e) of the Act; 34 CFR 364.21(i))

(a) In conjunction with the DSU, the SILC will prepare a Resource Plan Attachment 2 (SILC Budget) for the provision of resources, cash or in-kind, including staff and personnel, rent, supplies, telephone expenses, travel, and other expenses(e.g., c hild care, personal assistance services, and compensation to a member of the SILC, if the member is not employed or must forfeit wages from other employment, for each day the member is engaged in performing SILC duties) that will be necessary to carry out the functions of the SILC during the term of the SPIL.

(b) The SILC will be responsible for the proper expenditure of funds and the use of resources it receives under the SILC Budget.

(c) No conditions or requirements are included in the SILC Budget that will compromise the independence of the SILC.

(d) While assisting the SILC in carrying out its duties under the SPIL, staff and other personnel assigned to the SILC under the SILC Budget will not be assigned duties by the DSU or other agency or office of the State that would create a confli ct of interest.

Attachment 2 must include a description of the SILC’s Budget for the three years covered by the SPIL, including the sources of funds, staff, supplies, and other resources made available under parts B and C of Chapter 1, Part C of Title I of the Ac t, and from State and other public and private sources, that may be necessary for the SILC to carry out its responsibilities under section 705 of the Act and the SPIL. No conditions or requirements may be included in the SILC's resource plan that may com promise the independence of the SILC. The SILC is responsible for the proper expenditure of funds and use of resources that it receives under the resource plan. The SILC shall, consistent with State law, supervise and evaluate its staff and other person nel as may

be necessary to carry out its functions. While assisting the SILC in carrying out its duties, staff and other personnel made available to the SILC by the DSU may not be assigned duties by the designated State agency or DSU, or any other agency or offi ce of the State, that would create a conflict of interest.

5.1 Designation (Sec. 704(c) of the Act; 34 CFR 364.22

The State unit(s) designated to receive, account for, and disburse funds, and provide administrative support services is (are):

Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission; Massachusetts Commission for the Blind

5.2 DSU Responsibilities under the SPIL (Sec. 704(c) of the Act; 34 CFR 364.22)

The DSU:

(a) Receives, accounts for, and disburses funds received by the State under Chapter 1 in accordance with the SPIL;

(b) Provides administrative support services for the part B State IL services (SILS) program and the part C, Chapter. 1, CIL program in a case in which the program is administered by the State under section 723 of the Act;

(c) Keeps such records and affords such access to such records as the Secretary finds to be necessary with respect to the programs; and

(d) Submits the SPIL and such additional information or provides such assurances as the Secretary may require with respect to the programs.

Section 6: Staff and Staff Development

6.1 Personnel Administration (Sec. 12(c), 704(m) of the Act; 34 CFR 364.23)

(a) The staff of service providers will include personnel who are specialists in the development and provision of IL services and in the development and support of CILs.

(b) To the maximum extent feasible, each service provider will make available personnel able to communicate --

(1) With individuals with significant disabilities who rely on alternative modes of communication, such as manual communication, nonverbal communication devices, Braille, or audio tape, and who apply for or receive IL services under the SPIL; and

(2) In the native languages of individuals with significant disabilities whose English proficiency is limited and who apply for or receive IL services under the SPIL.

6.2 Personnel Development (Sec. 12(c), 704(m) of the Act; 34 CFR 364.24)

The State assures that service providers will establish and maintain a program of staff development for all classes of positions involved in providing IL services and, if appropriate, in administering the CIL program. The staff development program wil l emphasize improving the skills of staff directly responsible for the provision of IL services, including knowledge of the IL philosophy.

6.3 Affirmative Action (Sec. 704(m)(2) of the Act; 34 CFR 364.31)

All recipients of financial assistance under Chapter 1 take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities on the same terms and conditions required with respect to the employment of individuals with disa bilities under section 503 of the Act.

6.4 Nondiscrimination (34 CFR 76.500)

No individual will, on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age, or disability be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination under this SPIL.

7.1 General Provisions (Sec. 704(m)(3) of the Act; 34 CFR 364.34)

All recipients of financial assistance under Chapter 1 will adopt such fiscal control and fund accounting procedures as may be necessary to ensure the proper disbursement of and accounting for funds paid to the State under Chapter 1.

7.2 Source of State Funds (Sections 712(b)(2) and 7(7)(C) of the Act; 34 CFR 365.12, .13 and .14, 367.11, .42)

(a) The one to nine non-Federal share of the cost of any project that receives assistance through an allotment under part B, Chapter 1 will be provided in cash or in kind, fairly evaluated, including plant, equipment, or services, consistent with 34 CFR 365.13, .14, and .15.

(b) For the purpose of determining the Federal share with respect to the State, expenditures by a political subdivision of the State will, subject to regulations prescribed by the Secretary, be regarded as expenditures by the State.

(c) The State may not condition the award of a grant, subgrant, or contract under part B, Chapter 1 or a grant, subgrant, or assistance contract under part C, Chapter 1 on the requirement that the applicant for the grant or subgrant make a cash or in-kind contribution of any particular amount or value to the State. Furthermore, an individual, entity, or organization that is a grantee or subgrantee of the State, or has a contract with the State, may not condition the award of a subgrant or subco ntract under part B, Chapter 1 or part C, Chapter 1 on the requirement that the applicant for the subgrant or subcontract make a cash or in-kind contribution of any particular amount or value to the State or to the grantee or contractor of the State.

7.3 Financial Record Keeping (Sec. 704(m)(4)(A) and (B) of the Act; 34 CFR 364.35)

All recipients of financial assistance under Chapter 1 will:

(a) Maintain records that fully disclose--

(1) the amount and disposition by each recipient of the proceeds of such financial assistance,

(2) the total cost of the project or undertaking in connection with which such financial assistance is given or used, and

(3) the amount of that portion of the cost of the project or undertaking supplied by other sources; and

(4) compliance with the requirements of Chapter 1 and 34 CFR Parts 364, 365, 366,

and 367.

(b) Maintain such other records as the Secretary determines to be appropriate to facilitate an effective audit.

7.4 Access to Financial Records (Sec. 704(m)(4 & 5) of the Act; 34 CFR 364.37)

All recipients of financial assistance under Chapter 1 will afford access to the Secretary and the Comptroller General or any of their duly authorized representatives, for the purpose of conducting audits and examinations, to all records maintained pur suant to section 7.3 of the SPIL immediately above and any other books, documents, papers, and records of the recipients that are pertinent to the financial assistance received under Chapter 1.

7.5 Financial Reports (Sec. 704(m)(4)(D) of the Act; 34 CFR 364.36)

All recipients of financial assistance under Chapter 1 will submit reports with respect to records required in section 7.3 of the SPIL, as the Secretary determines to be appropriate.

Section 8: State Administration of Part C Program

8.1 Funds Earmarked to Support CILs (Sec. 723(a) of the Act; 34 CFR 366.32)

In the second fiscal year preceding fiscal year 2000, the general operations of CILs in the State were supported by the following amounts of earmarked funds:

State Funds $2,526,837 Federal Allotment____954,181_______________

8.2 State Applies to Administer Part C Program (Sections 704(h) and 723 of the Act; 34 CFR 366.32)

The director of the DSU hereby applies to award grants or assistance contracts to eligible agencies in the State that comply with the standards and assurances set forth in section 725 of the Act. The grants are to be made from the funds allotted to th e State for the planning, conduct, administration, and evaluation of CILs under part C, Chapter 1.

8.3 State administers funds in compliance with §723 (Sec. 704(h) of the Act; 34 CFR 366.32, .35)

(a) If Section 8.2 is answered in the affirmative, the director of the DSU awards grants or assistance contracts under section 723 of the Act to any eligible agency that was awarded a grant under part C, Chapter 1 on September 30, 1993, unless t he director makes a finding that the agency involved fails to comply with the standards and assurances set forth in section 725 of the Act or the director of the DSU and the chairperson of the SILC, or other individual designated by the SILC to act on beh alf of and at the direction of the SILC, jointly agree to another order of priorities.

(b) The State assures that any assistance contracts issued to eligible agencies will not add any requirements, terms, or conditions to the assistance contract other than those that would be permitted if the assistance contract were a subgrant co nsistent with grants issued by RSA under section 722 of the Act.

(c) In administering the part C, Chapter 1 program, the State will not enter into any procurement contracts with CILs to carry out section 723 of the Act.

8.4 Monitoring and Oversight. (§§704(h), 723(g) and (h) of the Act; 34 CFR 366.38)

The State assures that periodic and on-site compliance reviews will be conducted to determine CIL compliance with section 725 of the Act as described in Attachment 3.

Section 9: Information on Use of Part B, Chapter 1 Funds

9.1 Use of §711 funds in support of §713 purposes (Sec. 713 of the Act; 34 CFR 365.1)

Section 10: Outreach (Sections 704(l) and 713(7) of the Act; 34 CFR 364.32)

The State reaches out to populations, including minority groups and urban and rural populations, that are unserved or underserved by the programs funded under Chapter 1.

Attachment 1 describes the steps that will be taken regarding outreach to populations, including minority groups and urban and rural populations that are unserved or underserved by the programs funded under Chapter 1. Attachment 1 also descr ibes populations designated for special outreach efforts and the geographic areas in which they reside (e.g., individuals with significant disabilities residing on land controlled by American Indians.)

Section 11: Extent and Scope of IL Services (Sections 7(30), 704(e) and 713(1) of the Act;

34 CFR 364.43)

(a) Attachment 1 describes all IL services to be provided under the SPIL to meet the objectives in Section 10.

(b) The State provides the following IL core services to individuals and groups of individuals with significant disabilities:

(1) Information and referral;

(2) IL skills training;

(3) Peer counseling (including cross-disability peer counseling); and

(4) Individual and systems advocacy,

(c) The IL core services may be provided directly by the DSU, or through grant or contract. While the State is required to provide these services, it may fund the services using funds from any source, e.g., part B or part C, Chapter 1, State fu nds, or other funds.

(d) In addition, the State provides the following IL services to individuals and groups of individuals with significant disabilities:

(1) ___ Counseling services, including psychological, psychotherapeutic, and related services;

(2) X Services related to securing housing or shelter, including services related to community group living, and supportive of the purposes of this Act and of the titles of this Act, and adaptive housing services (including appropr iate accommodations to and modifications of any space used to serve, or occupied by, individuals with significant disabilities); MRC and MCB Part B only

(3) X Rehabilitation technology; MRC Part B only

(4) Mobility training;

(5) Services and training for individuals with cognitive and sensory disabilities, including life skills training, and interpreter and reader services;

(6) Personal assistance services, including attendant care and the training of personnel providing such services;

(7) X Surveys, directories, and other activities to identify appropriate housing, recreation opportunities, and accessible transportation, and other support services; MRC Part B only

(8) X Consumer information programs on rehabilitation and IL services available under this Act, especially for minorities and other individuals with disabilities who have traditionally been unserved or underserved by programs unde r this Act; MCB Part B only

(9) Education and training necessary for living in the community and participating in community activities;

(10) Supported living;

(11) Transportation, including referral and assistance for such transportation;

(12) Physical rehabilitation;

(13) Therapeutic treatment;

(14) Provision of needed prostheses and other appliances and devices;

(15) Individual and group social and recreational services;

1. __ Training to develop skills specifically designed for youths who are individuals

with significant disabilities to promote self-awareness and esteem, develop

advocacy and self-empowerment skills, and explore career options;

(17) Services for children with significant disabilities;

(18) X Services under other Federal, State, or local programs designed to provide

resources, training, counseling, or other assistance of substantial benefit in enhancing the independence, productivity, and quality of life of individuals with significant disabilities;

MCB Part B only

(19) Appropriate preventive services to decrease the need of individuals with

significant disabilities assisted under this Act for similar services in the future;

(20) X Community awareness programs to enhance the understanding and integration

into society of individuals with disabilities; and MRC Part B only

(21) X Such other services as may be necessary and not inconsistent with the

provisions of this Act. MRC and MCB Part B only

MRC will provide vehicle modifications, emergency assistance funds and

ancillary aids and devices.

MCB will provide vehicle modifications, medical equipment and medical

Repair.

Section 12: Eligibility, Records, IL Plans, and Notice of Client Assistance Program

12.1 Eligibility for Receipt of Services (Sections 7(15)(B) and 703 of the Act; 34 CFR 364.51)

(a) Individuals with significant disabilities are eligible for services provided under the SPIL.

(b) To be eligible, an individual is one:

(1) Who has a significant physical, mental, cognitive, or sensory impairment;

(2) Whose ability to function independently in the family or community or whose ability to obtain, maintain, or advance in employment is substantially limited; and

(3) For whom the delivery of IL services will improve the ability to function, continue functioning, or move towards functioning independently in the family or community or to continue in employment.

12.2 Consumer Service Record (Sections 704(m)(4)(B), 725(c)(8) of the Act; 34 CFR 364.53)

A consumer service record (CSR) will be maintained for each consumer of services, other than information and referral, which will contain documentation that the consumer is eligible or ineligible for IL services, the information required for the annual performance report under 34 CFR 364.36 and 366.50(h), and an IL plan (ILP) or a waiver as described in SPIL Section 13.3.

12.3 IL Plans (Sec. 704(e) and 725(c)(14) of the Act; 34 CFR 364.52)

The State provides IL services under Chapter 1 to individuals with significant disabilities in accordance with an ILP mutually agreed upon by an appropriate staff member of the service provider and the individual, unless the individual signs a waiver s tating that such a plan is unnecessary.

12.4 Notice about the Client Assistance Program (Sections 20 and 704(m)(1) of the Act; 34 CFR 364.30)

All recipients of financial assistance under Chapter 1 that provide services to individuals with significant disabilities advise those individuals seeking or receiving IL services about the availability of the Client Assistance Program under section 11 2 of the Act, the purposes of the services provided under such program, and information on the means of seeking assistance under such program.

Section 13: Statewide Network of Centers for Independent Living (CILs)

13.1 Network Design (Sec. 704(g) of the Act; 34 CFR 364.25(a))

The State has developed a design for the establishment of a statewide network of CILs that comply with the standards and assurances set forth in section 725 of the Act.

13.2 Unserved and Underserved Areas and Priorities (Sec. 704(g) of the Act; 34 CFR 364.25(b))

(a) The network design:

(i) identifies unserved and underserved geographic areas of the State; and

(ii) includes an order of priority for the establishment of CILs in those areas.

Section 14: Communication, Cooperation, and Coordination (Sections 704(I-k) of the

Act; 34 CFR 364.26 and .27)

(a) The State takes steps that maximize the communication, cooperation, coordination, and working relationships among --

(1) the SILS program, the SILC and CILs; and

(2) the DSU, other State agencies represented on the SILC, other councils that address the needs of specific disability populations and issues, and other public and private entities, including Indian Tribal Councils, determined to be appropriate by the SILC.

(b) The State ensures that services funded under Chapter 1 will complement and be coordinated with other services to avoid unnecessary duplication with other Federal, State, and local programs, including the IL program for older individuals who are blind funded under Chapter 2 of Title VII.

(c) The State coordinates Federal and State funding for CILs and SILS.

Section 15: Evaluation Plan (Sec. 704(n) of the Act; 34 CFR 364.38)

(a) The State establishes a method for the periodic evaluation of the effectiveness of the SPIL:

(1) In meeting the State's objectives and timelines for meeting those objectives;

(2) In the satisfaction of individuals with disabilities; and

(3) In meeting the objectives established in Section 9 of the SPIL.

2. The State agrees to annually submit the results of DSU and SILC evaluation activities, including the most recent evaluation of Title VII consumer satisfaction, with the annual performance report to RSA.