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The purpose of the Utah Statewide Independent Living Council (USILC) is to:

Develop and expand independent living programs and philosophy on a statewide basis.
Develop and submit the State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) in conjunction with the Directors of the state Independent Living Centers and the Designated State Entity (DSE).
Hold hearings, forums, and conduct surveys to determine statewide independent living needs.

Monitor, review, and evaluate implementation of the SPIL
Coordinate activities with the State Rehabilitation Council (SRC) and other councils, agencies, and organizations that address the needs and issues of the disability population
Act as a resource to public and private entities regarding issues relating to people with disabilities.
Advocate for independent living.

Voting Members

Utah Boards and Commissions | USILC Board Members

Kelie Hess

2027 Council Chair

Julie Beckstead

2027 Vice Chair

Rickie Crandall

2027 Treasurer

Ana Liquin

2027 Secretary

Terri Yelonik

Independent Living Center (ILC) Representative

Sher Laird

Youth Leadership Council (YLC) Representative

Eduardo Ortiz

Council Member

Courtney Edgington

Council Member

Liz Dimond

Council Member

Amanda Salmon

Council Member

Tracy Socwell

Council Member

Andy Anderson

Council Member

Amber Orvin

Council Member

Greg Green

Council Member

Andy Barlow

Council Member

Brad Swenson

Council Member

Justin Anfinsen

Council Member

Kayla Robertson

Council Member

Ex Officio Members

Noreen Roeca

Designated State Entity (DSE)

Staff

Tylee Harmon

Executive Director

tylee@usilc.org

Jaci Moreno

Program Coordinator

jaci@usilc.org

Composition

The Council shall include

(A) At least 1 director of a center for independent living chosen by the directors of centers for independent living within the State;
(B) The governing bodies of American Indian tribes located on Federal or State reservations, at least 1 representative of the directors of such centers
(C) as ex officio, nonvoting members, a representative of the designated State entity, and representatives from State agencies that provide services for individuals with disabilities.

The Council may include

(A) other representatives from centers for independent living;
(B) individuals with disabilities;
(C) parents and guardians of individuals with disabilities;
(D) advocates of and for individuals with disabilities;
(E) representatives from private businesses;
(F) representatives from organizations that provide services for individuals with disabilities;
(G) other appropriate individuals.