Board of Service to the Blind and Visually Impaired

MISSION STATEMENT:

The mission of the Board of Service to the Blind and Visually Impaired is to promote independence, employment and full inclusion for all citizens who are blind or visually impaired.

The Board of SBVI is a 15 member advisory council appointed by the Governor to advise and guide SBVI in policy and program development. The board meets four times per year and the majority of members must be persons with disabilities. All board meetings are open to the public and the purpose of the board is to be representative of the constituency on matters impacting blindness.

Board Bylaws: The board's operating document (Adobe PDF Format), clicking this link will open a new window.

Board Minutes

Board Report to the Governor

Eligibility Requirements:
Members are appointed by the Governor. The Board of SBVI submits names for consideration after nominations are received from constituency groups. Board make-up must be over 50% individuals with disabilities.

Board members represent the constituency, prepare an annual report, serve on sub-committees of interest, and represent the division at various functions.

SBVI Current Board Members:For current list of board members call the Board Administrator at (605) 773-4644.

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Board Chairperson: Dave Miller
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
Work Phone: (605) 367-5760
E-Mail: SBVI Board Chair


For more information on the board of SBVI, contact: Becky Blume, Board Administrator
Address: Hillsview Plaza
3800 East Highway 34,
c/o 500 East Capitol
Pierre, SD 57501-5070
Phone/Fax: (605) 773-4644 / (605) 773-5483
Toll Free: 1-800-265-9684
E-mail: becky.blume@state.sd.us