Association Matters

The National Employer Council, based in Washington, DC, has been a pivotal organization for over 50 years, focusing on coastal research, collaboration, and decision-making. It serves as the collective voice for the nation's coastal states and territories, addressing federal legislative, administrative, and policy issues related to coastal, Great Lakes, and ocean management. Dedicated to enhancing coastal zone management, the Council provides resources and tools to help states and territories effectively plan for and respond to changing coastal conditions. Its mission includes protecting communities from natural hazards, conserving coastal habitats, and sustaining the blue economy through responsible use and development of coastal resources. Generated from the website

Washington County Human Development Council, located in Hagerstown, Md., is a nonprofit organization that offers medical day care services to adults suffering from developmental disabilities. It offers a wide range services, such as therapeutic care, medication administration, and meal, psychological and nutritional services. The rehabilitation services provided by the organization include physical and occupational therapies. It offers a variety of vocational training programs and provides employment and transportation services. Washington County Human Development Council operates more than 15 residential homes throughout Washington and Frederick counties in Maryland and offers 24 hours, seven days a week on-call nursing, administrative and maintenance services.