The Oakland County Board of Commissioners is accepting applications to fill one vacant seat for a member of the general public on the Oakland Community Health Network (OCHN) board, completing the 12-person board.  

OCHN leads a provider service network at more than 300 service sites across Oakland County and manages a $300 million budget. The goal of the OCHN is to ensure adults and children with mental illness, emotional disturbances and developmental disabilities have access to support and services that will improve their health and quality of life and help to ensure their engagement in full community participation. The OCHN is a public governmental entity that is legally separate from the county.  

The position is for a three-year term, beginning April 1, 2025, through March 31, 2028. Applicants must be residents of Oakland County and at least 18 years of age. Those selected receive $90 per diem and mileage reimbursement. Members must attend required  meetings.  

The deadline for applications is Friday, Feb. 14 at 4:30 p.m. and may be submitted online at forms.oakgov.com/85.

For additional information about the Board of Commissioners, visit OakGov.com/BOC.

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