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15. At least one (1) member from the state agency responsible for children's mental health. D. The Council may include other members selected by the Governor. E. Council shall assume the following responsibilities consistent with the provisions of Part C of IDEA: F. The Council will meet at least quarterly as stated in the by-laws; G. The Council shall announce meetings in sufficient time as to ensure attendance; H. Council meetings shall be open and accessible to the general public; I. Interpreters for the deaf and other services needed to support participation of all interested parties will be provided as necessary; J. No member of ICC may vote on any matter providing direct financial benefit to self or give appearance of conflict, and must conform to the provisions of R.I. Gen. Laws Chapter 36-14, as amended, entitled "Code of Ethics"; K. Advise and assist the EOHHS in the development and implementation of the policies that constitute the statewide system; L. Assist the EOHHS in achieving the full participation, coordination, and cooperation of all appropriate public agencies in the state; M. Assist EOHHS in implementation of the statewide system by establishing a process that includes seeking information from service providers, service coordinators, parents, and others about any federal or state or local policies that impede timely service delivery, and taking steps to ensure that policy problems are identified and resolved; N. Assist EOHHS in resolution of disputes to the extent deemed appropriate; O. Advise and assist EOHHS and state education agency (SEA) in obtaining appropriate services for children ages birth-5 inclusive; P. Advise and assist SEA regarding transition of toddlers with disabilities to services under Part B to preschool and other appropriate services; Q. Advise or assist EOHHS in the preparation of applications and amendments for applications; R. Assist EOHHS in the identification of fiscal sources of support for early intervention programs; S. Assist in the assignment of financial responsibility to the appropriate agency;