The vision of the Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities is as follows:

Eligible persons with mental retardation or other developmental disabilities will live, work, learn and participate in the community, to the extent of their abilities, in a safe and healthy manner.

The Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities will be a well managed, financially responsible and stable, public organization providing cost-effective, quality services in partnership with families through a committed and respected staff.

The Franklin County community will be well informed about mental retardation and developmental disabilities, including causes and preventive measures, and will be accepting of individuals who have mental retardation or other developmental disabilities.