SIDNEY — Blaine O’Leary, of Sidney, has been selected by Gov. John Kasich to sit on the Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council.

The Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council is one of a national network of state councils, committed to self-determination and community inclusion for people with developmental disabilities

O’Leary, a representative of the Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities, was chosen from among a number of candidates statewide. He is a self-advocate who works for the Shelby County Board of Developmental Disabilities as an advocacy specialist. He supports other individuals who receive services. O’Leary is president of People First of Shelby County; a member of the Aktion Club and has received training at the state level in regards to advocacy. He has volunteered for Raise the Roof, the YMCA, Special Olympics, Relay for Life and the Shelby County Historical Society.