The Department of Human Services will conduct a public hearing to allow interested groups, organizations, and all segments of the public an opportunity to comment on the proposed state plan for the 2017 Social Services Block Grant. This hearing will be held on Wednesday, September 7, 2016 at 2:00 pm at the Louis Pasteur Building, 57 Howard Avenue, Cranston, RI 02920 in the West Wing Conference Room. A hard copy of the proposed state plan is available upon request (401-462-2018 or RI Relay, dial 711). Individuals or organizations that are unable to attend the hearing may contact Frederick.Sneesby@dhs.ri.gov to file a written statement with the Department by September 7, 2016.